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Summary: Boring, predictable and unbelievable
Review: After reading this book ( or the better part of it) I turned to the reviews and was amazed by the number of positive reviews, starting to think that I would have missed something.Where is the time that publishers and editors advised a debuting writer on things like plot development. Although the story is nicely written ( hence the two stars) the plot is non-sensical. It is a sequence of violence and utterly unbelievable actions by characters both on the "wrong" and on the "right" side. What do you do when you discover a body? Yes, like every normal person, you go in, trash it and than burn the building... I have no sympathy at all for the main character. After the way he behaved in his quest for the murderer of his brother, there is only one place for him and that is in a cell next to his enemies. I enjoy reading hard boiled thrillers as much as the next guy, but you have to find something sympathetic in the protagonist otherwise it bores quickly. Finally some writers think that you have to maximize the number of twists in a novel and Mr. Stewart is certainly of that school. In doing it, however, he becomes utterly predictable in the development of the story. It is only a first novel, and he can write, witnessing his description of the environment in Alabama, so I hope the next one will be given a bit more thought and editorial care.
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Summary: Excellent Character Development
Review: I happened to read this book while visiting family in Tuscaloosa. The author's descriptions of the Alabama countryside were perfect. I really cared about each of the characters he presented. I've already purchased one of the sequels, Dog Island--hoping to follow the relationships between some of the same characters, and looking forward to his exciting storytelling. I think this author is as good as Grisham--just a matter of time until he's "discovered."
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Summary: Excellent Character Development
Review: I happened to read this book while visiting family in Tuscaloosa. The author's descriptions of the Alabama countryside were perfect. I really cared about each of the characters he presented. I've already purchased one of the sequels, Dog Island--hoping to follow the relationships between some of the same characters, and looking forward to his exciting storytelling. I think this author is as good as Grisham--just a matter of time until he's "discovered."
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Summary: Page turner... true. But more like a Jerry Springer Show.
Review: I live in the area that is so well portrayed in this book. It hooked me completely in the opening sentence. Tom McInnes is a very interesting character, as well his secretary and pal Joey. This book is well planned and completely held my attention. I read this book non-stop. I could not ever figure out what was going to happen next. Mike Stewart's attention to detail was excellent as well as interesting. It accurately described the region as well as capturing the essence of the south. I am off today to find the other books Mike Stewart has written! What a find!
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Summary: Why I loved this book....
Review: I live in the area that is so well portrayed in this book. It hooked me completely in the opening sentence. Tom McInnes is a very interesting character, as well his secretary and pal Joey. This book is well planned and completely held my attention. I read this book non-stop. I could not ever figure out what was going to happen next. Mike Stewart's attention to detail was excellent as well as interesting. It accurately described the region as well as capturing the essence of the south. I am off today to find the other books Mike Stewart has written! What a find!
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Summary: Good as, if not better than Grisham
Review: I wrote because the other reviews are so gushing in their praise of this book. It is quite good, but it can be a little bit predictable at times. There are too many fist-fights, which the hero always wins. Also, the ending is an improbable "deal" between the hero and the villian. The hero also seems to find everything he is seeking without having to work too hard. In its favor the author does a good job describing his characters, including their flaws.
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Summary: Wonderful thriller!!
Review: Mike Stewart will be one of those authors to watch over the next several years. I live in Mobile, Alabama, and was just thrilled to read a book set near where I live. Stewart does a masterful job of developing characters, providing insight into several different mentalities. And the twists and turns of this book - amazing!!Mo
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Summary: Better than Grisham
Review: This is the best book I have read in a long time! Hard to believe it's his first novel - Stewart writes like an experienced author. The book is a page-turner. And it is refreshing to read a story set in the south that is realistic and minus the corny stereotypical characters. Buy this book - you will not be disappointed! Looking forward to many more from this talented writer.
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Summary: Excellent Reading!
Review: Wow! What a wonderful book! Mike Stewart does an excellent job in developing each character to the fullest. All the twist and turns within each chapter keeps you wondering until the very end. I myself am not a huge fan of true crime or mystery novels but this book is amazing. I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys mystery, suspense, and even a love trianle or two.
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