John Tallon Jones

Introducing: Candy's Room (The Penny Detective Series) The Penny Detective Series has been designed to be read in any orderMorris Shannon is hired to solve a ten-year-old murder and discovers the clues hidden in an obscure Bruce Springsteen song. Who could cause such terror that one witness hides herself away in a mental hospital, and another fakes her own death? The answer lies in Candy's Room but will Morris and Shoddy ever get sober enough to work it all out? Can Morris and Shoddy solve the mystery? All will be revealed in this new Penny Detective story, but as usual, not until the final page. Warning: This book will not be a life-changing experience Fans of intellectual literature should look away now, or try something more classical. All Penny Detective books contain no messages, big words, or complicated plots, but they will, hopefully, while away a couple of hours and entertain. If you are still not convinced; the terrific thing about Amazon is that you can read the first couple of chapters for free. Believe me; these books don't get any better or worse after that.John Tallon Jones (author)John Tallon Jones is to literary intellectuals what John Milton (Paradise Lost) and Leo Tolstoy were, to having a 'good laugh.' This is disposable fiction at the sharp end, nothing more.What are people saying about the Penny Detective?Liverpool Echo'Take Hercule Poirot, Philip Marlowe, and Inspector Clouseau rolled into one, and you have the Penny Detective. This is a highly imaginative five-star read.'Post Online 'The author has made the main character, Morris Shannon, vulnerable and sarcastic and I can relate to this, as will most readers. The creation of an alcoholic, but brilliant, sidekick is inspirational, and this alone makes it different to anything else you will ever read.' Goodreads If you don't know the Penny Detective series, grab a book now, you might be missing a killer Chester Mail Classic noir with a twist and some good old-fashioned British humour. The Penny Detective seems to get better and better.

Introducing: The Trouble With Nigel (The Penny Detective Series) The Penny Detective Series has been designed to be read in any orderMorris Shannon investigates what seems to be a straightforward murder, but the clues lead him to a prisoner of war camp in 1940s Germany, and a mysterious village in Wales. It's a race against time to crack the secret that the dead man's past reveals, as Morris and Shoddy follow a trail of drugs, greed and counterfeit money to reveal the identity of a sadistic killer. Can Morris and Shoddy solve the mystery? All will be revealed in this new Penny Detective story, but as usual, not until the final page. Warning: This book will not be a life-changing experience Fans of intellectual literature should look away now, or try something more classical. All Penny Detective Books contain no messages, big words, or complicated plots, but they will, hopefully, while away a couple of hours and entertain. If you are still not convinced; the terrific thing about Amazon is that you can read the first couple of chapters for free. Believe me; these books don't get any better or worse after that.John Tallon Jones (author)John Tallon Jones is to literary intellectuals what John Milton (Paradise Lost) and Leo Tolstoy were, to having a 'good laugh.' This is disposable fiction at the sharp end, nothing more.What are people saying about the Penny Detective?Liverpool Echo'Take Hercule Poirot, Philip Marlowe, and Inspector Clouseau rolled into one, and you have the Penny Detective. This is a highly imaginative five-star read.'Post Online 'The author has made the main character, Morris Shannon, vulnerable and sarcastic and I can relate to this, as will most readers. The creation of an alcoholic, but brilliant, sidekick is inspirational, and this alone makes it different to anything else you will ever read.' Goodreads If you don't know the Penny Detective series, grab a book now, you might be missing a killer Chester Mail Classic noir with a twist and some good old-fashioned British humour. The Penny Detective seems to get better and better.

