Books with title Necropolis

What is a sociopath to do?Dyson Devereux’s life appears to be on track. He has a way with the ladies, impeccable good taste, and as the recently promoted head of Burials and Cemeteries at Newton Borough Council, a job that demands respect.But Dyson is becoming annoyed with his drug-addled girlfriend’s decline, fed up with his banal work colleagues, and incensed by Newton New Cemetery’s gaudy memorial structures.When Dyson suspects someone of having an even darker past than him, he has a chance for redemption. Will he seize it, or is his destiny to be a life of toil in Burials and Cemeteries?Brutal, bleak and darkly comical, Necropolis is a savage indictment of the politically correct, health and safety obsessed public sector.‘The book is full of razor-sharp satire’ – Crime Fiction Lover‘… a magnificent foray into the mind of a sociopath’ – DLS Reviews ‘…it’s the well-crafted and perfectly executed satirical observations, along with the dry wit and devious humour that makes ‘Necropolis’ such a delight to read.’ – Chris Hall (Top 500 Amazon Reviewer. Vine Voice)800+ Reviews and Ratings for Necropolis Trilogy on GoodreadsIf you like serial killer fiction and dark humorous crime you'll love Necropolis.FOR LOVERS OF NOIR CRIME FICTION AND DARK HUMOUR EVERYWHEREEver wondered what goes on in the mind of a sociopath? Meet Dyson Devereux, Britain’s answer to Patrick Bateman.A DELICIOUS SLICE OF SOCIOPATHIC SATIRE‘… a mix between The Office and American Psycho’ – Amazon Reviewer‘I remain slightly troubled as to why I found myself applauding a sociopath for being so thoroughly entertaining.’ – Little Bookness Lane (Top 1000 Amazon Reviewer)As well as being a very British satire, this darkly humorous crime novel will appeal to fans of Transgressive Fiction and psychological fiction.Not your average novel, Necropolis buries humorous fiction in a coffin brimming with satirical observations. If you like your crime and serial killer/psychopath books laced with dark humour, then Necropolis is the read you’re looking for. ‘…a brilliant book which surprised the hell out of me, extremely enjoyable, thought provoking, shocking and at times disturbing.’ – BookblokeNecropolis is the first book in a darkly humorous crime trilogy featuring sociopath Dyson Devereux.You can read about Dyson’s continued exploits in #2 Sepultura, available on Amazon now. #3 Golgotha (coming Dec. 03 2019)Also by Guy Portman:Tomorrow's World: Darkly Humorous Tales From The FutureCharles MiddleworthSymbiosisDownload/order today to get your dark humour fiction fix.

In the tunnels of Nagashizzar, a new threat to the realm of the undead is rising. Nagash must call upon all his reserves of power to defeat the skaven assault and continue his unholy reign. But when Nagash realises he can use his enemy for his own nefarious needs, an uneasy alliance is struck and a vast, nightmarish army is formed. The necromancer launches his final attack on the lands of Nehekhara, sweeping all before him. Only one man dare stand in his way – Alcadizzar, a peerless warrior and the leader of a defiant force. Their confrontation will not just decide the fate of Nehekhara, but of all the Old World. Read it because The return of a classic Gaunt’s Ghosts novel! The Tanith First deploy to Verghast to help break the Chaos siege of Vervunhive. Tanks clash with daemon engines, Imperial Guardsmen make brave last stands and Colonel-Commissar Gaunt steps up and takes control of the war effort, showing for the first time the command abilities that will go on to make him a legend.

The stakes are high and the action never stops in this third book of the fantasy series perfect for fans of Rick Riordan's books!The situation in Lemuria is rapidly deteriorating. In fact teleportation between the hidden continent and the outside world has become so dangerous, all agents and their families have been recalled. Although Benjamin is psyched to be living in Lemuria full time, he knows he needs to find his last brother soon. However, between classes, a murderous half-brother, and complications with his friend Heidi, Benjamin can barely focus. Besides, there's only one place left they haven't searched—the hidden continent of Atlantis.Don't miss the thrilling conclusion in The Forgotten Worlds Trilogy!

ON THE SHATTERED world of Verghast, Commissar Gaunt and his Ghosts find themselves embroiled within an ancient and deadly civil war as a mighty hive-city is besieged by an unrelenting foe. When treachery from within brings Vervunhive's defences crashing down, rivalry and corruption threan to bring the Tanith Ghosts to the brink of defeat.Ibram Gaunt must find new allies and new Ghosts is he is to save the ancient city from the deadliest threat of all - the dread legions of Chaos.

