PiPP Research Associate Toby Ley reviews Peter Larmour’s latest book; a work as topical as it is approachable. Drawing on a variety of sources, the book is brimming with both entertaining anecdotes and in-depth examples of corruption throughout the region. Larmour’s examination of corruption, culture and politics is a must read especially for development partners hoping to gain a more nuanced understanding of the unique circumstances in the Pacific Islands.