Introducing: Murder at the Voodoo Lounge (The Penny Detective Series)The Penny Detective Series has been designed to be read in any orderFrom hiding behind bushes trying to catch a vegetable thief, Morris Shannon gets three cases at once, and his detecting skills are tested to the limit. With the help of his alcoholic partner, Shoddy, he has two murders and a robbery to solve to earn his wages.Can Morris and Shoddy solve the mysteries? Will Morris be able to resist the seductive powers of one of his recently widowed clients? All will be revealed in this new Penny Detective mystery, but as usual, not until the final page.Warning: This book will not be a life-changing experienceFans of intellectual literature should look away now, or try something more classical. All Penny Detective books contain no messages, big words, or complicated plots, but they will, hopefully, while away a couple of hours and entertain. If you are still not convinced; the terrific thing about Amazon is that you can read the first couple of chapters for free. Believe me; these books don't get any better or worse after that.John Tallon Jones (author)John Tallon Jones is to literary intellectuals what John Milton (Paradise Lost) and Leo Tolstoy were, to having a 'good laugh.' This is disposable fiction at the sharp end, nothing more.What are people saying about the Penny Detective?Liverpool Echo'Take Hercule Poirot, Philip Marlowe, and Inspector Clouseau rolled into one, and you have the Penny Detective. This is a highly imaginative five-star read.'Post Online'The author has made the main character, Morris Shannon, vulnerable and sarcastic and I can relate to this, as will most readers. The creation of an alcoholic, but brilliant, sidekick is inspirational, and this alone makes it different to anything else you will ever read.'GoodreadsIf you don't know the Penny Detective series, grab a book now, you might be missing a killer Chester MailClassic noir with a twist and some good old-fashioned British humour. The Penny Detective seems to get better and better.

Introducing: Inspector Visco 3Cheer An Italian murder ClassicSet in the South of Italy in the 1980s, Inspector Visco is an honest Italian cop swimming against a tide of corruption and criminality.You are either a fan of Inspector Visco, or you haven't read any of the books yet. Every novel is an addictive mix that is set in the beautiful but dangerous South of Italy. Visco is not like your average police detective but is as much of an enigma as the south itself. Colourful, tough, dry-witted and occasionally crooked, but at the end of the day, a hen-pecked Italian husband and fashion guru.Three deaths in a couple of days set alarm bells going about a possible serial killer. The murders lead Visco and his team into a world of Italian cheerleaders and prostitutes. Under pressure from his boss, it is a race against the clock to see if he can connect the clues and find the killer. As always with Visco, nothing is as it seems, and the twist at the end is brutal.Cheer is part of the Inspector Visco series.What people are sayingChester MailDeliciously Italian and a real page turner set in the sun.Crime Readers GazettePolice procedural at its very best. I dare you to guess the murderer.GoodreadsAny of the stories by English author John Tallon Jones are a pleasure to read, and the Visco series give you a fly-on-the-wall insight, on life in the South of Italy and the shadow of the mafia.

Introducing: Dark Harvest by John Tallon JonesThe Andy Marsh DiariesAndy Marsh is called in, to investigate the mysterious disappearance of a young migrant girl. His search leads to a horrific discovery and a race against time to destroy a gang of people traffickers. Edge of the seat moments combine with some dry British Humour to make this a real page-turner, as Andy Marsh breaks all of the rules just to stay alive. What people are saying about the Andy Marsh DiariesChester PostJohn Tallon Jones is back to his best with this fast paced and clever storyGoodreadsRecommended five star reading from a master of suspense and mystery writing.Post OnlineThis is the third in the series, and the action is laced with a horrific story line that is both believable and indicative of what our society has become. The author has created a series, which is a parody of terror and politically correct response levels. Worth reading, if only for the hidden innuendos.

