The Devil's Punchbowl: A Novel by Greg Iles
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Book Reviews of The Devil's Punchbowl: A Novel
Book Review: But wait.... there's more
Summary: 5 Stars
For those who felt like the book was too wordy and didn't tie up all the loose ends... well, there is a reason for that. From the 'acklowledgements' at the end of the book, this is only part 1. I for one don't mind the suspense and can't wait for the sequel. Do you really think he'd end it with Penn's dad having a heart attack and wanting to do a deathbed confession for this to simply be the end? I'm pretty sure this isn't the last we've seen of Sands.
I have thoroughly enjoyed the 3 Penn Cage novels. Iles has faltered with stuff like 'Sleep No More' but I think he's found his stride once again.
Was I the only one who had a scary dream about a white Bully Kutta?
Book Review: Listening to Greg Iles on book tapes can be hazardous!
Summary: 5 Stars
I am in the car a lot and listen to book tapes. I found that Devil's Punchbowl was so engrossing that I had to be extremely careful driving as there were times I wanted to punch out Sands and Quinn. I found myself talking to them, sometimes screaming at them. I couldn't wait to get into the car the next day to start another disc. There were other times when I would sit in our driveway listening, not wanting to turn off the radio. Dick Hill did a masterful job keeping all the characters straight, no wonder he was named a Voice of the Century. Prior to listening to Punchbowl, I listened to True Evil. I think I will take a rest from Iles for a while - my emotions are at the breaking point.Book Review: Another fabulous Iles book..read them in order!
Summary: 5 Stars
Greg Iles always keeps me entertained. I fully understand why it takes him so long to write a novel. Penn Cage, one of my favorite characters of Greg's book is in top form in this one as well.
However, it is difficult for me to listen to this book on CD in some spots being a lover of all animals. Let me say this...Michael Vick belongs in prison along with anyone else that finds dog fighting an entertaining sport. Better yet...they should be thrown to the dogs they've created.
The research by Iles is always impeccable and one of the reasons he's such a renowned author. Thanks Greg for another wonderful story. I only fear that much of it is true.
Book Review: Great Read
Summary: 5 Stars
Although I hate the subject of dogfighting as I am an animal rights activist from way back, this was another good read by Greg Iles. While some of his recent novels have not seemed to me to be up to his usual standard, this one definitely was.
I hate dogfighting, and I hope that this novel will alert some people to the horrors of it and turn their minds against it. If I could, I would find anyone who participates in it and subject them to what the dogs experience. It is a "game" which is against everything I know as a Christian. God did not want his animals treated this way.
Greg Iles is back to his original high quality with this one. A very good read.
Book Review: What a great book
Summary: 5 Stars
I wont go over the books subject as too many already have. However,to those of you who said it was too long, i say it was well worth the extra pages. Most authors would make this into 2 books and sold both hardcovers for 25.00. If you read the acknowledgements you will understand that this book took on a life of its own for the author. Thats what creative writing is all about. Not what we expect , but what comes from the author. Kudo's to you Greg for an excellent page turner. As far as the violence goes, I dont think it was any worse than other books in this genre, brutal but true in so many instances.
Great job and incredible book.