Final Fore (A Golf Lover's Mystery) [Large Print] [Hardcover]

Roberta Isleib (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 2006

At the bucolic Mount Holyoke college, Cassie Burdette is steeling her nerves for the US Open. When a rival is poisoned and she begins receiving strange e-mails and messages, she realizes that high-stakes competition can truly be murder.

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Editorial Reviews

Review

Isleib has given us a nice plot, fascinating descriptions of life in the golfing fast lane, and a complex and intriguing protagonist who is convinced that she may be the next murder target. --John Broussard, I Love a Mystery Newsletter

As in the prior novels in the series, Isleib draws upon her experience as a clinical psychologist in coming up with an appropriate resolution, while also imparting her professional insight into the reasons behind the threats to Cassie and the others. The finale gives us hope for Cassie s fictional future, both as a golfer and as an ever-maturing young woman. Is it any wonder that these books are such fun to read? --Fritz Schranck, Hole by Hole

Reading the Cassie Burdette series is simply a fun way to spend one's time. The pace flows nicely, the plot twists and turns with suspense, and Cassie's sense of humor and witty asides bring a lot of smiles. Charming, refreshing, and entertaining, this series leaves the reader anxious for the next. --Christy Tillery French, Authorsden.com --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the Author

New Jersey born clinical psychologist Roberta Isleib took up writing mysteries to justify too much bad golf. Her Cassie Burdette series featuring a neurotic golfer and a sports psychologist was nominated for an Agatha and two Anthony awards. DEADLY ADVICE, starring a psychologist/advice columnist, debuted in March, with PREACHING TO THE CORPSE to follow in December 2007. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 373 pages
• Publisher: Thorndike Press (August 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 078628837X
• ISBN-13: 978-0786288373
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,780,864 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

I'm a clinical psychologist and the author of DEADLY ADVICE (Berkley, March 2007), featuring advice columnist/psychologist Dr. Rebecca Butterman. The second in the series, PREACHING TO THE CORPSE, will be out in November 2007.

I've also written the Agatha and Anthony-nominated Cassie Burdette golf lover's mystery series, including SIX STROKES UNDER, A BURIED LIE, PUTT TO DEATH, FAIRWAY TO HEAVEN, and FINAL FORE. You don't have to love golf to love Cassie!

Read more at http://www.robertaisleib.com

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars I really enjoyed!, June 6, 2006

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Armchair Interviews (Minneapolis, MN) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Final Fore (Golf Lover's Mysteries) (Mass Market Paperback)

Professional golfer, Cassie Burdette has qualified to play in the U.S. Women's Open. It's the most prestigious women's golf event in the world and she'd better be at the top of her game because the competition is tough.

But Cassie's first run at the Women's Open is fraught with problems that test her ability to focus and play at a level that can make her a champion. Cassie's friend, Laura is unable to caddie for her because her father is critically ill; she's received a controversial invitation to play in the PGA Buick Championship; her love life is a mess; her family defines dysfunctional; a young amateur golfer is poisoned right before the tournament; and frightening e-mails, a disturbing note and a terrifying snow globe identify her as a target for someone with murder on their mind.

If Cassie isn't careful, she could be headed for a breakdown, or worse, she could turn up dead. Cassie Burdette's first Women's Open could be her last.

Roberta Isleib's Final Fore is a fast-paced mystery that will keep you turning the pages. Her characters are quirky, complex and oh, so interesting. I enjoyed Cassie's frailties and her willingness to learn from her experiences.

While the mystery is fun and compelling, it is the attention to detail about the game of golf that makes Final Fore a real winner. And what's fascinating is you don't have to be a golfer or even enjoy the game to be drawn in and find yourself absorbed in the minutia of the life of a touring professional.

Armchair Interviews says: Final Fore is a fun read. Check out Isleib's other novels: Six Strokes Under, A Buried Lie, Putt to Death, and Fairway to Heaven. It's a long hot summer and Isleib's mysteries will keep you happily occupied.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars evanovich lovers - check out isleib, December 17, 2006

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Nancy Bourgeois "Strong Women Can Be Fun" (denver colorado) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Final Fore (Golf Lover's Mysteries) (Mass Market Paperback)

I love the Stephanie Plum, by Janet Evanovich, series and am always on the look out for similar novelists. Roberta Isleib easily hits the mark with the Cassie Burdette series. Fun situations, nutty but lovable characters, witty dialog, and soft boiled mystery make for a great read!

5.0 out of 5 stars Final Fore, May 26, 2009

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Glenda C. Behm "Sugar Cain" (Berkeley Heights, NJ) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Final Fore (Golf Lover's Mysteries) (Mass Market Paperback)

Do enjoy this author's works and was thrilled to find this book that I had not previously read.