Introducing: A Death in the Family (Penny Detective Series) The Penny Detective Series has been designed to be read in any order When Morris Shannon hits a new financial low; he is willing to try anything to survive. A chance meeting in a wedding reception starts a journey that ends in murder and a tangled web of lies. Emotions are running deep in the tiny village of Upper Thrumpton, and everyone has an opinion on who the murderer is and who will be the next victim. When you enter the shady world of the Penny Detective, you are never quite sure what is going to happen, as Liverpool's favorite private investigator tries to cut through the deception to reveal the truth. Will he manage it? The odds, as always, are stacked against him, in this nostalgic noir trip back in time to the 1980s. A Death in the Family will keep you in suspense until the last page and provide some subtle twists along the way. Warning: This book will not be a life changing experience Fans of intellectual literature should look away now, or try something more classical. All Penny Detective books contain no messages, big words, or complicated plots, but they will, hopefully, while away a couple of hours and entertain. If you are still not convinced; the terrific thing about Amazon is that you can read the first couple of chapters for free. Believe me; these books don't get any better or worse after that.John Tallon Jones (author)John Tallon Jones is to literary intellectuals what John Milton (Paradise Lost) and Leo Tolstoy were, to having a 'good laugh.' This is disposable fiction at the sharp end, nothing more.What are people saying about the Penny Detective?Liverpool Echo'Take Hercule Poirot, Philip Marlowe, and Inspector Clouseau rolled into one, and you have the Penny Detective. This is a highly imaginative five-star read.'Post Online 'The author has made the main character, Morris Shannon, vulnerable and sarcastic and I can relate to this, as will most readers. The creation of an alcoholic, but brilliant, sidekick is inspirational, and this alone makes it different to anything else you will ever read.' Goodreads If you don't know the Penny Detective series, grab a book now, you might be missing a killer Chester Mail Classic noir with a twist and some good old-fashioned British humour. The Penny Detective seems to get better and better.

Introducing: Inspector Visco 2The Sicilian Assassin Set in the South of Italy in the 1980s, Inspector Visco is an honest Italian cop swimming against a tide of corruption and criminality. In this case, Visco does a favor for a Sicilian Colleague and becomes involved in a trail of sleaze and murder. His investigation leads him to Sicily, where nothing is as it seems. When the clues to murder don't make any sense, there is only one conclusion, but it's a conclusion that is just too strange to believe. Visco is a master detective that is once again on a case that will keep the reader guessing until the final page. What people are sayingChester Mail 'Deliciously Italian and a real page-turner set in the sun.' Crime Readers Gazette'Police procedural at its very best. I dare you to guess the murderer.' Online Review'The atmosphere of Southern Italy is alive on every page. Nothing seems to happen, but plenty is going on behind the shuttered windows, including murder, lust, love, and deception.'Goodreads'Any of the stories by English author John Tallon Jones are a pleasure to read, and the Visco series give you a fly-on-the-wall insight, on life in the South of Italy and the shadow of the mafia.'

Introducing: Dangerous People by John Tallon JonesThe Andy Marsh DiariesAndy Marsh flies into London and is once again on the trail of a terrorist gang. With his usual contempt for authority and rules, Marsh soon becomes embroiled with a team of dangerous fanatics and attempts to cut through a web of lies and deception to find the truth. Set in the vibrant city of London, the plot is gradually untangled to reveal a rather unlikely villain and a clever twist. This is a seriously imaginative novel that will keep you guessing until the last page.

Introducing: A Lesson in Terror by John Tallon Jones The Andy Marsh DiariesLondon is under attack by a different type of terrorist threat. The city is facing an enemy that it has never encountered before, and one man has been given the job of stopping the killing and destruction.It becomes a breathtaking race against time, as the horrifying truth is slowly revealed about how and why this deadly vendetta against the West has managed to keep one-step ahead.This is a dangerously inventive novel with a subtle twist in the tale.

