Synopses & Reviews
Edward G Robinson is in Las Vegas researching his new movie, The Cincinnatti Kid with Steve McQueen. Frank Sinatra puts him in touch with Eddie G., floor manager of the Sands Casino and friend to the Rat Pack who frequent it.
But rumour has it that Howard Hughes is also in town looking to buy a casino; and what Hughes wants he usually gets. Jack Entratter, the owner of the Sands tries to fight the takeover and sends Eddie G., to go and convince Howard Hughes not to pursue it.
Then, Entratter's secretary goes missing and Eddie G. is entrusted with looking for her, delving into the murky underworld of Las Vegas; a world he knows well . . .
Review
"Randisi's light touch and sense of nice-and-easy swing keeps the plot moving in sprightly four-four time." Booklist
Review
"A breezy period romp"
Publishers Weekly on The Way You Die Tonight
Review
"A breezy period romp" Publishers Weekly
Synopsis
Valued friend of the Rat Pack and Las Vegas casino manager, Eddie G. is tasked with persuading Howard Hughes not to force a takeover of the Sands Casino from Eddie's boss Jack Entratter. Then Entratter's secretary goes missing and Eddie G. must scour Las Vegas' underworld to try and find out what happened to her . . .
About the Author
Robert Randisi is the founder and executive director of the Private Eye Writers of America. He lives in Missouri.