Reviews

“The very best kind of crime novel: the action is crackling, the voice is unique…A smashing debut!” --Sarah Shankman, author of He Was Her Man

“Invigorating…consistently interesting…Rozan's intricate plot is deft and plausible…well above the ordinary…lively and surprising.” --The Washington Post Book World

“Exciting…A distinctive voice and talent…Rozan's Chinatown setting has the ring of authenticity, and Lydia is a true original.” --Booklist

“Superb…Lydia Chin is smart, witty, insightful, and a bulldog of a detective--one of the most appealing P.I.'s to come along.” --Susan Dunlap, author of High Fall

“In her debut novel, Rozan manages to create original characters, while re-creating, on paper, an exotic city within an exotic city.” --Purloined Letter

“Delicately drawn, delightful characters, a smoothly fashioned plot, and the truly original voice of the narrator produce a sparkling gem.” --Poisoned Pen

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