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" The books of IJ Parker provide a window on a world gone by ... 11th century Japan. I'm just working my way through the Hollow Reed trilogy. "
- Mal, 1/6/2014
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" Another sorry-to-be-finished-reading story. "
- Ed, 9/28/2013
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" First read 1 November 2010, and read again August 2011. So far, still my favorite Sugawara Akitada book. "
- Alana, 9/11/2013
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" So far I've enjoyed all of this series, which gets better and better. A plot that makes you think, an historical period and place which is rarely written about all make for a cracking read. "
- Graham, 5/10/2013
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" Terrific novel! The setting in 11th century Japan is fascinating, as is intricate murder investigation. I would recommend it to both mystery fans and historical fiction fans. "
- Leslie, 5/7/2013
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" Not too bad but does not hold a candle to Shogun or My Life As a Geisha . "
- Jerome, 4/22/2013
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" OK, I'm a sucker for period mysteries. "
- Thaddeus, 10/24/2012
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" This is the 5th book in the series of murder mysteries solved by Sugawara Akitada, a minor government official, in ancient Japan. The author, I.J.Parker has improved with practice and this story is a more interesting read than his earlier books "
- Debby, 11/7/2011
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" "A mystery of 11th-century Japan" ... I really enjoyed this book for both the mystery plot and the historical aspects. "
- Betsie, 10/8/2010
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" Another great book in this series. "
- Ed, 6/24/2010
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" Had this book banging around the house for a while and decided in an idle moment to read it. It's quite good. I would read more of this 11th century Japanese detective if I come across more. "
- Dolores, 4/24/2010
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" Even more different than Black Arrow. This one is almost entirely Akitada on his own. "
- Craig, 3/8/2010
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" I almost read these out of order as I started with this one. Luckily, I figured out the publisher difference, and started with the right book, chronologically. Great series, the character of Akitada Sugawara is very likable. I wish there was another book to read in the series! "
- Tiffany, 3/1/2010
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" Amazingly good read. Reads very smoothly and has a great rhythm. Characters are believable, deep sympathetic and realistic. I highly recommend this book! "
- Pierre, 9/26/2009
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" Meticulously crafted mystery set in 11th century Japan. You will learn a lot about the culture, and the ending will surprise you. "
- Joe, 9/23/2009
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