Low Action: The Vinyl Detective

Product DescriptionThe Vinyl Detective goes punk in his fifth hilarious adventure. Like an old 45rpm record, this book crackles with brilliance. David Quantick on Written in Dead Wax.Semi-retired god of rock guitar and local poseur Erik Make Loud has got himself a new girlfriend. Helene Hilditch - formerly known as Howlin Hellbitch - of all-girl punk outfit Blue Tits is a mean guitarist, someone is trying to kill her.With a rare pressing of their first album to find, the Vinyl Detecive and Nevada are soon called into to help but this time the question is who isnt a suspect. With a trail of grudges behind her, the list of people who could want Helene dead includes her ex-bandmates, their former producer turned record label mogul, the TV presenter that Helene got fired - even their old roadie could be in on it. The only person who isnt a suspect is Delia Lispector, the Blue Tits bass player who has already been murdered...ReviewHilarious and thrilling. - Ben Aaronovitch, author of theRivers of London series.Cartmel is getting a great tune out of the characters... Will have you chuckling out loud. - SFBook ReviewCharacter is what Cartmel does well... An entertaining detective story with a slightly different vibe. - The Dreamcage ReviewPRAISE FOR THE AUTHORAn enthralling mystery with a wonderful gallery of grotesques. Ben AaronovitchOne of the most innovative concepts in crime fiction for many years. Once you are hooked into the world of the Vinyl Detective it is very difficult to leave. Nev FountainLike an old 45rpm record, this book crackles with brilliance. David QuantickThe Vinyl Detective is proving to be a very amenable companion to have on a treasure hunt. This is one vinyl nerd you wont mind spending time with. KirkusGreat premise, great fun. Keep em coming. BooklistAbout the AuthorAndrew Cartmel is a novelist and screenwriter. His work for television includesMidsomer Murders andTorchwood, and a legendary stint as Script Editor onDoctor Who. He has also written plays for the London Fringe, toured as a stand-up comedian, and is currently co-writing with Ben Aaronovitch a series of comics based on the bestselling Rivers of London books. He lives in London.