Inspector de Silva and Jane embark on a cruise to Egypt to visit the pyramids, excited at the prospect of two weeks of sun, sea and relaxation.
I can\'t say enough good things about thi.
The clash of cultures is interesting as well.
Even if you have never been to Sri Lanka these books evoke an interesting period in history and the low-tech state of forensics in the 1930\'s.
Now I am hooked and read them as fast as they come out.
Highly recommended." DRG "A delightful read - can\'t wait to devour the next one " JJ Mc Kay Must read police procedural set in pre-war Sri Lanka/Ceylon"I started reading this series after a quick trip to Sri Lanka.
The 1930s Ceylonese setting, and its characters are a delight.
They are easy to read, and yet plot-wise, keep you captivated until the end.
There is more than enough violence surrounding us today without having our escape to the land of books filled with it." Puzzler Wonderful reads."I have now read the first two books in this series and have enjoyed them immensely.
It took place during a gentler time without all the cruelty and violence that defines far too much of the books we see being published now.
I really liked the characters and the location.
As refreshing as a cup of light Ceylon tea " Annmarie Wharton A Breath of Fresh Air"What a delightful change of pace.
Together they bring harmony and humour to East meets West.
The good-hearted Shanti is assisted by his capable wife Jane.
What readers say about this series: Pure Enjoyment"Pure enjoyment to read the unfolding of mysteries with happy outcomes set in exotic Ceylon.
Set in Ceylon in the 1930s, it will appeal to fans of traditional and cozy mysteries.
The Inspector de Silva Mysteriesis a colourful and absorbing series, spiced with humour.
Once again, de Silva must swing into action.
With Nuala, and de Silva\'s duties as a police officer, far behind them, what can possibly spoil their plans? Then a writer is found dead in his cabin, suffocated by newspaper thrust down his throat.
Inspector de Silva and Jane embark on a cruise to Egypt to visit the pyramids, excited at the prospect of two weeks of sun, sea and relaxation