Introducing: The Mentalist (Penny Detective 15) Private Detective Morris Shannon takes on a case for an old classmate who suspects his wife is having an affair. When Morris begins digging, he finds evidence that goes far beyond unfaithfulness, and reveals a deadly secret from the past. When you enter the shady world of the Penny Detective, you are never quite sure what is going to happen next, as Liverpool's favourite private investigator tries to cut through the deception to reveal the truth. Will he manage it? The odds, as always, are stacked against him, in this nostalgic noir trip back in time to the 1980s. The Penny Detective 15 will keep you in suspense until the last page and provide some subtle twists along the way. Warning: This book will not be a life changing experience Fans of intellectual literature should look away now, or try something more classical. All Penny Detective books contain no messages, big words, or complicated plots, but they will, hopefully, while away a couple of hours and entertain. If you are still not convinced; the terrific thing about Amazon is that you can read the first couple of chapters for free. Believe me; these books don't get any better or worse after that.John Tallon Jones (author)John Tallon Jones is to literary intellectuals what John Milton (Paradise Lost) and Leo Tolstoy were, to having a 'good laugh.' This is disposable fiction at the sharp end, nothing more.What are people saying about the Penny Detective?Liverpool Echo'Take Hercule Poirot, Philip Marlowe, and Inspector Clouseau rolled into one, and you have the Penny Detective. This is a highly imaginative five-star read.'Post Online 'The author has made the main character, Morris Shannon, vulnerable and sarcastic and I can relate to this, as will most readers. The creation of an alcoholic but brilliant sidekick is inspirational, and this alone makes it different to anything else you will ever read.' Goodreads If you don't know the Penny Detective series, grab a book now, you might be missing a killer Chester Mail Classic noir with a twist and some good old-fashioned British humour. The Penny Detective seems to get better and better.

Introducing: Inspector Visco 1 The Lady from Rome A murder ClassicSet in the South of Italy in the 1980s, Inspector Visco is an honest Italian cop swimming against a tide of corruption and criminality. In this case, a simple murder throws up many suspects for Visco to sift through but only one has motive and enough hate to carry out this brutal stabbing. As always with a John Tallon Jones story, you are kept guessing until the very end and are introduced to a host of believable characters in a beautiful but sleazy world of cops, villains and victims. The Lady from Rome is part of the Inspector Visco series. What people are saying 'Deliciously Italian and a real page turner set in the sun' Chester Mail 'Police procedural at its very best. I dare you to guess the murderer' Crime Readers Gazette

Introducing: Murder at Woodley Grange (Penny Detective 13)In the Penny Detective 13, there is a murder at one of England's oldest stately homes, and Morris is caught in the middle. This is a classic whodunit with a few twists, and surprises. Morris is without the help of his friend and faithful sidekick, Shoddy, so must solve the clues on his own. Is he up to the task? Like all Penny Detective novels, it is not a foregone conclusion that he will solve the case. Maybe you will have to do it for him; the clues are all there.Murder at Woodley Grange is an explosive cocktail that will keep you guessing until the final page.Warning: This book will not be a life changing experienceFans of intellectual literature should look away now, or try something more classical. All Penny Detective books contain no messages, big words, or complicated plots, but they will, hopefully, while away a couple of hours and entertain. If you are still not convinced; the terrific thing about Amazon is that you can read the first couple of chapters for free. Believe me; these books don't get any better or worse after that.John Tallon Jones is to literary intellectuals what John Milton (Paradise Lost) and Leo Tolstoy were, to having a 'good laugh.' This is disposable fiction at the sharp end, nothing more. What are people saying about the Penny Detective?Liverpool Echo'Take Hercule Poirot, Philip Marlowe, and Inspector Clouseau rolled into one, and you have the Penny Detective. This is a highly imaginative five-star read.'Post Online'The author has made the main character, Morris Shannon, vulnerable and sarcastic and I can relate to this, as will most readers. The creation of an alcoholic but brilliant sidekick is inspirational, and this alone makes it different to anything else you will read.'

Introducing the Penny Detective 12Morris Shannon and his partner Shoddy get involved in some brutal knife murders in this, the 12th Penny Detective Mystery in the series. The action comes thick and fast on the streets of Liverpool in the 1980s. This is a must read for lovers of noir and British detective mysteries.Morris is once again trying to sort of the lies and deceit from the truth in a classic British Detective novel that is tense, dark, often funny but never dull.An explosive cocktail that will keep you guessing until the final page.Warning: This book will not be a life changing experience Fans of intellectual literature should look away now, or try something more classical. All Penny Detective books contain no messages, big words, or complicated plots, but they will, hopefully, while away a couple of hours and entertain. If you are still not convinced; the terrific thing about Amazon is that you can read the first couple of chapters for free. Believe me; these books don't get any better or worse after that.John Tallon Jones is to literary intellectuals what John Milton (Paradise Lost) and Leo Tolstoy were, to having a 'good laugh.' This is disposable fiction at the sharp end, nothing more.What are people saying about the Penny Detective?Liverpool Echo'Take Hercule Poirot, Philip Marlowe, and Inspector Clouseau rolled into one, and you have the Penny Detective. This is a highly imaginative five-star read.'Post Online 'The author has made the main character, Morris Shannon, vulnerable and sarcastic and I can relate to this, as will most readers. The creation of an alcoholic but brilliant sidekick is inspirational, and this alone makes it different to anything else you will read.'

