I wrote this review three years ago over on Goodreads.
My first Travis McGee novel. I'm forty-four years old and I'm just now getting around to reading the McGee books. Well anyway there isn't a whole lot to say. McGee is a "salvage expert". He gets hired to find things that people have lost - so to speak. He lives on a houseboat called "The Busted Flush" and his best friend is Meyer who helps him on his salvage jobs.
The writing is strong on details, characters and Mr. McGee's observations and philosophical musings.
In this story Mr. McGee is looking into the death of a lady from his past. Since the novel was written in 1974 (approximately) there are drug smugglers, swingers, polyester clothing, bright loud colors and some commentary about the then current political and social scene.
It is a mystery and there are a couple twists in the plot. It's a very comfortable read and I liked it. Just the thing for when one has settled into bed or while waiting for one's significant other to finish her shopping.
Since this is my first McGee novel I have to say I can see why they were so popular with people. McGee and Meyer are likable and the mystery ,while not super hard to figure out, does keep you going. The book takes you to the place and you find yourself getting involved. As another reviewer noted there is a strong resemblance to Magnum P.I. and The Rockford Files which were shows that I liked. Therefore no surprise that I like this book and Travis McGee.
I have since read a few more.
My first Travis McGee novel. I'm forty-four years old and I'm just now getting around to reading the McGee books. Well anyway there isn't a whole lot to say. McGee is a "salvage expert". He gets hired to find things that people have lost - so to speak. He lives on a houseboat called "The Busted Flush" and his best friend is Meyer who helps him on his salvage jobs.
The writing is strong on details, characters and Mr. McGee's observations and philosophical musings.
In this story Mr. McGee is looking into the death of a lady from his past. Since the novel was written in 1974 (approximately) there are drug smugglers, swingers, polyester clothing, bright loud colors and some commentary about the then current political and social scene.
It is a mystery and there are a couple twists in the plot. It's a very comfortable read and I liked it. Just the thing for when one has settled into bed or while waiting for one's significant other to finish her shopping.
Since this is my first McGee novel I have to say I can see why they were so popular with people. McGee and Meyer are likable and the mystery ,while not super hard to figure out, does keep you going. The book takes you to the place and you find yourself getting involved. As another reviewer noted there is a strong resemblance to Magnum P.I. and The Rockford Files which were shows that I liked. Therefore no surprise that I like this book and Travis McGee.
I have since read a few more.
