The Godfather of Kathmandu

De: John Burdett

Narrado por: Stephen Hogan

John Burdett writes darkly inventive fiction with a comic twist. In The Godfather of Kathmandu, Royal Thai police detective Sonchai Jitpleecheep is called to a grisly murder scene that could make or break his career, but he’s more worried about impressing Tietsin, his new Buddhist guru. However, Tietsin would rather use Sonchai to help him broker a heroin deal worth 40 million dollars. Left with no easy way out and plenty of moral conflict, Sonchai will have to decide between saving his soul and saving his career.

©2009 John Burdett (P)2010 WF Howes Ltd.

Reseñas de la Crítica

“Sonchai Jitlpleecheep has leapfrogged the field, vaulting from cult favorite to just possibly the most compelling crime-fiction hero in the genre. His fourth adventure, even more than its predecessors, is overstuffed with a dizzying array of multifaceted storylines, all of which exude both the moral ambiguity and the cognitive dissonance that have become this series’s hallmarks.... Burdett juggles the various plots with great dexterity....A whirlwind of a novel.” ( Booklist)

Amazing romp of a story; best voice acting narration

Typically rich John Burdett tale, enlivened by the stunning acting skills of the narrator. Movie-like.

Great, despite some drawbacks

I agree with reviewers who complain the plotting isn't as tight as previous installments. However, this is more than made up for by the usual fascinating glimpses into foreign cultures, religions and ways of life Burdett brings so brilliantly to the page. Well worth the journey. Also, the narrator is top notch.

Not my favorite.

I must've missed the preceding book which might have helped to access our heroes status. As is moved rather slowly. Lots of Buddhist overlay, which was not a bad thing. The two plots were interesting but not as engaging as I recall the earlier books being.

Absolutely great

It weaves historical facts into a top flight murder mystery. No, you cannot possibly guess more than a very few of the twists and turns.

Fast paced, unpredictable & fascinating

Already interested in John Burdett's work, I purchased this story on the recommendation of a friend. Absolutely spellbinding. It combines Buddhism, morality play, crime story, detective novel in remarkable package tied up with a bow by excellent narration. Having just finished this, I am casting about for the next read....