The Trapeze Swinger

"Him. 2D. I could see him even now, his goofy grin while holding the water gun like a hunting rifle, lining me down the sight. His hands ruffling my hair, one eye closed in a squint as if sizing me up, as if looking into the sun."

The year is 2003. Five months have passed since Gorillaz ended things terribly in a rented Hollywood Hills mansion after their movie deal was dropped. 2D is working at his fathers funfair in Eastbourne, collecting ticket stubs when he's not out prowling the streets with newfound friends to find the next lucky lady he'll leave lonely after a one night stand.

For Sloane McLeod, Tusspot Fairground is a chance for her and her brother Lou to start over after a run-in with the law back at home. Her plan is to lay low and turn up for work on time. Lou's the one who'll cover the wheeling and dealings, she's just gotta make sure she's around to keep him out of trouble, meaning no distractions. Especially not blue haired ones that come with black eyes and an adorably gap-toothed smile.