Bless Me, Father

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Summary: Best book I ever read
Review: Kriegel has a great sense of New York and brings his characters to life. As you read this book, you'll feel like you've known the character your whole life.
Having met Mark Kriegel and discussing the book with him, he is an author that is down to earth and extremely modest.
Great Read. Can't wait for more from Kriegel.

Rating:
Summary: does the trade proud
Review: Kriegel's Bless Me, Father is often lyrical and always important. Superbly written, exceptionally descriptive and perfectly plotted, there's more twists and turns than an old wooden rollercoaster. Loved it!

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Summary: No universal connection
Review: To me, this was a well written but small minded book, about a very limited world -- italian american, New york City, mafiosi, boxing. Unless your life touches on one of these catagories, you'll have a hard time relating to this book, because the author has an inability to go byond his subject to show me why I should care.