Shinju (Sano Ichiro) Paperback – 25 Jun. 2009

An excellent book, with a plot and action which makes it hard to put down. Chief Investigator Sano is an interesting character, focussed on the search for truth despite all obstacles. And the city of Edo, its people and its landscape are brought to life by a skilled writer. This is the first of her books I've read, and the first of the series - I've already ordered the next. Highly recommended.

I went about looking for something different to read, when I saw this I gave it a go and was pleasantly surprised.Being very interested in Japanese culture and history this book is very enjoyable, not having read too many mysteries myself make it even better.Focused around a young detective Sano Ichiro he begins investigating an apparent double suicide which turns out to be more then it appears, set in the back drop of the 1600's it gives a very detailed view of life in those times. As I have mentioned if your not really into crime mysteries then this may or may not be for you but it is certainly a good read and doesn't expect you to be knowledgeable about the period or history as the majority is explained very well for everyone.When I finished this I brought the next five, and am glad there is still more to go as I have enjoyed them all so far.

Really enjoyed reading this book - tough to remember the Japanese names at first but a great read. Also enjoyed Lian Hearn similar sort of stories.

I did quite enjoy the book, I like reading historical novels and Shinju I thought gave an insight to life in 17 century Japanthe murder story its self was fairly ordinary but was enough to keep me interested,the condition of the book was "used but good" and I have no complaints.

a must have rowland does it again have all the series you can really get lost in the character sano and how his career progresses a must read

Detective mystery in feudal japan.

excellent series

I enjoyed this, a detective story takes place in a credible historical setting, interesting as well as a good yarn. Left me wanting to read more.