John Tallon Jones
The Penny Detective Series has been designed to be read in any order.
The PlotMorris Shannon and his partner Shoddy get involved in some brutal knife murders after being hired by a man to find a stolen car.
Morris is not your typical private investigator, and neither is his alcoholic partner, Shoddy. It is soon clear that the two friends are in above their heads and have taken on something more powerful than they can handle.
As always, the story is a real page-turner, and this British 1980s retro adventure keeps you guessing until the last page.
If you like British detective stories, you will love Morris Shannon.
WARNING: This Book will not be a life-changing experienceFans of intellectual literature should look away now or try something more classical. All Penny Detective books contain no messages, big words or complicated plots, but they will, hopefully, while away a couple of hours and entertain. If you are still not convinced, the terrific thing about Amazon is that you can read the first couple of chapters for free. Believe me; these books don't get any better or worse after that.
John Tallon Jones (Author)John Tallon Jones is to literary intellectuals what John Milton (Paradise Lost) and Leo Tolstoy were, to having a 'good laugh.' This is disposable fiction at the sharp end, nothing more.
What are people saying about the Penny Detective?Post OnlineThe author has made the main character, Morris Shannon, vulnerable and sarcastic, and I can relate to this, as will most readers. The creation of an alcoholic but brilliant sidekick is inspirational, and this alone makes it different from anything else you will read.
Kindle Detective StoriesA fantastic read from start to finish. If I had a problem, I would definitely not hire Morris and Shoddy to sort it out.
Post OnlineAn absorbing insight into the seedier side of detecting; Morris has a black sense of humour, and the storyline is engrossing and very edgy
The Chester Standard (free paper)Chester's own author comes up five-stars again in this gripping yarn, with comedy as black as a darkened room. Recommended reading for anyone that loves a good old fashioned whodunit:
GoodreadsThis is a fabulous book that builds tension and sets an atmosphere that at times is frightening but never dull. Original with a twist.
Eastern Press ReviewsProbably one of my top ten reads so far this year
Post OnlineA colourful cast of characters and locations reminiscent of Guy Ritchie films. The dialogue and characters seem very authentic.
Liverpool EchoTake Hercule Poirot, Philip Marlowe, and Inspector Clouseau, rolled into one, and you have the Penny Detective. This is a highly imaginative five-star read.
The Irish Gazette (free journal)Well developed plot and characters. You can't help but fall in love with Morris or feel sorry for his long-suffering sidekick.
John Tallon Jones
The Penny Detective Series has been designed to be read in any order.
The PlotMorris Shannon and his partner Shoddy get involved in some brutal knife murders after being hired by a man to find a stolen car.
Morris is not your typical private investigator, and neither is his alcoholic partner, Shoddy. It is soon clear that the two friends are in above their heads and have taken on something more powerful than they can handle.
As always, the story is a real page-turner, and this British 1980s retro adventure keeps you guessing until the last page.
If you like British detective stories, you will love Morris Shannon.
WARNING: This Book will not be a life-changing experienceFans of intellectual literature should look away now or try something more classical. All Penny Detective books contain no messages, big words or complicated plots, but they will, hopefully, while away a couple of hours and entertain. If you are still not convinced, the terrific thing about Amazon is that you can read the first couple of chapters for free. Believe me; these books don't get any better or worse after that.
John Tallon Jones (Author)John Tallon Jones is to literary intellectuals what John Milton (Paradise Lost) and Leo Tolstoy were, to having a 'good laugh.' This is disposable fiction at the sharp end, nothing more.
What are people saying about the Penny Detective?Post OnlineThe author has made the main character, Morris Shannon, vulnerable and sarcastic, and I can relate to this, as will most readers. The creation of an alcoholic but brilliant sidekick is inspirational, and this alone makes it different from anything else you will read.
Kindle Detective StoriesA fantastic read from start to finish. If I had a problem, I would definitely not hire Morris and Shoddy to sort it out.
Post OnlineAn absorbing insight into the seedier side of detecting; Morris has a black sense of humour, and the storyline is engrossing and very edgy
The Chester Standard (free paper)Chester's own author comes up five-stars again in this gripping yarn, with comedy as black as a darkened room. Recommended reading for anyone that loves a good old fashioned whodunit:
GoodreadsThis is a fabulous book that builds tension and sets an atmosphere that at times is frightening but never dull. Original with a twist.
Eastern Press ReviewsProbably one of my top ten reads so far this year
Post OnlineA colourful cast of characters and locations reminiscent of Guy Ritchie films. The dialogue and characters seem very authentic.
Liverpool EchoTake Hercule Poirot, Philip Marlowe, and Inspector Clouseau, rolled into one, and you have the Penny Detective. This is a highly imaginative five-star read.
The Irish Gazette (free journal)Well developed plot and characters. You can't help but fall in love with Morris or feel sorry for his long-suffering sidekick.
A Simple Case of Murder: Penny Detective 12
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A Simple Case of Murder: Penny Detective 12
208Paperback
Product Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781540665058 |
|---|---|
| Publisher: | CreateSpace Publishing |
| Publication date: | 11/27/2016 |
| Series: | Penny Detective , #12 |
| Pages: | 208 |
| Product dimensions: | 6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.44(d) |