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A crackling detective story!
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A rather silly detective story in the spirit of Jasper Fforde.
Harry Pigg, the only surviving brother from the Big Bad Wolf attacks, has set up business as a private detective in Grimmtown, only things aren't going too well. Down on his luck, with bills to pay and no clients in sight the outlook is poor. But then in walks local businessman Aladdin who needs someone to help him track down an old lamp.
What follows is a case of nursery rhyme-noir. Funny, thrilling and always entertaining, Harry Pigg is an old breed of hero for a new generation. It's as if Humphrey Bogart or James Cagney had walked into the middle of a bedtime story.
A comedy caper for all ages. The first in a major new series.
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Well thought out, clever twists, very polished, I would highly recommend this book both to teens and adults a like, there's something in here for everyone. The writing is clever, witty and fresh, you can see a lot of work went into this book. Laugh out loud funny. From the first paragrahy you just know you're in for a fun, fun ride. Harry's the man (well the pig!). I'm usually a very slow reader but I couldn't put this down until the mystery was solved.
My nieces and newphews will be receiving early xmas presents of it in the post very soon.
This is the businss, I can't wait for his next case!
My nieces and newphews will be receiving early xmas presents of it in the post very soon.
This is the businss, I can't wait for his next case!
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Ever wondered what happened to the little pig (otherwise known as Harry Pigg) who was wise enough to build his house out of bricks? Well, after boiling the Big Bad Wolf down for soup, Harry became something of a fairytale legend and decided to take advantage of his fame and set up as a detective.
But business begins to dry up and Harry finds he has too much time on his trotters and not enough cash in his piggy bank. So when he's approached by a certain Mr Aladdin, who is missing a very special lamp, he has no choice but to take the case on. Naturally, this embroils Harry in a lot of trouble. There's avaricious witches, thuggish orcs and a sometimes overenthusiastic Jack Horner to contend with, along with a host of other complications.
The Third Pig Detective Agency is a great book, totally entertaining and madcap. Harry Pigg is a fabulous character, a kind of porcine Philip Marlowe let loose in a fractured fairytale universe. I have no doubt he is going to garner a cult following.
As well as being a great read, I have to mention the book design too (cover and inside.) It's beautiful, well thought out and witty.
But business begins to dry up and Harry finds he has too much time on his trotters and not enough cash in his piggy bank. So when he's approached by a certain Mr Aladdin, who is missing a very special lamp, he has no choice but to take the case on. Naturally, this embroils Harry in a lot of trouble. There's avaricious witches, thuggish orcs and a sometimes overenthusiastic Jack Horner to contend with, along with a host of other complications.
The Third Pig Detective Agency is a great book, totally entertaining and madcap. Harry Pigg is a fabulous character, a kind of porcine Philip Marlowe let loose in a fractured fairytale universe. I have no doubt he is going to garner a cult following.
As well as being a great read, I have to mention the book design too (cover and inside.) It's beautiful, well thought out and witty.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I thoroughly enjoyed this book from the fabulous cover design, through the cool touches to the pages , right the way until the end.
Harry Pigg is up to his trotters in a case, and there's a plethora of familiar Brothers Grimm/Fairytale characters to aid, annoy, antagonise and attack our porcine hero. Comparisons to Phillip Marlowe in the previous review are spot on.
A witty tale told with so much dedication to every word. Bob Burke is going to be very popular in years to come if he keeps this up. A touch of Raymond Chandler, a sprinkle of Eoin Colfer, a dash of Columbo - riveting stuff and you'll have a blast identifying the familiar faces and names in Grimmtown.
Roll on the next Harry Pigg case....
Harry Pigg is up to his trotters in a case, and there's a plethora of familiar Brothers Grimm/Fairytale characters to aid, annoy, antagonise and attack our porcine hero. Comparisons to Phillip Marlowe in the previous review are spot on.
A witty tale told with so much dedication to every word. Bob Burke is going to be very popular in years to come if he keeps this up. A touch of Raymond Chandler, a sprinkle of Eoin Colfer, a dash of Columbo - riveting stuff and you'll have a blast identifying the familiar faces and names in Grimmtown.
Roll on the next Harry Pigg case....
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Humpty says - great read
Was introduced to FFordes books by my brother , great twisted view of life and reality, never imo quite as sharp as Pratchett but great writing style and good entertaining reads
Published 4 days ago by DiggerBoot
A promising story but not well written
A good idea for a story let down by a poor writing style. Too often the writer over explains situations which makes its a little painful and annoying for the reader. Read more
Published 27 days ago by Charlie Cosh
So this is what happened to the pig in the Brick house!
What would you do if your two siblings get eaten by a Big Bad Wolf and you are the last of the litter? That's right - set up a detective agency! Read more
Published 1 month ago by TonyV
dull
I was disappointed by this book. It was not engaging and I couldn't be bothered to finish it. Just not my cup of tea.
Published 1 month ago by Dorothy Nelson
Engaging, clever and ingenious
The Pig that built his house of brick lived to fight another day when the wolf tried to huff, puff, and blow his house down. And after a while he turned detective! Read more
Published 5 months ago by eppingstrider
Silly but good fun
Very silly book but certainly good reading. Some of it made me laugh Loved it and would read more by this author.
Published 9 months ago by Maidstone reader
Good Fun
I do love the idea of a parrallel world where the fairy story characters live.
Some great ideas which really appealed to me and there was a coherent plot which involved these... Read more
Some great ideas which really appealed to me and there was a coherent plot which involved these... Read more
Published 12 months ago by Louiseog
third pig detective agency rocks
this book is simply amazing. i am really looking forward to the sequel. this book can't be put down because you always want to know what happens next. READ IT!!!!!!!!
Published 16 months ago
Where was the editor
This book needed a very thorough editing before being published, but obviously Harper Collins don't mind putting out very sloppy writing on imprints like The Friday Club. Read more
Published 20 months ago by Shem
A crackling good idea!
A cracking (or to quote the cover `crackling') good idea fusing fairy tales, noir detective stories and a myriad of other popular culture references, THE THIRD PIG DETECTIVE AGENCY... Read more
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