“A series of terrifically beguiling detective novels. . . . Whimsical, more personal stories that feature Siri and an equally memorable set of supporting characters. . . . A wry, seasoned, off hand style that has been the secret weapon of this unexpectedly blithe and charming series.”—Janet Maslin, The New York Times “Siri’s lingering idealism, hidden beneath his cynical—and often hilarious—digs at the government, provide unexpected emotional depth.”—Entertainment Weekly “Think What’s Up, Tiger Lily with Mao taking over for Woody Allen.”—Bloomberg.com “Delightful.”—Publishers Weekly An elderly man has been run down by a logging truck on the street in Vientiane just opposite the post office.
