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Here Be Monsters. Medieval mystery you can laugh at.Multiple best-selling Howard of Warwick sends Brother Hermitage, the most medieval sleuth, on another hopeless task - this time with monsters.The previous volume seemed to go down well.5* Old friends and possibly some new. A laugh on most pages. Characters who leap off the page they are so well written. I cannot praise it highly enough. I also can't wait for the next book.5* Brilliant mayhem with a lot of the old favourite characters returning for a conclave that is cover for an ingenious murder plot.This time, there are monsters murdering people in Northantone. So said King William, so it must be true. Of course, Brother Hermitage doesn’t believe in such nonsense; it will all be some horrible misunderstanding.In which case, explain what took Hunbeorht the hunter in the night. Followed by a fully armed Norman soldier. There are enough people in Northantone who do believe in the beast to make for a very fraught investigation.And that’s before we hear about Wat the Weaver’s previous visit to town, and why he is not at all welcome.Uncovering contradictions, liars and the just plain gullible has never been Hermitage’s strength, and when he’s surrounded by them, it only adds to the confusion.Perhaps Hunbeorht had secrets? Perhaps the local Norman commander is one arrow short of a quiver? Or could the whole town be cursed and the monster is real?It’s another highly entertaining Chronicle of Brother Hermitage.Nearly a quarter of a million sales, thousands of reviews - most of them good - and a chance to discover that the people of the past were no better informed than we are. Read more

NAMED AS ONE OF THE BBC'S 100 MOST INSPIRING NOVELS'It was octarine, the colour of magic. It was alive and glowing and vibrant and it was the undisputed pigment of the imagination . . .'Somewhere between thought and reality exists the Discworld, a magical world not totally unlike our own. Except for the fact that it travels through space on the shoulders of four giant elephants who in turn stand on the shell of an astronomically huge star turtle, of course.Rincewind is the world's worst wizard who has just been handed a very important job: to look after the world's first tourist, upon whose survival rests the peace and prosperity of the land. Unfortunately, their journey across the Disc includes facing robbers, monsters, mercenaries, and Death himself.And the whole thing's just a game of the gods that might send them over the edge . . .'If you've never read a Discworld novel, what's the matter with you?' Guardian'Pratchett uses his other world to hold up a distorting mirror to our own' The TimesThe Colour of Magic is the first book in the Wizards series, but you can read the Discworld novels in any order. Read more

Martin never planned to do any actual detecting. He just wanted a quiet life. Something his mother was not going to allow. There again he never for one moment imagined he would have to look into the death of a 90-year-old lady who was gambling away her family fortune.The Hayden Detective Agency has no need of clients. The very existence of the Agency allows Martin Hayden to claim his large monthly allowance from the family fortune - without lifting a finger. Martin’s biggest problem is his interfering mother, who understands her idle son too well. She takes steps to find him not just clients but also a personal assistant to keep an eye on him.Under pressure from the women in his life, Martin agrees to take on his first client. How hard can it be to follow a 90-year-old woman who spends her time losing money at roulette tables? As it turns out harder than Martin ever thought possible, especially with the old lady dying in strange circumstances.Soon the Reluctant Detective is grappling with shady estate agents, an intellectual artist, missing charity money and an irritating Indian waiter. Luckily for Martin there is help in the form of Colin, a transvestite who, apart from having very good fashion sense, is an expert at breaking into houses.What readers have said about the Martin Hayden Mysteries.‘‘Just sat here reading the last 50 pages, slightly guilty on a Sunday afternoon whilst the husband is painting the walls behind me... read this, I urge you! So clever and the characters are ones I hope to read much more of’‘This a quirky detective story in the old tradition of crime fiction. It involves a young man who starts out with the Detective Agency as a cover for not doing much at all. He gradually pulls other individuals into his endeavours. I loved it. No violence, no guns, just pure detective reasoning.’‘Totally different type of detective story being mostly implausible but nonetheless a fun read, hopefully there’s more in the offing’‘My 1st and not going to be my last of the Martin Hayden mysteries. Loved the humour and managed to follow the plot which I normally find difficult. This attests to Adrian 's skill as a writer in this genre which is not my usual style. Thanks for an enjoyable read.’‘I would definitely not be reluctant to read further stories in this series. Keeps you interested all the time, keep Colin going.’‘A truly engaging and humourous read with a subtle underlying social commentary that doesn't spill over from the story at all - that is left to your own conscience....’REVIEWS FROM OTHER COUNTRIES:‘I enjoyed this very much. Lighthearted and fun yet believable characters and a well written plot. It’s funny, a love story and a solid bit of detecting. Definitely want more from this up and coming writer.’ Read more

