- Paperback: 324 pages
- Publisher: Orion (24 July 2000)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0752834584
- ISBN-13: 978-0752834580
- Product Dimensions: 17.4 x 11 x 2.4 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (43 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 105,612 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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You arrive at the airport to be greeted by a sun-tanned clipboard bearer, there to make your dream holiday come true. But behind the smiles, the badge and the suspect command of the native lingo, what really goes on? Are they a happy, celibate team working for the benefit of their clients, or are they at each other's throats to get their share of backhanders, drugs and sleeping with holidaymakers (or each other!)? Exactly how low is resort manager Alison prepared to go to maximise her cash gains in her last season, and how low is first-year rep and none-too-bright former male model Mario prepared to go to win the infamous 'Competition'? Which reps will Alison get rid of? Shy Lorraine? Mickey, the first ever black rep? The clubbing-mad and girl-crazy Scouse Greg? Or will it be Brad, as we follow him from bedroom to beach, stumbling across company 'business' that he shouldn't?
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Update on what is fast becoming a genuine cult novel...
At the start of summer 1999, Is Harry On The Boat had sold nearly 20,000 copies. For a first time author through an independent publisher, this is almost unheard of. Given that the book only benefits from limited shelf space in most book shops, it would be fair to say that most of these sales have come from referals. This illustrates that Is Harry... is growing into a GENUINE cult novel, as opposed to simply being given the label 'cult' by the marketing department of a large publishing house.
At the start of summer 1999, Is Harry On The Boat had sold nearly 20,000 copies. For a first time author through an independent publisher, this is almost unheard of. Given that the book only benefits from limited shelf space in most book shops, it would be fair to say that most of these sales have come from referals. This illustrates that Is Harry... is growing into a GENUINE cult novel, as opposed to simply being given the label 'cult' by the marketing department of a large publishing house.
The author has written a script of the book which has already atracted some serious interest - watch out for details.
Colin Butts is half way through a follow up novel called 'The New Pirates' which is again set in Ibiza, but focusses more on the club scene than the life of the holiday rep.
We are also publishing an exciting new novel by respected magazine writer David Hurst, called 'Rumour Fuelled Society', publication due in January. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is a truely excellent read, I have read it countless times and if you're att interested in Ibiza or holiday reps this is well worth reading. The film is also excellent with Danny Dyer and there is a sequel called 'Is Harry Still On The Boat' which is not quite a good but still a worthy read nonetheless. Buy it!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I won't tell you what 'Harry on the Boat' means but let's just say it sums up this book's attitude to life pretty well. We follow a group of holiday reps from a company similar to 18-30 during one season in Ibiza.
Many drugs are taken and, lots of sex is had. However, Butts enriches this book by adding a surprisingly good storyline as we discover that money is being embezzled by someone in the company and they will do anything to protect themselves.
The characters are quite likeable and jokes are pretty funny. I honestly thought I would hate this book but I found it a good read. Criticism must be leveled at the lack of development in some areas and the conclusion does seem to wrap up a bit too conveniently for my liking.
There is little respect for women in the book but if you take it all with the intention it's meant to be you can enjoy yourself. Finally, I would like to point out that looking at the 'free-love' nature of this book, its no wonder the level of STDs is rising amongst younger people - remember, keep safe!!
Many drugs are taken and, lots of sex is had. However, Butts enriches this book by adding a surprisingly good storyline as we discover that money is being embezzled by someone in the company and they will do anything to protect themselves.
The characters are quite likeable and jokes are pretty funny. I honestly thought I would hate this book but I found it a good read. Criticism must be leveled at the lack of development in some areas and the conclusion does seem to wrap up a bit too conveniently for my liking.
There is little respect for women in the book but if you take it all with the intention it's meant to be you can enjoy yourself. Finally, I would like to point out that looking at the 'free-love' nature of this book, its no wonder the level of STDs is rising amongst younger people - remember, keep safe!!
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
The first book is definitely the best of the two, ok they might not be completely accurate about a reps life but who cares. They take you away, make you laugh and for me bring back some very happy memories of two summers of being a rep (all be it a few years ago now)! I actually read the first book again sat in the sun with beer or two not so long ago and lost several hours reading the whole thing. Makes the office job seem like a poor second best unfortunately, oh well, at least I don't have to do airport transfers anymore...
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Is Harry on the Boat
I purchased this book after watching the DVD version of "Is Harry on the Boat" and I found the book to be a great read. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Mr. Mm Taylor
Is Harry on the Boat
Book arrived a little later than expected but not a real problem as it is for a holiday in 2 weeks time
Published 22 months ago by J. W. Allan
So True !
After nine seasons repping, Ive seen everything!
Well.....Not everything in this book does happen in a average summer season, but the dodgy manager, reps who fall in... Read more
Well.....Not everything in this book does happen in a average summer season, but the dodgy manager, reps who fall in... Read more
Published on 11 Jan 2008 by Mr. Simon J. Gale
Fantasticly funny and easily imaginable!! great read
Im a 22 yr old holiday rep myself and decided to reas this book, see how its read. I found that i read it 3nights on the row and couldnt put it down till id finished. Read more
Published on 7 April 2006 by kim
top class
this is the best book i have ever read! i found out about this book by my sister who let me borrow it. Read more
Published on 15 July 2003 by phil
morning glory
a must for anyone with a pulse. this really is one of the funniest books i have read. made all the funnier by being based on the truth the whole truth and nothing but. Read more
Published on 14 May 2003 by james ramsay
The truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth.
Any young male that has been a rep, or even just been to Ibiza for that matter,will know how near to the truth this book is. Read more
Published on 27 Feb 2002
THEY DON'T COME ANY FUNNIER
I read this book last year,I was so wrapped in it that I finished it in a day without putting it down, and my sides hurt from the laughter. Can't be reccomended highly enough. Read more
Published on 26 Feb 2002
Opens your mind to the real Ibiza
The true story of Ibiza island. Colin Butts takes you deep into the club culture of the island, whilst also bringing you the other side to repping on the island. Read more
Published on 25 Nov 2001
A tasty look at the life of a party & sex worshiper (a rep!)
A fantastically well written account of the life of reps abroad. The authour has capatured the addictive atmosphere only experience on holidays of this nature. Read more
Published on 16 Aug 2001
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