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  • Paperback: 288 pages
  • Publisher: Harper Perennial; Original edition (January 27, 2009)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0061657166
  • ISBN-13: 978-0061657160
  • Product Dimensions: 5.3 x 0.7 x 8 inches
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  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (56 customer reviews)
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5.0 out of 5 starsBody Copy. It's in the details.
By Thomas A. Carver on February 10, 2009
Format: Paperback
I read this book in 2 sittings. As a huge fan of murder mysteries in general and Robert Parker's "Spenser Series" specifically I found Craven's 1st effort to be right on the money and very promising. Craven's P.I. character, Donald Tremaine, is a likeable loner, well-crafted and brimming with personality and character. Craven hits all the necessary beats of an effective crime novel but his book stands out through his ability pepper the story with a ton of wit while simultaneously weaving in heartfelt emotion and psychological intrigue. I was fully engaged throughout and am craving some more.
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5.0 out of 5 starsA laugh out loud page-turner that will keep you guessing
By Bookeloo on February 15, 2009
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I haven't enjoyed a book this much in ages. LOVED IT! Funny as hell and yet peppered with some genuinely moving insights into human nature. Oh yes, it's also a `whodunit' that draws you into the world of the upscale advertising scene when a titan of the industry is found murdered at his desk. The book follows former surfing champion turned detective, Donald Tremaine, who has been living the laid-back life in a Malibu trailer park. Catching waves and deciphering the Daily Jumble are the hallmarks of his day. That all changes when a good lookin' dame comes a-knockin' on his trailer for some assistance with a murder, and he finds himself pulled back into a life of crime solving. Get ready to ride shotgun with Donald as a fly on the wall on a fun ride through every nook and cranny of L.A., from the privileged world of old-money country clubs to the grittier environments of the city and everything in between. The people that Tremaine meets along the way are a real patchwork quilt of characters, and Craven has a gift for injecting a deep sense of reality into the story -- you feel that you are living it every step of the way. Underneath the humor and gumshoe narrative is a very astute depiction of human nature in all of its nuances. It's a fast ride that you won't want to miss. I read this book in two evenings and did not want it to end. Here's hoping there's a sequel in the works and that Donald Tremaine has many more cases to solve and we all get to go along for the ride.
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3.0 out of 5 starsAn oldie ...
By trashylasy on August 19, 2014
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An oldie but goodie ... this books reminds me of the series Magnum, PI with Tom Selleck. Now I really enjoyed watch the old Magnum series but this book reminds me of 'sort of' another Magnum. This book was ok to read and I am not disappointed that I read it...... enjoy reading
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5.0 out of 5 starsBody Copy is GREAT - 2 Surfs Up
By Alice on February 18, 2009
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I loved this book and could not put it down. I highly recommend it. Whether or not you like mystery/PI novels or not, this is a page turner with cool characters and great settings. I find it hard to believe that this is Craven's freshman effort - it reads like one of the greats. Buy it asap - you will not be disappointed.
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4.0 out of 5 starsI really liked this story and the author's writing style
By KarenC on July 31, 2014
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I really liked this story and the author's writing style. It takes place in Southern California where I lived for many years so I enjoyed reading about familiar places and neighborhoods, although I wish there was better editing. There is no Englewood, CA in the Los Angeles area, there's an Inglewood, CA. Those kinds of mistakes really irritate me. I especially liked the lead character - he was a bit different and a little edgy. I like that, too. I hope this author writes another with this character.
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4.0 out of 5 starsA little contrived
By William York on June 27, 2014
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First I liked the book and sorry he hasn't written any more. How can you not like a guy who likes jumbles (me too) and actually uses the word poseur a few times? But the solving of the crime - not to ruin the book for others - just stretches the credibility of the reader a little far. I also kind of wonder how many people keep the names of surfer stars so readily in their minds. But, yes it was a fun kind of read and worth the kindle cost - not $20 for a new hard cover. His last "hero" was a ping pong affecianato. Five points for strange heroes.
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4.0 out of 5 starsNot a Literary Classic, but an OK Read
By UtahPhotoGuy on November 2, 2014
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An interesting main character, but the narrative drags at times with "dead-end" details. If you like your mysteries with lots of red herrings, you will find a fine kettle of them here. Ultimately, when the real perp comes on scene, you know it instantly...the author flashes you such a superficial view of him that it is like highlighting him with a laser. Still, it was entertaining and I sure have read a lot worse on my Kindle.
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5.0 out of 5 stars1st novel? really?
By Anthony C. Foster on February 11, 2009
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I've read hundreds if not thousands of books in this genre and Craven's rookie effort is as solid as they come. The protagonist is extremly likeable and mixes a bit of the everyman with a bit of the man you want to be. The characters are textured and the plot pulls you in quickly. More than anything though this book is downright funny! Well done.
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I like the background story of surfing and personal tragedy influencing his detective decisions. It beats the common formula of a tough drunk. Read more

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