The Fourth Watcher by Timothy Hallinan

The Fourth Watcher by Timothy Hallinan | A Novel of Bangkok

Acclaimed author Timothy Hallinan plunges readers back into the neon-lit, rain-slicked streets of Bangkok in the thrilling second installment of the Poke Rafferty series. Ex-travel writer Poke Rafferty is trying to settle into a quiet life with his fiancée, Rose, and their adopted daughter, Miaow, but trouble has a way of finding him. His precarious peace is shattered when Rose is innocently caught up in a dangerous North Korean counterfeiting ring, attracting the unwanted attention of a relentless American Secret Service agent. As if that weren't enough, Poke’s estranged father—a man he despises and long thought dead—reappears with a box of stolen rubies, fake passports, and a ruthless Chinese gangster hot on his trail. Caught between powerful enemies and ghosts from his past, Poke must navigate a deadly maze of betrayal, corruption, and international intrigue to protect the fragile family he’s built in the city's vibrant, chaotic underworld.

Why You’ll Love This Book

Immerse yourself in the "wickedly atmospheric" (BookPage) world of Bangkok, brought to life by Timothy Hallinan's masterful, award-nominated storytelling. You'll root for the unlikely hero Poke Rafferty as he balances intense, action-packed thriller elements with the deeply felt complexities of family and loyalty. If you crave international crime fiction with sharp dialogue, compelling characters, and a setting so vivid you can feel the humidity, The Fourth Watcher is a standout read.