Bøker av Johnny Worthen

Tony must face sticky mud, stickier orgies and the Rapture itself to uncover the Real Deal. In this captivating tale, Eugene, Oregon, known for its vibrant counterculture and unconventional charm, becomes the backdrop for a convergence of competing cults. As the Merry Pranksters revel in their mischievous antics and the spirit of the world hangs in the balance, Tony finds himself in the midst of a psychic soiree hosted by a mysterious mushroom millionaire. Little does Tony know that this enigmatic figure shares a troubling connection with his girlfriend, raising questions and stirring suspicions.With a blend of humor and uncertainty, Tony faces the muddy obstacles of Eugene, where even the Roman cement would blush at the thickness of the mud. Amidst the swirling incense and fervent devotion, Tony must navigate a series of unsettling events that involve brainwashing, kidnapping, and multiple murders. Can he rise above his mid-life crisis, embrace his inner hero, and uncover the truth behind the facade?Immerse yourself in the wild and whimsical world of Eugene, Oregon, as you join Tony and his eclectic gang in a New Age gathering like no other.

In a world where everyone has something to hide, even the most unexpected places hold dark truths.When a daring challenge leads Tony Flaner and his companions to the secluded corners of northern Wyoming, they find themselves disconnected from the digital realm and immersed in a reality they never imagined. Gone are the comforts of technology, replaced by the rugged landscape, no flushing toilets-wait, what?-and a sense of isolation that seems to permeate the very air they breathe. But beneath the serene facade, danger lurks, and secrets take root.Tony uncovers a world of old-fashioned motives and a chilling murder that shatters the tranquility of their retreat. As the layers of deception crumble, Tony must navigate through treacherous terrain, both physical and emotional, where manure piles high and the true nature of humanity is laid bare.Unearth the hidden secrets of a remote wilderness in this gripping Tony Flaner mystery.

In an avalanche of lies, one real slacker stands against the wave of pretenders.After months of chasing shadows, Tony Flaner, the insecure sleuth, is about to have his life turned upside down. In the blink of an eye, four cases land on Tony's plate, igniting a fire within him. But these cases are no ordinary mysteries-they come with a price.But Tony's journey is far from ordinary. As he dives into a realm of international intrigue, fading fame, and ferocious canines, he's confronted by the one case he dreads the most-a domestic situation that threatens to shatter his carefully constructed world.From actors and agents to hippies and obscure obsessions, every step uncovers new layers of deceit and danger. Even a Burmese coup and the most abominable song from Rogers and Hammerstein put Tony's luck, skill, and patience to the ultimate test.Art and artifice intertwine, creating a world of fakes and facades where nothing is as it seems.

When debts are paid, secrets become unveiled...Tony Flaner, the ultimate sleuth-turned-slacker, has traded in his life as a detective for a job as a dog sitter. However, he quickly realizes that his new career path may not be as mundane as he hoped, and that the very mischief he wishes to avoid is right around the corner.When the pampered pooch he's watching gets kidnapped and his aunt Vicky is murdered, Tony reluctantly dives into action and heads back to his childhood home of Moah, Utah, where he discovers that he must learn the ways of his once-town's most iconic residents-elves, goblins, motorcycle maniacs, Nordic Indians, and hated rivals included.But traversing the treacherous waters of tourist town politics, wrestling with lingering guilt, and untangling a web of lies in order to unravel both his aunt's murder and the dognapping mystery may be a hopeless endeavor.Can Tony Flaner navigate his hometown, solve a murder, and finally figure out what's thicker than water?

When half measures don't get you the whole truth...Tony Flaner is a part-time comedian and full-time commitment-phobe who has never been able to stick with anything in his life. After his fourteen-year marriage ends in divorce, Tony's life takes a dramatic turn when a drunken party ends in murder.With his life on the line, he must uncover the identity of the mysterious girl who was murdered and how they ended up together in the first place. This undertaking is not just about clearing his name-Tony needs to prove to himself and everyone else that he can finish something for once in his life.But when Tony discovers that his fate is intertwined with that of the mysterious girl he hardly knew-and that their lives are connected like a Chinese finger trap-he unknowingly embarks on a journey full of twists and turns around every corner.Can Tony Flaner finish this one task and clear his name before he gets sent to prison for a murder he didn't commit?

'A clever and exciting collision of space opera, high adventure, and devious politics. Insightful and highly entertaining!' – Jonathan Maberry, New York Times, on the Coronam seriesDestruction comes, but subtler now, in spurts, whispers and hums. The great powers roil in internal conflict, while the prophet calls for new war. Where the enemy ends and dissatisfaction begins blurs the lines of battle. The many stir against the few, led forward by the drone of alien bees, and the words of a child on far away Tirgwenin. The powerful know war and time is against the Family. Genocide approaches. Heroes will fall, others rise and the homes of humanity shall be remade.

Nearly a millennium after The Unsettling of old Earth, the new civilized worlds are on the brink of war. The planet Enskari, as an affront to tradition has placed a woman upon its throne. With the backing of the church, Brandon of Hyrax readies an armada to subdue Enskari and unite the system under a single rule-his own.

Tony Flaner is settling into his new life as a divorcee, cluttered collector, and private detective when his mailman hooks him up with an old lady living up the street who has a houseful of clutter of her own. A knickknack has gone missing and it was inside job. Which of her children did the dastardly deed? A tale of greed and earthworms, tchotchkes and dangling accomplices, materialism and identity. Tony cuts through the confusion while facing his own to get a solution to The Knickknack Case.