'Criminally underrated.' MW Craven, author of the Sunday Times bestselling Washington Poe series

Vengeful dead rock stars, a ruthless gangland boss, a life in the balance. An explosive combination with Konstantin the flickering flame.

There's an Elvis convention in town and versions of the dead superstar are all over Margate. But it seems there's more than one hip-swiveller in a sequined suit in town for another reason - all seem to have a past connection to Konstantin. And not a good one.

The Stanley brothers are a long way from home. They're looking for The Vessel. So is Karl Turner, who's in a race to save his life, because he's the one who lost The Vessel in the first place. The Stanleys aren't known for their forgiving nature. Quite the opposite.

Enter Fidelity Brown, constant jagged edge in Konstantin's side. She's on a mission to rescue her sister from the clutches of local criminal kingpin, Hepburn. As usual with Fidelity situations go sideways fast, so Konstantin reluctantly steps into the fray.

As the Stanleys, the Elvis impersonators, and Hepburn unite, they have their cross-hairs set squarely on Konstantin's heart. It seems nothing and no one can deter them.

When anybody who's trouble needs help they always turn to Konstantin, the man with many secrets of his own. But serenity is a luxury he can't afford in seedy Margate.

My Middle Name Is Misery is the unique crime thriller run through with a thick vein of dark humour, perfect for fans of Lee Child, Mark Dawson, Carl Hiaasen and David Baldacci.

What Readers Say

'You'll have never read anything like this before, promise.'
'Gritty and glorious, dirty and dynamic, fast and furious.'
'I can't wait to start the next book and see what else is on store for Konstantin.'
'Top notch entertainment from Keith Nixon.'
'I adored Konstantin, although I'm not sure I was supposed to!'
'If you liked LA Confidential, you'll love this.'
'I can't recommend this book enough.'

What Others Say

'One hell of a writer.'
Ken Bruen, author of the Jack Taylor series

'I have to liken reading this novel to being a smoker - it leaves a dirty taste in your mouth but you JUST CAN'T STOP.'
Lisa Hall, author of Between You and Me, Tell Me No Lies, The Party

'Nixon writes hard-hitting fiction, with a dash of humour, a cast of great characters, and a dollop of violence. Konstantin is a fantastic creation.'
Luca Veste, author of The Murphy and Rossi series and The Bonekeeper

'This is a brilliant book. Violent, yes. Dark, yes. But it has black humour running all the way through it. I loved it and look forward to reading more of his adventures.'
Suze Reviews

'Gritty and glorious, dirty and dynamic, fast and furious. My kind of book.'
Col's Criminal Library

'A superior action-thriller, layered with flashbacks, intriguing characters and tendon-snapping sequences of graphic violence.'
Murder, Mayhem and More

'A fast-paced tale.'
Big Al's Books and Pals

'With his unique style of writing, the author grabs the reader's attention and makes for an entertaining read.'
By The Letter Book Reviews

'Tight, punchy with a distinct voice.'
Crimesquad

'The ability to get his readers onside, rooting for his messed-up characters as they battle against the daily grind of chancers and blaggers is uniquely his, and stands as a testament to his writing chops.'
Crime Fiction Lover