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 (8 review)
Author : Jones, Mark
ISBN : 9786162221026
Category : Thrillers
Pages : 246
Format : e-book
Recent reports in a number of western newspapers – Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and Canada - suggest that Thailand is one of the most dangerous countries in the world, for the aforementioned countries’ nationals, to either be living in or visiting. Based on recent statistics the newspapers reported that, in terms of serious injury or death, their citizens are more at risk in Thailand than almost anywhere else in the world apart from declared war zones. To add balance to the argument the reports also clearly stated that the majority of the injuries, and fatalities were the result of misadventure or road accidents. In instances where murder or serious assault was involved the Thai authorities were praised for their professionalism in apprehending the perpetrators. All too often though, it is found that the perpetrators were either a jealous business competitor trying to eliminate the competition, or a greedy wife or girlfriend hoping to cash in on the death of her husband or boyfriend. These deeper level facts are something that is often not made clear in the report of the death or serious assault. It may be touched upon but we are often left to draw our own conclusions regarding the machinations behind the event. For many expats living in Thailand, these types of occurrences are an all too familiar theme with greed, more often than not, being the primary motivator. Sadly it is also quietly acknowledged that many of the victims – foreign husbands, boyfriends, or business competitors – put themselves in a position to be a victim in the first instance. That they weren’t street smart or savvy enough and often, through their own actions or naivety, help create the circumstances leading to their injury or demise. Even though the local English language newspapers do a reasonable job reporting the eventual apprehension of the greedy wife, girlfriend, or jealous business competitor, nothing much is ever mentioned of the behind the scenes story. The rivalries, jealousies, motivations and emotions that are the fabric of a human tragedy go unreported.This book seeks to rectify that and it also seeks to show balance; that as much as the blame can be pointed at the motivations of a jealous business competitor, greedy wife, or girlfriend, it can also be apportioned to the poor life decisions made by the victim. For many of us who continue to live in Thailand, or those who are considering moving here, there is a lesson in that. That one must take responsibility for one’s own actions at all times and never put yourself in a position to be a victim. As a foreigner in Thailand you are, in most instances, on your own. You are, whether you like it or not, very much the director of your own destiny. |
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: Harrison K.
, Author
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04 Nov, 2012
Fear
A good read. The seedier side of Pattaya, which is a pretty seedy place to begin with.
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: Thomas H.
, Author
(read all my reviews) |
04 Jul, 2012
Superb!
Would just like to congratulate you on a fantastic novel, enjoyed every bit of it....you got a real talent! It was the right length andeverything was neatly put together keeping suspense all the waythrough...I loved the last chapter with the change of narrator to Baey,and the short description of their lives leading up to the conclusion.."
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: Matt D.
from perth , AU
(read all my reviews) |
12 Jun, 2012
FAST PACED & EXCITING READ!!!
Fear and Loathing in Pattaya is a "Must Read" for those interested in the bar or nightlife scene-Highly recommended!
Adrenaline fuelled,witty,informative race against time to save a mate from meeting his destiny...
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: Alex B.
, Author
(read all my reviews) |
27 May, 2012
A real page turner
Having spent a lot of time in and around Thailand for the past 10+ years or so, I get the feeling that the author of this book is a 'bit of a pro'.
The author writes in such a way, that the pages seem to come alive, almost as if I were right there in Pattaya.
M.Jones clearly understands the working minds of some these characters, so much so- it almost feels real.
Hope to read more from M.Jones.
Highly recommended read.
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: Barry J.
, Author
(read all my reviews) |
23 May, 2012
A cracking read - highly recommended
Revealing the seedy underbelly of Thai corruption and relationships between Thai woman and the foreigner men who pursue them.
Mark reveals an intimate knowledge of Thailand, Thai woman and the bar trade in the most notorious of Thai tourist spots, the infamous Pattaya.
For those who have visited, this novel makes you feel like you are quaffing a coldie along Beach Road. For those not in the know and contemplating a visit, this is a "must read" before proceeding.
A fast paced cracking read - highly recommended!
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: Lawrence H.
from Banglamung , TH
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23 May, 2012
Fear and Loathing in Pattaya
bloody great book. spot on
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: Lawrence H.
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23 May, 2012
Fear and Loathing in Pattaya
Having lived in Thailand for 10 years + I thought this book was very well written and spot on. Pattaya is surely a place where things are "not as they seem" I suggest that people thinking about relocating over here read this book and understand what can happen to them and the scams that some (not all)Thai girls do. A great read and hopefully more books to follow.
Laurie Hooper
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: Gary W.
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22 May, 2012
Fear and loathing opinion
The writer is totally spot on regarding Pattaya and safety...I have lived here eight years andchadcseveral relationships, and my money has not been harmed, nor have I in this city. That being said the author is correct regarding many who come here from naive western more sheltered environments.. For many , just remembering the old saw about there being " no fool like an old fool", should help defend themselves from opportunistic young women. Are they not everywhere in this world??? Here we must only remember we are being entertained , not loved in the ways we expect and had in our youth. In f... ... ... [+]
The writer is totally spot on regarding Pattaya and safety...I have lived here eight years andchadcseveral relationships, and my money has not been harmed, nor have I in this city. That being said the author is correct regarding many who come here from naive western more sheltered environments.. For many , just remembering the old saw about there being " no fool like an old fool", should help defend themselves from opportunistic young women. Are they not everywhere in this world??? Here we must only remember we are being entertained , not loved in the ways we expect and had in our youth. In fact, even the young foreigner seldom gets love here in this very different culture.. It is great entertainment and if, one wants , they can rent a wife.
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