"Previously published as MYSTERY IN THE APPLE ORCHARD: Hilarious misadventures when, completely out of the blue, caravanning mad Val and Geoff inherit a mysterious, old apple orchard on the Isle of Wight. By GUMBLETON, LYNNE AND CHRISTOPHER (AUTHOR)."Another fun packed comedy adventure when caravanning mad Valerie and Geoff inherit an old bungalow down on the Isle of Wight from a mysterious uncle. Little do they know, they have also inherited a mysterious, old apple orchard to go with it - hidden away, down at the far end of their garden. The orchard contains a secret that changes Val and Geoff's lives forever.Yet another tongue in cheek adventure from us - that we hope you will like. Read more

Everyone wants a piece of Martin’s astute detecting mind. A neighbour wants him to trace a young woman that even a professional investigator has failed to locate. A friend asks him to dissuade an elderly person from staging protests, thereby avoiding trouble with the police. Generally, people don’t appreciate that Hayden Investigations was set up solely for Martin to avoid doing any work, and why does his wife, Susan, want to help the world and its mother.With the assistance of her reluctant husband, Susan helps a band of elderly residents demonstrate against the impending removal of their live-in Warden. But keeping old people under control isn’t an easy task, they’re worse than kids! As for the missing woman, this gives Susan the opportunity to prove that Hayden investigators are better than real detectives, that is if they find her.Then there’s Mrs Rich, she wants Martin to manage the local neighbourhood watch scheme, something he has no intention of doing and plans to tell her in no uncertain terms, which he’ll live to regret. On the plus side, there’s an attractive female reporter who has her eye on Martin. Is Susan jealous? Of course she is!The Reluctant Detective Protests is the sixth Martin Hayden Mystery.All the Martin Hayden Mysteries can be read as stand-alone novels but might be enjoyed more in order.What Amazon readers have said about previous Martin Hayden Mysteries.‘Will they or won’t they……solve more cases lol. I definitely didn’t see that one coming! Great ending and as always a fun ride! 2 down the rest to go…..The reluctant Detective is quite frankly A MUST READ’‘Yet again I have really enjoyed this book. I could not recommend this series enough. Please tell me there will be more of the Hayden's.’‘Not my usual genre (fantasy) but am invested in the characters and the story is clever. I am enjoying this book series.’‘Lighthearted with many “possible” endings. Liked the characters and relationships linking them together. Easy read will be looking for more by this Author’‘Love the characters and plot twist I didn't see coming, and again laced with humour.’‘Just sat here reading the last 50 pages, slightly guilty on a Sunday afternoon whilst the husband is painting the walls behind me... read this, I urge you! So clever and the characters are ones I hope to read much more of’‘This a quirky detective story in the old tradition of crime fiction. It involves a young man who starts out with the Detective Agency as a cover for not doing much at all. He gradually pulls other individuals into his endeavours. I loved it. No violence, no guns, just pure detective reasoning.’ Read more

