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100 Facts About Me – Or At Least 50

By On March 30, 2011 · 2 Comments · In Random Stuff

There’s recently been a hash tag topic on Twitter called #100FactsAboutMe.  The idea is to tweet 100 facts about yourself (I suppose).  One afternoon I decided that this would be a great idea cause let’s face it… people want to know all about Chewie.  So… without further build up here’s my list:

I’m part of [...]

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The Best Of The 411 From 2010

By On March 18, 2011 · Leave a Comment · In The Tops

These types of lists typically come out at the beginning of the year.  I’m all for giving convention the middle finger so I’m doing it in the day after St. Patrick’s Day.  Got a problem with that?    Part of why I keep this blog is as some sort of  “outlet” for my creative juices.  [...]

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Spenser Goes “Looking For Rachel Wallace”

By On July 12, 2010 · Leave a Comment · In Book Reviews

BOOK DETAIL/INFORMATION:

This is the sixth Spenser novel written by Robert B. Parker.  It was originally published in 1980.  The book’s title character Rachel Wallace would go on to be a recurring character in the Spenser universe.

Preceded By: The Judas Goat
Followed By: Early Autumn

PLOT SUMMARY:
Rachel [...]

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“Split Image” – The Last Stone?

By On May 14, 2010 · 1 Comment · In Book Reviews

BOOK DETAILS/INFORMATION:

This is the ninth Jesse Stone novel written by Robert B. Parker. It was originally published in 2010 and was the first book published after the death of Dr. Parker.

NOTE: This review will contain spoilers.

Preceded By: Night And Day

PLOT SUMMARY:

This is [...]

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The Final Spenser – “The Professional”

By On January 19, 2010 · 2 Comments · In Book Reviews

BOOK DETAILS/INFORMATION:

This is the thirty-eighth (38) Spenser novel written by Robert B. Parker. It was originally published in 2009.  Recurring characters include Susan Silverman, Vinnie Morris, Hawk, Tony Marcus, & Ty Bop.

NOTE: This review will contain spoilers.

Preceded By: Rough Weather

PLOT SUMMARY:

Spenser is hired by a [...]

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Robert B. Parker – R.I.P.

By On January 19, 2010 · Leave a Comment · In Commentary

The world lost a great author yesterday when Robert B. Parker died at his home in Massachusetts.  Dr. Parker was the author of over 50 novels.  He was 77 years old and is survived by his wife and two sons.  Ever the working man, Dr. Parker died sitting at his desk.

Even if you weren’t [...]

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A Man Called Hawk Appears – “Promised Land”

By On May 11, 2009 · Leave a Comment · In Book Reviews

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This is fourth Spenser novel written by Robert B. Parker.  It was originally published in 1977.  Of particular note here is the first appearance of Hawk.

Preceded By: Mortal Stakes
Followed By: The Judas Goat

NOTE: This review will contain spoilers.

PLOT SUMMARY:

Real estate magnate [...]

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“Rough Weather” – A Nice Day For A Gray Wedding

By On April 22, 2009 · Leave a Comment · In Book Reviews

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This is the thirty-sixth (36) Spenser novel written by Robert B. Parker.  It was originally published in 2008.  Returning once again (for his third appearance) is Rugar (The Gray Man).

NOTE: This review will contain spoilers.

Preceded By: Now And Then

PLOT SUMMARY:

Spenser is hired to accompany professional gold [...]

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A Baseball Book That’s Not About Baseball – “Mortal Stakes”

By On April 14, 2009 · Leave a Comment · In Book Reviews

BOOK DETAIL/INFORMATION:

This is the third Spenser novel written by Robert B. Parker.  It was originally published in 1975.  Recurring character Patricia Utley makes her first appearance in this book.

Preceded By: God Save the Child
Followed By: Promised Land

PLOT SUMMARY:

Spenser is back at it and has been [...]

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“Night And Day” – The Panty Police And The Night Hawk

By On March 27, 2009 · Leave a Comment · In Book Reviews

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This is the eighth Jesse Stone novel written by Robert B. Parker.  It was originally published in 2009.

Preceded By: Stranger In Paradise
Followed By: Split Image

PLOT SUMMARY:

Jesse is back at it again being Chief the only way he knows how to.  The high school principal Betsy Ingersoll takes it [...]

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