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King of the Moon: A Novel of Baja California [Hardcover]

Gene Kira (Author)

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Product Details

Hardcover: 342 pages
Publisher: Apples & Oranges Inc.; 1st edition (November 1996)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0929637038
ISBN-13: 978-0929637037
Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.1 x 1.3 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds

Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (18 customer reviews)

Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #564,845 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars The heart of the true bajacaliforniano is depicted here., January 2, 1999

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No other book about Baja California has ever eaten into my soul as Gene Kira's "King of the Moon." I have known and traveled throughout Baja for many, many years. I saw these people. I spoke to them. Through this book, Kira has brought composites of all of the people of this remarkable Mexican peninsula.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A Treasure!, July 22, 1998

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What a find! King of the Moon is that rare book with the power to change lives. This haunting and often harrowing story of life in a Baja fishing village is packed with intense imagery and colorful characters. This book is so satisfying I didn't want it to end. (I struggled to pace my reading to make the experience last longer.) It's a beautiful and bittersweet story written with consummate skill and filled with profound insight into the human condition. A treasure.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Strong compelling novel, September 28, 2001

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I came upon this book by accident and have recommended it highly. It has all the flavor of John Steinbeck, a powerful set of characters and a fine story line with humor and pathos. I hope Mr. Kira writes some more fiction for us to appreciate.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Best read
This may not be the "best" book I've ever read, but it certainly is my favorite. I read it over and over - whenever I want to feel good about the world. Read more

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5.0 out of 5 stars King of the Moon
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5.0 out of 5 stars Pour yourself a marguerita
On a whim I suggested this book to my reading group--as I would be hosting the meeting to discuss it and wanted an excuse to serve salsa and chips. It was a delight to read.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Looking forward to reading if it ever gets here
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Published on December 21, 1999 by leslie r outman

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the Best!
I loved, I laughed, I cried! This book truly captures the magic of the baja, and the special people who call it home or a home away from. Read more

Published on December 7, 1999 by Carol A. Schwartz

5.0 out of 5 stars Something about this cover...
I can feel the warmth of that rising sun everytime I look at the scene on this cover [we use it as our screensaver]. I'm sure I've been to this place. Read more

Published on October 9, 1999 by C. Wood (lttude26@ix.netcom.com)

5.0 out of 5 stars A sweet, lazy summer read that explains it all.
I'm a newspaper editor (read cynic) and have just had the opportunity to read King of the Moon and interview Gene Kira. Read more

Published on July 10, 1998

4.0 out of 5 stars I liked this book for its spirit and style.
Albert Camus said that the true writer lends a voice to those who can not speak, or write for that matter, for themsleves. Mr. Read more

Published on July 9, 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars More than a Pearl!
This marvelous novel is a lot more than a "book about Baja California". It is a rare invitation to join a village of fascinating characters you will never forget. Read more

Published on June 23, 1998 by hawleycox@aol.com

4.0 out of 5 stars If you love the Baja...
To say this in just a couple words, if you love Baja like I do, give King of the Moon a try. Gene Kira knows the people and the place and he tells a good tale. Read more

Published on June 18, 1998

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