Gotcha!: Tales from a Black-Belt Bounty Hunter (Hardcover)

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"Due for September release, the stories are well-told. Gotcha! is a fast-paced true-crime story with a little philosophy and martial arts mixed in."--KnoxNews.com

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GOTCHA! is an account of the adventures of Joseph Laney, a longtime professional fugitive recovery agent—i.e., a bounty hunter—and martial arts instructor. When tracking and apprehending bail jumpers-from common street thugs to la crème de la scum- Joseph Laney uses his martial-arts-trained hands and feet, conventional weapons whenever necessary, and most of all, his mind, to wend his way through the risky business at hand. With CSI-like attention to detail, GOTCHA! shows the reader not just what Laney does in his pursuit of scofflaws, but how and why he does it, and even why--sometimes--he doesn't.

An intriguing mix of true crime and law enforcement narrative, musings on the philosophy of martial arts and the meaning of life, and the reflections of a decent man keeping his compass through situations and places where decency seems irrelevant, GOTCHA! is a fascinating, often humorous, look at the gritty reality of crime and the courts-and the people working both sides of the law.

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Product Details Hardcover: 272 pages Publisher: The Lyons Press (September 1, 2004) Language: English ISBN-10: 1592285457 ISBN-13: 978-1592285457 Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.2 x 1.1 inches Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies) Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews) Amazon.com Sales Rank: #527,086 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews 4 of 5 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Modern-Day Adventure Story, October 21, 2004 By  Jana Costa (New York) - See all my reviews Whether you're a martial artist, an ordinary person looking to pick up a few self-defense tips or just a fan of great adventure stories, you're sure to love "Gotcha! Tales from a Black Belt-Bounty Hunter," written by Cyn Mobley and Joseph Laney. The story details the adventures of modern-day bounty hunter Joe Laney, who gets to chase down bad guys, tell a few jokes, kick some butt -- and learn some valuable life lessons along the way. Think Indiana Jones meets Janet Evanovich's Stephany Plum -- lots of derring do plus plenty of quirky humor, all told in an entertaining, down-to-earth voice that will make you feel like you're taking the journey right along side the author. Even better, these adventures are no made-for-TV movie fantasies -- they're real life tales from a real life good guy who tracks down and captures real life criminals. And this bounty hunter always gets his man! You'll want to quit your job and sign up -- who knew chasing bad guys could be this much fun? It's a fast, compelling, lively read that will keep you turning the pages long into the night. The characters are quirky, funny, likeable and so life like, they practically jump off the page. In fact, you'll wish you had a friend like Joe Laney to share funny stories and real life adventures as one of the last of the Good Guys. The martial arts background is authentic and seamlessly interwoven throughout the story, and readers will not only find Gotcha! entertaining, they'll also come way learning a thing or two about self defense. Put this on your must-read list -- and buy two! It makes a great gift! --Jana Costa 3 of 4 people found the following review helpful: 5.0 out of 5 stars Fast-paced and compelling!, October 12, 2004 By  Beth A. Amos - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)    I recently had the pleasure of reading this book co-written by Joseph Laney and Cyn Mobley. Cyn is a long-time friend of mine and one heck of a writer whose credits include 23 books. Her pacing, timing, and suspenseful style is very evident in this page-turning tale that highlights several weeks in the life of real-life bounty hunter, Joseph Laney. Laney shares the ups and downs of his profession with both humor, compassion, and a wily sense of human nature born from his experiences dealing with a less-than-savory (and sometimes not so bright) segment of society. He also shares his insights and knowledge of Isshinryu karate (he is a black belt and master instructor) and offers glimpses of his family life. Laney's story is both compelling and entertaining, particularly when he highlights some of the foibles of the criminals he brings to justice. His tactics are ingenious and occasionally a bit "out there" (his capture of one criminal who is caught naked in flagrante delicto with his large-sized girlfriend is a gut-buster!) but his humanity and sense of justice are what really shine through. Overall this is a fast-paced, fun read that will keep you riveted for hours.		Ad feedback   Search Customer Reviews Only search this product's reviews

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 272 pages
• Publisher: The Lyons Press (September 1, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1592285457
• ISBN-13: 978-1592285457
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.2 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #527,086 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Modern-Day Adventure Story, October 21, 2004

By	Jana Costa (New York) - See all my reviews

Whether you're a martial artist, an ordinary person looking to pick up a few self-defense tips or just a fan of great adventure stories, you're sure to love "Gotcha! Tales from a Black Belt-Bounty Hunter," written by Cyn Mobley and Joseph Laney.

The story details the adventures of modern-day bounty hunter Joe Laney, who gets to chase down bad guys, tell a few jokes, kick some butt -- and learn some valuable life lessons along the way. Think Indiana Jones meets Janet Evanovich's Stephany Plum -- lots of derring do plus plenty of quirky humor, all told in an entertaining, down-to-earth voice that will make you feel like you're taking the journey right along side the author.

Even better, these adventures are no made-for-TV movie fantasies -- they're real life tales from a real life good guy who tracks down and captures real life criminals. And this bounty hunter always gets his man! You'll want to quit your job and sign up -- who knew chasing bad guys could be this much fun?

It's a fast, compelling, lively read that will keep you turning the pages long into the night. The characters are quirky, funny, likeable and so life like, they practically jump off the page. In fact, you'll wish you had a friend like Joe Laney to share funny stories and real life adventures as one of the last of the Good Guys.

The martial arts background is authentic and seamlessly interwoven throughout the story, and readers will not only find Gotcha! entertaining, they'll also come way learning a thing or two about self defense.

Put this on your must-read list -- and buy two! It makes a great gift!

--Jana Costa

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fast-paced and compelling!, October 12, 2004

By	Beth A. Amos - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I recently had the pleasure of reading this book co-written by Joseph Laney and Cyn Mobley. Cyn is a long-time friend of mine and one heck of a writer whose credits include 23 books. Her pacing, timing, and suspenseful style is very evident in this page-turning tale that highlights several weeks in the life of real-life bounty hunter, Joseph Laney. Laney shares the ups and downs of his profession with both humor, compassion, and a wily sense of human nature born from his experiences dealing with a less-than-savory (and sometimes not so bright) segment of society. He also shares his insights and knowledge of Isshinryu karate (he is a black belt and master instructor) and offers glimpses of his family life.

Laney's story is both compelling and entertaining, particularly when he highlights some of the foibles of the criminals he brings to justice. His tactics are ingenious and occasionally a bit "out there" (his capture of one criminal who is caught naked in flagrante delicto with his large-sized girlfriend is a gut-buster!) but his humanity and sense of justice are what really shine through. Overall this is a fast-paced, fun read that will keep you riveted for hours.