The Water Rat of Wanchai: An Ava Lee Novel Kindle Edition

“Superb Writing.”Ava Lee is assigned to track down five million dollars cheated from a relative of Uncle’s friend in a fish scam. The trail is easy to follow, but the people in power that Ava must deal with are worse than the crooks, and are easily turned to murder. And their power stretches beyond their own locale. However, they’ve never met someone like Ava Lee, and Uncle’s worldwide connections might prove even more powerful than world dictators.Although the numbering system appears messed up, this is the first novel in the series. Ava has partnered with Uncle now for over ten years, and their bond is totally Chinese. The author’s writing style is smooth, and the story flows swiftly, even if the trail seems slow. 400 pages seem more like 200 pages, making for a fast read. The characters come alive, though at times it appears Ava finds the culprits and money a bit too easily; it’s the retrieval of the money that can cause problems for her. Thankfully, there isn’t page after page of martial arts, but when the need arises Ava employs bac mai with lethal force. Highly recommended for fans of interesting female leads.

well written and fast moving. Lots of chances to put it down and get a snack. I liked reading it. good alternative to tv. I recommend it for light pleasure reading but I will forget the story soon.

My mind goes into automatic knots with too much information about numbers, accounting, money fraud--and I was afraid this book was not the book for me for the first few pages. However, after the setting of the problem (which I still only understand in its broad outlines) the character of Ava Lee and her amazing skills, both physical and financial, had me hooked. I will certainly read more.

The writing is at a high school level. The shameless use of brand names can only lead to the conclusion that there has been consideration paid.

The book does not have the greatest characters is a Treston in the store it was all well entertaining I would recommend it to a lot of people the characterization was better to give it five stars

I really enjoyed it. White collar crime can be a tough genre to write about in a way that keeps the reader engaged, but Ian does a great job. I look forward to reading more about Ava Lee's adventures!

I really enjoyed this book, the author kept me mesmerized, great twists and turns, identifiable characters, world-wide scenes with great details in each country/city. Bought three more books in the series.

I think I like Ava's style. I will definitely look for more from this author.Ava is tiny but lethal.

Good book, Canadian Author, love the series.

Book was in very good condition, as stated.

Hats off to Ian Hamilton for creating this unusual and exciting novel starring the most unusual of protagonists: forensic accountant Ava Lee. I just finished Water Rat and I'm going to buy the second book in the series. I hope there will be even more Ava Lee books. If you enjoy an exciting international ride filled with twists and turns, action and intrigue, check out Ian Hamilton's The Water Rat of Wanchai.

Ian Hamilton has blown away Steig Larsson with his protagonist Ava Lee. You will love the Ava Lee character; grit, intelligence, and courage are but a few of her traits. I enjoyed the geography of Richmond Hill and Guyana. Guyana will surely be a tourist destination soon. hmmm.

How misleading are the claims about this book! There is no forensic accounting,no subtle expertise just thuggery combined with rather detailed travelogues thinly disguised as conversation between characters.The comparisons with Lisbeth Salander are absurd as this book struggles to achieve the level of that intricate plotting.