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Title: More Tales of the City (Showtime Tie-In Edition) by Armistead Maupin ISBN: 0-06-092938-3 Publisher: Perennial Pub. Date: 01 June, 1998 Format: Paperback Volumes: 1 List Price(USD): $14.00 |
Average Customer Rating: 4.55 (20 reviews)
Rating: 4
Summary: A solid and entertaining sequel
Comment: Ever notice you read a lot faster pre-college than postgraduate school? I suspect that has to do with the kind of books being read. This book definitely falls into the category of those fast reading books. It is unlikely you will go away with the feeling of utter awe, but you will be extremely entertained. Maupin maintains the momentum he built from Tales of the City, as his character continue to grow in this story. If you liked the first book, this is a worthy sequel. The lives of the occupants of 28 Barbary Lane goes on, and it feels as if you never left them. Okay, so the way things unfold is little preposterous, but most likely you won't care and you will just go with the flow. I did, and I thoroughly enjoyed the ride.
And if you ever visit San Francisco, you will probably be seized with the urge to go visit at least one place mentioned in this book.
Rating: 5
Summary: Worthy follow-up.
Comment: This book, published originally as a newspaper column about six months after the original "Tales of the City" series, is notable mostly because it clarifies all the mysteries surrounding Anna Madrigal, the elusive landlady featured at the center of all the novels. When the truth about her identity comes out, explaining why Norman was after her in the first book and for whom he worked, prepare to be stunned. Though the truth has always been just out-of-reach regarding Mrs. Madrigal, you're not going to believe the doozy in store for you.
This book is also notable because it continues the story of Michael and Jon, featuring a touching scene in which Michael finally outs himself to his family. Also, since Michael spends much of the book coping with a case of temporary paralysis (which I still don't quite understand), there are all sorts of new jokes the howlingly funny, sarcastic character gets to make.
As for Mary Ann, she opens up a bit more, which is welcome, and deals with a rather twisted mystery. And DeDe evolves into a far more interesting individual with the help of D'or, of all people.
Rating: 5
Summary: Armistead Maupin meets Alfred Hitchcock
Comment: Armistead Maupin's a marvel:his stories aren't only the funny and poignant tales of some significant representatives of humanity, there'also mystery and suspense, whit the strange story of Burke and his obsession whit roses and railings (how like many Hitchcock movies, like SCIARADA). An Ellery Queen -style riddle deepens the mystery (you have too many clues, says Jon to Mary Ann Singleton).
Will the Barbary Lane Irregulars solve the Adventure of The Sacred Rock ?
Meanwhile, we learn more about Mrs Madrigal's past,sympathize whit the gentle and brave Michael, bear witness to a weird affair of Brian (similar to some "Net romances" of today), watch a nasty individual do his worst and meet his comeuppance,and learn the unbelievable secrets of Pinus. Hey, how can you possibly want more?
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Title: Tales of the City by Armistead Maupin ISBN: 0060964049 Publisher: Perennial Pub. Date: 18 October, 1989 List Price(USD): $14.00 |
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Title: Babycakes by Armistead Maupin ISBN: 0060924837 Publisher: Perennial Pub. Date: 26 January, 1994 List Price(USD): $14.00 |
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Title: Significant Others by Armistead Maupin ISBN: 0060924810 Publisher: Perennial Pub. Date: 26 January, 1994 List Price(USD): $14.00 |
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Title: Sure of You by Armistead Maupin ISBN: 0060924845 Publisher: Perennial Pub. Date: 26 January, 1994 List Price(USD): $14.00 |
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Title: Maybe the Moon : A Novel by Armistead Maupin ISBN: 0060924349 Publisher: Perennial Pub. Date: 04 August, 1993 List Price(USD): $14.00 |
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