Mariko Shimada is a skilled auctioneer, appraiser, and authenticator of rare historical treasures. Before joining Denary's elite global team of experts, she honed her craft at a prestigious auction house in Tokyo. Her duty propels her down a perilous path of deception, betrayal, violence, and murder-ultimately leading to reconciliation and a fateful first encounter with Manhattan investigator David Wade, who roams the world in pursuit of lost treasures. Prolific author MARK VINET presents "Misguiding Mariko", the fourth thrilling installment in the Denary Stories series. This gripping historical mystery and suspense novel travels from the vibrant streets of New York City to the captivating landscapes of China and the bustling heart of its capital, Beijing. The high-stakes adventure rewinds history to the Qin Dynasty's construction of the Great Wall, uncovering a trail of imperial splendor, ancient enigmas, and a mission shrouded in secrecy-protected by an army of terracotta warriors.
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