This very well-researched and -written book is not just about a horrifying true story of a murder that haunted the last days of old China, but it is also the book that finally solved a 1937 murder of a British teenager - Pamela Werner - as well as an evocative account of the dying days of colonial Peking (Beijing). It is a highly recommended read. I do not rate non-fiction books.
The author says it best:
About the author: Born in London, Paul French has lived in China for over ten years. He is a widely published analyst and commentator on China, specifically on modern Chinese history and contemporary Chinese society. His books include a history of North Korea, a biography of Shanghai adman and adventurer Carl Crow, and a history of foreign correspondents in China. Midnight in Peking is French's latest book published in 2011. He is the author of the blog China Rhyming.
Sounds very interesting. I have read a lot of books about China, both fiction and non-fiction and always find them fascinating. Thank you for the recommendation.
ReplyDeleteThank you very much, Marianne. It's a gripping book. I couldn't put it down.
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