Shadow of the Empire, The (A Judge Dee Investigation, 1)

Xiaolong Qiu Shadow of the Empire Reviews Summary

Ratings Breakdown

Rated 4.2 by 151 people

Pros from Reviews

  • Engaging mystery plot
  • Rich historical context
  • Well-developed main character
  • Incorporates poetry
  • Twists and turns
  • Masterful prose
  • Interesting cultural insights

Cons from Reviews

  • Boring for some readers
  • Flat characters
  • Underwhelming writing style
  • Expensive for length
  • Poor translation quality
  • False dialogues
  • Disappointing character portrayal

Notable Features

Hardcover
192 pages
English language
Political fiction
Mystery genre
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