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Tokyo Bay Anthony Grey 9780333537862 Books

”As evidence of our friendly intentions we have brought but four smaller ships, designing, should it become necessary, to return to Yedo in the spring with a much larger force. But it is expected that the government of Your Imperial Majesty will render such a return unnecessary, by acceding at once to the very reasonable and pacific overtures contained in the President’s later …”—Location 7589

Perhaps it was a mistake to read several goodreads reviews, before reading my second Anthony Grey novel: TOKYO BAY: A NOVEL OF JAPAN. The consensus of those reviews seemed to be that this novel fell somewhat short of his stellar storytelling in SAIGON.

Less than or not, Tokyo Bay is an interesting, informative, and entertaining read. Now I’m looking forward to reading Gray’s other novel, Peking.

Recommendation: Good background on the forced opening of the nation of Japan (for good or ill) to the larger world.

“Why couldn’t we leave them to choose for themselves whether they wished to join the rest of the world — and when.”—Location 1718

Kindle edition, 8,147 Locations (whatever that may be)


Tags : Tokyo Bay [Anthony Grey] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. By the author of Saigon and Peking . Set in July 1853, this tale of the first clash between the fledgling modern nations of America and Japan illustrates the civilian hysteria provoked by the arrival of the Americans on steam-driven warships,Anthony Grey,Tokyo Bay,Pan Macmillan,0333537866,BM-L3-R226E-04974,Historical fiction

Tokyo Bay Anthony Grey 9780333537862 Books Reviews

This story was very short on romance and VERY long on Japanese detail and history. Some of the characters were interesting, such as Eden and Sentaro, but most of them were wooden and one dimensional. The story plodded along and I found it difficult to stay engaged with the story. I usually love stories that take place in feudal Japan but this one was not very interesting.
Meh
Having recently read Saigon by this author, I was eager to read Tokyo Bay. I was a little bit disappointed in Tokyo Bay. The characters didn't seem to be developed as well as in Saigon and the ending sort of left me hanging - a sequel in the works perhaps? The editing in Tokyo Bay is not as good as in Saigon. Syntax errors and missing words detract from the readability of Tokyo Bay. But, with that said, it is a good read.
I read a lot and this is a very strange book. One major character disappears in the middle and is never heard from again. His Saigon book is a much better read. This one really makes little sense. Sorry
The well known story of Commodore Perry's first visit to Japan provides the framework for this poignant tale, so compellingly written that I found it almost impossible to put down. I think that every reader will identify with at least one character in the book, and in doing so may discover new insights about human nature, and whether or not there are really any differences among the many peoples and religions on earth. Mr. Grey is a consummate writer and I will certainly read others of his books.
My review is on Goodreads. I received this book through a special promotion through .

The core story is true. The author's imagination builds an intriguing story about Japan through his imaginary characters. The connection between the American Indian and the Japanese is well said. American aggression into Japan in the 19th century is told through Robert Eden who has American Indian blood. The gist of his story was that all mankind is connected and treating one another humanely is a purpose of the highest order. The author's mechanics of good writing were excellent. He was a little long on the dream sequences, and Perry's foray onto Japanese soil became tedious rather than climactic. The Japanese names were pronounceable for me, an American reader. (Thank you, sir!) The history of the isolated country of Japan remains intriguing today.

Thank you, Mr. Grey, for a good read.
Anthony Grey is a wonderful writer....this is the third novel of his that I've read, but unlike his 50-year epics, Saigon and Peking, this story only takes place in the month of July 1853. While it gives a nice introduction to the feudal state of Japan against the expansionist motives of the United States (and Western countries generally), the story is relatively slow-moving with lots of setting descriptions at the expense of action, and the characters are not as well developed as in Grey's previous novels. Nonetheless, I enjoyed Tokyo Bay and do recommend the book; but for those that have read Grey's other novels, don't expect another riveting read like the others are.
”As evidence of our friendly intentions we have brought but four smaller ships, designing, should it become necessary, to return to Yedo in the spring with a much larger force. But it is expected that the government of Your Imperial Majesty will render such a return unnecessary, by acceding at once to the very reasonable and pacific overtures contained in the President’s later …”—Location 7589

Perhaps it was a mistake to read several goodreads reviews, before reading my second Anthony Grey novel TOKYO BAY A NOVEL OF JAPAN. The consensus of those reviews seemed to be that this novel fell somewhat short of his stellar storytelling in SAIGON.

Less than or not, Tokyo Bay is an interesting, informative, and entertaining read. Now I’m looking forward to reading Gray’s other novel, Peking.

Recommendation Good background on the forced opening of the nation of Japan (for good or ill) to the larger world.

“Why couldn’t we leave them to choose for themselves whether they wished to join the rest of the world — and when.”—Location 1718

edition, 8,147 Locations (whatever that may be)