First in a PITCHING UP! series of comedy camping fiction that you'll love.A group of strangers pitching up on a Cotswold caravan site, looking for rest and relaxation but instead encountering starvation, sleep deprivation, dehydration, motorbikers, drunken yummy-mummies, the police, shredded feet, unexpected nakedness, curries, the great loo run, and a line dancing barbecue. Oh, and the creepy guy in a tent at the bottom of the field. It was a camping trip like no other and it would change all their lives.A charismatic cast of characters that you’ll fall in love with. It’s about friendship, the kindness of campers, and the heart-warming humour of people getting on each other’s nerves.You’ll be so emotionally exhausted after reading this you’ll need a holiday to recover. Read more

Sequel to the much-acclaimed and very funny Pitching Up!The Woodsman pub and campsite is under new management, with new staff and improved facilities. The old gang, plus some additional characters, return by invitation to ‘check it out’, and the adventures begin; retaliating against marauding motorbikes in the middle of the night, enduring a bike tour to hell and back, watching Tel and Sophie jumping from a plane and witnessing Tel having some sort of nervous breakdown, fighting against the tyranny of Liv’s father and soon-to-be ex-husband, and almost losing a vastly expensive ring. You can’t get much more memorable than a camping trip like this – perfect holiday reading. Read more

It all began when Martin agreed to do a simple favour to help Ernie's brother. Things started to go wrong when it transpired Ernie's brother was allegedly a part-time industrial spy who was preparing for an alien invasion. Martin thought it all unbelievable and totally ridiculous, while Susan had the simpler mindset of: ‘don't knock it, until you try it’.Pressure mounted on Martin when Colin, who is always happy to help with any investigation, found himself arrested for obtaining confidential information from the National Police Computer.There was no let-up for Martin who then needed to take responsibility for the family's financial affairs after his mother was taken ill.To relieve some of the pressure, Martin sat down with a glass of red wine and reluctantly wrote a to-do list, something he never dreamed he would ever need. This list included: locating Ernie's brother, tracking down an industrial spy, saving Colin from a prison sentence and finding a replacement family accountant. Oh, not forgetting helping Susan to save the earth from invading aliens.The Reluctant Detective Under Pressure is the third Martin Hayden Mystery.The Martin Hayden Mysteries can be read as stand-alone novels but might be enjoyed more in order.What readers have said about previous Martin Hayden Mysteries.‘Love the characters and plot twist I didn't see coming, and again laced with humour.’‘Just sat here reading the last 50 pages, slightly guilty on a Sunday afternoon whilst the husband is painting the walls behind me... read this, I urge you! So clever and the characters are ones I hope to read much more of’‘This a quirky detective story in the old tradition of crime fiction. It involves a young man who starts out with the Detective Agency as a cover for not doing much at all. He gradually pulls other individuals into his endeavours. I loved it. No violence, no guns, just pure detective reasoning.’‘Totally different type of detective story being mostly implausible but nonetheless a fun read, hopefully there’s more in the offing’‘My 1st and not going to be my last of the Martin Hayden mysteries. Loved the humour and managed to follow the plot which I normally find difficult. This attests to Adrian 's skill as a writer in this genre which is not my usual style. Thanks for an enjoyable read.’‘I would definitely not be reluctant to read further stories in this series. Keeps you interested all the time, keep Colin going.’‘A truly engaging and humourous read with a subtle underlying social commentary that doesn't spill over from the story at all - that is left to your own conscience....’‘I enjoyed this very much. Lighthearted and fun yet believable characters and a well written plot. It’s funny, a love story and a solid bit of detecting. Definitely want more from this up and coming writer.’ Read more

