A Clod of Wayward Marl Author:Rick DeMarinis Critically acclaimed but underread Rick DeMarinis (Borrowed Hearts) turns his inimitable style to detective fiction in A Clod of Wayward Marl. — Assistant English professor Guido Tarkenen, beleaguered by drink, his prostate and his "electric knee-jerk" temper, vows daily to mend his ways, but meanwhile stumbles on a mul... more »tinational corporate plot involving virtual reality technology. Ribald and bighearted, our amped-up picaro might halt the pileup of bodies if he can stay sober long enough.« less