
Bangkok Sunset
RM37.50
‘Bangkok Sunset ’is a poignant novel that revolves around themes of first love and personal growth, intricately depicting the complicated romance between Jessica, a girl from Malaysia, and Patrick, a boy from Thailand. Set against the backdrop of Bangkok, a city characterized by both opulence and ambiguity, the story traces their journey from their initial encounter to their eventual entanglement. As their relationship deepens, both are gradually drawn into the whirlpool of their hidden pasts and the constraints of their present realities.
Jessica, filled with both confusion and hope, leaves behind her impoverished home in Malaysia and steps into the vibrant yet deceptive world of Bangkok. Despite her troubled background, she finds herself swept away by the allure and temptation of this bustling metropolis. However, the city's glamour and complexity leave her both fascinated and unsettled, as her internal struggles and desires weave a web of invisible chains that bind her.
In this city, she meets Patrick handsome and charismatic actor. Patrick’s gentleness and refined manners give Jessica a fleeting sense of security, making her believe that she may have found a place to belong. However, as time passes, Patrick’s hidden past within the entertainment industry begins to surface, causing their once-promising romance to falter amidst undercurrents of secrecy and tension.
‘Bangkok Sunset’ explores the ephemeral brilliance and underlying fragility of cross-cultural love, reflecting the inner conflicts and growth of individuals within an urban setting. Through the love story of Jessica and Patrick, the novel delves into the painful choices and unspoken confusions faced by modern individuals under the pressure of love, secrets, and destiny.
