Released: 28/10/2017
ISBN: 9781788036221
eISBN: 9781788031097
Format: Paperback/eBook
Martin, a hapless journalist on a weekly financial magazine, sees his life take a nosedive with the arrival of Tom de Lacy, a well-heeled reporter who grabs the limelight, not to mention the well-paid industrial correspondent’s job that he has his eye on.
He does his level best to sabotage Tom’s career, only to see his rival land a plum job in television.
But watching his rival’s success while his life disintegrates makes Martin a desperate fellow. Falling on hard times can be murder, and in certain circumstances could even give rise to it.
So when Martin gets a scoop on a major corporate scandal, he just has to grab the opportunity with both hands. He sees it as not only his turn to shine, but his duty.
Scoop of the Year combines a witty, clever premise with thrilling pacing, wonderful characters and an intelligent, complex plot.
The author's background in journalism is obvious and he drives the reader through a maze of twists and turns, the pace unrelenting. It's a true mix of crime and comedy that few authors get right, but when handled as brilliantly as this, is a fun, engaging and intelligent read.
by Cam de la Huerta
Very entertaining and very funny, laughed out loud so many times I had to stop reading it in public because of the strange looks I was getting. Definitely recommend this book to fans of thrillers and comedy alike.
by Susy Dagless
Tom Claver is a freelance journalist who has worked in print and television, and was formerly a director of a publishing company. He was brought up in London and now lives in Dorset with his wife.
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