Sujata Massey
Sujata Massey is an American crime writer of British-Indian heritage whose Rei Shimura antiques dealer mystery series, set in Japan, combined cultural authenticity with engaging detective plotting. Her later Perveen Mistry series, set in 1920s Bombay featuring India's first female solicitor, has been particularly praised for its historical and cultural depth.
Works
- The Salaryman's WifeAmerican antiques dealer investigates her Japanese husband's suspicious death
- Zen AttitudeWoman navigates Japanese culture and danger while investigating her husband's death
- The Flower MasterAmerican woman investigates master artist's death while learning art world secrets
- The Floating GirlWoman searches for missing friend in Tokyo and uncovers dangerous criminal underworld
- The Bewitching BraidAmerican investigates murder in Japan connected to ancient ritual and cultural mystery