Cut Shot

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Summary: First class golf!
Review: I was very impressed with John R. Corrigan's first book, Cut Shot. Being a novice player, I enjoyed the expert golf analysis throughout the book; and think I learned from it! The story line is excellent, honesty v. dishonesty in the PGA; and I love the lead character, Jack Austin. Can't wait for the next Austin mystery to find out what's in Jack's and Lisa's futures.

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Summary: Review of Cut Shot
Review: If you like a good mystery, whether or not you play golf, you'll like John Corrigan's Cut Shot.Corrigan's hero, Jack Austin, is as likeable as any series hero going. Austin is a decent, idelistic guy who loves the purity of the PGA Tour so much that he's ready to sacrifice everything he loves to make sure the game isn't corrupted by underworld forces. Corrigan's knowledge of golf gives the novel its authenticity, and his knowledge of character and plot give the novel its page-turning intensity. Corrigan is a crime novelist to watch.

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Summary: Skillful Mystery
Review: Intrigue, pacing, suspense, well-organized plot, a dyslexic sleuth, and a love affair in jeopardy--all make this mystery a thrilling read, fast and entertaining. Especially strong are the skillful dialogue and thick description that give the novel a cinematic quality. The ending suggests more to come about these characters. I suspect a bright future for this author. If I were a fan of mysteries, thrillers, or golf (which I am not), I might give this a higher rating. But I don't know the genre, and thus I don't know how to compare it. Alas,Amazon wouldn't let me submit the review without a rating.

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Summary: Corrigan Hits the Sweet Spot
Review: John Corrigan's debut novel, Cut Shot is simply un-put-down-able. Well paced, every scene is charged with tension and the plotting is masterful. This unique mystery is written in taut, muscular prose, and Corrigan shows a keen eye for the telling detail as well as a great ear for dialogue. His hero, Jack Austin, is a stand-up guy with a devastating dry wit. This is a very good mystery, recommended for the golfer and non-golfer alike.

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Summary: Lost Sleep
Review: John: You cost me sleep. Last Friday evening I decided to start
"Cut Shot" and read myself to sleep. I did not put it down until I finished it. Great job - it was a very nice blend of mystery, a few putting tips (all of which I could use), and PGA information. I really look forward to your next book! I gather that Lisa and Jack will be characters in future books. Again, thanks much.

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Summary: Corrigan is on his game!
Review: This is a cleverly concieved story about an attempt by The Mob to infiltrate the PGA Tour and how one man's courage (and luck) exposes the effort and brings it down. It is not so much about golf, although there is enough of that and of inside information on the Tour to satisfy most golfers, as it is a mystery. Jack Austin is a 10 year non-winning member of the PGA Tour who is drawn in to a dangerous game by a fellow tour member who is being black mailed to alter his scores for the benefit of some very unsavory gamblers. The effort nearly costs Austin and his finacee, a golf commentator for CBS, their lives. The story is believeable and the plot will hold your attention all the way through this very notable first novel by the author.And there is more on the way we are told.