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The Chinese Lake Murders: A Judge Dee Detective Story
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In The Third Installment Of Robert Van Gulik'S Classic Ancient Chinese Mystery Series Based On Historical Court Records, Magistrate, Lawyer, And Detective Judge Dee Has His Work Cut Out For Him. Set In 666 A.D., In The Hidden City Of Hanyuan, Sixty Miles From The Imperial Capital Of Ancient China, Dee Is Sent To Investigate A Case Of Embezzlement Of Government Funds. But Things Are About To Get More Complicated For The Great Detective. Just Before He Is About To Take Leave Of Hanyuan, The Popular Courtesan Almond Blossom Disappears, And Then A Bride Who Dies On Her Wedding Night Also Disappears From Her Coffin Her Body Replaced With That Of A Murdered Man. To Make Matters Worse, Judge Dee Is Confronted With The Dangerous Sect Called The White Lotus.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main plot of 'The Chinese Lake Murders'? A: The book follows Judge Dee, a magistrate and detective in ancient China, as he investigates a case of embezzlement and the mysterious disappearances of a courtesan and a bride on her wedding night.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Chinese Lake Murders'? A: The author is Robert Van Gulik, known for his series of detective stories featuring Judge Dee, inspired by historical court records.
- Q: What is the setting of the story? A: The story is set in 666 A.D. in the hidden city of Han-yuan, located sixty miles from the imperial capital of ancient China.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 224 pages.
- Q: What format is 'The Chinese Lake Murders' available in? A: The book is available in paperback format.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'The Chinese Lake Murders'? A: The novel explores themes of justice, mystery, and the complexities of human relationships against the backdrop of ancient Chinese culture.
- Q: Is this book part of a series? A: Yes, 'The Chinese Lake Murders' is the third installment in the classic Judge Dee mystery series.
- Q: When was 'The Chinese Lake Murders' published? A: The book was published on February 15, 2005.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'New'.
- Q: Can this book be enjoyed by readers new to the series? A: Yes, while it is part of a series, new readers can still enjoy the story as each book features a self-contained mystery.