Frank H. (perryfran) reviewed The Pillow Book of Lady Wisteria (Sano Ichiro, Bk 7) on + 1228 more book reviews
I was kind of mixed about this one. While I liked the setting of the story (17th century Japan) and the descriptions of Shogan-era Japan, I didn't quite buy the premise of the Shogan's investigative and police forces. The investigator, Sano, seemed too much like an Agatha Christie-like detective from the 20th century. I kind of doubt that Medieval Japan would employ such investigators/police (I could be wrong). The story itself, about the murder of the next-in-line for Shoganship at a brothel was also rather straight forward and there were really few surprises along the way. There were also a lot of references to the previous novel in the series "Black Lotus" which based on the comments was probably a better mystery than this one. Overall, a moderate recommendation based primarily on the setting and insights into Medieval Japan.
Sano and Reiko solve another mytery with lots of political intrigue. they're settling into their marriage and into each other
Jerrie S. (ZenaCat) reviewed The Pillow Book of Lady Wisteria (Sano Ichiro, Bk 7) on + 67 more book reviews
Another good Sano nchiro mystery. I enjoy the growth of the characters.
Another exciting Sano-san mystery!
