Kill Whitey (Hardcover)

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From Publishers Weekly

Stoker-winner Keene (Ghoul) delivers a lot of gore but little else that's memorable in this horror novel set in central Pennsylvania. Larry Gibson, a package-loader for Globe Package System, becomes fascinated with Sondra Belov, a dancer at the Odessa, a strip joint owned by Zakhar Putin, a mysterious Russian known as Whitey. After one visit to the club, Gibson is surprised to find Sondra hiding under his car. When he helps her escape from Whitey, he discovers he's made an enemy of an apparent immortal, who bounces back after being shot, eviscerated and otherwise mortally injured. Sandra explains that Whitey, a descendant of Rasputin, has inherited remarkable regenerative powers. Readers may find Gibson's transformation from an average guy to a master fighter who can hold his own against the monstrous Whitey less than convincing. (Dec.)
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Product Details

• Hardcover: 304 pages
• Publisher: Cemetery Dance Pubns; Trade Hardcover edition (April 29, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1587671786
• ISBN-13: 978-1587671784
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.3 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #770,438 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Fun, Quick Read, May 18, 2008

By	Kenneth W. Clifford "Bibliophile" (Fort Lauderdale, Florida USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Okay, this one takes a great deal of suspended belief, but if you put that aside, it's a great way to spend a couple of evenings. The Publisher's Weekly review pretty much provides the synopsis and lets slip Whitey's secret, but even so, it's a must read for Keene fans and fans of the Thriller/Horror genres. While Keene does not yet possess the ability to get you to buy the fantastic elements of the story the way King can, Keene can nonetheless write. His style is extremely visual and cinematic and his dialogue is always clear and true. Not sure if it was Keene's intent or not, but this work was very Koontz-like in its pacing and execution. That is to say: Koontz in his prime; not Koontz of late. Think CHASE, COLD FIRE, or any of the Leigh Nichol's books. What I also enjoyed was the extra layer Keene added with references to his othe works. I always look forward to each new offerning by Mr. Keene and KILL WHITEY was no exception. Recommended. Can't wait for GHOST WALK!

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Another great story from Keene, June 1, 2008

By	Chad Botchlet (Cashion, OK) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Kill Whitey is the latest release from Brian Keene, and it's a little different than his usual stories. I really really liked this and would highly recommend it to both regular Keene fans and new readers.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Read this book!!!, June 24, 2008

By	Lesley Conner (Smithsburg, MD USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Brian Keene is one of my all time favorite authors. His books are fun, quick reads, and really get the imaginative juices flowing. Kill Whitey is no exception. It is an extremely fast paced, visceral and brutal story. There isn't a point where you can break away and take a breather. No, this is a book that hooks you in and drags you along for the ride of your life.