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Scorpion Rising

By: Anthony Frewin
Narrated by: Paul Thornley
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Sidney Blattner is probably the most successful organised crime figure in London, but things are coming unstuck. Who would dare to execute his innocent brother down in Margate, and why?

When Blattner attends the funeral, his chauffeur disappears, forcing Sid and his two minders to flee the seaside resort ignominiously in a Transit van.... Sidney calls in as many favours as he can to find out what is going on down in Margate but without success. Two of his aides, sent down to investigate, turn up murdered.

There are plenty of questions, but no answers. Will Vince, the sharpest member of Sid's firm, have any better luck when he arrives in the fading seaside town? Or are he and Sidney about to meet their nemesis?

Anthony Frewin was born in London and lives in Hertfordshire. He was assistant film director to Stanley Kubrick for over 20 years. He has written three novels, London Blues, Sixty-Three Closure, and Scorpian Rising.

©1999 Anthony Frewin (P)2013 Audible Ltd Crime Fiction Mystery Suspense Thriller & Suspense England
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"A sleazy, fetid atmosphere...and wonderfully unpredictable characters." (Brian Ritterspak, Crime Time)
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I had no idea if this book would appeal or not. Not a ‘bells and whistles’ title at all. But what a find. The descriptive writing is first rate and the story line keeps you coming back for more. I was reminded of a tv series I used to watch some years back but that did not detract from my enjoyment. The narration fitted the plot and characters perfectly Well worth a listen

A little gem of a book

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Scorpian Rising (2001) is a classic pared down gangster noir novel. If you enjoy Ted Lewis and Derek Raymond then you should like this too. I certainly did. Paul Thornley narrates it all perfectly.

I’m a big fan of books set in either London or seaside towns. Double bubble here given all the action takes place in London and on the Isle of Thanet (Margate and Ramsgate).

When London crime boss Sidney Blattner learns his innocent brother has been executed in Margate, he sets out to find out why he was killed. Is someone sending him a message? Various emissaries get killed so he sends down his main man Vince, and most of the novel is narrated from Vince’s point of view. When this move doesn’t go to plan Sid becomes ever more anxious and disconcerted.

So far so familiar, right? There are echoes of Get Carter and other novels, but what elevates this one is the storytelling, and the depiction of the crime milieu. Best of all, the Isle of Thanet is powerfully portrayed. The bleak and down at heel Kent coast making a wonderfully disconcerting backdrop for the unsettling storyline.

It may all be fairly predictable but, when it done this well, I’m all in. An intriguing slice of British seaside noir that is well worth a listen.

Anthony Frewin, in addition to having written three novels, was assistant film director to Stanley Kubrick for over 20 years. I will be listening to his other two novels ASAP. All three are currently included in your Audible membership.

An intriguing slice of British seaside noir

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Suspense and a little humour.
Narration superb. Didn’t expect the
Surprise on finishing . Kept me guessing.

Intrigue

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Very much enjoyed Scorpian Rising. Well written fast paced. Paul Thornley again at his best. Full marks. 👍

Brilliant

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Firstly I have to say Paul Thornleys narration was brilliant and enhanced the story. Story had sone nice twists and was very descriptive.If you like gritty london crime thats at times a bit implausible this is for you.

Really enjoyable

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