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The Detective from Joseon
Paperback
Series: Seol Rok-Heon
Publisher: Aleksander Prętnicki
Published: May 20 2026
Pages: 80
Weight: 0.23
Height: 0.19 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
In a world where a single breach of etiquette can cost a life, honor is the ultimate mask and the deadliest weapon.
Step into the atmospheric, candlelit corridors of 19th-century Hanyang (modern-day Seoul). Behind the elegant, paper-thin walls of the noble hanok estates, secrets fester in the smoke of juniper incense. Here, Neo-Confucian law dictates every breath, and tradition reigns supreme. But beneath the ceremonial veneer of the Joseon Dynasty lies a web of forbidden desires, high-society scandals, and impossible crimes.
Enter Seol Rok-heon.
Living in the prestigious Bukchon district, Rok-heon is a nobleman with a brilliant, unorthodox mind. Dubbed the Sherlock Holmes of Joseon, he doesn't rely on modern magnifying glasses. Instead, his weapons are a profound understanding of human nature, a razor-sharp intellect, and a dangerous willingness to look beyond rigid orthodoxy.
From masked conspirators to high-stakes political intrigues that threaten the throne, The Detective from Joseon delivers a collection of meticulously crafted historical mysteries. In this world, the truth is a dangerous commodity and it always hides in the shadows, just before the night falls.
Why You'll Love The Detective from Joseon:
Immersive Historical Atmosphere: Experience the rich, ceremonial, and evocative world of late Joseon-era Korea, beautifully detailed and deeply authentic.
A Brilliant New Sleuth: Perfect for fans of classic detective fiction who want a fresh, Eastern twist on the traditional deductive genius.
Intricate Whodunits: A collection of clever, fast-paced mysteries where social etiquette is as much of a puzzle as the crime itself.
Can deduction survive in a world ruled by rigid tradition? Read The Detective from Joseon today and unravel the secrets of the Hermit Kingdom.
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