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Janwillem van de Wetering's fifth Gripstra & De Gier novel is a somewhat convoluted mystery that takes you from the Netherlands to Japan, and back
again.The Amsterdam murder brigade is called on to investigate the disappearance of a mysterious Japanese art dealer.As usual, in this unique mystery series, the detectives are attempting to solve the case, while at the same time they are attempting to expand their understanding of the philosophies of zen Buddhism.In this story, their
investigation takes them to Japan where they encounter the Japanese version of organized crime,

called the yakusa.

The Dutch detectives engage in a philosophical chess match with the yakusa leader that is somewhat confusing to follow, even if you are a fan of this series.

If you are not at all interested in eastern religion and philosophy, then this book is not for you. This series is hardly typical compared to any other detective novels. The emphasis here, as in all of the author's novels in this series, is on Buddhism.

Van de Wetering has an ability to educate his readers while distracting them with subtle humor, and biting sarcasm. If you want to experience a combination of mystery, humor, religion, and philosophy then you will enjoy The Japanese Corpse, as well as the authors other books in this

series.


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The Japanese Corpse Amsterdam Cops Janwillem van de Wetering 9781569470572 Books Reviews

A highly original book with many interesting points concering the difference/similarities in Western and Oriental way of thinking. The characters seem a bit naive at times but this gives space for many original observations and thoughts on trivial things that we usually take for granted. You may laugh loudly when reading the dialogue or have a small cry inside when you follow the newest installment in the saga of De Giers relationship with animals, namely his cat Oliver. A book to enjoy!
Story was very predictable. And the novel had over 50 typos. The typos came from the Novel been converted digitally. Too bad the publisher didn't take the time to proofread. Not worth the money paid for the version.
Rich and entertaining and wise and surprising, and ultimately very satisfying. It would certainly help to have read at least the previous volume of this series to fully appreciate the two main characters and their current states of mental, emotional, and spiritual being. I enjoyed this book thoroughly. Having previously read his tomes on Zen, I began reading Janwillem van de Wetering's Grijpstra & De Gier mystery series from the beginning. Each thus far, has been better than the previous (this is the fifth). I don't expect the arc to necessarily continue in a constant rise, but as yet he has not disappointed. It's also fascinating to experience crime prevention and police procedural from the Dutch perspective, which is so utterly more humane than the American approach. If you're looking for a down and gritty Harry Bosch experience, this may not be your cup of tea. But if you're up for a cerebral shot of ice cold jenever (in the form of very quirky but unique and interesting protagonists), van de Wetering's Grijpstra & De Gier mysteries will be to your liking.
Well written and a good story line.
Different. Good description of police life in Amsterdam & Tokyo.
Good read!
The beautiful Joanne Andrews goes to the police looking for her missing boyfriend. The search for him takes Grijpstra and De Gier into the world of art dealers, Yazuka and Zen treasures.

The Japanese Corpse is quite affecting to read. Van De Wetering is more emotionally extreme than usual as he leads De Gier into personal tragedy on his way to solving the mystery.

I have never failed to enjoy a Van de Wetering book-- his ruminitive detectives are just my speed. I have enjoyed some of the other books more than this one (Death of a Hawker, The Blond Baboon), but it is still enjoyable reading.

If you are a fan of smart meditative mysteries, then I cannot recommend Van de Wetering hightly enough.
Janwillem van de Wetering's fifth Gripstra & De Gier novel is a somewhat convoluted mystery that takes you from the Netherlands to Japan, and back
again.The Amsterdam murder brigade is called on to investigate the disappearance of a mysterious Japanese art dealer.As usual, in this unique mystery series, the detectives are attempting to solve the case, while at the same time they are attempting to expand their understanding of the philosophies of zen Buddhism.In this story, their
investigation takes them to Japan where they encounter the Japanese version of organized crime,

called the yakusa.

The Dutch detectives engage in a philosophical chess match with the yakusa leader that is somewhat confusing to follow, even if you are a fan of this series.

If you are not at all interested in eastern religion and philosophy, then this book is not for you. This series is hardly typical compared to any other detective novels. The emphasis here, as in all of the author's novels in this series, is on Buddhism.

Van de Wetering has an ability to educate his readers while distracting them with subtle humor, and biting sarcasm. If you want to experience a combination of mystery, humor, religion, and philosophy then you will enjoy The Japanese Corpse, as well as the authors other books in this

series.