Just because Martin runs a detective agency, it does not mean he has any intention of investigating anything, except the lunchtime menu at his favourite Michelin-starred restaurant. However, for the benefit of his mother he must occasionally appear to be working. Consequently, he agrees to help an old school friend who has found himself on the wrong side of the law and is now serving his community service in a charity centre in south London. Not that Martin ever wanted to visit such a place, but old dormitory chums help each other. Things become complicated for Martin when his eager assistant Susan sees a pile of parking tickets strewn across his desk. She believes his number plate has been cloned and decides they should investigate and find the culprit. Martin is not so sure that another investigation is such a good idea. After all, he has enough money to support his privileged lifestyle and pay the fines without question. Never one to be discouraged, Susan follows the leads, which take them to a run-down south London council estate, where Martin is introduced to a side of the capital he never imagined existed. Before long, Martin is reluctantly mixing with drug dealers, sex chat-line operators, loan sharks, ageing criminals plus an unbearable little girl, all of whom he considers to be UPS (unpleasant people sorts). Yet nothing will stop Susan getting at the truth, not even a male, good-looking Italian who collects saucy postcards and charms her with chilled Italian white wine.The Reluctant Detective Goes South is the second Martin Hayden Mystery.The Martin Hayden Mysteries can be read as stand-alone novels but might be enjoyed more in order.What readers have said about previous Martin Hayden Mysteries.‘Love the characters and plot twist I didn't see coming, and again laced with humour.’‘Just sat here reading the last 50 pages, slightly guilty on a Sunday afternoon whilst the husband is painting the walls behind me... read this, I urge you! So clever and the characters are ones I hope to read much more of’‘This a quirky detective story in the old tradition of crime fiction. It involves a young man who starts out with the Detective Agency as a cover for not doing much at all. He gradually pulls other individuals into his endeavours. I loved it. No violence, no guns, just pure detective reasoning.’‘Totally different type of detective story being mostly implausible but nonetheless a fun read, hopefully there’s more in the offing’‘My 1st and not going to be my last of the Martin Hayden mysteries. Loved the humour and managed to follow the plot which I normally find difficult. This attests to Adrian 's skill as a writer in this genre which is not my usual style. Thanks for an enjoyable read.’‘I would definitely not be reluctant to read further stories in this series. Keeps you interested all the time, keep Colin going.’‘A truly engaging and humourous read with a subtle underlying social commentary that doesn't spill over from the story at all - that is left to your own conscience....’‘I enjoyed this very much. Lighthearted and fun yet believable characters and a well written plot. It’s funny, a love story and a solid bit of detecting. Definitely want more from this up and coming writer.’ Read more

Praise in Amazon Reviews for Not From Round Here:★★★★★ "Very funny. We live in London but originate from Burnley so can relate to the differences."★★★★★ "Tek it from me, it wer a reet good'n! Cheered me up!"★★★★★ "Thank you for making me laugh."Professional Praise for Not From Round Here:"Not From Round Here I laughed so much I got odd looks when I read it in public. I loved this book & wanted more! " - Suzy K. Quinn, million selling author of the 'Bad Mother' series."A reet good laff! I hooted my way through this comical look at Northern life. Highly recommended – for Northerners and Southerners alike!" - Jacqueline Lambert, award-winning travel writer and author of the 'Adventure Caravanning with Dogs' series.From the Back Cover“I stuck a hair dryer on me bunion to stretch me skin out. Didn’t bloomin’ work.”So begins Brad’s uproarious new life as an Essex native who’s yanked from living his pipe dream in the Spanish sunshine to the grey and wet northwest of England.In this comedy memoir, Brad is catapulted to a strange land in his homeland where complete strangers tell him about their bunions and insist on showing him the holes “they burned” in the crotch of their swimming trunks.It’s a land of confusion where everything he thought true comes into question: bread rolls are now called, “barms"; tea is something you eat not drink; almond milk is unheard of because, “yer don't get teats on an almond, stupid!”It’s a land where Brad is so cold that he’s wearing more coats than a nightclub cloakroom can handle while the locals casually stroll around in their beachwear.Will fish out of water Brad sink or swim as he adapts to the culture shock of being a soft southerner up north?One thing’s for sure, you’re in for a pant-pissing, rollercoaster ride of mishaps, mayhem, and meat pies.So strap on your incontinence pads then scroll up to buy now!More Praise in Amazon Reviews for Not From Round Here:★★★★★ "Laugh out funny at times. It was inoffensive, light-hearted humour."★★★★★ "More laugh out loud moments than you can shake a stick at!"★★★★★ "Extremely funny and perceptive writing from the quintessential stranger in a strange land." Read more

