November 4, 2026

Year: 2026

Easy Crime 01 Kindle Edition
Book 1 of 4: Easy Crime

Then I saw him. Robby.

He hadn’t changed much. Still the same lean build, the same unsettlingly calm demeanor that had always made me both wary and fascinated. His eyes, though, held a sharper glint, a honed edge that spoke of survival in a world even harsher than the one behind bars. He was a predator, disguised in the sheep’s clothing of a casual acquaintance, and the way he sat at the bar, radiating an aura of dangerous nonchalance, sent a chill down my spine… #Crime #Fiction #KU #Readers #Thriller #Kindle #Audible

Easy Crime 02 Kindle Edition
Book 2 of 4: Easy Crime

The air hung thick and heavy, a humid blanket clinging to the skin even in the pre-dawn chill. The city, normally a cacophony of distant sirens and rumbling traffic, was unusually quiet, punctuated only by the rhythmic tremor that vibrated through the very foundations of the buildings… #Crime #Fiction #KU #Readers #Thriller #Kindle #Audible #Series

Easy Crime 03 Kindle Edition
Book 3 of 4: Easy Crime

Marva took a slow sip of her drink, her expression unreadable. “Midnight’s risky, Robbie. The place is usually crawling with people that late.” Her voice was flat, devoid of any emotion, a stark reflection of her hardened exterior. Years spent surviving in the unforgiving landscape of the city’s underbelly had honed her survival instincts, turning her into a creature of stark pragmatism. She had seen too much death, too much violence, to afford herself the luxury of fear or sentimentality. #Crime #Fiction #KU #Readers #Thriller #Kindle #Audible #Series

Easy Crime 04 Kindle Edition
Book 4 of 4: Easy Crime

Jenna clutched the strap of her worn messenger bag, her knuckles white. Her gaze was fixed on the two figures illuminated by the erratic neon. One was a burly man, his face obscured by the deep shadow cast by a baseball cap pulled low, his frame hunched as if carrying the weight of the world, or perhaps just the heavy duffel bag clutched between his hands. #Crime #Fiction #KU #Readers #Thriller #Kindle #Audible #Series

Supertramp Overview

  • Formation: Supertramp was formed in London, England in 1969 by Rick Davies and Roger Hodgson.
  • Early Years: The band’s early work was marked by frequent lineup changes and a more experimental, progressive sound.

Breakthrough and Success

  • Breakthrough Album: Supertramp’s breakthrough album “Crime of the Century” was released in 1975, featuring hits like “School” and “Bloody Well Right”.
  • Commercial Success: The band achieved significant commercial success with albums like “Breakfast in America” (1979), “Even in the Quietest Moments” (1977), and “Famous Last Words… and More” (1980).
  • Top Songs:
  • “The Logical Song”
  • “Take the Long Way Home”
  • “Breakfast in America”
  • “Goodbye Stranger”
  • “It’s Raining Again”

The “Trip Across the Water” Theme

  • Inspiration: The song “Take the Long Way Home” features lyrics about taking a trip across the water, but it’s not about a specific geographic location. Instead, it’s more about the emotional journey and the sense of disconnection.
  • Roger Hodgson’s Perspective: In an interview, Roger Hodgson explained that the song was about “the pain of being on the road and being away from the people you love” and the desire to find a sense of home and connection.

Band Members

  • Founding Members:
  • Rick Davies: Keyboards, vocals
  • Roger Hodgson: Guitar, keyboards, vocals (left in 1983)
  • Other Notable Members:
  • John Helliwell: Saxophone, woodwinds
  • Dougie Thomson: Bass (left in 1988)
  • Bob Siebenberg: Drums

Interesting Facts

  • Supertramp’s music often explores themes of alienation, social commentary, and personal relationships.
  • The band’s name “Supertramp” comes from a book by W.H. Davies, “The Autobiography of a Super-Tramp”, which explores the life of a homeless person in the early 20th century.
  • Roger Hodgson’s distinctive vocals and songwriting style were a key part of Supertramp’s sound, and his departure from the band in 1983 marked a significant change in their musical direction [1][2].

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