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The Lawn Job

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4 stars

Interesting combination of humor and suspense.

I voluntarily read an advanced copy.

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I was unable to read this book. It just did not click with me and is based on personal reasons. I am marking it a DNF - thank you for the opportunity. If I am able to read in the future, I will come back and edit my review. Please disregard the star rating, Netgalley makes us rate with a star even if we did not finish the book.

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3,5 Stars

Oh, wow....That was a crazy ride!

It was like Tyler Durden and Marla Singer decided to take Mark Renton out for a drink, to form a plan how to trick Patrick Bateman.
You don't play lightly with those and you know the game will get messed up for someone.

I can't say whether Chuck Caruso's debut novel is a thriller, a dark psychological read, transgressive fiction or a Portland-set TV drama like story.
I don't know. And I don't need to- I only know I liked the surprises and I definitely want to see more from the author.

***Copy kindly provided by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review***

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This was one great romp! When ex-con, Chris Collins gets fired from his lawn job for ogling Big Gino's wife, Shelia, he and his transgender friend, Juana plan revenge to blackmail Gino. But of course nothing goes as planned and everything backfires. Throw in Chris's two best friends, Alonso and Tooby and the fun continues. Lots of sex, violence, and downright noir fun. This is a great roller-coaster ride of hilarity, filled with quirky characters and fast-paced dialogue sure to please in a quick read!

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This book started a bit too slow for my taste. But it was definitively the writing that kept me on reading, and I am glad that I didn't give up too early.

The second part rewarded me for all my patience. A well written debut novel by Chuck Caruso is a thrilling and at the same time hilarious read. It is an unusual mixture of humor and social satire, a soap opera and psychological thriller. A brilliant final match that won't leave you indifferent. Even if it won't come totally unexpected.

But what for a crazy set of circumstances! It is a point where I can't give more away not to spoil the story for you.


3,5 stars rounded up without any hesitation and put the author on my don't miss his next novel list.

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