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Gambler's Star: Six Fami [Mass Market Paperback]

Nancy Holder (Author)
4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)


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Gambler's Star October 1, 1998
A simple shuttle ride away, Moonbase Vegas has become a mecca for wheelers and dealers, movers and shakers, players and hangers-on -- and a bagman named Deuce McNamara. Working for one of the six controlling families, the Borgiolis, Deuce is tapped to confront the greatest threat to the sprawling, laser-lit metropolis. Billionaire and empire builder Hunter Castle arrives on the moon with plans to open a new casino, throwing the families into a panic. Playing for high stakes, Deuce enacts the duel roles of spy for the families and agent for Castle. But Deuce realizes that the cutthroat game isn't just about controlling Moonbase Vegas. It's about controlling the Moon itself.

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About the Author

Nancy Holder has written a number of science fiction and horror novels, as well as more than 100 SF, fantasy and horror short stories.

Product Details

  • Mass Market Paperback: 352 pages
  • Publisher: Harper Voyager (October 1, 1998)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0380793121
  • ISBN-13: 978-0380793129
  • Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 4.1 x 1.1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,739,196 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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I am the New York Times bestelling coauthor of the New York Times bestselling WICKED, CRUSADE, and THE WOLF SPRINGS CHRONICLES series, all written with Debbie Viguié.

The first book in the Wolf Springs Chronicle series is titled UNLEASHED, on sale date 11/22/2011. Our book trailer is showing in select theaters before TWILIGHT: BREAKING DAWN, and DVD samplers are being handed out, too. We have received wonderful reviews for UNLEASHED. Here are just a few:

Livin' Life Through Books -5 Stars
"A seriously great read! I loved the paranormal world that Kat is suddenly thrust into. Very creepy and was immediately hooked in the beginning. I loved the romance triangle between Kat, Trick, and Justin, and couldn't get enough." - Felicia

Nightly Reading - 5 Stars
"I love the cover of this book. After reading the book in its entirety, I realized just how appropriate the cover really is with the full moon and the woods in the background."

365andMe - 5 Stars
" From the get-go, this young adult werewolf story had me hooked...Bottom line, I can't wait to read book two. This is my first book by Nancy Holder and Debbie Viguié. I enjoyed it so much, I'd like to try another series while waiting for book two of the Wolf Springs Chronicles to come out."

"If you love Nightshade, or Kelley Armstrong you will definitely like this book, it has love, betrayal and A LOT of mystery. A great read." -- Siobhan Reads a Lot (blog)

Avid Reading in NV - 5 Stars
"I loved this book from page one, haven't been able to put it down till i just finished it."

Mundie Moms - 4.5 Stars
"This is a classic paranormal read! It's dark, thrilling and one I quickly devoured. I've read a lot of enjoyable wolf books this year, and this one is definitely at the top of my list. Nancy and Debbie's enticing blend of mystery, suspense, passion, love and loyalty made for a story that was hard to put down." - Katie

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I am also the author of the POSSESSIONS series, for young adults, about a haunted boarding school, where the mean girls are EVIL. The BookKidsBLog says, "Possessions is the novel Stephen King would written if he'd been asked to write Gossip Girl." As I am a HUGE Stephen King fan, this made my head spin around like that poor little girl in The Exorcist.

I have also written some fairy tale retellings as well as tons of what we call "tie-in" books--which are based on TV shows and movies. My tie-ins include HELLBOY, SMALLVILLE, SAVING GRACE, BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER, ANGEL, and others.

I was born in California and have lived in Germany and Japan. I was a ballet dancer for a while but after an injury I gave that up. I attended the University of Hawaii and graduated from the University of California at San Diego. I am also a faculty member of the Stonecoast MFA in Creative Writing Program, offered through the University of Southern Maine.

I live in San Diego with my wonderful daughter, Belle, our sweet Corgis Panda and Tater, and our three cats, David, McGee, and Kittnen Snow Vampire. I love to travel and watch STARGATE SG-1, CHUCK, DR.WHO, TEEN WOLF, and CASTLE.

 

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars The most enjoyable book that I've read in recent memory., November 27, 1998
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This review is from: Gambler's Star: Six Fami (Mass Market Paperback)
The Man in the Moon is a Don. The Earth has become a Puritan's dream, so if you want to have any fun, you have to go to the Moon. Moonbase Vegas, that is. But never forget to pay your respects to The Six Families, though, as they run the place. Think Pulp Fiction meets The Moon is a Harsh Mistress. Now meet Deuce McNamara, adopted son of the lowliest of the Six, and all-around nice wiseguy. He's caught up in the biggest shake-up since The Families took over. If he can stay alive, he might just come out with a nice piece of the action. Viola. Nancy Holder is a very accomplished and award-winning author of horror, romance and media tie-ins. The Six Families is her first major foray into original science fiction and, quite simply, the most enjoyable book I've read in recent memory. As this is only Gambler's Star: Book One, she'll obviously be around for awhile, and for that - mille grazie. So all you fans of TV's Vegas and Wiseguy, and you fans of a good story, take note: You don't want to miss these. Capisce? --PMH
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Good read, September 9, 2003
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This review is from: Gambler's Star: Six Fami (Mass Market Paperback)
I can honestly say I was surprised by this book. It was given to me as a gift and I had initially dismissed it after reading the back cover. I thought it was just some cheezy Mafia knock off.

I picked it up again a month later and read the first few pages. I was immediately hooked and couldn't put the damn book down! I'm trying to track down the rest of the series now...

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5.0 out of 5 stars SF Meets The Godfather--with style., June 30, 1999
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You don't have to be a fan of mob films and books to enjoy this first novel in the Gambler's Star trilogy. Author Holder has taken a unique, cleverly satirical view of the Moon's future, and told her story with wit, style, and an ingenuity difficult to find in sf these days. Once you realize that, of all things, toilet paper is the black market currency of choice, you know you're in for one heck of a grand ride.
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