Would definately read more of Faye Kellerman's books as i enjoyed this one. I like who dunnit's and like to try and guess the ending even though i'm often wrong. I really enjoyed learning a little bit about a different culture although i have to admit that when i first looked at the title on the front cover i thought it might have been a bit gruesome for me ( it conjured up thoughts of somebody being put in an acid bath or being sacrificed in a horrific way ). So i was surprised to learn why it was called The Ritual Bath. As for the characters Peter Decker was just how i like my detectives,to have loads of patience and he came across as a gentleman to me. His side kick Marg Dunn i imagined her as an all round good person with loads of common sense. As for Rina not sure,i felt her character had bits missing and thought she jumped to quick into her relationship with Peter. Have to say jdm you are making me think a whole lot more about what i'm reviewing and i'm not sure i'm entirely putting across what i feel about the characters rightly but am enjoying taking part. Thanks to saraw for the recommendation.