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A Mulligan for Bobby Jobe: A Novel

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I hesitated to begin this book, since I know nothing of golf and suspected it would be full of golf jargon I would have a difficult time deciphering. I was right, but the author so splendidly weaves a touching tale around the golf, that I fell in love with the story almost right away. Bobby Jobe is a professional golf player, playing the PGA tournament one day and being a pompous jerk to his caddie as usual, when suddenly a tragedy turns Bobby completely around. It doesn't help his caddie however, whom he calls "Greyhound" and whom he initially blames for the tragedy. "Greyhound" is actually our hero in this book and he is a figure to be reckoned with. He is as real and as life-like as an author can make a character, and he is also lovable and a great golf caddie. His real name is Henry Mote, he initially caddies for the arrogant and abrasive Bobby Jobe, until that one moment in time when a tragedy changes them both forever. The tides get reversed, and Henry finds himself in an awkward situation when he is asked to once again caddie for Bobby Jobe, but in a very different capacity. This book has everything you need for a great escape, buy it today!

I'll be honest, I don't like fiction books. But I've got to tell you, A Mulligan for Bobby Jobe has changed my mind. Mr. Cullen adds so much detail that the reader comes away with a sense of actually being in touch with the cast of limited characters and the events taking place. The twists and unpredictable turns make the book a truly unforgettable experience. You don't need to be a golfer or a fan of golf to enjoy this novel. Can lightning strike twice? Absolutely!

This book is extremely well written and provides amazingly vivid descriptions allowing the reader to picture everything in their mind. Whether you are an avid golfer or the weekend hacker, this story will keep you entertained from beginning to end. It touches your golfing funny bone and is a compelling HUMAN story as well.

Not just for golfers, it is for fathers, sons, mothers, girlfriends and anyone else who can pick up a book and read. The book reminds you that sometimes you can take a mulligan in life and get things right eventually!

It will make you laugh, cheer, get angry, maybe even bring a tear to your eye...and will definitely make you want to hit the links!

I picked up this book because I knew that Mr. Cullen had assisted Bob Rotella with writing his golf psychology books and wanted to see if Mr. Cullen's fiction was as clearly written. It was, and I found the writing to be extremely enjoyable. I also liked both the characters and the premise of the book. In watching Bobby Jobe struggle to regain his game after losing his sight and finding that he can succeed only when he allows himself to rely upon others, I was reminded that it is not a sign of weakness to ask others for help, but a sign of strength.

If you're like me and don't know a birdie from an eagle, you'll still enjoy this book. The characters are strong and the tale is not so much about golf as it is about losing and finding yourself. You may find yourself skimming through the intense golf-related stuff, but you'll probably be casting it as you read it, as I did!

I really thought this was a great book. True, as some reviewers have noted, the plot itself is a little predictable, though well constructed. But the value is not in where you go, but in how you get there. This book has so much insight into the game of golf and the world of professional golf that it more than makes up for any picky plot shots. I enjoyed it thoroughly, great character development as well. I put it ahead of the Dan Jenkins book by about 325 yards.

In the title for this review I indicate this book is one of the best and I don't mean as a book about golf, although it is certainly that. This is about so much more. It's about life, meeting challanges, dealing with adversity, and personal relationships, all wrapped up in a very interesting story about a professional golfer who after being blinded in a freak accident, finds that, with the help of others, especially his long suffering caddie, that he can again play the game and contend on the PGA Tour. How all of that happens is, of course, what the book is all about. It is funny, charming, inspiring and best of all, a wonderful story. Whether you play golf or not, you will find yourself captivated by this book.

This is a well written work with many plots occuring simulataneously: earthquakes and lightning strikes, schizoprhenia and egos and oh, yes, golf.

Cullen weaves all of this is into a readable, enjoyable romp through a comeback pro who becomes the agent for change for the Tour, for his caddie, for a family and for his therpaist.

This ends in unpredicable ending, but some of it you just knew from the start it had to end happy as it eventually turns out. The plot keeps you going, with its subtle twists and turns. Knowing there are more pages keeps you reading because you know it can't end like this.

Put it in the category with Flatbellies and The Green.

If you love golf or even if you don't, this book is for you. It is probably the best book I have read EVER. It is that good. It has every thing. It is funny,touching, and makes any other novel pale in comparision. You know when a book is so good it keeps calling your name? Well, this screams your name until you drop everything and go read it. I have read good books, but nothing ever this good. Go buy this NOW!

A Mulligan for Bobby Jobe: A Novel. It is all about never giving up on your self. Bobby, a golfer, is struck by lighting and goes blind. His determination should be an inspiration for us all. I hsve played with blind golfers. They understand the challenge, they have beaten me. Do not take then for granted.