Overview
The story follows the life of a twenty-year-old Thai woman working as a "bar girl" in Bangkok. She narrates her daily experiences, which involve romantic encounters with wealthy older Western men, and her desire to escape her current life by moving to America. Her role as a "yacht girl" is also detailed, revealing the social strata and the transactional nature of these relationships. The core conflict stems from her deep-seated need to secure a financially stable future, primarily through marrying a rich man, which is essential for her own prosperity and to support her aging family. She grapples with the emotional and practical realities of her chosen path, seeking a better life while navigating the cultural expectations and limitations of being a Thai working-class woman.
- | Author: Leonard Strong
- | Publisher: Independently Published
- | Publication Date: Dec 21, 2025
- | Number of Pages: 208 pages
- | Binding: Paperback or Softback
- | ISBN-13: 9798279244720