Book three in Black Library's longest running Sci-fi series returnsFor a thousand years, the Sabbat Worlds have been lost to the Imperium, claimed by the dread powers of Chaos. Now, a mighty crusade seeks to return the sector to Imperial rule. And at the forefront of that crusade are Colonel-Commissar Ibram Gaunt and the Tanith First and Only – better known as Gaunt’s Ghosts. On the world of Verghast, a grinding war between two hive cities – one loyal to the Imperium, the other fallen to the worship of the Dark Gods – is bolstered by the forces of the Imperial Guard. But bitter rivalries and treachery threaten to derail the defence of Vervunhive, and it falls to Gaunt to take command of the Imperial forces and forge victory from an almost certain defeat. This edition includes the epilogue short story ‘In Remembrance’, in which Gaunt’s Ghosts are accompanied into battle by an artist commissioned to create a sculpture in commemoration of a great victory by the Tanith First.

Introverted scholar Percival Endicott Whyborne has spent the last few months watching his lover, Griffin Flaherty, come to terms with the rejection of his adoptive family. So when an urgent telegram from Christine summons them to Egypt, Whyborne is reluctant to risk the fragile peace they’ve established. Until, that is, a man who seems as much animal as human tries to murder Whyborne in the museum. Amidst the ancient ruins of the pharaohs, they must join Christine and face betrayal, murder, and a legendary sorceress risen from the dead. In the forge of the desert heat, the trio will either face their fears and stand together—or shatter the bonds between them forever.

What is a sociopath to do?Dyson Devereux’s life appears to be on track. He has a way with the ladies, impeccable good taste, and as the recently promoted head of Burials and Cemeteries at Newton Borough Council, a job that demands respect.But Dyson is becoming annoyed with his drug-addled girlfriend’s decline, fed up with his banal work colleagues, and incensed by Newton New Cemetery’s gaudy memorial structures.When Dyson suspects someone of having an even darker past than him, he has a chance for redemption. Will he seize it, or is his destiny to be a life of toil in Burials and Cemeteries?Brutal, bleak and darkly comical, Necropolis is a savage indictment of the politically correct, health and safety obsessed public sector.‘… a magnificent foray into the mind of a sociopath’ – DLS Reviews ‘The book is full of razor-sharp satire’ – Crime Fiction Lover‘… a mix between The Office and American Psycho’ – Amazon Reviewer<800+ Ratings for Necropolis Trilogy on Goodreads>If you like dark humour you'll love NecropolisEver wondered what goes on in the mind of a sociopath? Meet Dyson Devereux, Britain’s answer to Patrick Bateman.FOR LOVERS OF DARK HUMOROUS CRIME AND NOIR CRIME FICTIONA DELICIOUS SLICE OF SOCIOPATHIC SATIRE‘…it’s the well-crafted and perfectly executed satirical observations, along with the dry wit and devious humour that makes ‘Necropolis’ such a delight to read.’ – Chris Hall (Top 500 Amazon Reviewer. Vine Voice)‘I remain slightly troubled as to why I found myself applauding a sociopath for being so thoroughly entertaining.’ – Little Bookness Lane (Top 1000 Amazon Reviewer)As well as being a very British satire, this darkly humorous crime novel will appeal to fans of satire and psychological crime fiction.Not your average novel, Necropolis buries humorous fiction in a coffin brimming with satirical observations. If you like your crime and serial killer/psychopath books laced with dark humour, then Necropolis is the read you’re looking for.‘… a magnificent foray into the mind of a sociopath’ – DLS Reviews‘…a brilliant book which surprised the hell out of me, extremely enjoyable, thought provoking, shocking and at times disturbing.’– Bookbloke You can read about Dyson’s continued exploits in Sepultura, available on Amazon now & Golgotha (release date: Dec.03) Also by Guy Portman:Tomorrow's World: Darkly Humorous Tales From The FutureCharles MiddleworthSymbiosisDownload/order today to get your dark humour fiction fix.

The stakes get higher in #1 NYT bestselling author Anthony Horowitz's latest masterpiece.As the fourth novel in the spellbinding Gatekeepers series begins, the world is under the greatest threat it's ever known. The evil corporation Nightrise has amassed an immense amount of power . . . and the devastating force of the Old Ones is about to be unleashed around the globe. To stop this from happening, Matt and three of the Gatekeepers head to Hong Kong--not just the modern city of skyscrapers and wealth, but the secretive underworld beneath. In Hong Kong they will meet the final Gatekeeper, a girl named Scarlet, whose fate is inextricably joined to their own....

The situation in Lemuria has deteriorated. Teleportation between the hidden continent and the outside world has become so dangerous, all agents have been recalled. Although Benjamin is pleased to be living in Lemuria full time, he knows he needs to find his last sibling soon. However, between classes, a murderous half-brother, and complications with his friend Heidi, Benjamin can barely focus. Besides, there's only one place left they haven't searched—Atlantis.