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Chon's Early Days: The Temple Murders The heat in Hua Hin hides many secrets—but murder isn't one of them. Chon lives alone in a quiet shophouse near Wat Tham Mongkhon, her days governed by ritual and routine. Her obsessive need for order is both a curse and a compass, the only way to keep her world from spiralling into chaos. When a retired general is found shot dead in the abbot's study, the police arrest the gentle monk without a second thought. But Chon noticed something they missed: a leather blotter turned seventeen degrees from true, and a curved scuff mark on the polished floor. ...

Only In Bangkok This anthology of dark short stories takes readers on a journey into the hidden corners of Thailand, where the supernatural lurks and the human heart is capable of great evil. In "Only In Bangkok," a couple of men need to be free from their wives. They try the old trick of murdering the other spouse. It is not as easy as in the movies. "Krasue," tells of Thailand's vampire-like creature that flits around looking for a feed on entrails. A young, pregnant wife has an unearthly surprise for her gullible English husband. "Big Al" is not a man you'd want to work for. Folk who get...

Journey into a realm of darkness and suspense with this captivating anthology of seven short stories, where tales of love, loss, and betrayal intertwine with the haunting allure of Thai folklore and the stark realities of English life. Story One: Love's Twisted Embrace In the heart of Thailand's north, a tale of love and deception unfolds as an English man, seeking solace in the vibrant town, gifts his Thai partner a bar. As the bar thrives and his partner flourishes, our protagonist embarks on an unexpected encounter with a captivating beauty. But beneath her alluring façade lies a secret...

A Chon Crime Thriller – Book One Bangkok is loud, chaotic, and unforgiving. Detective Chon prefers order. Brilliant but impossible to control, Chon aim to built a reputation for solving cases her male superiors would rather bury. When a mutilated body is discovered, stripped disturbingly close to the bone, the investigation is assigned to her — along with a warning to follow procedure and keep her head down. She does neither. As more murders surface and pressure mounts from above, Chon’s obsessive attention to detail becomes both her greatest weapon and her deepest liability. While ...

Embrace the shadows, dear reader. In this anthology of 50 short stories, we invite you to immerse yourself in a world of spine-tingling suspense, macabre tales, and haunting encounters. Brace yourself for a collection that will leave you breathless, disturbed, and questioning the very fabric of reality. Within these pages, you will encounter the rich tapestry of Thai culture woven with elements of suspense, crime, horror, fear, and the supernatural. From sprawling cityscapes to remote villages, each story transports you to a unique setting, where Thais and foreigners grapple with their ...

Fun and Games: Dark Tales from the Land of Smiles Six chilling stories delve into the underbelly of Thailand, Fun and Games: Two clueless London lads on a YouTube fame quest stumble upon a horrifying secret: two captivating Thai girls live-streaming their deadly games on the dark web. Long Lost: A university lecturer reunites with his alluring Thai girlfriend, seeking inspiration for a book about the supernatural. Following a fellow professor's advice he soon discovers the true darkness lurking in the ancient legends. Monsoon Mishap: A washed-up journalist in search of a story gets ...

The five tales here are dark short stories with a twisted tail - not the ending you expect. Sit back on the beach as you read, but don't enter the sea. The first story tells of an agoraphobic woman on her first holiday away with her family. Her children get more than they expected from the water. An artistic daughter is unhappy with her father's plan to close his art supply shop. Oh, dear, somebody spilt the oils. Would you take her in if you found a young girl on a lonely road? You had better think long and hard. Taxidermy is a hobby that interests few people. But in this tale, a man is ...

"Day Nine" is an anthology of five dark tales. The Day Nine story is set in London around Christmas. Two brothers work in tandem as armed robbers as they case an Indian-owned factory; one brother surprises the other - the crime does not turn out as expected! Book two, The Scent Of Floss, is different; the heady smell of candy floss wafts into a blind man's care home room. He tells his grandson and those transfixed by his memory of his wife and how he lost his eyesight. Try, Try, Try tells of a schoolboy whose wishes and hopes do not turn out as planned. He pictures himself with his first ...

A Thai lawyer on the run. A village with too many secrets. A monk who collects more than alms. When Chaya, a disgraced Bangkok lawyer, flees to a remote English village, he thinks he’s escaped his past—until a severed toe arrives in the mail. Now, the Thai gangster he betrayed has sent a female killer, a razor-wielding assassin, to finish the job. But this village isn’t as peaceful as it seems. The locals are oddly eager to help Chaya hide a body. The village’s enigmatic leader, a Thai-speaking English monk, lives in a manor lined with gold-leafed Buddhas… and unmarked graves. And...

An anthology of eight dark short stories. Starting with 'Is Everything Ready?' The General Manager of a plush resort has an event to host for the hotel's owner's wife. It must be perfect. The GM's right-hand man is unhappy; he is religious, and this goes against his beliefs. Black magic versus senior staff? Who wins? It is Halloween, and a young lad must stay at home. Thirteen-year-old George wants to celebrate his birthday with his mates and the girl he fancies. But his mum knows all about 'rituals' in the woods. She remembers thirteen years ago all too well. Sam's phone is playing up as a...

