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The Winter of Frankie Machine (Vintage Crime/Black Lizard)by Don Winslow
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:The author of The Death and Life of Bobby Z. and The Power of the Dog now gives us a fierce and funny new novel — and a blistering new take on the Mafia story. Frank Machianno is a late-middle-aged ex-surf bum who runs a bait shack on the San Diego waterfront when he's not juggling any of his other three part-time jobs or trying to get a quick set in on his longboard. He's a stand-up businessman, a devoted father to his daughter, and a beloved fixture in the community. Frank's also a hit man. Specifically: a retired hit man. Back in the day, when he was one of the most feared members of the West Coast Mafia, he was known as Frankie Machine. Years ago Frank consigned his Mob ties to the past, which is where he wants them to stay. But a favor being called in now by the local boss is one Frank can't refuse, and soon he's sucked back into the treacherous currents of his former life. Someone from the past wants him dead. He has to figure out who, and why, and he has to do it fast. The problem is that the list of candidates is about the size of his local phone book and Frank's rapidly running out of time. And then things go really bad. Review:"Smoothly oiled, superbly assembled. . . . A traditional mob tale on steroids." The Providence Journal Review:"A gripping thriller. . . . Like his book's central figure, Mr. Winslow is good at what he does." The Wall Street Journal Review:"Graceful . . . . Wonderfully imagined. . . . Winslow's story explodes with . . . gritty realism." Pittsburg Tribune-Review Review:"Smart, staccato. . . . A reading experience of sustained intensity, with appealingly sleazy characters and an Elmore Leonard-like snap in the dialogue." The Plain Dealer Synopsis:Frankie Machianno, a hard-working entrepreneur, passionate lover, part-time surf bum, and full-time dad, is a widely recognized pillar of his waterfront community. He is also a retired hit man. Once better known as Frankie Machine, he was a brutally efficient killer. Now someone from his past wants him dead, and after a botched attempt on his life, Frankie sets out to find his potential killers. However, the list of suspects is longer than the California coastline. With the mob on his heels and the cops on his tail, Frankie hatches a plan to protect his family, save his life, and escape the mob forever. Then things get really complicated. About the AuthorDon Winslow is a former private investigator and consultant. He lives in California. What Our Readers Are SayingAdd a comment for a chance to win!Average customer rating based on 1 comment:
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