Disillusioned after a disasterous relationship, Jennifer Wren returns to her home town in Norfolk, hoping to quietly rebuild her life and help sort her brother's life out as well. A hilarious feel good comedy, full of twists and turns, which leads Jennifer to reappraise her life. Does she want another relationship so soon after her break-up? On top of that, crime lurks the streets of Staithesby and inadvertently she become involved in trying to solve it.The Marigold Café and Bookshop is written in our usual light-hearted, tongue in cheek, heart- warming, feel good style. We hope you enjoy reading it. Read more

'Oh my god I just loved this book... It made me laugh and cry and it was so, so very well written and witty and funny, especially the bits about her kids and their tantrums, so very true... Fab fab fab!!!' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Cait is battling ever-present mum guilt, an ex-husband and an overflowing inbox. Can you blame her if she lets the F-word slip? Cait is a newly single mother of three. If keeping on top of the laundry wasn't enough, she now has her ex's new girlfriend to deal with. To make things worse, her writing career has descended into creating upbeat descriptions of personal hygiene products. So when she's offered a job on a magazine, she jumps at the chance. But she might be in over her head...Bambino is a glossy, weekly parenting bible aimed at yummy mummies. Cait will be the new agony aunt giving advice on how to be the perfect mother. At first, Cait relishes her new alter ego as an unflappable parent who rises above the chaos. But she soon she realises the people writing to her really do need her. Can Cait cut through the crap and give her fellow mums the help they actually need? A totally hilarious and heartfelt look at juggling motherhood, careers and relationships. Perfect for fans of Why Mummy Drinks, Alexandra Potter and Sophie Kinsella.Readers love Mummy Said the F-Word:'So funny! If you want to read a good book by a brilliant author that will make you laugh out loud, cry and exhale deeply with satisfaction then this is the book for you. I cannot say enough good things' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'I really loved this book... Frankly if I'd been the mummy in the story, I would have been saying more than the F word at times. So very real, but also very funny. Highly recommended!' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Loved it. Absolutely loved this book it relates to everyday life with children and partners. Made me laugh out loud as well as making me smile. Highly recommend this book' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Absolutely brilliant. Just the right mix of humour, romance and parenting reality. I found myself laughing out loud and shedding a tear. Easy to read' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'Loved it! Laugh out loud funny! Couldn't put it down! Funny and a great story!!!!' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'An excellent read! At times inspiring, cringeworthy, edge-of-your-seat gripping, delightful, scary, hopeful, charming and exciting, this is a delightful read from start to finish!' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Read more

Hope Brown’s mundane life is turned upside down when:-she unexpectedly loses the job she loves; runs into big trouble with the police when she’s implicated in an unexplained death; finds herself the target of a notorious local drug gang - out for revenge; and discovers dark secrets about her past that she is determined to uncover. Hope takes flight from the dreary London council flat that she shares with her slovenly stepfather Charlie, and stepbrother Joel, looking for a fresh start in Northumberland, in the peaceful, coastal town of Amble, where she was born. She's determined to escape the terrible vengeance of the gang, and unlock the dark secrets of her past...But life, as we all know, has a tendency not to go the way you want it to.Laughter, tears, drama, mystery and romance, written in our usual tongue in cheek style. We hope you enjoy our latest book. Read more

