15 Weeks

by James King

THIS BOOK IS OUT OF PUBLICATION AND NO LONGER AVAILABLE FROM AMAZON

144 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 2014

About the author

An Englishman who emigrated to South Africa in 1995, James King’s work took him all over the Country, visiting Cities, townships and rural areas, gaining valuable insight into the culture and lives of the people, post-apartheid.

In 2011 James left South Africa for Thailand, where he writes novels – Literary fiction thrillers, which focus on - suspense, mystery, and romantic drama. Poetry and Short Stories.

His character-driven stories are dramatic, suspenseful, thrilling and emotional. There are always romantic and sinister elements at play in his plots.

James’ poetry drifts from the romantic to fear for the survival of our world, human rights and the darkness of death. Inspired by music, film, and literature. Shakespeare, Dickens, Hesse, Leonard Cohen and Bob Dylan, among others, have all had a profound influence on his life, his writing, and the messages within.

Leading a well-travelled but somewhat fractured and unconventional life, James has mixed with politicians, sports stars, creatives, music impresarios, business tycoons, murderers, fraudsters, and even hired assassins. They have all provided rare material which he uses to great effect in his writing.

Reviews

[Naam Pueng · Rating 5 out of 5]

The first time I read 15 Weeks was in 2008 just after James wrote a series of blog posts. I suppose I am a little biased because I helped him with his research and also explained some of the more difficult aspects of our culture. He was a quick learner and while 15 Weeks is a very light-hearted and funny take on Thailand he goes into a lot more depth in the following two books in the series. I have always enjoyed his writing and love the open and friendly way he affectionately recalls the experience of his first long stay in Thailand. He had a lot of fun while growing to love my country and trying to understand our customs which must at times seem strange to farangs, as we call Westerners. This first book in the series is a very entertaining read for anyone and I would recommend it, especially for those thinking of visiting my beautiful country.

[Kai · Rating 5 out of 5]

The author first wrote 15 Weeks at the same time as I first visited Thailand and it is a very light-hearted and funny take on Thailand which reminds me of my first impressions. He goes into a lot more depth in the next two books in the series which is also very interesting as I have now lived in the Country for two years. The book is written in a chatty way as he experiences his first lengthy stay in Thailand. He describes the fun he had while learning to love Thailand and attempting to understand its ways which were strange to me at first. 15 Weeks is very entertaining for anyone, especially for anyone considering a first visit.