BAMBOO AND BLOOD

Missiles and murder face North Korean Inspector O as he carries out a new investigation, which is complicated by his boss’s injunction that he not look too closely at the details. Feodor Chin’s accomplished narration allows the plot to gently unfold. His authentic-sounding pronunciation of names and places, along with subtle characterization, helps listeners feel comfortable in an unfamiliar landscape and gives a convincing view of this closed society. Chin's dry and steady reading allows the underlying humor to shine and helps make Inspector O a highly likable lead character. K.J.P. © AudioFile 2011, Portland, Maine [Published: NOVEMBER 2011]