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Eve Missing

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Rarely have I read a book that is so absorbing. Right away the reader is pulled into the very colorful world of Smokey Annicelli - an ex-NYC cop. He's a very interesting, attractive guy, but he's got problems. And his problems only get worse when he takes on the case of missing Eve. She's a high fashion model with a lurid past. Her mentor is a beguiling and sophisticated fashion designer named Danielle Giroux.

She's just one of the many fascinating characters that bring this book so vividly to life. My favorite was Smokey's mysterious and influential friend Sabino Goldstick.

The book is rich with psychological complexity and atmosphere. But what made it so compelling for me were two things: One, the very human and sympathetic central character, Smokey. And, secondly, the mystery that keep me completely riveted until the end.

I had never heard of this writer until I came across a rave review of his book online. I've got to tell you that this guy can write. As a matter of fact, he's a whole lot better than practically every other contemporary mystery writer out there and this is his first book.

What does Eve Missing have to recommend it? A whole lot. Great lead characters, a whole line-up of colorful supporting characters, some sexy and emotionally complex women, a terrific plot, great scenary.... I could go on and on. The New York City settings are evocative and gritty, but I particularly liked the scenes in Miami and San Francisco and a philosophical surfer girl named Sunny, who I'm hoping will return in the next book.

Grab this one. You'll be very pleasantly surprised.

I read the book, it didn't interest me. It was not original and it was pretty bland. The author needs to learn more about plot development. He certainly doesn't like women very much. The book kind of reminded me of those lame romance novels with the enticing picture on the cover, the ridiculous characters and weak storylines. By the way, if a bj on the first page is action, big deal.

Of all the crime or mystery fiction I have consumed, and I have read hundreds, perhaps thousands, I have never been so appalled. From the stumble of a beginning to the blessed end, I tried to convince myself that this was parody, sarcasm or just a plain old goof.
What Eve is missing is plausiblity, character development, beliveable dialogue or the simplest sort of continuity. Russ Meyers will no doubt buy up the movie rights to this dog, with all its gratuitous sex, pointless wandering plot line and vapid point of view.
I had to imagine "Smokey", randy and irresistable, as resplendent in one of those ranger hats and sporting a pair of "Cleavers" as he stumbles his way through armies of high fashion model cum prostitutes, herky-jerkin' his way down this labyrinth of disconnected scenes and arcane dialogue on his way God knows where.
And speaking of dialogue, I have never, ever forced my way through such unmitigated, stilted tripe, never, not even close. I hung in there, praying that Colonel Klink would appear with the gang from Stalag 13.
How was this abomination published? How much were those "5 Star" reviewers paid to sully their names.
This was, without a doubt, the WORST BOOK (sic) I HAVE EVER HAD THE DISPLEASURE TO READ. When done here, I am burning my Kindle, as it is now meaningless to me . "Out, out, brief candle."

It took me a lot of discipline not to try to finish this one in one night,so it took exactly two sleepless nights to read the whole book.Very strong characters and a lot of surprises. And who would not like to have friends like Smokey has?
Looking very much forward to the next one.

On the advice of a friend I picked up this book. I literally couldn't put it down once I started reading. Author Pezzullo has created a very vivid, and sympathetic hero in Smokey Annicelli - the wounded ex-cop who searches for the missing Eve.

I can't remember another book I've read recently with a more fascinating lineup of supporting characters, from the warm, sophisticated fashion design Danielle Giroux, to Smokey's mentor Sabino Goldstick, to Sunny - the sexy beach girl Smokey meets in Miami. And there are more. Pezzullo brings all of them to life with tremendous skill.

The book is excellently plotted with many unanticipated twists and turns. You don't know where author Pezzullo is going to take you next. But it sure is an exhilarating ride. I'm looking forward to more from this author. In the meantime, I urge you to read this book.

What a terrific read. I ate up every page of it. Eve Missing starts with a bang and keeps picking up speed until the wild ending. It's sexy and smart with a complex and sympathetic main character. Like other top-notch books, it works on several levels. First, there's the central mystery of what happened to the fashion model Eve, which is very satisfying on its own. Second, there's the struggle of the detective Smokey Annicelli to reclaim his dignity and self-confidence after being shot. Third, there's a sizzling love story between Smokey and Eve's mentor, fasion designer Danielle Giroux.

Author Pezzullo keeps all the action moving at a fast clip. He's very skillful at creating real characters who are full of interesting quirks. His descriptions are colorful and lean and never bog down the action.

This book is not a thriller and it certainly isn't original. I should have put it down and left it down but I kept hoping a good character or plot would emerge, sad to say, it never happened. There isn't an original thought in the entire book, aside from an occasional "cute" character name. The fellow who wrote the first review must be a friend of the writer. The book is drivel.

I read this book on a recommendation. I'm not a big fan of mysteries. The characters usually seem thin to me and the plots uninteresting or preposterous. But this one is solidly plotted and peopled with fascinating real-life characters. I had a hard time putting it down. It's gritty in parts and sexy. I hope to read many more of Smokey's adventures in the future.

As far as I know, this is Pezzullo's first mystery. It's a winner from page one. Great pace, sympathetic character and twists and turns the kept me guessing until the climatic scene. And what a scene it is! This mystery moves from NYC, to Florida, to the West coast. But I especially liked the gritty NYC atmosphere. I'm recommending it highly to all my friends. Add Smokey Annicelli to the list of P.I.s you want to get to know better.