- Paperback: 252 pages
- Publisher: Tonto Books (1 July 2008)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0955632609
- ISBN-13: 978-0955632600
- Product Dimensions: 19.6 x 12.8 x 2.2 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 406,697 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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'Ashley Hames has approached literature with the same courage and candour which he brought to his investigations of porn stars, perverts and prostitutes. The result is a picaresque tale brimming with hilarious encounters and moments of deep moral shame, all recounted with the nothing to lose honesty of a man confessing his sins to a priest on his death bed.' --Grub Smith
'Irresponsible, insane but inspired, the Queen should present Ashley Hames with a knighthood and a straightjacket as this fine book amply illustrates that he is equally deserving of both.' --Piers Hernu
'A pile of s***.' --Kelvin MacKenzie
'Irresponsible, insane but inspired, the Queen should present Ashley Hames with a knighthood and a straightjacket as this fine book amply illustrates that he is equally deserving of both.' --Piers Hernu
'A pile of s***.' --Kelvin MacKenzie
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With a weakness for women, good times and binge drinking, it seemed inevitable that Ashley Hames would turn cult hero with 'Sin Cities', blazing a toxic trail through a minefield of debauchery and fantasy across the globe. As clown prince of LIVE TV, he happily changed his name by deed poll to News Bunny and produced such lowbrow classics as 'Topless Darts'. A few months down the line his career had him hoisted up on meat hooks, tortured, clamped and generally trampled on in the name of entertainment. It was only when the cameras stopped rolling that it got messy. In this book, Ashley investigates the sexual habits of some of the most extraordinary people on the planet - from the bizarre to the unimaginable - and somehow helps it all make perfect sense.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
of filth that transports you right there beside the man himself, knee-deep in drug/hooker heaven. You can almost touch it. Byron, Keats, McNab, Hames. Where to go from here?
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I recently had the honour of meeting Mr.Hames after his book signing in Leeds. I rushed home to read this book and - several hours of sweat, erections and tears later - I was left feeling like I'd been on an incredible journey with him. The story of his travels around the world making stops at brothels, orgies and S&M dungeons (whilst occasionally doing some filming for Sin Cities) is enormously entertaining.
However, whilst I loved experiencing this journey, it was the more personal side of the book that I enjoyed the most. Hames reflects on topics such as drugs, sexual kinks and prostitution in a refreshingly honest and interesting manner. As the narrative shows, his experience and insight into these topics is immense and he gives the reader a lot to consider whilst challenging their pre-conceived ideas. I highly recommend it
However, whilst I loved experiencing this journey, it was the more personal side of the book that I enjoyed the most. Hames reflects on topics such as drugs, sexual kinks and prostitution in a refreshingly honest and interesting manner. As the narrative shows, his experience and insight into these topics is immense and he gives the reader a lot to consider whilst challenging their pre-conceived ideas. I highly recommend it
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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this book made me see that you can live without having any idea where you are or what you are doing, but you can be pretty sure you can have a lot of fun.
I want to do this job!
I want to do this job!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Ohhh such wonderful filth!
Oh aye. Ashley we want more!
I felt like I was right there with you experiencing all the filth & mayhem & it felt good!
Recommended 110% :D
I felt like I was right there with you experiencing all the filth & mayhem & it felt good!
Recommended 110% :D
Published on 18 Sep 2009 by Ms. K. Ogilvie
sinsational
Brilliantly written. Hilarious. A road trip of excess - a life you are glad someone had and took the time to write about. Read more
Published on 23 Feb 2009 by Billy Hunt
2 great books in 1
This book verges on greatness, I mean that sincererly.
First things first, I nailed it in 2 days, it's that compulsive (- then again I don't have a job...). Read more
First things first, I nailed it in 2 days, it's that compulsive (- then again I don't have a job...). Read more
Published on 21 Feb 2009 by Fab Clark
Amazing book- not just for boys... or pervs
A lot of reviewers have focused on the book's seedy sub-plot.
But, infact, Ashley Hames writes beautifully about the people behind the sex industry with warmth, respect and... Read more
But, infact, Ashley Hames writes beautifully about the people behind the sex industry with warmth, respect and... Read more
Published on 19 Jan 2009 by LitChick
One of the best books ever
Would give it 10stars if i could. Being a fan of Sin Cities I immediately bought this book as soon as i knew about it, and I wasn't dissapointed. Read more
Published on 31 Dec 2008 by B. Harris
Mint!
I just wanted to say I loved the book and am extremely jealous of all Ashley's travels (not so much the pain elements or run ins with the law) but everything else seemed... Read more
Published on 2 Aug 2008 by Laura Nelles
It's a stonker!
I firmed up on at least two occasions whilst reading this book. What better recommendation can you get?
Published on 24 July 2008 by Mr. A. Revell
Naughty but nice!
As well as proving himself as a great TV presenter Ashley Hames has now transfered his easy style to the written page. Read more
Published on 22 July 2008 by Sundae
Wicked Humour!
This book is a great read, it follows Ashley's career from working as the "News Bunny" & the Producer of "Topless Darts" for LIVE TV to touring the world as "Sin Cities" roving sex... Read more
Published on 18 July 2008 by Andy B
Pure genius
Quite clearly, Ashley's television series is a triumph and makes for entertaining viewing. The book which accompanies the series does the programmes justice. Read more
Published on 13 Jun 2008 by Patrick Dixon
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