Well, what can I say? I bought this book a couple of months ago, for when I went on holiday. Being an immense fan of Lee, I found it incredibly hard to resist taking a look at it until then! But it was lucky that I did, because from the second I started reading I was unable to put it down. But this book is more than just an excellent way to pass an 8-hour plane journey.
Oh yes.
It’s a collection of stories, all concerning the grim underbelly of our world, and the people who inhabit it. Eventually, all their tales beautifully interwind into one. This book takes in the freemasons, burned-out 60’s rock stars, women who can’t keep a living boyfriend, and a motely crew of other no-hopers.
I don’t want to give away the plot, but I will say this: It’s an amazing book, and you’d have to be bl***y stupid to pass it up. Bl***y, bl***y stupid indeed.
Stewart’s Comments:
“I am delighted Iain enjoyed the book so much, but there is no excuse for bad language.”
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