Thirty-Three Teeth.

"Thirty-Three Teeth," the captivating second installment in Colin Cotterill's Dr. Siri Paiboun series, takes readers back to the 1970s in the intriguing and exotically depicted Laos. Following the exploits of the septuagenarian national coroner, Dr. Siri, who discovers his unexpected shamanic abilities, the novel weaves a rich tapestry of mystery, humor, and the supernatural. As Dr. Siri investigates a spate of bizarre deaths in the capital, Vientiane, including a victim apparently mauled by a bear—despite such creatures not inhabiting the area—the story delves deeply into the heart of Laotian culture, its belief systems, and the political complexities of a post-revolutionary Laos. Cotterill masterfully blends a thrilling narrative with insights into the unique spirit and challenges of Laos, creating a novel that is not only a page-turning mystery but also a significant exploration of a time and place seldom captured in literature.