Discover thrilling tales from Thailand to Wales – 60 novels by Owen Jones!
Discover thrilling tales from Thailand to Wales – 60 novels by Owen Jones!
Lek stood at the edge of the village, watching the fields ripple in the early light. It should have felt like coming home, yet uncertainty clung to her like mist. Ayr’s laughter behind her broke the tension, and for a moment, Lek allowed herself to believe that new beginnings were possible after all, but was that just an illusion?
Lek gazed at the quiet village fields, a stark contrast to Pattaya’s neon nights. Craig squeezed her hand, sharing her hesitation and hope. Could love survive here, away from bars and tourists, away from past mistakes? Every step forward felt both thrilling and terrifying - this was the life they had chosen, together. An exciting future lay before them.
If you’ve ever dreamed of exploring Thailand beyond the surface-level attractions, Thailand – Unlocking the Secrets of The Land of Smiles offers exactly what most guidebooks cannot - personal travel stories. This deeply personal collection of Thailand travel stories spans more than twenty years, giving readers a rare, intimate understanding of the country’s culture, humour, traditions, and daily life.
Lek stared at the letter in her hands, heart pounding. The dream she had carried for years was finally within reach — but taking it meant leaving the life she had built in the village. Could she risk everything for a chance at fulfilment, or cling to comfort and certainty?
Fairies? Who Believes in Fairies? Yesterday, my wife had to take our granddaughter, Gail, for a vaccination. When she came back she was on the verge of tears. Gail’s pure gold bracelet had come off her wrist and there…
I've broken my pledge to write a blog diary post every day already, and feel pretty bad about it, but it all started because I had to stay up until four a.m. to talk to the US IRS on Monday. That threw me out for three days.
Who knows the Outcome? I have been on several holidays that could be considered of the highest variety of Romantic Holidays. I am talking about holidays such as cruises, and hiking tours when it’s warm enough for you to be…
However, it is not easy. She has had ten years of living without having any obligations to anyone except her daughter, and now, she has to consider Craig in everything she does. It is fair to say that she finds it difficult.
Life in our village in remote northern Thailand is so different from my life in Barry, Wales... I feel it even now after having been here for 21 years
Frank and his new Thai bride, Joy, arrive in Fuengirola for a dream honeymoon—only to find the apartment haunted by dark secrets. As Joy descends into terror and madness, their lives spiral into mystery and despair. A secret society, mistaken identities, and eerie forces blur the line between good and evil.
Beneath Pattaya’s neon lights lies a world few truly understand. Bar girls smile, flirt, and pour drinks — but behind every laugh is a story of survival. What Life Is Really Like for a Bar Girl in Pattaya reveals the raw, emotional truth behind the fantasy sold to foreign visitors.
A young Thai woman sits alone at a modest Pattaya bar, neon signs casting a gentle glow around her. Lost in thought, her expression reflects quiet resilience and a life few understand. This evocative scene captures the humanity behind the nightlife, inspired by *Daddy’s Hobby* and its unforgettable heroine, Lek.
Songkhran is the Thai New Year, which is is sometimes referred to as the Thai Water Festival. It is much more than that though. Read on...
Soi Nana – Sukhumvit Road is an ancient, narrow street located in the heart of Bangkok. It is also one of its most infamous red light areas
Spellbinding Pattaya Beach Road is magical both by day and night. There are magical views seawards, and great entertainment and food to land
The bar girls in Pattaya are pretty famous all over the world. Perhaps especially among men, but how much do you really know about them?
Soi Nana, aka Sukhumvit Soi 4, is located in the heart of what most foreign tourists would call Bangkok’s Red Light District.
Pattaya Beach Road is one of the most famous streets in Thailand. It is located on the eastern side of Pattaya Bay and The Gulf of Thailand.