Leni Zumas's writing crackles. Her books are sharp, bleak, funny, and possibly dangerous. When her collection of short stories, Farewell Navigator,...
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I have given this book to several people -- an 24 year old that loves the Sopranos and has recently gone to Vegas for the first time (bachelor party), a 66 year old for his birthday, and a 52 year old business associate. All have absolutely loved the book. The comments were: "Loved the short stories and the fact that they are all independent of one another."
"Gave them a new perspective on a town they love."
"Fun to read."
"Felt like they were chatting with the author in a coffee shop at the Riviera."
All in all -- I would definitely give this book again. Especially to the person who has everything. I also enjoyed the book and I'm a 45 year old gal who's been to Vegas a dozen or so times.
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When the Mob Ran Vegas by Steve Fischer
Book Gobbler 3, December 16, 2006
I have given this book to several people -- an 24 year old that loves the Sopranos and has recently gone to Vegas for the first time (bachelor party), a 66 year old for his birthday, and a 52 year old business associate. All have absolutely loved the book. The comments were: "Loved the short stories and the fact that they are all independent of one another.""Gave them a new perspective on a town they love."
"Fun to read."
"Felt like they were chatting with the author in a coffee shop at the Riviera."
All in all -- I would definitely give this book again. Especially to the person who has everything. I also enjoyed the book and I'm a 45 year old gal who's been to Vegas a dozen or so times.
GREAT Gift -- Highly recommended!