But this book has obviously NOT been researched, and perhaps even written in 3 days. It was good, but you know I wish it was longer and offered a little more closure. While Drowning in the Desert (Neal Carey Mysteries, Book 5) [Don Winslow] on Amazon.com. I started the Neal Carey Series without knowing what I was getting into. I felt compelled to read all five, in spite of many bad reviews written past #3. As it's one of his first books let's put it down to lack of experience. If you enjoyed the madcap comedies of years’ past, run, don’t walk to your nearest bookstore, Amazon, or Audible and get this book. Did it. Todos los derechos reservados. We've got you covered with the buzziest new releases of the day. But greatness hadn't yet reached Mr. Winslow. And this starts to wear on Neal (and the reader) but they finally sta. Some of the themes (insurance fraud, crooked attorneys) are developed more fully in his later serious novel "California Fire and Life. Encuentra todos los libros, lee sobre el autor y más. And in the last 2 books it is hard to care about the characters in trouble. When Neal catches up with him, he can see why Natty doesn't want to go home. Did he need the money? They tend to drag in their detailed descriptions. It's a sort of slight affair, both in length (198 short pages) and content, but still an enjoyable read. © 1996-2020, Amazon.com, Inc. o afiliados. :) Fast-paced and engaging, great writing--highly recommended! Beyond the first novel, there are problems. Neal is employed by the mobbed-up "Friends of the Family" to perform investigative duties for them. Prueba Prime Hola, Identifícate Cuenta y listas Identifícate Cuenta y listas Pedidos Suscríbete a Prime Cesta. It even has the same airport scene! Prueba a realizar la solicitud de nuevo. Terceros autorizados también utilizan estas herramientas en relación con los anuncios que mostramos. Ver todas las apps de lectura gratuitas de Kindle, Ver o modificar tu historial de navegación. Inténtalo de nuevo. Need another excuse to treat yourself to a new book this week? Very very adaptable to listening with excellent narration. Muestra de la versión audiolibro de Audible. I believe a re-read is in order. I disagree. And that is made worse because it is the final book in the series. His books stay with me for reflection. Se ha producido un error. However, in this case, the shamus has to get an 80 something year old Jewish burlesque comedian out of Las Vegas, while some Nazi fellow tries to stop him! I started the Neal Carey Series without knowing what I was getting into. Don't look for any more Neal Carey novels; the author is written out on that subject. Through in a fertile fiancé, a Vegas show girl, and a bumbling Arab guy, and you've got quite the tale! consiglio a chi vuole migliorare il proprio inglese con una lettura accattivante, un romanzo con suspence e scritto bene. We’d love your help. This is just going through the motions. Se ha producido un problema al guardar tus preferencias de cookies. Winslow is an artist weaving plots, while sowing unsaid fullness of characters. Read "A Cool Breeze," "Buddha's Mirror", "The Death & Life of Bobby Z" and "California Fire & Life" for the best of Don Winslow. And that cactus on the cover really is 'flipping the bird'. Unsatisfying. © 1996-2020, Amazon.com, Inc. o afiliados. No es necesario ningún dispositivo Kindle. And Chapter 10, in which lawyers exchange letters, is super funny! The Neal Carey series (his first novels) are not that. Descárgate una de las apps de Kindle gratuitas para comenzar a leer libros Kindle en tu smartphone, tablet u ordenador. Descargar libro WHILE DROWNING IN THE DESERT EBOOK del autor DON WINSLOW (ISBN 9781453206263) en PDF o EPUB completo al MEJOR PRECIO, leer online gratis la sinopsis o resumen, opiniones, críticas y comentarios. They tend to drag in their detailed descriptions. To see what your friends thought of this book, While Drowning in the Desert (Neal Carey, #5). Karen, Neal's fiancee wants to have a baby and Neal isn't sure. Natty is one of those thousand-words-a-minute kind of guys, always ready with a wooden joke or a convoluted story about the "good old days.". Una vez que hayas visto páginas de detalles del producto, busca aquí la manera más fácil de navegar hasta las páginas en las que estás interesado. Productos que has visto recientemente y recomendaciones destacadas, Selecciona el departamento que quieras buscar. and an assistantship at Columbia to follow, Neal Carey's roused from his Nevada nirvana by another phone call from Joe Graham, his p.i. While not as visceral as his recent work it's quite enjoyable as a stand-alone despite being the last book of the Neal Carey series. is even known. While Drowning in the Desert: Amazon.es: Winslow, Don, Barrett, Joe: Libros en idiomas extranjeros There are inconsistencies. They are good, fun, sometimes funny, sometimes educational, and readable. Beyond the first novel, there