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The Qing Dynasty Mysteries: Books 1-3
Murder. Love. Duty.
During the Qing Dynasty, betrayals, secrets, and lies often lead to murder. And only one man can solve the empire's most desperate cases - if he can convince the one woman he can't resist to help him.
Books 1-3 of the Qing Dynasty Mysteries featuring Inspector Gong and Lady Li are now available in this exciting boxed set!
Murder in the Forbidden City - Book 1
When one of the Empress’s ladies-in-waiting is killed in the Forbidden City, she orders Inspector Gong to find the killer. Unfortunately, as a man, he is forbidden from entering the Inner Court. How is he supposed to solve a murder when he cannot visit the scene of the crime or talk to the women in the victim’s life? He won’t be able to solve this crime alone.
The widowed Lady Li is devastated when she finds out about the murder of her sister-in-law, who was serving as the Empress’s lady-in-waiting. She is determined to discover who killed her, even if it means assisting the rude and obnoxious Inspector Gong and going undercover in the Forbidden City.
Together, will Lady Li and Inspector Gong be able to find the murderer before he – or she – strikes again?
Murder in the British Quarter - Book 2
When a young Chinese woman is murdered within the British Quarter of the foreign legation, Inspector Gong is ordered by the Imperial Court to solve the crime before the incident escalates into war between China and the foreign powers. The only problem? Inspector Gong doesn’t speak English. And he is hardly the type of man to be accepted by the British elite living in Peking.
Once again, he must turn to the one woman who can help him. The woman he can’t stop thinking about.
Lady Li is trying to forget about Inspector Gong. He’s a danger to herself, her position, and her children’s future. But when he comes once again knocking on her door and asking for her assistance in solving a case, she can’t resist, despite her better judgment.
Lady Li’s language and diplomatic abilities allow her to freely enter the world of the Western visitors, but tensions between the foreigners and local people are increasing by the hour.
Will Lady Li and Inspector Gong be able to solve the crime without the answer leading China to war?
Murder at the Peking Opera - Book 3
After helping Prince Kung avert an international disaster and negotiating with Inspector Gong's mother for his betrothal to Concubine Swan, Lady Li takes a well-deserved evening to enjoy the first public performance by a female Peking opera performer. But her relaxing night out takes a dramatic turn when a murder is committed on stage during the performance.
Inspector Gong's attempt at finding a distraction from the troubles in his heart is thwarted when he and Lady Li attend the same opera performance. Thankfully, a murder in front of hundreds of people plunges him into a world usually hidden behind curtains and costumes.
The empress has decreed that women can now play female roles in Peking's beloved operas. But few women have been willing to undertake the challenge and risk the wrath of the more conservative opera patrons. When the first woman willing to step into the role of the "dan" becomes the prime suspect in the murder of her co-star, Lady Li begs Inspector Gong to delay in arresting the actress and find the real killer before the woman is executed for the crime. With the future of Chinese theater hanging in the balance, Inspector Gong must try to find the truth among people who mask their real faces for a living.
During the Qing Dynasty, betrayals, secrets, and lies often lead to murder. And only one man can solve the empire's most desperate cases - if he can convince the one woman he can't resist to help him.
Books 1-3 of the Qing Dynasty Mysteries featuring Inspector Gong and Lady Li are now available in this exciting boxed set!
Murder in the Forbidden City - Book 1
When one of the Empress’s ladies-in-waiting is killed in the Forbidden City, she orders Inspector Gong to find the killer. Unfortunately, as a man, he is forbidden from entering the Inner Court. How is he supposed to solve a murder when he cannot visit the scene of the crime or talk to the women in the victim’s life? He won’t be able to solve this crime alone.
The widowed Lady Li is devastated when she finds out about the murder of her sister-in-law, who was serving as the Empress’s lady-in-waiting. She is determined to discover who killed her, even if it means assisting the rude and obnoxious Inspector Gong and going undercover in the Forbidden City.
Together, will Lady Li and Inspector Gong be able to find the murderer before he – or she – strikes again?
Murder in the British Quarter - Book 2
When a young Chinese woman is murdered within the British Quarter of the foreign legation, Inspector Gong is ordered by the Imperial Court to solve the crime before the incident escalates into war between China and the foreign powers. The only problem? Inspector Gong doesn’t speak English. And he is hardly the type of man to be accepted by the British elite living in Peking.
Once again, he must turn to the one woman who can help him. The woman he can’t stop thinking about.
Lady Li is trying to forget about Inspector Gong. He’s a danger to herself, her position, and her children’s future. But when he comes once again knocking on her door and asking for her assistance in solving a case, she can’t resist, despite her better judgment.
Lady Li’s language and diplomatic abilities allow her to freely enter the world of the Western visitors, but tensions between the foreigners and local people are increasing by the hour.
Will Lady Li and Inspector Gong be able to solve the crime without the answer leading China to war?
Murder at the Peking Opera - Book 3
After helping Prince Kung avert an international disaster and negotiating with Inspector Gong's mother for his betrothal to Concubine Swan, Lady Li takes a well-deserved evening to enjoy the first public performance by a female Peking opera performer. But her relaxing night out takes a dramatic turn when a murder is committed on stage during the performance.
