The Santangelos: A Novel
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The tenth book in the Lucky Santangelo series finds Lucky dealing with the death of her father, Gino. To be honest, this reader has not read any of the others in the series; thus it could have been difficult to understand all the dynamics between various family members and friends. Yet there are enough back story references to catch up even this novice to Lucky's and her extended family's previous exploits. In other words, this can be read without having read the previous nine although it is probably an advantage to having read the rest as many of the events were hinted at, rather than totally revealed.
Having read at least one other Collins' novel, this reader knew that it would be spicy with lots of racy, raunchy moments between characters. Moreover, there would be some unseemly characters playing fast and loose with the law (and each other). In other words sex, drugs, and Hollywood. She writes what she knows (or wrote what she knew as this may have been her last novel before she died in 2015).
This one has a huge cast of characters with lots of interactions between the main players. There is revenge, back-stabbing, and one woman, Lucky, trying to orchestrate them all, or as much as possible.
No, it's not a classic, nor will it ever be, but it's a gossipy beach read.
extended review on www.pedometergeek.wordpress.com
By registering this book, I am sharing this book with the wider world--enjoy!
The tenth book in the Lucky Santangelo series finds Lucky dealing with the death of her father, Gino. To be honest, this reader has not read any of the others in the series; thus it could have been difficult to understand all the dynamics between various family members and friends. Yet there are enough back story references to catch up even this novice to Lucky's and her extended family's previous exploits. In other words, this can be read without having read the previous nine although it is probably an advantage to having read the rest as many of the events were hinted at, rather than totally revealed.
Having read at least one other Collins' novel, this reader knew that it would be spicy with lots of racy, raunchy moments between characters. Moreover, there would be some unseemly characters playing fast and loose with the law (and each other). In other words sex, drugs, and Hollywood. She writes what she knows (or wrote what she knew as this may have been her last novel before she died in 2015).
This one has a huge cast of characters with lots of interactions between the main players. There is revenge, back-stabbing, and one woman, Lucky, trying to orchestrate them all, or as much as possible.
No, it's not a classic, nor will it ever be, but it's a gossipy beach read.
extended review on www.pedometergeek.wordpress.com
"No two persons ever read the same book."--Edmund Wilson
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In a box with other ARCs/giveaway books. I hope you find something that you enjoy reading.
Sharing this book with the wider world--enjoy!
I have either registered it, or received it from another person who is willing to share it, too. Consider logging onto www.bookcrossing.com and letting us know where it is been and where it is going next. It can be done anonymously or join the site as a member.
In a box with other ARCs/giveaway books. I hope you find something that you enjoy reading.
Thanks for the book! I'll either read or release soon.
Journal Entry 4 by mrsjones at Venetian Hotel And Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada USA on Thursday, October 12, 2017
Released 6 yrs ago (10/11/2017 UTC) at Venetian Hotel And Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada USA
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Left by the Canyon Ranch Spa by the pool.enjoy!
Journal Entry 5 by mrsjones at Venetian Hotel And Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada USA on Thursday, October 12, 2017
Released 6 yrs ago (10/11/2017 UTC) at Venetian Hotel And Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada USA
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Left by the Canyon Ranch Spa by the pool.enjoy!
