SINGAPORE SAPPHIRE by
A M Stuart
In the mood for a multiple murder/gem smuggling mystery with
a bit of romance and family drama and a fair amount of diverse culture? Then this is your book.
Harriet, newly arrived in Singapore in 1910, is the richly
nuanced main character. Most characters are well developed, although a couple
surprises near the end seem a bit “out of the blue.” The culture of colonial
Singapore is clearly drawn. The main characters are mainly upper class British,
with the requisite native servants and lower level functionaries.
I read an e-book before publication and there was no
glossary – one is sorely needed. The plot is fast moving and well developed.
The writing is clear and expressive. The character listing helps keep the many
persons straight. There are several murders, but not too much
gruesomeness. The sex is merely alluded
to. There is no foul language.
4 of 5 stars
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