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Hi, Have you read Eliot Pattison's Duncan McCallum series? It's a series of mysteries with dramatic political consequences set during the French-Indian Wars (later during the run up to the Revolutionary War). Similar to Pattison's Inspector Shan series (in Tibet) the book demonstrate a deep understanding of indigenous peoples' cultures. Seems like they would be right up your alley. Highly recommended. Alain
David Andrew Nichols
Thanks for the recommendation. I haven't heard of these novels but I'll be sure to add them to my to-read list. All best.
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