1975 Communism has taken over Laos, and Dr. Siri Paiboun, a seventy-two-year-old doctor, is appointed national coroner. He is expected to come up with the answers the party wants, but the clever, charming Dr. Siri is immune to bureaucratic pressure.
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1975 Communism has taken over Laos, and Dr. Siri Paiboun, a seventy-two-year-old doctor, is appointed national coroner. He is expected to come up with the answers the party wants, but the clever, charming Dr. Siri is immune to bureaucratic pressure.
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Dr. Siri Paiboun is a coroner with an unusual gift. He has survived the long war in the jungle and is now caught up with the new communist government which seems to be worse than that of the royals. His coping skills and insight are an inspiration and his staff and friends are equally intriguing.
Sarahagnes
Mar 18, 2010
fab read for a mini vacation
A librarian friend recommended The Coroner's Lunch to me--and I still remember the joy of spending a whole July day immersed in the Southeast Asia of the 1970's, with a mystery to solve! Enjoy.