Inspector Gong's attempt at finding a distraction from the troubles in his heart is thwarted when he and Lady Li attend the same opera performance. Thankfully, a murder in front of hundreds of people plunges him into a world usually hidden behind curtains and costumes.
The empress has decreed that women can now play female roles in Peking's beloved operas. But few women have been willing to undertake the challenge and risk the wrath of the more conservative opera patrons. When the first woman willing to step into the role of the "dan" becomes the prime suspect in the murder of her co-star, Lady Li begs Inspector Gong to delay in arresting the actress and find the real killer before the woman is executed for the crime. With the future of Chinese theater hanging in the balance, Inspector Gong must try to find the truth among people who mask their real faces for a living.
600 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 6, 2018
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January 22, 2019
Three great mystery stories which will have you hooked from the first page to the very last page. See if you can solve they mystery before they do. Great settings
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I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 9, 2018
I haven't been so impressed with a historical mystery series since the Brother Cadfael tales. The atmosphere, the details, the characters and events all bring the period alive, and the mysteries are brilliantly integrated into the setting. A major focus is on the experiences of women, particularly widows, and how they cope with the restrictions on their daily lives. There is an adult tone and the stories deal with serious issues that still concern us today, such as the abuse of position, the political risk of scandal, the clash of cultures, drug addiction and celebrity worship, as well as historical situations. Superb.
December 8, 2018
I loved this collection of historical mysteries. I read all of the books and thoroughly enjoyed them all. The books offered a fascinating glimpse into Chinese culture and the Forbidden City.
I really enjoyed the characters, their interactions and the blossoming friendships between them. I loved the mysteries and the processes of solving the crimes and catching the perpetrators. I will definitely read more of these books.
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I really enjoyed the characters, their interactions and the blossoming friendships between them. I loved the mysteries and the processes of solving the crimes and catching the perpetrators. I will definitely read more of these books.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 8, 2018
Murder Mysteries In late 1800s China
These three novels are almost cozy mysteries set in the time of the last emperor of China; Murder in the Forbidden City, Murder in the British Quarter, Murder at the Peking Opera. These could be favorably compared with the novels of Pearl S. Buck. This author explains Chinese culture as well as she weaves these murder mysteries. These are all wonderful stories with much attention paid to historical and cultural detail. I loved the stories and will watch for more of this author's work.
These three novels are almost cozy mysteries set in the time of the last emperor of China; Murder in the Forbidden City, Murder in the British Quarter, Murder at the Peking Opera. These could be favorably compared with the novels of Pearl S. Buck. This author explains Chinese culture as well as she weaves these murder mysteries. These are all wonderful stories with much attention paid to historical and cultural detail. I loved the stories and will watch for more of this author's work.
December 24, 2018
A nice boxset of mystery,from an unexpected source and time. Believable characters and they kept your interest till the end and you rooted for the main character to succeed. Really good stories,so when you get a chance pick up a copy and enjoy.
April 1, 2020
The Qing Dynasty - A Historical Mystery Box Set Books 1-3” by Amanda Roberts is Boxset of three tales of the Qing Dynasty ...featuring Inspector Gong and Lady Li ...Murder in the Forbidden City - Book 1 is the tale of the murder of the Empress’s ladies-in-waiting who is murdered in the Forbidden City...and although ordered by the Empress to discover the killer Inspector Gong cannot as a male enter into the Forbidden City ...Therefore he must rely upon Lady Li to enter undercover but although the two do not get along ...she is more than willing to assist as the victim was her sister-in-law. Will the two discover the killer ?!? In Book Two...Murder in the British Quarter ....The Imperial Court
Of China order Inspector Gong to uncover the killer of a young Chinese woman who was in British Quarter of the foreign legation...and as the Inspector only speaks Chinese ...yet again he requires the assistance of the lovely Lady Li ...and in the final Book ...Murder at the Peking Opera - Book 3...again the Empress requests the Inspector to solve the murder of a member of the Peking Opera ...who the accused is the first female actress ...in a time when only males acted in the Peking Opera...during the Qing Dynasty males played both male and female parts in the Opera ...and change was frowned upon. Can the intrepid Inspector Gong and the lovely Lady Li again save the day and solve the murder?!? Read and see. Much enjoyed and Highly Recommended. I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Copy of this book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Of China order Inspector Gong to uncover the killer of a young Chinese woman who was in British Quarter of the foreign legation...and as the Inspector only speaks Chinese ...yet again he requires the assistance of the lovely Lady Li ...and in the final Book ...Murder at the Peking Opera - Book 3...again the Empress requests the Inspector to solve the murder of a member of the Peking Opera ...who the accused is the first female actress ...in a time when only males acted in the Peking Opera...during the Qing Dynasty males played both male and female parts in the Opera ...and change was frowned upon. Can the intrepid Inspector Gong and the lovely Lady Li again save the day and solve the murder?!? Read and see. Much enjoyed and Highly Recommended. I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Copy of this book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
November 8, 2019
Wonderful cozy mysteries, set in 19th Century China! You learn so much about life in the Forbidden City and Peking. Very interesting! And the main characters are interesting as well. And they meet all kinds of colorful people. Eunuchs, the empress, women with bound feet, etc. etc.
And then there are the mysteries they have to solve. Bloody and dangerous.
I couldn't put it down!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
And then there are the mysteries they have to solve. Bloody and dangerous.
I couldn't put it down!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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