The original novel is a standalone work, separate from Brett’s popular Charles Paris detective series.
: Unlike Brett's more humorous works, this novel is described as a straightforward and chilling tale of entitlement. A Shock to the System
This darkly comedic thriller is often cited as a "hidden gem" of Michael Caine's career. The original novel is a standalone work, separate
: Used copies are widely available at retailers like AbeBooks and Amazon . Music Reviews: Recent Releases A Shock to the System | Rotten Tomatoes : Used copies are widely available at retailers
: It focuses heavily on Graham’s obsessive sense of self-worth and his calculation that he is "entitled" to success at any cost.
" A Shock to the System " is most notably a by Simon Brett, later adapted into a 1990 cult classic film starring Michael Caine. The title has also been used for recent music releases by Daughtry and Tower. Film Review: A Shock to the System (1990)
: Graham Marshall (Michael Caine) is a corporate executive who, after being passed over for a long-awaited promotion, discovers that murder is a surprisingly effective way to climb the ladder of success.