Looking For Trouble: A Humorous Dystopian Sci Fi Fantasy Novel

· K'Barthan Series, a humorous sci fi fantasy adventure set in K'Barth Book 4 · Hamgee University Press · Narrated by Gareth Davies
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Fans of comedy science fiction and fantasy should enjoy the dry sarcastic humour (or humor) of thisseries. Quirky, satirical urban sci fi adventure with newly invented alien species, and cool technology, in a dystopian parallel world.

A man chosen by fate ... the wrong man.

The Pan of Hamgee doesn’t believe in miracles but if he’s going to save K’Barth it looks as if he might need one.

He's not quite as alone as he thought. The punters from The Parrot and Screwdriver are right behind him and he has rescued three of his friends from the Grongolian Security Forces, who are now of course, three of the nation's most wanted, which doesn't make life easy. He even has something of a plan for once. It involves making peace with the Resistance, trying to resurrect the Underground movement, and toppling Lord Vernon.

Now, The Pan just needs to keep his head down and maintain a low profile. He must be brave and clever and stay in control. That's going to be a first. But the hardest part will be staying alive long enough to put his plan into action.

Q - So, tell us about the K’Barthan Series. What made you write it? What makes it special?

A - You know that saying, that if the book you want doesn't exist you have to write it? That. I love funny British authors, comedic, epic, fantasy, sci-fi, adventure, action, British humour - or humor. Misfit characters, the weirder the better, a love-to-hate baddie, a genre mash up like StarWars. I like weird alien races, flying cars, car chases, static powered lasers. Dr Who meets Terry Pratchet. K'Barth is kind of first contact, only not. You'll find all sorts of quirky characters, from six feet Swamp Things with antennae to cute furry Blurpons, with fluffy ears, big button eyes and a penchant for extreme violence. But for all that, the eternal questions they face are the same as ours. This series is best read in order:

Few Are Chosen, K'Barthan Series: Part 1, 2. The Wrong Stuff, K'Barthan Series: Part 2, 3.One Man: No Plan, K'Barthan Series: Part 3 and 4. Looking For Trouble, K'Barthan Series: Part 4

Keep up with new M T McGuire releases by joining the M T McGuire readers group. You'll get a 90min prequel to all things K'Barthan for nothing. Interested? Go here: https://hamgee.co.uk/freebook/

Fans of these other sci fi and fantasy authors may also enjoy the K'Barthan series:

Dennis E Taylor Bobiverse books, Barry J Hutchison, Space Team, Matt Dinniman's Dungeoncrawler Carl.

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4.5
2 reviews
Rachel Churcher
October 26, 2021
Back to K'Barth for the final book in MT McGuire's dystopian comedic sci fi fantasy series, and we're heading for the long-awaited denouement between our cowardly hero, the Pan of Hamgee, and the deliciously evil Lord Vernon. There's only a week of action in this book, but a lot can happen in a week - especially when you're trying to overthrow your government and prevent an imposter from taking control of your state religion. Everything comes together neatly as the story develops. Rival rebel factions, double agents, and friends and supporters from different sides of the Pan's life combine forces with varying degrees of success to create an unpredictable, fast-paced, nail-biting narrative. The supporting characters are wonderful, as ever, and the more I read of Gladys and Ada, the more I want to follow their example and grow old disgracefully - possibly with a pub and a very rude parrot for company. Once again I listened to the audiobook edition of 'Looking for Trouble', and once again I have to mention the brilliant narration. The expanding cast posed no problems for Gareth Davies, who took the chance to show off even more unique accents and voices, keeping the story moving while bringing all the characters to life. This series has been fantastic - great story, great characters, and plenty of belly-laugh moments alongside the darker elements of the dystopian setting. MT McGuire works the same magic as Sir Terry Pratchett, perfectly balancing comedy and tragedy with the demands of the story. I will definitely be seeking out more of her books.
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