Lifetime Loser [Paperback]

James Ross (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 27, 2008

FOR FIFTEEN YEARS ON THE OUTSKIRTS OF ST. LOUIS
J. W. SCHROEDER (J DUB) RAN A WORN OUT GOLF COURSE
THAT SAT HIGH ATOP THE ILLINOIS BLUFFS
OF THE MISSISSIPPI RIVER.
THEN HE LEARNS...

That his partner had been skimming profits the e

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Mr. Ross, a University of Missouri-Columbia graduate, is nothing more than a fifty-something man that was searching for a positive outlet to battle the economic ups and downs that most people experience. He went to a keyboard and let the words flow throu

Product Details

• Paperback: 328 pages
• Publisher: Xlibris (May 27, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1425782086
• ISBN-13: 978-1425782085
• Product Dimensions: 6 x 9 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,288,661 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

It took many years of living to fabricate a story. Once the words were put on paper the fingers worked non-stop. One story has generated several more.

The setting is Prairie Winds Golf Course. The site sits high atop the Mississippi river bluffs just east of St. Louis.

Enjoy the commentary on social issues, the eclectic cast of characters and the lessons that the game of golf provides to everyday living. Visit my world and join my growing list of readers!

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Must Read!, January 29, 2008

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Loma Rilla "Loma Rilla" (Des Peres) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Lifetime Loser (Paperback)

An excellent read! I was pleasantly surprised by how riveting the story was. My husband picked up this book at the country club a couple of months ago and told me how great it was. I don't play golf so I was in no hurry to read it. Last weekend I picked it up and couldn't put the book down. What a fascinating story! Who would have thought the gentlemen's game of golf could have such a twist. I found the story compelling and enlightening. I couldn't believe this great story was written by a first time author. I hope the author is planning to write more stories. He has what it takes to be on the Best Sellers list. How about a sequel to this story James Ross?

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good Golf Story, September 23, 2008

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Book Worm (Canton, GA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Lifetime Loser (Paperback)

Mr. Ross has combined interesting facets in his book "Lifetime Loser". Golf and cheating have always co-existed, but not in such an entertaining way!

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Read, excellent gift, Golfer or not!!, March 2, 2011

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florence bivens - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Lifetime Loser (Paperback)

Love James Ross style writing. Grabs your interest from beginning, never lets go!! From loving the youngster,J Dub,through following his years to becoming father, himself, aching as he struggles to be a good provider, celebrating his chance to run a golf course . . life seemed so good. He couldn't know the struggles ahead, having innocently partnered with not so innocent guys. Not only 'not so innocent' but downright dirty crooked men.

From loving golf courses, the beauty and care given them, watching much golf on TV, knowing 'it's a gentleman's game', I was fascinated with the twists and turns the book takes.

Couldn't put it down, read in two afternoons. Fourth of James Ross books I've read, love them all! Looking forward to book #5, James!! ( My very favorite, so far, is still 'OPUR'S BLADE!!).

Flo Bivens