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The lastet book by CJ Box is a 369 page novel with Joe Pikett as the protagonist. In it Dallas Cates, the troublesome rodeo champion, is released from prison where he was sent on fairly sketchy evidence and he is set on revenge on everyone associated with his prosecution. For some reason the prison people do not notify interested parties of his release. At the same time a female grizzly goes on a killing spree. These two events lead to the story. Cates is a bad guy through and through. Nate Romanowski is involved and he has his own views of justice-- and has plenty of reasons for having them.
It's an entertaining read. A little farfetched maybe, but entertaining. It's easy to recommend it.
Enjoy!
Retired cat herder.
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Thanks, will give it a try.
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Far fetched for sure. I figured it out pretty early. High body count. Quick, easy, read, good time waster. Not as good as the earlier Box books.
Stupidity has its way, while its cousin, evil, runs rampant.
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If you have read (and enjoyed) the other Picket/Box novels, you will probably like this one. I agree it’s far-fetched and not the best in the series, but is is still enjoyable. Without spoiling anything, I believe that this book really opens up some interesting story lines for future installments. Many of them are similar to some of the past storylines, but that may be a good thing.
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I think ole CJ is running out of storylines to come up with a fantasy like this one.
I could wish a lot of things on my worst enemy but neuropathy ain't one of them.
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Definitely not his best! I think that he’s contracted to produce within a certain timeframe…..a lot of pressure on a writer! memtb
You should not use a rifle that will kill an animal when everything goes right; you should use one that will do the job when everything goes wrong." -Bob Hagel
“I’d like to be a good rifleman…..but, I prefer to be a good hunter”! memtb 2024
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When is his next one due? Any time soon?
I could wish a lot of things on my worst enemy but neuropathy ain't one of them.
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There are hardly any recurring characters left after CJ killed most of them off in this one. Didn't like the gimmick "bear".
Next book, " Nate's Revenge on the World".
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Not my favorite of the series, but not a bad read. I do hope this spins off some new storylines.
In the past I have enjoyed him weaving in contemporary issues. The corner-crossing mention in this one seem very forced and didn't do a thing for the story.
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I'm ready for the next one from Mr Box
I could wish a lot of things on my worst enemy but neuropathy ain't one of them.
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Battle Mountain....definitely better than Three Inch Teeth.
Maybe his last Joe Pickett book?
Then you will know the truth and the truth will set you free.
John 8:32
A lie doesn't become truth; wrong doesn't become right; evil doesn't become good, just because it's accepted by the majority...Rick Warren
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I've read all of his books, but every one make me think Mr.Box doesn't like Hunters,Ranchers or Cowboys...
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