The Elephant RoomIntroducing the Penny Detective 11 Bumbling private detective Morris Shannon meets an old journalist friend who convinces him to help out, as he tries to uncover an assassination plot. Morris is not your typical private investigator, and neither is his alcoholic partner, Shoddy. It is soon clear that the two friends are in above their heads and have taken on something more powerful than they can handle. As always the story is a real noir page-turner and this British 1980s retro adventure, keeps you guessing until the last page. The Penny Detective Series attempts to deliver an intense storyline and provide a few laughs along the way, as you step into the seedy world of the fictional town of Croxley.If you like British Detectives, you will warm to Morris and Shoddy.Warning: This book will not be a life changing experienceFans of intellectual literature should look away now, or try something more classical. All Penny Detective books contain no messages, big words, or complicated plots, but they will, hopefully, while away a couple of hours and entertain. If you are still not convinced; the terrific thing about Amazon is that you can read the first couple of chapters for free. Believe me; these books don't get any better or worse after that.John Tallon Jones is to literary intellectuals what John Milton (Paradise Lost) and Leo Tolstoy were, to having a 'good laugh.' This is disposable fiction at the sharp end, nothing more.What are people saying about the Penny Detective'Take Hercule Poirot, Philip Marlowe, and Inspector Clouseau rolled into one, and you have the Penny Detective. This is a highly imaginative five-star read: ' Liverpool Echo

Introducing the Penny detective 10: The Black Rose MurdersMix together a murder, a bumbling detective, a beautiful woman and a mysterious villain. Add a touch of 'noir' and some fine old British humour, and you have the Penny Detective 10. The Black Rose Murders is a book to keep you turning pages, and has a kick like a mule at the end.WARNING: This Book will not be a life changing experienceFans of intellectual literature should look away now, or try something more classical. All Penny Detective books contain no messages, big words or complicated plots, but they will, hopefully, while away a couple of hours and entertain. If you are still not convinced; the terrific thing about Amazon is that you can read the first couple of chapters for free. Believe me; these books don't get any better or worse after that.John Tallon Jones is to literary intellectuals what John Milton (Paradise Lost) and Leo Tolstoy were, to having a 'good laugh.' This is disposable fiction at the sharp end, nothing more.What are people saying?Another great read from Chester's own mystery writer; this time, Shannon could well be in over his head. The action comes at you like machine gun bullets. Compulsive reading: Chester Mail (free paper)'Take Hercule Poirot, Philip Marlowe, and Inspector Clouseau rolled into one, and you have the Penny Detective. This is a highly imaginative five-star read: ' Liverpool Echo

