Category: Humour

• The Hanging Tree

  The Hanging Tree returns Peter Grant to London, blending police work with supernatural chaos. As he investigates a drug-related death linked to a magical family, his relationship with river goddess Beverley deepens, keeping it all hilariously relatable.

• The Catch

  Mick Herron’s Slough House series is a mix of sharp espionage, dark humour, and flawed characters. The Catch continues this vibe, captivating with wit and relatable awkwardness, despite minor shortcomings.

• Foxglove Summer

  In Foxglove Summer, Peter Grant swaps London for rural Herefordshire to investigate two missing girls, bringing fresh vibes and a dose of humour. The supernatural gets a gritty twist, making for a quirky, enjoyable change that keeps the series intriguing.

• The Drop

  Mick Herron’s Slough House series is a treat! The Drop’s a compact, engaging tale filled with dark humour, flawed characters, and unexpected twists that’ll keep you guessing and wanting more.

• Broken Homes

  In Broken Homes, Peter Grant dives into London’s magical underbelly while juggling police work and bizarre supernatural happenings. The mix of gritty realism, sharp humour, and an impressive narrative keeps the series fresh and engaging.

• The List

  Mick Herron’s novella, The List, enriches the Slough House series by exploring complex dynamics in intelligence work, blending dark humour with espionage in a compact, engaging narrative.

• The Amazing Maurice and his Educated Rodents

  The Amazing Maurice and his Educated Rodents is a delightful Discworld story aimed at children but rich with themes, humour, and insightful commentary for adult readers.

• Moon Over Soho

  Moon Over Soho dives back into Peter Grant’s world where magic meets police work in London’s jazz scene. It’s dark, personal, and full of quirky humour, making it a must-read.

• Rivers of London

  Ben Aaronovitch’s “Rivers of London” blends urban fantasy with police procedural elements, featuring Peter Grant, a constable who learns magic while solving supernatural murder cases in a richly detailed London.

• Platform Decay

  In “Platform Decay,” readers reunite with Murderbot in a focused adventure, showcasing its sarcastic nature and evolving relationships with humans amidst a deteriorating station. The novella format brings comfort and humour, enhancing the gripping narrative.