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Mrs. Pollifax and the Hong Kong Buddha

Mrs. Pollifax and the Hong Kong Buddha

EspionageMystery
Pages
290
Published
1985
Language
English

Synopsis

Mrs. Pollifax is sent to Hong Kong to help a former associate who believes his life is in danger. What starts as a simple favor for the CIA quickly turns into a dangerous encounter with a psychic and a mysterious golden Buddha. The unassuming grandmother must use her wits to navigate a web of international intrigue and hidden threats.

Prose complexity
4/10

Vibe

CozyAdventurousLightheartedWhimsical
Secret IdentityReluctant Hero

Genres

Espionage Mystery Spy Amateur Sleuth

About the author

D
Dorothy Gilman

Dorothy Edith Gilman was born in New Brunswick, New Jersey, the daughter of a minister. In 1940, she attended Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. In 1945, she married Edgar A. Butters, Jr., with whom she had two children. In 1963, she attended the University of Pennsylvania. She divorced in 1965. She wrote mystery and spy novels, and is best known for her Mrs. Pollifax series. In 2010 she was awarded the annual Grand Master by the Mystery Writers of America.

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