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The Second Biggest Nothing (A Dr. Siri Paiboun Mystery),Used
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In this dark, quirky fourteenth Dr. Siri Paiboun mystery set in Communist Laos in the early '80s, a death threat sends Dr. Siri down memory lane, from Paris in the 30s to wartorn Vietnam in the 70s, to figure out who's trying to kill him now.Vientiane, 1980: For a man of his age and in his corner of the world, Dr. Siri, the 76yearold former national coroner of Laos, is doing remarkably wellespecially considering the fact that he is possessed by a thousandyearold Hmong shaman. That is, until he finds a mysterious note tied to his dogs tail. Upon finding someone to translate the note, Dr. Siri learns it is a death threat addressed not only to him, but to everyone he holds dear. Whoever wrote the note claims the job will be executed in two weeks.Thus, at the urging of his wife and his motley crew of faithful friends, Dr. Siri must figure out who wants him dead, prompting him to recount three incidents over the years: an early meeting with his lifelong pal Civilai in Paris in the early 30s, a particularly disruptive visit to an art museum in Saigon in 1956, and a prisoner of war negotiation in Hanoi at the height of the Vietnam War in the 70s. There will be grave consequences in the present if Dr. Siri cant decipher the clues from his past.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main plot of 'The Second Biggest Nothing'? A: 'The Second Biggest Nothing' follows Dr. Siri Paiboun, a 76-year-old former national coroner in Laos, who receives a death threat that prompts him to reflect on his past experiences in Paris, Vietnam, and Laos to uncover who wants him dead.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is written by Colin Cotterill, known for his engaging mysteries featuring Dr. Siri Paiboun.
- Q: What is the setting of the story? A: The story is set in Communist Laos during the early 1980s, exploring various historical contexts including wartime Vietnam in the 1970s and Paris in the 1930s.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'The Second Biggest Nothing' consists of 264 pages, making it a moderately sized read.
- Q: What type of binding is used for this book? A: This edition of 'The Second Biggest Nothing' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'The Second Biggest Nothing' published? A: 'The Second Biggest Nothing' was published on June 2, 2020.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers new to the Dr. Siri series? A: While it is part of a series, 'The Second Biggest Nothing' can be enjoyed by new readers, as it offers a self-contained mystery along with character backstories.
- Q: What themes are explored in this mystery novel? A: The book explores themes of memory, friendship, and the consequences of past actions, set against the backdrop of political turmoil in Laos.
- Q: Is there any graphic content in this book? A: The novel includes some dark themes and mature content typical of a mystery, but it is not excessively graphic.
- Q: What is the target audience for this book? A: 'The Second Biggest Nothing' is aimed at adult readers who enjoy mystery novels, particularly those with historical and cultural depth.