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JOHN DODDS
THE BOOKS
A selection of my work. Besides these ebooks and audiobooks, you'll find individual short stories in ebook or podcast form. Links to everything are on my blog. This site is currently under development, so I will make sure everything is on here in the near future.
Dead Boyfriends
ASIN: B00MK8AX3O
Some guys won't take “no” for an answer – even from beyond the grave. Daisy Wentworth's life couldn't be better. For one thing she works as a gallery attendant who regularly has to deal with abusive visitors. For another, her opinion of herself as a “fat-arsed frump” pretty well summarises the state of her self-esteem. And not only has her latest boyfriend just died but now his ghost, and another three of her deceased lovers' ghosts, have taken up residence in her flat.
Things seem to be looking up when handsome businessman, Carl Simmons, falls for her. The only problem is that the jealous, vindictive, dead, exes are determined that “Mr. Businessman” won't have their girl.
"There are points in this story that are laugh out loud, and I enjoyed the pace of it. This is a great, fun read and I highly recommend it" - KL Wilson, on Amazon.com
Kali's Kiss (The Kendrick Chronicles: 2)
AUDIOBOOK: Narrated by Robin Sachs
ISBN-10: 1455163848
ISBN-13: 978-1455163847
Honor killings, witchcraft murders, and the machinations of rival gang lords
Kali, Indian goddess of destruction and change, weaves her dark spell in a complex crime novel of fear, deception, brutal killings, and power mongering.
When an unidentified young Indian bride is ritualistically murdered, Detective Inspector Tom Kendrick and forensic anthropologist Elizabeth Bell are mobilized to hunt down the perpetrators. But Kali keeps spinning her web. Elizabeth finds herself in mortal danger, and a criminal network involved in illegal immigration and drug production gradually emerges from the shadows. Meanwhile, small-time crook Suyaal Ackhbaar is being blackmailed by a vicious gang lord into delivering unsuspecting immigrants to work as slave labor in a drug factory.
Bone Machines (Kendrick Chronicles: 1)
AUDIOBOOK: Narrated by Robin Sachs
ISBN-10: 1455160105
ISBN-13: 978-1455160105
They suffer for his art . . .
When a number of women are reported missing in Glasgow, the specter of a previous spate of unsolved disappearances in the city rears its head. Journalist Ray Bissett is drawn into the case when his daughter joins the ranks of the missing. Ambitious police detective Tom Kendrick won't let Ray forget a terrible incident from his past that resulted in the death of a young boy.
Damaged lives and dark secrets . . . he streets of Glasgow haunted by the ghosts of the missing... and an artist driven by a deadly inspiration.
Oni
Danger and desire in ancient Japan. A runaway bandit disguised as a monk must defeat demons, his former bandit crew, and a devastating plague to win the heart of a woman.
"Based in medieval Japan, Oni introduces us to the character of Chen Shu, a young novice in training at a monastery under the watchful eye of tutor Ling. Infatuated with the daughter of a wealthy family, Chen Shu must overcome the shadow of his own past, the threat of coming plague and a vengeful ghost whose desire for retribution poses a threat not only to his love for the beautiful Takei, but the safety of the whole community.This is the unique setting of John Dodds' dark fantasy novelette, a journey into 17th century Japanese culture and mythology. Attention to historical detail brings to life this very unique setting, which at times resembles a tale from ancient folklore, whilst imbuing our hero, Chen Shu, with qualities that evoke the empathy of a modern audience. With its unusual setting and suspenseful horror, I found myself turning the pages very quickly in anticipation of the next turn, and would highly recommend this for fans of the genre who are looking for something just that little bit different!."
- Shemmo (The Horror Express magazine)