Anton Peeters is a Dutch author who has made Thailand his home for almost 20 years. He draws inspiration from the country’s rich history and culture with a focus on Southern Thailand. His unique approach connects real historic events and figures through intriguing what-if scenarios with the present day, creating fast-paced adventure or crime stories that will keep you immersed until the last page.
Yamada’s Treasure
By: Anton Peeters
Siam, 1628With the death of King Songtham, a chaotic period in Siamese history starts. After a Machiavellian power struggle and the deaths of several young contenders to the throne, a self-proclaimed king, Prasat Thong, finally takes the throne himself.One of the other key players, Yamada Nagamasa, the powerful Japanese samurai of Ayutthaya, is seen as a significant threat. To maneuver him out of the way, he is sent to Ligor to suppress a rebellion.Close to 400 years later…Stumbled upon by accident while looking for antiques in the Thai countryside, the last remaining clue to a treasure buried in the last weeks of Yamada’s life sends Peter Prins and his long-time friend Somrak Noonsuk, a...
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