In a remote village of Laos, rival gangs plot to seize control of the land and exploit its resources for their own gain. But when their plans are threatened by Sithana's appearance, a deadly chain of events is set in motion that will test the limits of loyalty, courage, and love. As tensions rise and alliances shift, a web of corruption and deceit is revealed, and the villagers must band together to fight for their way of life.
Sithana Burning is a gripping tale of love, loyalty, and justice, featuring vividly drawn characters and a richly evocative setting. When Sithana returns to Laos from Canada to bury his family and avenge their deaths, he finds himself drawn to Viengvilay, a woman who understands his pain and shares his desire for justice. Meanwhile, in the bustling city of Luang Prabang, Laos, Touy Silavong her fiancé is a rising star in the world of organized crime. With a combination of cunning and ruthlessness, he's built an empire that extends far beyond the city limits. As Sithana and Viengvilay navigate the dangerous terrain of a corrupt society, they are forced to confront their deepest fears and make choices that will determine their fate. With vivid descriptions of Laos and its culture, Sithana Burning is a powerful story of resilience, love, and the human spirit's unyielding will to survive.

SOMSY CAMVAN was born in 1954, a son of Khmu tribe parents and horse traders. Somsy spent the early time of his life in a small village in north Laos. His father sent him to live with a relative in the capital city Vientiane in his late teens to receive an education. After finishing his training in Communications, in 1974, he worked for the government-owned newspaper, "The People's Voice." He was held for questioning in 1979 for suspicions of collaborating with the anti-Government group. Fearing for his safety, Somsy escaped to Canada via Thailand in the late 1980s, where he has been living since in a quiet country home, in the province of Quebec. His work of historical fictions includes "The American Ghost" and "The Other Side of Mekong".

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