Six and a Half Deadly Sins

In 1979 Laos, the inimitable Dr. Siri Paiboun, twice-retired National Coroner, finds his quiet life upended by a mysterious package. Inside an intricately woven pha sin, a traditional skirt, he discovers a gruesome secret: a severed human finger. Convinced this is a cryptic message, Siri, with his characteristic blend of astute deduction and eccentric humor, embarks on an unauthorized investigation. His quest leads him northward, to the remote province where the pha sin was made, drawing him and his loyal companions into a perilous journey. As they delve deeper into the mystery, the region teeters on the brink of violent conflict, threatening to engulf Dr. Siri in a deadly scavenger hunt that challenges his wit, his courage, and his very survival. This installment of the Dr. Siri series masterfully combines a compelling whodunit with rich cultural insights and the ever-present political tensions of post-revolutionary Laos.