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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  2. 2. Bangkok Tattoo

    A Royal Thai Detective Novel

    In a vibrant and gritty portrayal of Bangkok's underbelly, the story follows Sonchai Jitpleecheep, a half-Thai, half-American detective, as he navigates a complex web of crime, corruption, and cultural clashes. When a dismembered body is discovered in a brothel owned by his mother, Sonchai is thrust into a labyrinthine investigation that intertwines with the shadowy world of tattoo artistry and the sinister operations of the Yakuza. As he delves deeper, Sonchai must balance his Buddhist beliefs with the harsh realities of his environment, all while uncovering secrets that challenge his understanding of morality and justice.