Canal Pushers, the first in Andy Griffee's Jumping Jack Flash Thrillers, was published in paperback on June 4th by Orphans Publishing.
Jack Johnson, ex-journalist, newly divorced and feeling
unmoored, has bought a 64-foot narrowboat with absolutely no idea how to
captain it. So when an attractive stranger takes pity on his dismal attempts
and comes aboard to assist him manoeuvre, Jack is only too happy to make her
welcome. But it's soon apparent that Nina is keeping her own secrets and when
they stumble into a murder investigation the past begins to intrude. What's
Nina afraid of? And who is stalking the towpaths?
My Thoughts
This is a great introduction to a new crime thriller series and sets up the main characters beautifully. I really enjoyed the story as it unfolded and there are several threads within the narrative which leave you guessing. Nina is a mystery to be solved in herself. The central character of Jack is a sympathetic protagonist who you are happy to follow through the story.
As the canal boat wends its way through the maze of canals near Birmingham. the story unfolds at a steady pace and its setting off the beaten track gives the characters a vulnerability. The contrast between the comfortable, slow moving life of the river is such a contrast to the crimes which are being investigated. There is plenty of scope in this series and I look forward to seeing how Jack and Nina meet up next.
In short: crime stalks the canals.
About the Author
Andy Griffee is a former BBC journalist and media consultant
with a fascination for stories. He began his journalism career at the Bath
Evening Chronicle, and then spent twenty-five years at the BBC, culminating in
his role as Editorial Director of the redevelopment of Broadcasting House. Andy
lives in Worcestershire and, when he isnāt writing, rears rare breed pigs,
struggles to keep a 1964 Triumph Spitfire on the road and enjoys hiring
narrowboats with his wife.
Thanks to Andy Griffee, Orphans Publishing and Anne Cater of Random Things Tours for a copy of the book and a place on the tour.
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Thanks so much for the blog tour support Pam xx
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