Introducing the Penny Detective NinePrivate detective Morris Shannon is hired to find a missing girl and is plunged into a brutal murder investigation in this classic British 'noir' whodunit. Morris is not your typical detective, and neither is his alcoholic partner, Shoddy. The two of them chase the truth through a sea of lies in this 1980s, retro adventure that will keep you guessing until the last page.The Penny Detective delivers an enticing story and provides a few laughs along the way, as you step into the seedy world of our two heroes.Will Morris solve the mystery? As in all of the Penny Detective books, it is never a foregone conclusion so try to guess yourself.If you like British Detectives Stories, you will love Morris ShannonWhat people are saying'A fantastic read from start to finish. If I had a problem, I would definitely not hire Morris and Shoddy to sort it out: ' Kindle Detective Stories 'An absorbing insight into the seedier side of detecting; Morris has a black sense of humour, and the storyline is engrossing and very edgy': Post online 'Chester's own author comes up five-stars again in this gripping yarn, with comedy as black as a darkened room. Recommended reading for anyone that loves a good old fashioned whodunit: ' The Chester Standard (free paper)'This is a fabulous book that builds tension and sets an atmosphere that at times is frightening but never dull. Original with a twist: ' Goodreads'Probably one of my top ten reads so far this year' Timeless paperback moments'Another classic whodunit from the pen of prolific author John Tallon Jones: ' Eastern Press Reviews.'A colourful cast of characters and locations reminiscent of Guy Ritchie films. The dialogue and characters seem very authentic.' Online Review'Take Hercule Poirot, Philip Marlowe, and Inspector Clouseau, rolled into one, and you have the Penny Detective. This is a highly imaginative five-star read: ' Liverpool Echo'Well developed plot and characters. You can't help but fall in love with Morris or feel sorry for his long-suffering sidekick: ' The Irish Gazette (free journal)

The Penny Detective Books Three & FourBook 1 An Evening with Max ClimaxBumbling Merseyside private investigator Morris Shannon is on the trail of a murderer in the third book of the series. Set in the crumbling streets of Liverpool in the 1980s, Morris is once again trying to separate the lies from the truth, and unravel a curious mystery with the help of his seldom sober sidekick Shoddy.Book 2 The Shoestring EffectMorris Shannon and his sidekick Shoddy are once again on the trail of a killer in the fourth book of the series. This is a tale of suspense and murder that takes place in Liverpool in the 1980s. The two friends are trying their best to cut through a web of lies and intrigue to get to the truth while having a laugh along the way. BOOK REVIEWER: There is a new detective on the Block "Belgium has Hercule Poirot, Oxford has Inspector Morse, and now Liverpool has Morris Shannon.........."

Introducing the Penny Detective Eight: The Hangman MysteryMorris Shannon and his long-suffering sidekick Shoddy are on the trail of a brutal killer in this eighth book in the Penny Detective series. This is a story of murder and suspense that is set against the backdrop of Liverpool in the 1980s.Morris is working for a journalist who wants to track down a killer. He is trying his best to cut through a web of intrigue and lies to get to the truth in this classic British Detective page-turner that is often funny, sometimes very tense but never dull. The Hangman Mystery will keep you guessing until the last pageWARNING: This Book will not be a life changing experienceFans of intellectual literature should look away now, or try something more classical. All Penny Detective books contain no messages, big words or complicated plots, but they will, hopefully, while away a couple of hours and entertain. If you are still not convinced; the terrific thing about Amazon is that you can read the first couple of chapters for free. Believe me; these books don't get any better or worse after that.John Tallon Jones is to literary intellectuals what John Milton (Paradise Lost) and Leo Tolstoy were, to having a 'good laugh.' This is disposable fiction at the sharp end, nothing more.What people are saying'Pure Genius: This is the perfect thriller with a lovable pair of detectives.' Kindle Detective Stories'This book played my emotions like a musical instrument; brilliantly written, complex, absorbing and edgy.' Post online'The first part of the book is so fast-moving and tense; I couldn't put it down. This author certainly knows a thing or two about building tension.' Chester Standard'This is a fabulous book. Short, sharp chapters build up the tension and as usual, we have some great action, drama, and humor.' Goodreads'Best book I have read this year. Full of tension and suspense and not for those of a nervous disposition.' The Scarborough News'I adored this book, especially the plot. So original, if a bit scary ' Eastern Press Reviews'The language is tough and the action, fast and furious. I love Morris and Shoddy; they are such believable characters that are flawed and very human. This is a terrific Five-Star Read' Crime Fiction'A colorful cast of characters and locations reminiscent of Guy Ritchie films. The dialogue and characters seem very authentic.' Online Review 'Take Hercule Poirot, Philip Marlowe, and Inspector Clouseau, rolled into one, and you have the Penny Detective. This is a highly imaginative five-star read. Post Online