Where the Idea Came From
When author Michael Hickman first stepped into the heart of Bangkok, he was not just escaping what he had left simmering away in the UK — he was walking into the seed of a story that would become Lumpini Park, a romantic novel set in Thailand.
Lumpini Park is more than just a romantic adventure novel. It is a deeply personal exploration of heartbreak, healing, and rediscovery — all inspired by real places, and quiet moments of reflection in one of Asia’s most fascinating cities.
🌆 Why Bangkok — and Why Lumpini Park?
The idea for the novel was born during a quiet stroll through Bangkok’s iconic Lumpini Park — an oasis, boxed in on all sides by concrete. In a city that rarely sleeps. As Michael watched locals jogging, cyclists, and lovers sharing quiet benches under the intimidating trees, a story began to form.
“There was something about the mix of chaos and calm that felt like life itself — unpredictable, vivid, and full of potential.”
— Michael Hickman
The park became more than just a setting. It became a symbol of emotional transition — the space where Michael, the novel’s protagonist, begins to confront his past and make room for a possible future.
✍️ Real Emotions, Real Inspiration
While Lumpini Park is a work of fiction, many scenes were drawn from the author’s own experiences as a newcomer in Thailand. The cultural challenges, moments of awe, and the emotional turbulence of starting all over again — these were all too real.
Michael Hickman’s background in storytelling, along with his personal journey abroad, helped shape the novel’s core themes:
- Love after heartbreak
- Finding peace in unfamiliar places
- Adventure
- The risk — and reward — of starting all over again
❤️ More Than a Love Story
Although Lumpini Park revolves around romantic relationships, it is not a typical love story. It is a slow-burning novel that could detonate at any given moment — rooted in emotional realism and set against a backdrop that is both vividly Thai and universally human.
Readers are invited to:
- Travel through Bangkok’s hidden corners
- Feel the tension of difficult choices
- Witness a man trying to rebuild his life, with what looks like everything stacked against him. Step by step, he attempts his quest — but it is not as easy as that.
📘 Read the Novel that Grew from a Walk in the Park
Whether you have been to Bangkok or simply dream of faraway places, Lumpini Park offers an unforgettable literary journey filled with hope, honesty, and the kind of love that changes everything.
👉 Read Chapter One Teaser 🔗 Related Pages on This Site
- Lumpini Park Novel – Story, Themes, and Behind-the-Scenes
- Chapter One Book Tease
- Book Spoiler: Is There a Second Chance?
Curious about how the story began? Discover the real-life inspiration behind the novel:
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