Tyler Knox

If there's a musical equivalent of a one hit wonder in the literary world then Tyler Knox is the holder of such a title. With only one novel to date, which was published over two years ago, Knox may not be scurrying up the book charts ever again. However that one novel, 'Kockroach', shines like a diamond in a coalmine.
Anyone who is familiar with Franz Kafka's short story "Metamorphosis", where a male turns into a cockroach, will notice that this notion has been turned on its thorax in this highly entertaining romp where a cockroach wakes up to find himself human. Now although this sounds very weird, and indeed it is, Knox makes it believable with his wonderful story telling ability. A mix of wit, love, rueful Kafkaesque reflection and human innocence all told in a flawless noir style make this a must read for humans and transformed cockroaches alike.… (mehr)