News

• Hoodie news release (opens as a PDF document)

Reviews

• Paddington and Westminster Times review of Hoodie by Brendon Lancaster (opens as a PDF document)

• Hot Gossip interview and review of Hoodie by Brendon Lancaster (text from interview below)

‘Brendon Lancaster author of Hoodie has emerged out of London…well, first Paddington, then Fulham, then East London and now Palmers Green, North London. His first novel was inspired by his own personal struggles growing up in London and the difficulties surrounding the youth today, his simple yet authentic portrayal of the main character of his novel has a wide appeal. His careful skills of observation with a hint of imagination helped him to create many of the characters.

Having read his novel it definitely has a flare of teenage realism mixed with slang, palpable dialogue and interesting characters. While this is not my typical choice for reading, the story was written well for its genre and rang genuine and I found myself feeling for the characters. Everyone will be able to relate to some aspect of the flawed personalities. But it must be noted that my favorite part to this novel was the last chapter –Can You See Me, where the author incorporates a personal poem. I found it poignantly emotional and authentic as well as an original concept to arrange an entire chapter that way as well as provide a clear and perfect ending to the story.

I give this novel four out of five HOTS: HOT HOT HOT HOT

What are his plans for the future? “Currently working on a second, very different novel – ‘Estelle’ – about two passionate lovers who form an unlikely but highly charged affair.  Although their relationship provides them with deep mutual satisfaction, it’s frequently fraught, often disturbing and occasionally dark.  I’m aiming for it to appeal to men and women alike by covering the unspoken battles for power which often accompany loving relationships with, of course, some surprising twists and turns along the way.”

What does this new author enjoy doing in his spare time? “Bodybuilding, music, dancing, good food and drink. Trying new things.”

Check him out at: www.brendonlancaster.com ‘