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The White Mirror
The White Mirror: A Mystery | Elsa Hart
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"Li Du, an imperial librarian and former exile in 18th century China, is now an independent traveler. He is journeying with a trade caravan bound for Lhasa when a detour brings them to a valley hidden between mountain passes. On the icy planks of a wooden bridge, a monk sits in contemplation. Closer inspection reveals that the monk is dead, apparently of a self-inflicted wound ... When the rain turns to snow, the caravan is forced to seek hospitality from the local lord while they wait for the storm to pass. The dead monk, Li Du soon learns, was a reclusive painter. According to the family, his bizarre suicide is not surprising, given his obsession with the demon world. But Li Du is convinced that all is not as it seems"--
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bookandbedandtea
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An interesting mystery, set in a fascinating time & place, filled with colorful characters who discuss religion, politics, & the clash of empires as they go about their daily lives. I love Li Du, the MC, and Hamza, his side kick (in fact, I'd love a series in which Hamza was the MC); I love the descriptive writing. And I loved that it was snowing in my town as I finished this book set during a snow storm high in the mountains of Tibet!

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bookandbedandtea
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Loving this second book in the series. These words brought me up short and made me think.

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DiruVamp
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I really really hope this becomes a full fledged series! I enjoyed Jade Dragon Mountain so much I worried this wouldn't stack up. It did not disappoint. Li Du was just as endearing and the murder he was investigating was just as interesting. You are transported into the story and the ending definitely left room for another. Fingers crossed!

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DiruVamp
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I am super excited to start this one. I enjoyed Jade Dragon Mountain so much I can't wait to see what Li Du is up to!

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lisakoby
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Picking for the pretty inside. Shallow? Possibly.

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