are problems. I felt compelled to read all five, in spite of many bad reviews written past #3. It's too bad, really --this is a pleasant enough little read, but compared to Winslow's other riveting and meticulously researched Neal Carey novels, this is just passable. However, in this case, the shamus has to get an 80 something year old Jewish burlesque comedian out of Las Vegas, while some Nazi fellow tries to stop him! If you enjoy old wooden jokes being told by an eighty-six year old ex- vaudevillian top banana, then you're in good company. Para calcular la clasificación global de estrellas y el desglose porcentual por estrella, no utilizamos un promedio simple. También analiza las reseñas para verificar la fiabilidad. While not groundbreaking or earth-shattering like "The Dawn Patrol" or "The Kings of Cool," Desert is a fine thriller read. The characters evolve, but not always in a positive or realistic way. you dont have to be a don Winslow fan to enjoy this ,you just have to like good writing . Para calcular la clasificación global de estrellas y el desglose porcentual por estrella, no utilizamos un promedio simple. No es necesario ningún dispositivo Kindle. The location of the old man (we find out is non other than Natty Silver!) Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of, Published To create our... Edgar and Shamus Award-nominee Don Winslow combines breathless suspense, zany wit, and whiplash action in his latest novel featuring grad student/private eye Neal Carey. Don Winslow at his grittiest will give you gravel rash .the Niel Carey books are much lighter a nd great holiday reads .what's not to enjoy. Another terrific Winslow read. Productos que has visto recientemente y recomendaciones destacadas, Selecciona el departamento que quieras buscar. Precios bajos en productos revisados por Amazon. Characters as always with Winslow are " real" people on display with their strengths, weaknesses and flaws. Easy to connect to story containing meaning. Sole witness to a crime, he's now the quarry of hard-faced suits, a fascist con artist, and a career-track assassin. Amazon Prime: envíos rápidos, GRATIS e ilimitados y mucho más. consiglio a chi vuole migliorare il proprio inglese con una lettura accattivante, un romanzo con suspence e scritto bene. It¡s more a short story than a book and there's quite a lot of reading that although entertaining dosen't really add up to the plot. I enjoyed the first Neal Carey book, so I went with the shortest one, which was the fifth. I have read most of Winslow's books and found him to be terrific. They take time off from each other. Basically, it has a "Midnight Run" feel to it - a private detective has to get a man somewhere the man doesn't want to go! After reading three or four horror novels in a row, I thought I could use a few laughs and a fast paced novel. To read this series start with the first ... Revisado en los Estados Unidos el 28 de enero de 2016. When he's in top form, NOBODY writes better. Don Winslow at his grittiest will give you gravel rash .the Niel Carey books are much lighter a nd great holiday reads .what's not to enjoy. Now Neal's assigned to escort monkeyish octogenarian Natty Silver home from Las Vegas to Palm Springs. Anyway, Neal is still with Karen when he gets a call from Dad. It's too bad, really --this is a pleasant enough little read, but compared to Winslow's other riveting and meticulously researched Neal Carey novels, this is just passable. And right back out just as easily. ", Don Winslow is the author of twenty-one acclaimed, award-winning international bestsellers, including the. His mission is to escort home to California one Natty Silver, an eighty-six-year-old comedian of the Golden Age of Burlesque. Welcome back. "Drowning" was a strange one but still held your interest to the end. The series finale but the first book in the series that I read after making author Winslow's acquaintance in California Fire and Life (1999). Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. Neal Carey arrives to take him home to Palm Springs but the arsonists have other ideas. is even known. And P.S. #5 in the Neal Carey series. It teams Carey up with the last of the Borscht Belt comedians and is often more humorous than thriller. Read "A Cool Breeze," "Buddha's Mirror", "The Death & Life of Bobby Z" and "California Fire & Life" for the best of Don Winslow. También analiza las reseñas para verificar la fiabilidad. There are points where the comedian's endless monologue drives you crazy, but, as noted, it is an enjoyable read - just not the depth of the early Neal Carey books, The fifth and final installment in the Neal Carey mystery series sees Neal sent out to Las vegas. Be the first to ask a question about While Drowning in the Desert. While Drowning in the Desert (Neal Carey Mysteries, Book 5) Someone said they peak at #3. While Drowning in the Desert: Amazon.es: Don Winslow: Libros en idiomas extranjeros.