Ovidia Yu
The Mushroom Tree Mystery
The Mushroom Tree Mystery
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In 1930s Singapore, a young aide is found murdered, and Su Lin must track down the real killer with the help of Hideki Tagawa's old nemesis, Yoshio Yoshimo. The book is praised for its beautiful writing, effortless storytelling, and sensitive character development. It offers an insight into a different culture and time and is a must-read novel for 2022.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 21 June 2022
Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group
One of Singapore's finest living authors, South China Morning Post, has praised The Mushroom Tree Mystery as "simply glorious." The novel vividly brings to life the bustling streets of 1930s Singapore, capturing the essence of the era with its rich descriptions and charming characters.
The story revolves around a young aide who is found murdered beneath a termite mushroom tree in Hideki Tagawa's garden, and the missing plans for a massive poison gas bomb. To prevent further destruction, Su Lin, a young Chinese sleuth, must track down the real killer with the help of Hideki Tagawa's old nemesis, the charismatic shinto priest Yoshio Yoshimo.
The Mushroom Tree Mystery has received widespread praise for its beautifully written narrative, effortless storytelling, and sensitive character development. Critics have described it as a must-read novel for 2022, with praise for Chen Su Lin's slyly witty voice and her admirable practicality.
Ovidia Yu, the author of the novel, has been praised for her authentic portrayal of 1930s Singapore and her introduction of one of the most likeable heroines in modern literature. The book offers an insight into a different culture and time, making it a captivating read for fans of historical novels.
Overall, The Mushroom Tree Mystery is a delightful and captivating novel that transports readers to the vibrant streets of 1930s Singapore. With its rich descriptions, charming characters, and intriguing plot, it is sure to be a favorite among readers for years to come.
Weight: 222g
Dimension: 127 x 196 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781472132055
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