My name is Jeremy Thorn, and I’m a serial killer.Jeremy ‘Remy’ Thorn is a detective from a small town in Oregon. He does his job well and keeps to himself. A past of trauma and abuse, and a compulsive need for balance have shaped him into the person he is today: a decisive, effective killer.His routine is simple but trustworthy. Step one: Find two targets. The first, an abomination of a human … abomination of a human being whose only contribution to the world is as fertilizer. The second, a detriment to society, perhaps a sidekick or accessory.
Step two: Kill the first. Frame the second.
Easy.
After his latest, and most personal kill, all seems to be going well. He makes it home by morning and continues with his plan as normal, with each perfectly timed maneuver all mapped out. But to his horror, he finds that the man he was trying to frame—a hotshot detective from a major nearby city—has been called in to work the case. And what’s worse … he’s privy to the truth.
“Michael Lilly’s first novel, Pond Scum, is distinguished by fine writing, a compelling story and well- wrought characters. An auspicious debut.”
Michael Nava, author of the Henry Rios novels
“Pond Scum is gripping reading…Nice twist to the serial killer/cop story. Pond Scum is definitely one to look out for.”
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What did I like about this book? Nothing. What a big bore. A gay love story masquerading as a mystery. I couldn’t stand any of the characters.
Horrible book. I forced myself to finish it hoping it would get better. It didnt. Too much unnecessary drivel just to fill pages. Dont waste your time or money!
Rent Thorn is the quote the anti-hero, living a double life of a police detective and vigilante. Though some parts were slightly unbelievable, I found the story itself to be good & action-packed!
Uninteresting read. Just loaded with needless descriptions. Even the story line is unrealistic. I always finish what I begin and I’m having to struggle to finish this book.
Did not like it
Didn’t finish forced way through 14 % . I usually read whole book no matter how bad. Couldn’t do that with this one
A different twist to this genre. A few things were not realistic, but the good story made them easy to overlook.
This is one of the few times where I really want the “bad” guy to win. Good read.
Mistakes with timeline; author tells instead of inferring or showing
This author needs to perfect his writing skills such that he can produce an enjoyable, exciting read sans the plethora of four letter words. I’m no prude but this book was way beyond overkill in the vulgar language area. NO THANKS!!
A good read
I loved reading it!
Would definitely recommend to a friend. The main character was awesome I guess you would say someone willing to get the job done. It was a great read
Couldn’t stop reading
Rated it 3 out of 5
Not as good I wished it to be
Stopped 2 pages in….garbage
If you’d never think you’d like a serial killer, think again! The main character has an agenda and is likable as hell!
Wow, what an unusual story. What a case of cat and mouse. And who is really the good guy here?
Awesome read! Didn’t really predict the end so loved it and bought the next in the series!!