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Summary: New Characters on the Scene
Review: I loved the character of Paris Minton. Maybe it's because he's a bookworm like me. He is smart enough to start his own business and, as a very easy going person, he would rather be left alone with the books he loves than get into anyone's business. But what kind of murder mystery would we have if that were allowed to happen? After a visit from a beautiful dame in distress, Paris finds himself in search of murderers, an arsonist, and a fortune in stolen money.
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Summary: A Cool Read
Review: I really enjoyed reading this detective tale. The character development was challenging, and I think Mosley truly knows how to create effective transitions. The ending was kind of to be expected, but I like how Mosley takes his time to get there. The story-lines between Minton, Love, and the "scarred woman" are very intriguing and somewhat take precedence over Fearless' interventions throughout L.A., almost to mis-name the book to its actual could-be title. I also like the "bully's" role, with classic lines such as 'Wher de girl?'Mosley also shows that he can be very sensual and dramatically image-laden with his language. More important is the fact that Mosley writes an intelligent tale of African American life, especially in the turbulent times of the past, but also contextually relatable to contemporary ideal. The book encourages black business relations and entrepreneurship and further literacy within the community. I would like to see this tale on the big screen. Perhaps a studio could pick it up, if Mosley gets a superb movie rendering. Definitely read this book.
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Summary: Not Easy But good
Review: I was skeptical to pick this book up since I am such an Easy Rawlins fan, however, since I really enjoy the author's work I thought I would take a chance. It was a great read, not fantastic or as suspenseful as "Black Betty" my favorite Easy novel, but I kept turning the pages. Our protagonist is a bit whimpy but smart. His big faithful friend, Fearless, keeps him alive when he does not have the muscle to do it himself. Some sequences seemed a bit farfetched for the period, i.e., two black men living alone with a white woman and they weren't servants, a black man kisses a white woman full on the lips in broad daylight and in front of her husband, all the dead bodies that pile up and the police don't immediately arrest and convict these two black men for these crimes, since most of the dead are white. But even with these little flaws the book was still good. I enjoyed it and would recommend it to all the Mosely fans. GG
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Summary: Not Feeling "Fearless"
Review: I'm a huge fan of Walter Mosley, but "Fearless Jones" just didn't do it for me. Too many characters, too many twists and turns, all to end up very simply, leaving the reader with the feeling that the book, and mystery, could've ended and been resolved 100 pages earlier. Fearless Jones is no Eazy Rawlins...
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Summary: Twice the Price
Review: I'm reviewing the price not the book!
I have not read this book but it looks very good. I was hoping to get it on CD for those long drives to work but Whoa! Have you seen the price? $56 for an unabridged CD of a book that's only 300+ pages? In contrast, its' sequel is 400+ pages and the unabridged CD only costs $18! Is this a typo Amazon? or has the publisher gone mad?
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Summary: Sistah Circle Reviewers Need To "Read Higher"
Review: I'm sorry, but as a conniseur of literature and an avid fan of works penned by African-American authors, I have to disagree with the review written by the Sistah Circle Bookclub. What is there not to understand about this writing? Walter Mosely is a master at his craft. And why is it that nearly every review written by JeT is derogatory except for those books that are on the level of children's literature? She never seems to "get" the essence of black fiction or to "understand" the context in which a story has been written. Perhaps instead of wasting time posting horrendous reviews this reader should learn to strive higher for understanding of literature and study writing to determine what is worthy and what is not. How someone can be so well-read and still fall short of digesting and internalizing good writing is beyond me. Maybe these reviewers should write their own books and then read and review them amongst their bookclub members. What qualifies them to judge great fiction if they are not educated and worldly enough to even "get it"??
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Summary: Top of the line novel
Review: In 1954 Watts, Paris Minton feels very proud of himself because though he is a rare black shopkeeper, his used bookstore makes enough money to pay his bills. However, his world bursts apart when Elana Love enters his establishment and asks Paris a few questions about a former neighbor, a local church headed by Reverend Grove, that recently moved out in the middle of the night. A few minutes later, Leon Douglas enters the bookstore and begins beating Paris up while asking where Elana went. Only the arrival of neighborhood kids keeps Paris from a thrashing that could have killed him. After Leon leaves, Elana reappears from her hiding place. Paris drives her to meet a Sol Tannebaum, but soon a car follows and fires shots at Leon. They escape and take a hotel room for the night. Elana seduces Paris, but in the morning she is gone and so is his money, credit cards, and car. When he goes to his store, he sees a burned out structure. Knowing he needs help, he bails out his friend FEARLESS JONES. Now the action begins. Walter Mosley is the top dog when it comes to historical urban noirs with a sense of humor. His latest tale, FEARLESS JONES, is fabulous as he highlights a piece of Americana through his strong cast. The players line up early, but that just adds to the excitement of a top-notch thriller. Hopefully Mr. Mosley will return us to Paris for more fearless stories of 1950s America. Harriet Klausner
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Summary: An unlikely mystery team
Review: Mosley proves after his short hiatus from mystery writing, that he still has it. Paris Minton and Fearless Jones, the unlikely mystery-solving duo captivate the reader like Easy and Mouse. Both characters were very well-developed, and Mosley made mention of several lesser known characters in his Easy series. I look forward to more action from these two new characters.
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Summary: 1950's L.A. Comes Alive.
Review: Mosley's first new mystery in 5 years is great. In 1950's L.A. Paris Minton and war hero Fearless Jones team up to meet women, fight racism, and beat the bad guys. And the bad guys include the L.A. cops. Paris Minton is the hero of the book. He is an ordinary guy who expects injustice, but who will not tolerate it. And he has a great sense of humor.
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Summary: Mosley Moves Mountains!!
Review: No one!! Absolutely no one writes like Mosley and again he has written a monumental manuscript. Worth every bit of money spent on it!!
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