Hugh Hunter thought he'd landed his dream job as Our Man in Orlando - the Queen's representative in sun-soaked Florida. After all, Orlando is the number one destination for British holidaymakers. But he soon found out that life wasn't to be a holiday - and his time in charge of Britain's Consular Office in the teeming Disneyworld city turned into a nightmare. From day one, his working week was an endless round of prison visits to meet British murderers, drug dealers and conmen - desperate people with terrifying tales to tell. Hunters tells their stories with skill and wit.
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By Barry Bunn
Format:Paperback
This book is brilliant, really brilliant. Hunter tells these incredible stories not only with; wit and candour but also with an abundance of humility, a humility that he appeared to use in his work. I truly admired the objectiveness and professionalism and indeed pride he took in his role as consular.
Although many of the stories made me smile or even laugh out loud there were also some that were very sad and one or two that made me cry "There but for the grace of God go I" I trust other readers will not only sympathise but at times empathise with some of the poor souls Hunter reports on. How many of us have been `temporally insane', touched by madness or `soufflé a folie'? Especially when in the `honeymoon period' of a relationship?I am so pleased I was not in Florida when I had my own moments !
Another thought I had was that I am very happy I live in the UK and think that our judicial system is second to none. I think that to be `wrongly' accused of a crime in the U.S. must be as daunting and difficult to remedy as being charged in Saudi or China. The U.S.A. or Florida appears a truly brutal place to be in if you fall on the wrong side of the law.
I can not recommend this book enough. Whether you read cover to cover, or take on holiday or use on the W.C. you will love it, well written and a great story or stories. I for one can not wait until this is made in to a film and am exercising my brain trying to work out who should play Hunter in the film.
Although many of the stories made me smile or even laugh out loud there were also some that were very sad and one or two that made me cry "There but for the grace of God go I" I trust other readers will not only sympathise but at times empathise with some of the poor souls Hunter reports on. How many of us have been `temporally insane', touched by madness or `soufflé a folie'? Especially when in the `honeymoon period' of a relationship?I am so pleased I was not in Florida when I had my own moments !
Another thought I had was that I am very happy I live in the UK and think that our judicial system is second to none. I think that to be `wrongly' accused of a crime in the U.S. must be as daunting and difficult to remedy as being charged in Saudi or China. The U.S.A. or Florida appears a truly brutal place to be in if you fall on the wrong side of the law.
I can not recommend this book enough. Whether you read cover to cover, or take on holiday or use on the W.C. you will love it, well written and a great story or stories. I for one can not wait until this is made in to a film and am exercising my brain trying to work out who should play Hunter in the film.
11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
By Joymar
Format:Paperback
I was surprised to find out how different the UK and USA are regarding punishment for various crimes. I am Canadian and we relate to both countries.
Having worked for a government I know how decisions from the top often do not make sense to those carrying out the business, and Mr. Hunter has described this well, especially in regard to how difficult it is to be the front person sometimes.
His sense of humor and ability to tie everything together makes this a book that is hard to put down until it is finished! When is the next one coming??
Having worked for a government I know how decisions from the top often do not make sense to those carrying out the business, and Mr. Hunter has described this well, especially in regard to how difficult it is to be the front person sometimes.
His sense of humor and ability to tie everything together makes this a book that is hard to put down until it is finished! When is the next one coming??
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
By Mikey L
Format:Paperback
If you read one book this year make sure its this. If you read two books you could do a lot worse than read this twice. It will make you laugh & cry - both hysterically & want to give copies to all everyone you know. Brilliant, and I should know
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Couldn't put it down
Very enjoyable and the subject matter was quite surprising not what I was expecting which made it so much better.
Published 2 months ago by Suzanne Lammas
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Great Easy Read
Thoroughly enjoyed this book and interesting how the law differs in the US. I wonder what Hugh is doing now?
Published 2 months ago by Gillian Wallace
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Our Man in Orlando
Really enjoyed this book. The author told his stories in a way that made me feel I was right there with him. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Karen Beaton
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Dont Twang for the Mouse
I found this book oddly engaging with the emphasis more on the "odd" than the "engaging". It is the autobiography of a man who worked for years as the British Consul in Orlando,... Read more
Published 3 months ago by J. Mcgregor
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Interesting, humorous
I really enjoyed this book. It was very enlightening to read and I didn't really want it to end. A very easy read but entertaining and informative!
Published 4 months ago by Avid Reader
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brilliant
I love the authors very dry sense of humour as he tries to sort out the mess some people get themselves into when abroad. Some of the stories are a little sad.. Read more
Published 6 months ago by jill in Derby
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thoroughly great read
Hugh Hunters accounts as a consul in the sunshine state are at times as hilariously funny as they are insightful. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Linda Morris
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An interesting read
Hugh gives a really interesting view in his role as Consul in Orlando. I had no idea so many people assumed that American law would be the same as British. Read more
Published 13 months ago by M. Nicolle
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Funny, sad, and thought provoking
As a Scot who has spent considerable amounts of time in Florida living with family, I jumped at the chance to find out what some of my other countrymen got up to in Orlando... Read more
Published 15 months ago by Stephen C
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