What readers think of A Disappearance in Fiji, plus links to write your own review.

This novel gives us a mystery but in a historical setting- the Island of Fiji, part of the British Empire at the turn of the century.
Akal, an Indian native who joined the British-Indian Police services is abruptly transferred from a great assignment in Hong Kong, after he's caught up in an embarrassing police scandal. His only option is a transfer to Fiji and he reluctantly goes.

Once on the island, Akal faces much prejudice and learns about the system of "indentured service" on Fiji. But he has a missing persons case to follow and his boss just wants the case to disappear. But Akal is tenacious and seeks the truth.

The ending of the book was not totally satisfying but I read this author will do a follow-up novel. I can't wait!

This author focuses on character development, the mystery, and a great deal of Fijian history. His skillful use of language makes the reader (in my case listener) feel as if they were in Fiji! I learned quite a bit of history about a part of the world I knew very little about.