None stop action in this comedy adventure story of three old school friends who find themselves caught up in an incredible web of intrigue and espionage.Mike Hardcastle never envisaged that twenty years ago his life would be turned upside down by a series of unforeseen events. Now, thirty-eight years old, Mike has made his peace with his turbulent past and is content with his modest lifestyle.Then, everything changes when Edith, his aunt, announces that she needs Mike to look after her dog, Hemingway, while she visits a sickfriend. Mike’s mundane and predictable life is about to be put into a tailspin, one more time...Mike, and old school friends Charlotte and Tony are about to embark on a daring mission that none of them could have ever envisaged. It will test their friendship and bravery to the limit.Written in our usual tongue in cheek style, this is a comedy adventure story with a cast of entertaining characters that will make you laugh, cry, and wonder what is going to happen next. This hilarious page turner has farcical comedy, drama, fast paced action, adventure, love, and romance. Read more

Reprints and reminiscences from the magazine’s first decade: “Fun to flip through . . . Where would American humor be without the National Lampoon?”—The New YorkerFrom its first issue in April 1970, the National Lampoon blazed like a comet, defining comedy as we know it today. To create Drunk Stoned Brilliant Dead, former Lampoon illustrator Rick Meyerowitz selected the funniest material from the magazine and sought out the survivors of its first electrifying decade to gather their most revealing and outrageous stories. The result is a mind-boggling tour through the early days of an institution whose alumni left their fingerprints all over popular culture: Animal House, Caddyshack, Saturday Night Live, Ghostbusters, SCTV, Spinal Tap, In Living Color, Ren & Stimpy, The Simpsons—even Sesame Street counts a few Lampooners among its ranks. This is the story of a band of young talents who “irrevocably rewrote the landscape of American humor” (Publishers Weekly).“A vivid picture of a tight-knit family of twentysomething humorists at the dawn of their careers.” —Newsweek"The other night I started laughing so hard I had to leave the room . . . And then I realized that I hadn’t laughed so hard in 35 years, since I was a teenager, reading National Lampoon.” —The Wall Street Journal“If you grew up with the Lampoon, this book is a trip down memory lane like no other; if not, it will demonstrate that the much maligned 70s could produce humor that has never been surpassed.” —Vanity Fair Read more

Private detecting can, even if you don’t have any clients, be exhausting. Consequently, Martin thought it was high time for a relaxing break.Having spent holidays in Italy with its delicious food, amazing scenery and selection of wines, he wanted to return.He arranges a three-week luxury vacation. It was going to be an opportunity to recharge batteries and get some well-deserved relaxation.Susan was surprised he had booked a holiday without telling her. She also had a surprise for him: a new case. Not just any case. A big insurance company had asked for their help. Imagine that, Hayden Investigations being commissioned to solve a case. Susan was full of it, stating that their reputation was going global. He thought she was exaggerating just a tad yet did nothing to curb her enthusiasm.After all she assured him that it was a very easy simple case. One which would take just a couple of days to sort out; in plenty of time for a holiday to begin.All they had to do was track down a man. And if that wasn’t simple enough, the man was dead. He couldn’t exactly run off, could he?The Reluctant Detective Wants a Break is the fifth Martin Hayden Mystery.The Martin Hayden Mysteries can be read as stand-alone novels but might be enjoyed more in order.What readers have said about previous Martin Hayden Mysteries.‘Love the characters and plot twist I didn't see coming, and again laced with humour.’‘Just sat here reading the last 50 pages, slightly guilty on a Sunday afternoon whilst the husband is painting the walls behind me... read this, I urge you! So clever and the characters are ones I hope to read much more of’‘This a quirky detective story in the old tradition of crime fiction. It involves a young man who starts out with the Detective Agency as a cover for not doing much at all. He gradually pulls other individuals into his endeavours. I loved it. No violence, no guns, just pure detective reasoning.’‘Totally different type of detective story being mostly implausible but nonetheless a fun read, hopefully there’s more in the offing’‘My 1st and not going to be my last of the Martin Hayden mysteries. Loved the humour and managed to follow the plot which I normally find difficult. This attests to Adrian 's skill as a writer in this genre which is not my usual style. Thanks for an enjoyable read.’‘I would definitely not be reluctant to read further stories in this series. Keeps you interested all the time, keep Colin going.’‘A truly engaging and humourous read with a subtle underlying social commentary that doesn't spill over from the story at all - that is left to your own conscience....’‘I enjoyed this very much. Lighthearted and fun yet believable characters and a well written plot. It’s funny, a love story and a solid bit of detecting. Definitely want more from this up and coming writer.’ Read more

