{"title":"Christopher Brookmyre","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the thrilling world of \u003cstrong\u003eChristopher Brookmyre\u003c\/strong\u003e, a celebrated author renowned for his sharp and witty crime and thriller novels. Brookmyre expertly weaves intricate plots with a distinctive blend of humour and suspense, making his works a delight for fans of the genre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his acclaimed titles is \u003cem\u003eAll Fun and Games Until Somebody Loses an Eye\u003c\/em\u003e, a novel that masterfully combines explosive action with Brookmyre’s signature dark wit. This story takes you on a rollercoaster ride with unexpected twists, ensuring you remain on the edge of your seat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnother must-read is \u003cem\u003eQuite Ugly One Morning\u003c\/em\u003e, which introduces readers to Jack Parlabane, an investigative journalist who always seems to find trouble. This novel is a brilliant mix of gritty crime and satirical commentary, showcasing Brookmyre’s exceptional storytelling prowess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a long-time crime aficionado or new to the genre, Christopher Brookmyre’s novels are sure to captivate and entertain. Delve into his collection and discover why he remains a beloved figure in the world of crime fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"all-fun-and-games-until-somebody-loses-an-eye-by-christopher-brookmyre-9780349117454","title":"All Fun And Games Until Somebody Loses An Eye","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a teenager, Jane Bell had dreamt of playing in the casinos of Monte Carlo in the company of James Bond, but in her punk phase, she got herself pregnant. By the time she reaches forty-six, she's a grandmother, her dreams as dry as the dust her Dyson sucks up from her hall carpet every day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThen her son Ross, a researcher working for an arms manufacturer in Switzerland, is forced to disappear before some characters, cut from the same cloth as Blofeld, persuade him to part with the secrets of his research. But they are not the only ones desperate to locate him. A team of security experts is hired by Ross's firm. Headed by the enigmatic Bett, his staff have little in common apart from total professionalism and a thorough disregard for the law.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBett believes the key to Ross's whereabouts is his mother, and in one respect he is right. However, even he is taken aback by the verve underlying her determination to secure her son's safety as she learns the black arts of quiet subterfuge and violent attack. The teenage dreams of fast cars, high-tech firepower, and extreme action had always promised to be fun and games, but in real life, it's likely someone is going to lose an eye...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVisit the author's website at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.brookmyre.co.uk\"\u003ewww.brookmyre.co.uk\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46799758491884,"sku":"9780349117454","price":31.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/52d01d02343620f9231b2339b1eff111.jpg?v=1757270654"},{"product_id":"quite-ugly-one-morning-by-christopher-brookmyre-9780349108858","title":"Quite Ugly One Morning","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYeah, yeah, the usual. A crime. A corpse. A killer. Heard it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExcept this stiff happens to be a Ponsonby, scion of a venerable Edinburgh medical clan, and the manner of his death speaks of unspeakable things. Why is the body displayed like a slice of beef? How come his hands are digitally challenged? And if it's not the corpse, what is that awful smell?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA post-Thatcherite nightmare of frightening plausibility, \u003cem\u003eQuite Ugly One Morning\u003c\/em\u003e is a wickedly entertaining and vivacious thriller, full of acerbic wit, cracking dialogue and villains both reputed and shell-suited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'Very violent, very funny. 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