Seven dark short stories. Two countries. Endless twists. From the dangerous backstreets of Thailand to the quiet villages of England, nothing is as it seems. Ordinary lives crack open to reveal betrayal, obsession, and secrets that should have stayed buried. Each tale is short, sharp, and unforgettable — families torn apart, lovers pushed to the edge, and strangers drawn into deadly games. Every ending comes with a sting in the tail. If you love unsettling fiction with atmosphere, menace, and shocking twists, this collection will keep you hooked until the very last page. These are not ...

Step into a world where the ordinary turns sinister, and shadows linger long after the lights fade. In Reflections, a real estate broker covets an antique-filled house, but the mirrors may hold more than just his reflection. A young Thai orphan's life changes when she is sent to school—but her new beginning becomes everyone's nightmare. An artist's "too dark" painting draws the attention of a mysterious buyer, plunging her into peril. On the pristine Thai islands, beauty hides the face of death. A father's deadly secret threatens to shatter his bond with his daughter. And in the heart of ...

A Book Where Every Story Ends with a Twist. In this captivating anthology of 50 short stories, the familiar landscapes of the UK are transformed into scenes of suspense, mystery, and unexpected turns. From chilling murders to perplexing kidnappings, each tale is meticulously crafted to draw you into its web and leave you breathless with an unforeseen twist. Whether you find solace in the warmth of a cosy mystery or thrill in the darkness of the unknown, this collection has something for every reader. These stories will keep you guessing until the final sentence, delivering the kind of ...

Here Is A Book Where Every Story Ends with a Twist. In this captivating anthology of 50 short stories, the familiar landscapes of the UK are transformed into scenes of suspense, mystery, and unexpected turns. From chilling murders to perplexing kidnappings, each tale is meticulously crafted to draw you into its web and leave you breathless with an unforeseen twist. Whether you find solace in the warmth of a cosy mystery or thrill in the darkness of the unknown, this collection has something for every reader. These stories will keep you guessing until the final sentence, delivering the kind ...

In this anthology, we have six dark and unsettling stories. Starting with a young drummer who avenges her father's death. Story two tells of a gormless Londoner who gets a surprise call from a lawyer. Expecting to quote on a building job, he finds out that he is a benefactor in a will. The will promised to change his life - it did. A journalist tasked to write about 'dark' worshippers. The meeting is in a cave. All is not as expected, especially when it comes down on him. Was it his fault? Retiring in paradise is a dream for many. This English woman is offered just that. The problem is her ...

Book eighteen in the Twisted Short Stories series reveals some home truths. Best never to discover! Romancing The Stones: A man's secret love life unfolds as he takes his girlfriend to a graveyard for romance while his wife lies dying at home, revealing a web of deceit and hidden desires. But she gets her revenge. A Message In A Shadow: When a granddaughter attempts to bond with her grandmother, she stumbles upon shocking family secrets that cast a dark shadow over her family's history. The Runner's Scythe: Pippa encounters an 80-year-old man who defies his age by running, leading her to ...

Eight short dark stories start with a Thai girl returning from the UK. She spots a person thumbing a lift. 'That won't work in here.' She regretted offering him a lift. How to get rid of him? She should have listened to Mum. The top salesman has a past - he needs to square things up. This dark tale is not for those under 18. A newlywed couple starts doing up their dilapidated home. She feels something is wrong, not just the steps or the number of bedrooms. The 'feel' is out of sync. Before long, she discovers why. What is Mr Rinn doing on the company trip to the river? It takes a while, but...

The Golden Boy: An Anthology of Dark Thai Legends Step into a world of dark and twisted tales with this anthology of eight short stories inspired by Thai mythology and folklore. The Golden Boy, a legendary figure said to possess both benevolent and malevolent powers, serves as a recurring motif throughout the collection, haunting the dreams and nightmares of the characters alike. From terrifying tales of haunted houses and vengeful spirits to chilling stories of murder and betrayal, these stories will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end. In the title story, a young man ...

Revenge is skin deep. Temptation is a curse. And some lessons are deadly. Step into a world where darkness lurks just beneath the surface of everyday life. In this chilling collection of short stories, ordinary desires twist into nightmares and karma arrives with a sharp, unexpected sting. A schoolyard feud becomes permanently etched in skin. A sacred temple in the Thai jungle exposes a husband’s sinful gaze. A sanctuary for unwanted pets teaches cruel owners a lesson they’ll never forget. From the quiet, murderous villages of England to the deceptive glitter of the Thai film industry, ...

Thailand, The Land of Smiles. So they say, but not in this book - it is filled with 38 short 'dark' stories. Some will make you run for cover, others make you grin like a Thai. Odd packages turn up, women kill sons, strange creatures live below houses, and a talented drummer 'beats' her father's enemy on Phuket's beach. And you haven't met Thailand's dreaded form of Vampire. It's all in this collection of Thai short tales.