Stella loves her life in London, far from the foul-mouthed, flame-haired grandmother who raised her. Then Stella gets the dreaded call in the middle of the night; Gina has taken a tumble. Soon Stella finds herself trapped with Gina in the crazy coastal town of Mapton-on-Sea. Can Stella and Gina ever truly reconcile? As the June temperature soars, they, and the residents of Mapton, are in for an hilariously explosive summer. For a sprinkle of romance, mobility scooter gangs, and misbehaving dogs, you’re invited to Mapton-on-Sea. Read more

The plan was for a pleasant weekend away. Martin attending the wedding of a friend. A few drinks, stimulating conversation, good food, plus two nights in a four-star country hotel. The slight problem was Martin needed to take a female guest. Susan seemed the obvious candidate, why not?To be fair it wasn’t her fault, she told Martin, it was the lost dog, which she made it her mission to reunite with its owner. The trouble was in doing so they discovered a burnt-out house; the conflagration allegedly having been started by a church. Martin, who never had much interest in matters spiritual, intended to continue with his relaxing weekend. That changed when Susan decided there had been a blatant injustice that needed to be rectified.As for the friend’s wedding that Martin hoped would be some sort of refuge from Susan’s crusade, it was nothing of the sort. An unexpected hotel guest only added to Martin’s woes.The Reluctant Detective Goes North is the fourth Martin Hayden Mystery.The Martin Hayden Mysteries can be read as stand-alone novels but might be enjoyed more in order.What readers have said about previous Martin Hayden Mysteries.‘Love the characters and plot twist I didn't see coming, and again laced with humour.’‘Just sat here reading the last 50 pages, slightly guilty on a Sunday afternoon whilst the husband is painting the walls behind me... read this, I urge you! So clever and the characters are ones I hope to read much more of’‘This a quirky detective story in the old tradition of crime fiction. It involves a young man who starts out with the Detective Agency as a cover for not doing much at all. He gradually pulls other individuals into his endeavours. I loved it. No violence, no guns, just pure detective reasoning.’‘Totally different type of detective story being mostly implausible but nonetheless a fun read, hopefully there’s more in the offing’‘My 1st and not going to be my last of the Martin Hayden mysteries. Loved the humour and managed to follow the plot which I normally find difficult. This attests to Adrian 's skill as a writer in this genre which is not my usual style. Thanks for an enjoyable read.’‘I would definitely not be reluctant to read further stories in this series. Keeps you interested all the time, keep Colin going.’‘A truly engaging and humourous read with a subtle underlying social commentary that doesn't spill over from the story at all - that is left to your own conscience....’‘I enjoyed this very much. Lighthearted and fun yet believable characters and a well written plot. It’s funny, a love story and a solid bit of detecting. Definitely want more from this up and coming writer.’ Read more

Charlie Stroker's Mini Centre lies in the backstreets of a small Black Country town just a few miles from the gates of the factory that built them. But now, the best years of the business are behind him, and his dreams of making a fortune from his lifelong passion are slowly ebbing away.After a chance encounter of the deep-fried variety, Charlie learns of a long-forgotten stash of valuable Mini spares languishing on a remote Mediterranean island. Ever the opportunist, he immediately recognises his chance to turn everything around and embarks on a quest to bring them home. For Britain! For glory! But most of all for the money!Will this barmy enterprise be Charlie's making? Or will his first-ever foreign holiday be the straw that breaks the camel's back? Either way, it's sure to be a bawdy comic caper because only a chancer called Stroker would attempt The Sardinian Job! Read more