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Can’t-Wait Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted at Wishful Endings, to spotlight and discuss the books we’re excited about that we have yet to read. Generally they’re books that have yet to be released. It’s based on Waiting on Wednesday, hosted by the fabulous Jill at Breaking the Spine.
This week’s Can’t-Wait offering – Know Your Rites – Book 2 of the Inspector Mystery series by Andy Redsmith
#Murder mystery #fantasy whodunit #humour
Inspector Nick Paris is back in this magical crime mystery perfect for fans of Douglas Adams and Ben Aaronovitch.
Inspector Nick Paris, now also known as ‘the one who stopped the demons’, has become an unlikely celebrity in the magical world. He is desperate to return to tackling more ordinary crimes on his home turf of Manchester.
However, the fates aren’t in his favour when he is called upon again by his more unusual police colleagues to solve a gruesome killing. The only suspect is a dwarf trying to make it in the rap business. But are there more mysterious matters afoot? Paris is thrust back into the world of magic and murder – but who will face the music?
I thoroughly enjoyed the first book in this entertaining series – see my review of Breaking the Lore – so was delighted when I realised there was a sequel out – and even more delighted when I was approved to receive in arc. It is coming out on the 22nd August and I’m hoping to read it in the coming week.
I look forward to reading your review – hope you love it as much as the first.
Lynn 😀
Thank you, Lynn – I’m hoping so, too:)
Gah, I gotta get a hold of this series!
It’s great fun, Jean:))
This sounds good, Sarah, and I haven’t heard of it before! I’m adding it to my list.
I think you would enjoy this one, Jan. It is a nice collision of a rather worldweary detective dealing with fantasy crimes…
Love the title😉 This sounds like it might have some humor to it😁
Yes – the first one was quite funny. I like the fact he is all set to be a gritty cop in a northern town – and then is having to deal with fairies and dwarves…
I want to check this series out. I love it when there’s some humor thrown in. Great choice and thanks for sharing!
You’re very welcome, Barb:). If this one is as good as the first book, then it is definitely worth tracking down…
Wow, I’m adding this to my TBR right now. This cover is stunning! Just so, so beautiful. Thanks for sharing!
Isn’t it? I’ve all the depth of a pavement puddle so I’m unduly persuaded by a beautiful cover:)
Not my type of book, but love that title!
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This sounds awesome! I love magical mysteries. Thanks for sharing! Hope you enjoy it! 🙂
You’re welcome, Ashley – I made a start on this one last night and so far so good:)
I love suspense! I hope you enjoy this one as much as the first book!
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This sounds great! The comparison to Ben Aaronovitch is really calling to me 😀
Hm. I’m not convinced about that one – but Nick Paris is fun all the same. The humour is far more knockabout than Peter Grant.
I love the sound of “magic and murder”! 🙂
Oh yeah, this is going on my series list.
I look forward to hearing your thoughts on this one once you’ve read the ARC. It sounds like a great series.
I’m in the middle of it now… So far, so good!