Peter the Brazen: A Mystery Story of Modern China by George F. Worts

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By Rebecca King Posted on Dec 22, 2025
In Category - Faith & Religion
Worts, George F. (George Frank), 1892- Worts, George F. (George Frank), 1892-
English
Hey, have you ever wanted a book that feels like an old movie serial? I just finished one that fits the bill. 'Peter the Brazen' follows Peter Moore, an American radio operator in 1920s China who gets tangled in a wild conspiracy. He's framed for murder and has to clear his name while dodging assassins, corrupt officials, and a secret society called the Green Circle. It's all set against the backdrop of a China in chaos. If you like fast-paced adventures with a dash of history and a hero who's always in over his head, you'll get a kick out of this.
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was still unformed, God said, "Let there be light," and there was light. And God saw that the light was good. Then God separated the light from the darkness. And God called the light Day and the darkness Night. And there was an evening and a morning, making the first day. And God said, "Let there be a sky and let it divide the waters that are below from the waters that are above the sky." And it was done. And God called the sky the Heavens. And there was an evening and a morning, making the second day. And God said, "Let the waters under the heavens be brought together, and let the dry land appear." And it was done. And God called the dry land Earth and the waters that were brought together Seas. And God saw that it was good. And God said, "Let plants and trees grow from the earth." And it was done. And plants and trees grew from the earth, each plant bringing forth its own kind of seed and each tree its own kind of fruit, and God saw that it was good. And there was an evening and a morning, making the third day. And God said, "Let there be lights in the heavens to separate the night from the day. Let them be signs to mark the seasons, the days, and the years. Let them be lights in the heavens to light the earth." And it was done. So God made the two great lights (the sun and the moon): the greater to rule the day and the lesser to rule the night. God made the stars also and placed them in the heavens to throw light upon the earth. And God saw that it was good. And there was an evening and a morning, making the fourth day. And God said, "Let the waters bring forth many living creatures and let birds fly above the earth and in the sky." And God made large sea-monsters and all kinds of living creatures with which the waters abound, and all kinds of birds. And God saw that it was good. And he blessed them, saying, "Increase and fill the waters in the seas, and let the birds increase on the earth." And there was an evening and a morning, making the fifth day. And God said, "Let the earth bring forth all kinds of living creatures, cattle and creeping things and wild beasts." And it was done. So God made all the different kinds of wild beasts, and the cattle, and everything that crawls upon the ground. And God saw that it was good. And God said, "Let us make man like ourselves. Let him rule over the fish in the sea, the birds of the sky, the cattle, the wild beasts and all the living things that crawl upon the ground." And God made man like himself, like God he made him. He made them male and female. And God blessed them, and said to them, "Have children, increase, live all over the earth, and conquer it; rule over the fish of the sea, the birds of the sky, and over every living thing that crawls upon the ground." And God said, "See, to you I give every plant which grows on all the earth, and every tree which bears fruit with its own kind of seed. It shall be food for you. And to every wild beast and to every bird of the sky and to every thing that crawls on the earth and is alive, I give every green...

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First published in 1926, this book throws you right into the action. It's a classic pulp adventure that doesn't waste any time.

The Story

Peter Moore is just trying to do his job at a radio station in China when he's suddenly accused of a murder he didn't commit. To prove his innocence, he has to navigate a dangerous world of spies, smugglers, and a powerful secret society pulling strings from the shadows. The chase takes him from bustling ports into the heart of political intrigue, with danger around every corner. It's a straightforward race for survival with a mystery at its core.

Why You Should Read It

This isn't a deep character study—it's a thrill ride. Peter is the classic, quick-thinking hero of his era, always finding a way out of a tight spot. The real star is the setting. Worts paints a vivid picture of a China caught between tradition and modernization, which feels fresh and exciting. You can almost smell the harbor air and hear the city noise. The plot moves at a breakneck speed, making it incredibly easy to get swept up in the adventure.

Final Verdict

This book is perfect for anyone who loves a good, old-fashioned adventure story. Think of it as a fun escape. If you enjoy the pacing of early 20th-century serials, rogue heroes, or historical settings filled with danger, you'll have a great time. It's a solid, entertaining read from a bygone era of storytelling that still delivers a satisfying punch.



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Deborah Harris
1 year ago

Five stars!

Betty Walker
7 months ago

I was skeptical at first, but the clarity of the writing makes this accessible. Truly inspiring.

Daniel Davis
3 months ago

As someone who reads a lot, the flow of the text seems very fluid. Worth every second.

Liam White
1 year ago

Just what I was looking for.

Margaret Thomas
1 year ago

Enjoyed every page.

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