John Burdett

John Burdett is a British crime novelist. He is best known for his series of novels set in Bangkok, featuring the Thai police detective Sonchai Jitpleecheep.

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  1. 1. Bangkok 8

    In this gripping crime novel set in Thailand's bustling capital, a dedicated Thai detective embarks on a quest for justice after his partner is killed in the line of duty. The investigation leads him into the underbelly of Bangkok's seedy nightlife, where he encounters a complex web of corruption, drug trafficking, and illicit dealings. As he delves deeper, the detective must navigate a cultural landscape rife with spiritual beliefs and practices, facing moral dilemmas that challenge his own ethical code. With the help of an alluring FBI agent, he races against time to unravel a conspiracy that reaches far beyond the city's streets, all while contending with the mystical and often dangerous elements of Thai superstition and the supernatural.

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