When a foreign worker is found dead in a Singapore back street, few people care. Even the police dismiss the killing as another underclass slaying. Then more victims turn up, all killed with the same weapon and Singapore must come to grips with its first serial killer in decades. The murderer must be stopped.
Neil Humphreys Boeken
Neil Humphreys is een Britse humorist wiens geschriften scherpe, vaak zelfspottende, observaties over het leven in Singapore bieden. Hij blinkt uit in het vastleggen van de nuances van de Singaporese cultuur vanuit het perspectief van een expat die het lokale leven en de gewoonten diepgaand heeft omarmd. Zijn werk contrasteert vaak de gewoonten van westerse expats met zijn eigen onderdompeling in de dagelijkse ervaringen van de eilandnatie. Humphreys biedt een geestige en herkenbare lens waardoor lezers het unieke sociale landschap van Singapore kunnen verkennen.
Detective Inspector Stanley Low is having a bad day. His bipolar disorder is ruining another session with his psychiatrist, and when a murdered prostitute and a dead expatriate are discovered at Singapore's most prestigious hotel in the glamorous Marina Sins Bay, he is plunged back into the sordid underworld he was desperate to leave behind.
London is angry, divided, and obsessed with foreigners. A murdered Asian and some racist graffiti in Chinatown threaten to trigger a race war that the white supremacists of Make England Great Again have been hoping for. They just need a tipping point.
The country's best-selling author returns after a decade in Singapore, now moving to Australia to experience life among its notorious wildlife. Before leaving the island he loves, he embarks on a farewell tour from his Toa Payoh home, exploring Singapore as he did upon his arrival—on foot and with a sense of wonder. He revisits his favorite spots, from hidden gems to well-known locales, capturing the essence of the nation’s vibrant tapestry, including its underbelly and quirky characters. His journey spans from Sentosa to Sembawang, Choa Chu Kang to Changi, and even includes a detour to Johor. Along the way, he encounters a range of colorful figures, including wild animals and eccentric locals. His explorations take him through the lush countryside of Lim Chu Kang, the tranquil beaches of Kusu Island, and the historical significance of Changi, all while highlighting the surprising beauty of public spaces like Raffles Hotel’s pristine toilets. Humphreys' honest and humorous observations reveal that Singapore offers far more than just shopping malls. This warm tribute is a must-read for every Singaporean, tourist, and resident, celebrating the island's rich diversity and charm.