Excellent historical mystery. Setting descriptions take the reader back to time and place. The two main characters each face compelling inner conflicts and I look forward to their relationship develop further in the next installment.

A well composed mystery that will take you to Singapore during the early 20th century when it was very much a part of the British Empire. The story will transport you to a time and place you can only imagine. I felt as if I could feel the oppressive heat and humidity in addition to smelling the various odors that were described so vividly. The mystery was well defined and easy for the reader to follow.

I have rated the book 4 stars and would recommend to any who enjoys a period tale.

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own based on my unbiased review.

An enjoyable start to a new historical mystery series. Harriet Gordon and Robert Curran are our engaging guides to colonial Singapore in 1910. The mystery is intriguing, well paced and the conclusion is satisfying. I look forward to reading more in this series

SINGAPORE SAPPHIRE by A M Stuart
In the mood for a multiple murder/gem smuggling mystery with a bit of romance and family drama and a fair amount of diverse culture? Then this is your book.
Harriet, newly arrived in Singapore in 1910, is the richly nuanced main character. Most characters are well developed, although a couple surprises near the end seem a bit “out of the blue.” The culture of colonial Singapore is clearly drawn. The main characters are mainly upper class British, with the requisite native servants and lower level functionaries.
I read an e-book before publication and there was no glossary – one is sorely needed. The plot is fast moving and well developed. The writing is clear and expressive. The character listing helps keep the many persons straight. There are several murders, but not too much gruesomeness. The sex is merely alluded to. There is no foul language.
4 of 5 stars

This absolutely delightful story takes place in turn of the last century Singapore and features secretary turned sleuth Harriet Gordon. She gets involved with the investigation of the murder of her first client Sir Oswald, when she returns to his house to retrieve his typewriter and finds his body. Inspector Robert Curran is assigned the case and rather than dismiss Harriet and her observations, he enlists her to help solve the murder. Readers can feel the heat and humidity of Singapore and delight in all it’s smells and sights in this engaging mystery