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'Fast, sly and full of twists. Clearly, great storytelling runs in the Leonard family's DNA.' Carl Hiaasen --Carl Hiaasen
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'Just superb, with razor-sharp dialogue and a plot that races like a souped-up Mercury Cruiser.' R.J. Ellory
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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Trust Me is a fast paced action thriller with a totally unbelievable story line. Karen the heroine of the story is neither credible or likeable and the other characters that weave in and out of the plot line are easily forgotten.
The story is founded on the premise that while being robbed, Karen hires the intruders to do a job for her. She wants to reclaim $300,000 from a previous boyfriend and hires the intruders to help (and then predictably double crossing them).
If you want a beach holiday throw-away read then this book will do, if you want an interesting, character rich story that will lead you through twists and turns of an exciting plot then you may want to give it a miss.
The story is founded on the premise that while being robbed, Karen hires the intruders to do a job for her. She wants to reclaim $300,000 from a previous boyfriend and hires the intruders to help (and then predictably double crossing them).
If you want a beach holiday throw-away read then this book will do, if you want an interesting, character rich story that will lead you through twists and turns of an exciting plot then you may want to give it a miss.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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This is a lightweight, fast-paced American crime thriller, ideal for holiday reading or just escapism, if you like this genre. It would appeal to Elmore Leonard fans (Peter's father) or anyone with a taste for thrillers with the emphasis on action, rather than characters, or a complex plot that keeps you guessing too much.
Sadly, it didn't suit me. I couldn't remember who all the characters were in the first few chapters, as to me there seemed to be little to distinguish many of them apart from their names. None of them seemed particularly real to me either. I sturggled to get interested in the plot, despite the fast pace. I'm sure some readers love a good gangster novel, so don't let me put you off if this is the kind of thing you like to read!
Sadly, it didn't suit me. I couldn't remember who all the characters were in the first few chapters, as to me there seemed to be little to distinguish many of them apart from their names. None of them seemed particularly real to me either. I sturggled to get interested in the plot, despite the fast pace. I'm sure some readers love a good gangster novel, so don't let me put you off if this is the kind of thing you like to read!
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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I have loved his dad's books for many years, and whilst not trying to measure the son up against the father I couldn't help think that Dad would never put together such a contrived story. Saying that, I enjoyed the fact that none of the charactors were particularly endearing, in that sense you could concentrate on the story. Unfortunately I found the plot twists and turns a tad confusing, and even going back and rereading some chapters didn't really help. Eventually I just had to put the book down. It has now been sent to the bathroom to be read a chapter at a time, as and when I have the time or inclination. Shame.
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Okay Thriller - promoted with hype from the author's father's pals!
I read and reviewed Leonard, jnr's debut novel `Quiver' noting that it was fast-paced, full of low-life characters and snappy dialogue but adding that it lacked an original plot... Read more
Published 2 months ago by G. J. Oxley
Really couldn't hold my interest
I've attempted to read this book a couple of times, but both times it has failed to engage my interest. The plot is improbable and the characters unbelievable. Read more
Published 6 months ago by A. Sweeney
Peter and Elmore-- how do you tell?
Peter Leonard's "Trust Me" is written in the style of his well known father. They both write succinctly with a great efficiency of words. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Hugh
Didn't Gain My Trust
If I wished to be uncharitable, I might suggest that Peter Leonard's success in getting published and achieving some critical acclaim is most directly a result of his father's... Read more
Published 18 months ago by A. K. Johnston
No honour among thieves
Peter Leonard, son of Elmore, has written his second novel which is based mainly in Detroit. It's a tale of thieves double-crossing each other and occasionally killing each other,... Read more
Published 21 months ago by Her Majesty The Queen
Great example of a crime novel as it should be
One of the best crime stories I have read in a while, Leonard creates a plot that is gripping from beginning to end. Read more
Published 22 months ago by J.E.T
Reads like a screenplay
With multiple overlapping characters and timelines, this confusing (and confused) novel reminded me very much of the movie "Jackie Brown". Read more
Published 22 months ago by Telboy
Enjoyable all the Way
This book is enjoyable, but not fast paced, but this somehow did not seem to matter. It is nevertheless a well written book which made me want to keep reading long into the night. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Wendy Jones
Disappointed
I'm afraid this was a Did Not Finish. I made a good attempt at this book but having gone a long way in without finding any characters that were likeable or even interesting I... Read more
Published on 19 Mar 2010 by L. White
Pretty good, pretty fast-paced, but still read better
"Trust Me" isn't the best thriller I've ever read (John Sandford takes that crown), but this is a pretty good one nonetheless. You'll find the writing assured and well-composed. Read more
Published on 22 Jan 2010 by Stefan
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