A New Prospect Wayne Zurl 9781680463873 Books
Download As PDF : A New Prospect Wayne Zurl 9781680463873 Books
Sam Jenkins never thought about being a fish out of water during the years he spent solving crimes in New York. But things change, and after retiring to Tennessee, he gets that feeling. Jenkins becomes a cop again and is thrown headlong into a murder investigation and a steaming kettle of fish, down-home style. In true Jenkins style, Sam turns common police practice on its ear to insure an innocent man doesn't fall prey to an imperfect system and the guilty party receives appropriate justice.
A New Prospect Wayne Zurl 9781680463873 Books
This book was a quick and pleasant read. The writing is straightforward and clear, with very few errors. Police Chief Sam Jenkins tells of his first week or so back on the job in a small Tennessee town, after having been retired for more than a decade, from New York. He is greeted on his first full day with a murder to solve, and a good ol’ boy network to navigate.Sam is an honest cop, and a good man. I often felt like I was reading his highly detailed personal journal. The writing is tasteful -- as tasteful as talk of murder and certain vices can be. There’s no sensationalism, no great acts of heroism, no comic book villains, no pervasive seaminess. This was a nice change, from my usual reading.
Sounds bland, right? Well, not quite. Coming out of retirement to a job he didn’t really need, Sam had a certain style of humor and irreverence, and a low tolerance for scheming and politics.
The author does a nice job of presenting southern dialect: “If y’all would take ya seats… Before we git inta reg’lar bidness, I’d like ta introduce Sam Jenkins, our new po-leece chief…”
And, the author can turn a phrase. He refers to cops out to write traffic tickets: “... provide the public service that makes the public nervous.” A bar-room suspect: “In eighty-five degrees, Luttrell wore a plaid wool shirt with the sleeves cut off at the shoulder seams, beneath Liberty brand, denim overalls. His arms were big and tattooed. [He] smelled like his fashion choice might be more suited to a cooler climate.” Of a sting operation: “... the state cops played Buck like a hillbilly banjo.”
I recommend this book. As to a whole series of Sam Jenkins books -- maybe not… I may prefer this style of writing only for occasional palate cleansing.
Product details
|
Tags : A New Prospect [Wayne Zurl] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Sam Jenkins never thought about being a fish out of water during the years he spent solving crimes in New York. But things change,Wayne Zurl,A New Prospect,Melange Books,168046387X,FICTION Mystery & Detective General,Fiction : Mystery & Detective - Police Procedural,FictionMystery & Detective - Police Procedural
People also read other books :
- The Quadity Jacob I Pfeiffer 9780692818305 Books
- Perfectly Incorrect Why The Common Core Is Psychologically And Cognitively Unsound eBook Terry Marselle
- Perfectly Incorrect Why The Common Core Is Psychologically And Cognitively Unsound eBook Terry Marselle
- The Search For My Inner "I" Joseph W Macy 9781483679297 Books
- Perfectly Incorrect Why The Common Core Is Psychologically And Cognitively Unsound eBook Terry Marselle
A New Prospect Wayne Zurl 9781680463873 Books Reviews
I really liked this book. I'm not a fan of southern themes, even thought I read every James Lee Biurke book. This book has every thing I look for, good character lead, humor in the midst of crime, likable and unlikeable characters, soul, compassion and although there is a smattering of the F-bomb, the complexity and intrigue keep me in the game. First time I've read this guy Zurl, and I'm glad to see there are more to choose from.
A bit to much room and clothing description at times but nothing I couldn't skip over to look for the quote marks.
The dialogue was great, New Your and Smoky Mountain lingo is fun.
Southern Culture at it's Best. I interviewed Wayne Zurl on my online radio show OFF The Chain. And then I read this book. Being from the south ie Georgia and having family in Eastern Tenn. I was not sure that he got IT! Boy was I impressed. You see Wayne is from New York and a retired cop to boot. When he moved south he found himself in a culture shock. The New Prospect nails, the culture and the dialogue of the south, especially in small towns. The story line flows like a rambling, lazy brook that washes over the rocks and makes them smooth as silk. I found myself saying , "Just one more chapter."
Wayne made me homesick for southern cooking, southern hospitality and southern living, That slow, laid back - good ole'boy attitude - Politics in the south is done with a glass of bourbon and a handshake. Secrets go deep and not discussed in polite company. Grudges follow generations.
I cannot wait to see where the next book takes the new Sheriff in town Sam Jenkins, as he tries to adjust to his life in the deep south from his life in New York. Well Done!!!!
A New Prospect
A Sam Jenkins Mystery
Wayne Zurl
Reviewed by Author Roy Murry
There is a new sheriff in town, literally and figuratively. His is Sammy to his lovely wife and very close friends.
After retiring from an NYC police department at the ripe old age of fifty, he and his wife settled down in a small Tennessee town. Reaching the age when many people do retire, sixty-four, he applies for and begins a new career as police chief of Prospect.
Not even a week into his new endeavor, a wealthy resident is found dead at a Car Show. This event is when his and that of his new work environment come into conflict over Sam's abilities to conduct the murder investigation.
His style endears some and his respect increases as Sam goes about business even though hindered by his boss and wealthy individuals. The chief's secret investigation takes interesting turns, and how he conducts himself sets the tone for future series novels.
Mr. Zurl's understanding of the human character comes across in his prose especially in applying Sam's NYC cultural abilities to Tennessee's simple slow pace of life. Stimulating, sometimes comical, and easy flowing, you'll enjoy the characters in A New Prospect.
I have read other novels by Wayne and will return for more.
This book was a quick and pleasant read. The writing is straightforward and clear, with very few errors. Police Chief Sam Jenkins tells of his first week or so back on the job in a small Tennessee town, after having been retired for more than a decade, from New York. He is greeted on his first full day with a murder to solve, and a good ol’ boy network to navigate.
Sam is an honest cop, and a good man. I often felt like I was reading his highly detailed personal journal. The writing is tasteful -- as tasteful as talk of murder and certain vices can be. There’s no sensationalism, no great acts of heroism, no comic book villains, no pervasive seaminess. This was a nice change, from my usual reading.
Sounds bland, right? Well, not quite. Coming out of retirement to a job he didn’t really need, Sam had a certain style of humor and irreverence, and a low tolerance for scheming and politics.
The author does a nice job of presenting southern dialect “If y’all would take ya seats… Before we git inta reg’lar bidness, I’d like ta introduce Sam Jenkins, our new po-leece chief…”
And, the author can turn a phrase. He refers to cops out to write traffic tickets “... provide the public service that makes the public nervous.” A bar-room suspect “In eighty-five degrees, Luttrell wore a plaid wool shirt with the sleeves cut off at the shoulder seams, beneath Liberty brand, denim overalls. His arms were big and tattooed. [He] smelled like his fashion choice might be more suited to a cooler climate.” Of a sting operation “... the state cops played Buck like a hillbilly banjo.”
I recommend this book. As to a whole series of Sam Jenkins books -- maybe not… I may prefer this style of writing only for occasional palate cleansing.
0 Response to "[1UK]≫ Descargar Gratis A New Prospect Wayne Zurl 9781680463873 Books"
Post a Comment