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"Title: Novel about an English teacher in Phnom Penh (semi‑serious, some humor) – rich local girlfriend with shady connections Details: • Likely published ~2008–2012 (I read it around 2009–2013). • Protagonist: English man from England working as an English teacher at a school in Phnom Penh (not just a cameo; the job is central). He often remarks how easy the job is. • Tone: Semi‑serious with some funny/observational parts. • Romance: He has a local girlfriend who seems wealthy; I vaguely remember she’s connected to shady people. • Settings: Phnom Penh + sections back in England; may also include time in Bangkok. • Memorable scenes I recall: – A visa run to Bangkok. – A monsoon/rainy‑season date. – School owner/admin drama. – A classroom scene where he shows up unprepared and still breezes through the lesson. • It’s NOT Zadie Smith’s “The Embassy of Cambodia.” • Usual Cambodia/Thailand lists didn’t surface it. Any ideas? Thanks in advance!"