The Scottish Banker of Surabaya: An Ava Lee Novel: Book 5 (An Ava Lee Novel, 5) - Softcover

Readers will never meet another forensic accountant like Lee... if only jet-setting around the world were as effortless as [she] makes it appear to be.--JoAnn Alberstat "Chronicle Herald "

Filled with the usual twists and turns that make detective fiction fun, this one is... irresistible.--Andrew Armitage "Sun Times "

...increasingly compelling pages of high-value, high-octane Ava Lee adventures.--Joan Barfoot "London Free Press "

Those new to [Ava Lee's] world will find the book easily accessible... with their tight plotting and crackerjack heroine, Hamilton's novels are the sort of crowd-pleasing, narrative-focused fiction we find all too rarely in this country.--Robert J. Wiersema "Quill & Quire "

Hamilton deepens Ava's character, and imbues her with greater mettle and emotional fire, to the extent that book five is his best, most memorable, to date.--Sarah Weinman "National Post "

The fifth Ava Lee novel is a winner on all fronts... The pacing is furious yet sneaky: You're hooked before you realize it. The novel is driven by characterizations, action and multiple settings. Ian Hamilton's textured voice allows the action to convey the emotional focus and his story-telling puts you at the centre of the conflict. The poignant conclusion adds yet another dimension to this multi-layered story. The series is addictive.--Don Graves "Hamilton Spectator "

Hamilton knows how to keep the pages turning. He eases us into the seemingly tame world of white-collar crime, then raises the stakes, bringing the action to its peak with an intensity and violence that's stomach-churning. His Ava Lee is a winner and a welcome addition to the world of strong female avengers.--Lesley McAllister "NOW Toronto "

The fifth installment in the wildly popular Ava Lee series, The Scottish Banker of Surabaya exposes the dark world of money laundering and the Italian mob.