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The Year of the Rabid Dragon
The Year of the Rabid Dragon
The Year of the Rabid Dragon
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A deadly virus is on the loose in Beijing, the government is covering it up and no one is asking why. 

Nathan Troy, an American freelance journalist, realizes he's the only person willing to confront the dark side of the epidemic. Will he be able to reveal the conspiracy of mad scientists and the government plot to 'deal' with China's problem minorities before the Chinese government catches up to him? 
Buy now to read about the diabolical scheme that will change the face of humanity as we know it. 

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Release dateJan 29, 2019
ISBN9780999745113
The Year of the Rabid Dragon
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L. H. Draken

L. H. Draken writes Chinese Noir, exposing the dark side of the humanities potential for evil amidst the daily drama of the people who make up a complicated country most outsiders know only from news stories and romanticized pop-culture. Draken spent nearly five years living in Biejing, where she based her first novel.

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    I'm a sucker for a good medical mystery. If you're curious about CRISPR, check out this nefarious story. Be warned, you won't want to ever visit Beijing.

    That being said, Draken does an incredible job showing the reader the city and some of the characters inside. It's a critical look at a massive part of our world, but in a fair light.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
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    Just wow. For those bored with superficial Dan Brown style thrillers, those who prefer detail rich thrillers with depth and cultural detail more similar to authors such as James Clavell, this is your book. It’s complex, thoughtful, and uncomfortable. Highly recommend!

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