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Title: Funny Money by James Swain ISBN: 0-345-46344-7 Publisher: Ballantine Books Pub. Date: 01 April, 2003 Format: Mass Market Paperback Volumes: 1 List Price(USD): $6.99 |
Average Customer Rating: 4.42 (24 reviews)
Rating: 4
Summary: Mystery in the World of Gambling
Comment: A true education of the world of gambling from a master of the cards himself- a professional magician and gambling expert - Swain fools the reader again and again as the mystery unravels. This is James Swain's second book featuring Tony Valentine, an intelligent ex-cop (retired) who worked Atlantic City when he was on the force, and became an expert in casino crime over the years. Now he catches casino cheaters for a living. I found this novel to be fast paced, witty, funny, and addictive. The first Tony Valentine book, Grift Sense, was a great read, too, introducing the reader to his deadbeat son, Gerry, and caring neighbor Mabel. Swain has created characters who are genuine, well-rounded, flaws and all. I thoroughly enjoyed this tale of deceit taking place in Valentine's hometown, Atlantic City. Once again, the writing was crisp, concise and witty. Swain writes with a subtle, somewhat sarcastic sense of humor. In the same style as Grift Sense, there were so many plot twists, your head will spin! Over and over, I was absolutely sure "who dunnit", only to find I was wrong every time! I am looking forward to reading the third book, newly released, Sucker Bet.
Rating: 5
Summary: Great Page Turner, perfect summer reading!
Comment: I read Grift Sense and Funny Money back-to-back in a two day span; they were both GREAT! I found Funny Money a bit better 'read', but I think that's from knowing Tony Valentine and crew so well, as I had just read their exploits in Grift Sense. I read in a blurb on the bookjacket, that Swain has invented a new genre, Casino Noir, and that is a nice way to describe the books. Swain has an insider's viewpoint of cheating, gambling and cons that worked for this reader! If you like detective/mystery novels this will definitely turn you on. I can't wait for Book #3! Tony Valentine is an ex-cop, a street-wise "Con Catcher" with a heart of gold under his cynical facade...I wonder who will play him in the movies? Enjoy these books!
Rating: 5
Summary: Revenge Tale
Comment: Funny Money is a classic tale of revenge, told with a backdrop of casino cheating and greed in Atlantic City. The main character, Tony Valentine, is a terrific departure from the usual mystery series protagonist, and the supporting cast is equally fine. Instead of following the usual made-for-TV-movie formula, the author weaves in many clever plot twists and unusual character developments. This was truly a fun read.
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Title: Grift Sense by James Swain ISBN: 0345463838 Publisher: Ballantine Books Pub. Date: 01 April, 2003 List Price(USD): $6.99 |
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Title: Sucker Bet by James Swain ISBN: 0345461754 Publisher: Ballantine Books Pub. Date: 01 April, 2003 List Price(USD): $19.95 |
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Title: Loaded Dice by James Swain ISBN: 0345463269 Publisher: Ballantine Books Pub. Date: 01 June, 2004 List Price(USD): $22.95 |
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Title: The Hanged Man's Song by John Sandford ISBN: 0399151397 Publisher: Putnam Pub Group Pub. Date: 10 November, 2003 List Price(USD): $25.95 |
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Title: Metzger's Dog : A Novel by Thomas Perry ISBN: 0812967747 Publisher: Random House Trade Paperbacks Pub. Date: 10 June, 2003 List Price(USD): $11.95 |
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