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Flower Net

Lisa See
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Flower Net

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1997

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Lisa See

Flower Net

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1997
Book Details
Pages

465

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

China • 1990s

Publication Year

1997

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Flower Net, Lisa See presents a suspenseful mystery involving an American attorney and a Chinese investigator. The duo navigates cultural complexities and dangerous secrets to solve a high-profile murder case. Through their collaboration, the story delves into themes of diplomacy, family, and international crime.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Dark

Informative

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

3.8

9,551 ratings

57%

Loved it

32%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Flower Net by Lisa See is praised for its engaging blend of mystery and cultural exploration, effectively capturing Sino-American relations through its narrative. Readers appreciate the intricate plot and nuanced characters. However, some critics note occasional pacing issues and overwhelming detail. Overall, it's considered a compelling debut in the crime genre.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Flower Net?

A reader who enjoys Flower Net by Lisa See likely appreciates intricate international mysteries set in Asia. Similar to those who favor The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides or The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson, this reader is drawn to complex plots and cultural depth intertwined with suspense.

3.8

9,551 ratings

57%

Loved it

32%

Mixed feelings

11%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

465

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

China • 1990s

Publication Year

1997

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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