Death Of A Red Heroine by Qiu Xiaolong
"Death Of A Red Heroine" is a crime novel set in 1990s Shanghai, China. The story follows Inspector Chen Cao as he investigates the murder of a young woman, whose body is found in a canal. As Chen delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a web of corruption, political intrigue, and personal secrets that challenge his loyalty to the Communist Party and force him to confront the complexities of modern Chinese society. Through vivid descriptions of Shanghai's changing landscape and insightful commentary on social issues, the novel offers a captivating portrayal of a country in transition.
The 2293rd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 2000
- Nationality
- Chinese
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 300-500
- Words
- 150,000
- Original Language
- English
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 3 lists:
- The 100 Best Mystery and Thriller Books of All Time (Time)
- Best Foreign Work of Fiction Chosen by Francophone Writers (French literary magazine Transfuge)
- The 100 Best Thrillers according to Télérama (Télérama)