Their bosses have finally had it with Arthur Bryant and John May's odd way of solving crimes. The Peculiar Crimes Unit has been dissolved and while May seems to be taking it well, Bryant is depressed and sitting at home in his bathrobe.

But when Londoners are being killed by a half-man/half- beast figure who has knives on his antlers, those same bureaucrats who wanted Bryant and May to tow the line realize they may have made a hasty decision. While still "disbanding" the unit, the two sleuths are allowed to solve this crime, so London doesn't get a bad rep before the 2012 Olympic Games.

If you haven't immersed yourself in this series, you are missing books that have it all -- characterization, plot, humor and excellent writing. When you enter Fowler's world, you won't want to leave. This seventh book in the series doesn't disappoint. An intriguing, complex plot vies with the strong emotions of each PCU member to capture the reader's interest and create a long night of page-turning fun. Can't wait for #8!