The Ville Rat
Martin Limón
ISBN: 9781616956080
Published: October, 2015
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Paperback $15.95
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Description
How much can murder buy on the black market in 1974 South Korea?
When a young Korean woman is found strangled on the frozen banks of the Sonyu River with only a carefully calligraphed poem on her person, it looks like an American serviceman might have been involved, so Sergeants George Sueño and Ernie Bascom of the US...
How much can murder buy on the black market in 1974 South Korea?
When a young Korean woman is found strangled on the frozen banks of the Sonyu River with only a carefully calligraphed poem on her person, it looks like an American serviceman might have been involved, so Sergeants George Sueño and Ernie Bascom of the US 8th Army CID are called to investigate. As they begin to ask questions, George and Ernie come into direct contact with the US Army’s 2nd Infantry Division, a disciplined and often brutal force that won’t stand for outside officers questioning its men. But George and Ernie aren’t exactly known for going out of their way to avoid stepping on US Army toes, and this is no exception.
Media
“As always, the author vividly contrasts adventures in the seamy side of Seoul’s nightlife with a sensitive appreciation for Korea’s ancient culture. ”
—The Seattle Times
“Limón, who was stationed in Korea for the Army, writes with empathy for the Korean people as well for the young GIs dropped into a foreign culture. ”
—The Boston Globe
“Often praised for his knowledge of Korean society and culture and the massive footprint of the U.S. Army on Korea, Limón has an outstanding series going, and this one may be the best installment yet. ”
–Booklist, STARRED Review on The Ville Rat
“Pulse-pounding ... This police procedural, with its unusual locale, admirable protagonists, and well-developed plot, stands as a superior entry in a consistently impressive series. ”
–Publishers Weekly, Starred Review on The Ville Rat
“The Ville Rat, the 11th in Limón’s series, confirms the author’s knack for creating sturdy plots, solid writing and well-rounded characters. ”
—The Seattle Times
“The chemistry between intense Sueno and laconic Bascom is the clear reason to follow this series, but alongside that chemistry as a draw for these books is Limon’s masterful evocation of military life. ”
—Open Letters Monthly on The Ville Rat
“The Ville Rat, set 40 years ago, provides insight into tensions and conflicts – racial and otherwise – in the military and society as a whole that are still relevant today. ”
—Shelf Awareness
“Propulsive ... If you’re not familiar with this superlative series, The Ville Rat will give you a taste of everything you’ve been missing. The books palpably recreate the tension that existed in the decades after the Korean Conflict as Vietnam raged — while offering a vivid picture of military milieu. ”