Featured Official Review: The Mask of Perpetuity by Martin Jones

J.R. Ward · Post by **Cheshire_wolf** » 05 Mar 2019, 13:11

The author does an excellent job in taking us back in time. The time period in which the book is set is well depicted through the clothing, transportation modes, technology, and language used and described in the book. It is so well depicted, that it fades seamlessly into the background, creating the perfect backdrop for a believable story to unfold without distracting the reader.

I love how you wrote this about the book. It sounds like this would be an excellent midday read on a rainy day. I'll definitely add it to my want to read list. Thanks for your review.

Joytoo97 · Post by **Joytoo97** » 05 Mar 2019, 13:15

This book is not a genre I usually read so, I am going to contemplate first whether I will read it in the future or not. Thanks for your review.

MatisseVH · Post by **MatisseVH** » 05 Mar 2019, 13:18

This sounds amazing! A nod to Mystery's of the era, fresh perspective, unique characters and situations! Count me in

cpru68 · Post by **cpru68** » 05 Mar 2019, 13:20

I always find it fascinating when a writer can get some much materiel in a book under 100 pages, and from the sounds of your review, he has done a great job doing that with this book. A mystery set back in the 1930s sounds fun.

NuelUkah · Post by **NuelUkah** » 05 Mar 2019, 13:28

The author did a good job in taking the reader back in time. The characters are well developed and amusing.

Cristina Chifane · Post by **Cristina Chifane** » 05 Mar 2019, 13:29

I usually like investigative and psychological mysteries and not so much espionage ones. Despite the interesting story related to the missing Chinese Mask of Perpetuity, the scene at the Macau casino at the beginning of the novel didn't manage to keep me tuned in. I'm sure others will enjoy Melville's adventures, though. Thanks for your review!

Post by **Anthony__** » 05 Mar 2019, 13:35

George Melville is called upon to help a British Secret Services agent return the treasured Chinese artifact, "the Mask of Perpetuity." The story is faced-paced and intriguing. Great review

Laura Ungureanu · Post by **Laura Ungureanu** » 05 Mar 2019, 13:49

I think that reading a book about espionage from the perspective of George, a merely investigate officer, is much more interesting than from the point of view of a spy. However, the genre is not one I enjoy.

Okafor Prosper · Post by **Okafor Prosper** » 05 Mar 2019, 13:51

Seems like an interesting fast-paced mystery novel. It'll be fun to join the main character on his investigation of who stole the mask. Hopefully, I can interpret the clues given in the book and not get blindsided. Nice review.

todwyer01 · Post by **todwyer01** » 05 Mar 2019, 13:53

From a sampling, this is a very interesting adventure novel concerning the British attempting to recover a stolen/missing Chinese artifact. This book is worth a second look if you are interesting in spy/adventure stories. Well done.

street9117 · Post by **street9117** » 05 Mar 2019, 13:56

I felt like I was there with the author reading this book totally I mean his story was fascinating, all the little sarcastic methods in place couldn't have gone wrong with anything, Hey it's a nice book 100% 4/4 I'd rate it

mbraswell117 · Post by **mbraswell117** » 05 Mar 2019, 14:05

This book has definitely inspired me to build my vocabulary, as the author uses a variety of cultural terms and references. I enjoy the pace of this book and how it moves along quickly, such as from the airplane ride, to the hotel and dinner, to back on the plane in just a matter of paragraphs while not sacrificing detail.

Cecilia_L · Post by **Cecilia_L** » 05 Mar 2019, 14:08

A short mystery book is right up my alley. Thanks for the recommendation.

P Reefer · Post by **P Reefer** » 05 Mar 2019, 14:15

This book sounds like a blast to me as it is assessed as an entertaining read that is fast-paced with engaging characters.

Kimberly Grow · Post by **Kimberly Grow** » 05 Mar 2019, 14:20

I felt intrigued by the sample of this novel and after reading your review I am convinced that I need to read this book, and series fully. I am not usually one for mysteries, but from the sample I am interested enough to give it a go, especially after learning that it is a short one.