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Sex.Com (Paperback)

by Kieren McCarthy (Author)

4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)

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Paperback: 288 pages
Publisher: Quercus Publishing Plc (26 April 2007)
Language English
ISBN-10: 1905204663
ISBN-13: 978-1905204663
Product Dimensions: 22.9 x 15.2 x 2.5 cm

Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)

Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 73,646 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)
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an interesting story which includes almost every kind of dirty-dealing you could want - Sunday TelegraphThe battle for the domain name sex.com had it all ... a fast-footed account of the trial and its upshot - The Timesfascinating - Zoo magazine

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3.0 out of 5 stars Nearly too crazy to believe, 5 Jun 2007

By	Stephen Ryan (Dublin, Ireland) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This is a great story. A combination of gross incompetence and balls of steal resulted in the most valuable domain being stolen from a successful businessman (and part-time junkie.) The thief (Stephen Cohen) is obviously a horrible man, but some part of my greatly admired his "win at any cost" mentality.

There was something just not right about this book though. Either the author was very low on the facts surrounding this story, or he's just not a very good writer. I've read a lot of web related books (boo hoo, dot con, etoy v etoys, etc.) and sex.com is probably the least enjoyable, even though it has the greatest story (expect the Hollywood version soon!)

I recommend you check this book out if you're interested in the web industry and you like a good crime/con man story. Just don't expect a riveting read...

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5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting, page turning and believe it or not, true., 7 Aug 2007

By	Lance Daniel (London, UK) - See all my reviews

If you are interested in domain names, the internet, its history, real life crime stories, the american legal system or are simply looking for a page turning read, then buy this book.

It's an amazing story about 2 very different, fascinating men who will stop at nothing to get what they want. Well written short chapters make it an easy, page turning read that will keep you hooked throughout. If it wasn't true you'd think it a great work of fiction and would be lining up to buy the sequel.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Very educational!, 21 May 2007

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Loved it! A must-read for anyone interested in the history of the internet - but it's also a great story. Fast and pacy, and this is with all the court cases. The book really gets to the heart of the issue and conveys the story in an accessible way, which means you don't have to be a techie to enjoy it - it's about men, power and greed. And it's all true!The great cover also means you get some interesting glances on the tube.

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