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Summary: An enjoyable read.
Review: What I liked most about this book was its creation and description of a world beneath the streets of New York City. Central to the plot is a community of New York City homeless folks, who, despite being long discarded by society, have a compelling existence, an intricate network of relationships, and a hierarchy. Quite interesting and affecting.A good read, especially if you're a fan of Saul.
Rating:
Summary: An enjoyable read.
Review: What I liked most about this book was its creation and description of a world beneath the streets of New York City. Central to the plot is a community of New York City homeless folks, who, despite being long discarded by society, have a compelling existence, an intricate network of relationships, and a hierarchy. Quite interesting and affecting. A good read, especially if you're a fan of Saul.
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Summary: THE CONVERSION OF SAUL
Review: When I finished "The Manhattan Hunt Club," I had to check to make sure it was really written by John Saul. I've always been a fan of Saul's novels, although many of them were so similar in theme and characterization, it's hard to tell them apart. However, with this shocker, Saul demonstrates his gift for characterization and riveting suspense.
Jeff Converse's fate is one of those "I Can't believe these idiots think this man is guilty." Once the seemingly impossible plot emerges (sort of a twisted "The Deadliest Game"), we follow Jeff's horrifying entrapment in the massive tunnels of New York. Add some really strong supporting characters such as his estranged parents, his undoubting girlfriend, and a heinous bunch of villains, you have quite a story here. Jagger, the ruthless killer, who becomes a friend to Jeff, is also a great character---couldn't help seeing Vin Diesel in the movie role. The real stars though are the homeless people. Particularly, the teenage Jinx. She's a really well-developed, fleshed-out character, whose bravery and perseverance, help Jeff immensely.
This, undoubtedly, is Saul's best book yet. His departure from a true "horror" novel to psychological suspense is welcoming, and one can only hope he keeps up the good work. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.
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