A review by afterooster
Dial D for Deadman by Barry J. Hutchison

4.0

Dial D for Deadman is an interesting take on the detective genre. Set in a dystopian-city that sits beneath massive, floating, utopian cities, the book follows Dan Deadman, a private detective for hire who happens to be a living, dead, man. Together with his "side-kick" Artur, he takes on a case that inadvertently partners him with Ollie, a naive, child-like lady who is literally new to the world. I enjoyed this book for its great character development and expansive world building. The plot moves along at a decent pace, and there is a distinct noir flavor throughout that is countered by a sharp witted humor. If you like sci-fi and detective stories with a comedic tilt, pick up Dial D for Deadman and give it a try. You won't be let down.