Whacking Jimmy : A Novel

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Summary: This book is great fun ...
Review: ... for mystery fans, tough guy fiction fans, mafia wannabes (you lookin' at me?) and anyone who enjoys a well-written novel with unique, quirky characters. The only other author who comes to mind is Elmore Leonard.

Give this book a try - I can't wait for his next effort.

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Summary: great premise but uneven execution
Review: I had great hopes for this comic novel with the comparisons made to Hiaasen on the book jacket- unfortunately the psuedonymous Wolf doesn't quite compare. Some of the offbeat, bizarre characters are present (ie, an ANGRY kangaroo in downtown Detroit) but I felt they could have been used to a fuller effect. I liked some of the dialogue and the pace was fine (kept me reading) but it just didn't have enough laughs for me to recommend it. However, at least I now know why Hoffa is never going to be found.

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Summary: A book that is just plain fun.
Review: I was not sure about this book but the title caught my eye.After the first three pages I was hooked.The characters are so well written,I thought they were in the room with me.When the Don's will was viewed,I laughed till my side hurt. If you are looking for one of the great works of fiction you will have to look elsewhere. But if you want a book that is light,funny and just plain fun this is the one for you!I read it in a day.