: Unlike Brett's more humorous works, this novel is described as a straightforward and chilling tale of entitlement.
" A Shock to the System " is most notably a by Simon Brett, later adapted into a 1990 cult classic film starring Michael Caine. The title has also been used for recent music releases by Daughtry and Tower. Film Review: A Shock to the System (1990) A Shock to the System
: Critics like Roger Ebert have lauded its ability to confound expectations, keeping the audience guessing until the very end. It is celebrated for its sharp critique of "Yuppie" culture and corporate greed. : Unlike Brett's more humorous works, this novel
The original novel is a standalone work, separate from Brett’s popular Charles Paris detective series. : Unlike Brett's more humorous works