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Waking the Tiger
Book • 2021
Set in December 1939, 'Waking the Tiger' is a historical crime fiction novel that takes place in the British colony of Singapore.
The story revolves around Inspector Maximo Betancourt, whose life has fallen apart after the disappearance of his wife.
Demoted to the Marine Division, Betancourt is tasked with handling dockyard disputes and goods inspections.
However, when a beautiful, unidentified Japanese woman is found murdered near a warehouse owned by one of Singapore's most powerful families, Betancourt defies orders to pursue the case.
His investigation brings him into conflict with powerful enemies and forces him to confront his personal demons.
The novel vividly captures the atmosphere of 1930s Singapore, delving into the social history and cultural tensions of the time.
The story revolves around Inspector Maximo Betancourt, whose life has fallen apart after the disappearance of his wife.
Demoted to the Marine Division, Betancourt is tasked with handling dockyard disputes and goods inspections.
However, when a beautiful, unidentified Japanese woman is found murdered near a warehouse owned by one of Singapore's most powerful families, Betancourt defies orders to pursue the case.
His investigation brings him into conflict with powerful enemies and forces him to confront his personal demons.
The novel vividly captures the atmosphere of 1930s Singapore, delving into the social history and cultural tensions of the time.
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