A Lotus For Miss Quon -

: The loot belongs to the state, but Jaffe's overwhelming greed takes over. When his houseboy discovers the cache and threatens to alert the police, Jaffe loses control and kills him.

is a classic thriller novel published in 1961 by the master of hardboiled suspense, James Hadley Chase. Set against the exotic and corrupt backdrop of early 1960s Saigon, the book brilliantly explores themes of unbridled greed and moral decay. A Lotus For Miss Quon

: A local dancehall worker and Jaffe's mistress. Despite Jaffe's initial dismissive attitude toward her, she proves to be fiercely loyal and resourceful when he becomes a wanted man. : The loot belongs to the state, but