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Bantam (1992), 320 pages
Description
A wickedly funny Robert Ludlum you've never met before. All the explosive paving of "The Bourne Identity," the Byzantine treachery of "The Parsifal Mosaic," the relentless action of "The Bourne Ultimatum." The Principal Cast: General Mackenzie Hawkings, legend, hero, rogue. Sam Devereaux, bright young lawyer from Harvard, now in the army, can't wait to get out. General Hawken's four ex-wives, a quartet of incredibly endowed women who've formed a club: Hawkin's Harem. The Premise: Kidnap Pope Francesco I, the most beloved pontiff since John XX III. Ransom: One American dollar for every Catholic in the world. The Problem: Pope Francesco I says: " Gentle souls, why not?"
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LibraryThing member reading_fox
Silly. If you need one word to describe this book that is it. Mind you when the author preface claims he was giggling whilst writing it, what can you expect?
Mac is an ultra-experianced Army officer drummed out for over enthusiastic behavior whilst on duty in Asia. Sam is a career lawyer on
Also present are Mac's four non-acrimonious ex-wives, the Pope and just about anybody else. There are plot holes you could drive a tank through, but the overall tone is lighthearted and it is fun to read. It is also short, which is a blessing because if it were any longer disbelief wouldn't just have to be suspended it would have to be cancelled altogether.
Mac's rough style contrasts nicely with Sam's polished urbanity and the nobdy else really gets a voice.
Silly but fun.
Mac is an ultra-experianced Army officer drummed out for over enthusiastic behavior whilst on duty in Asia. Sam is a career lawyer on
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secondment to the army for a couple of years, nearing the end of his term. Sent to perseude Mac to leave quietly, he rapidly becomes entangled in Mac's escapade. How to raise enough money to live in the lifestyle he is accustomed to? A quick dip through his past reports with the contrivance of Sam and he is ready to go.Also present are Mac's four non-acrimonious ex-wives, the Pope and just about anybody else. There are plot holes you could drive a tank through, but the overall tone is lighthearted and it is fun to read. It is also short, which is a blessing because if it were any longer disbelief wouldn't just have to be suspended it would have to be cancelled altogether.
Mac's rough style contrasts nicely with Sam's polished urbanity and the nobdy else really gets a voice.
Silly but fun.
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LibraryThing member madamemeow
This book blew my mind! Yet another great book from Robert Ludlum! I laughed through much of this book, and it absolutely sucked me in! The descriptions that he makes... and the characters... you fall in love with them all! I would ABSOLUTELY recommend this book to everybody I know!
LibraryThing member TadAD
Atypical Ludlum in that it is more of a comedy than a real thriller. Quite enjoyable if you appreciate a bit of tongue in cheek.
LibraryThing member ConnieJackson
Not the typical Ludlum novel.
Its hard to believe that a Robert Ludlum book can make you laugh, but "The Road to Gandolfo" made me chuckle more than once. Don't be fooled by the humor, because this book has the Ludlum's touch for creating a well written story that is meant to be amusing. For
Read on to find out. Great story. Enjoy.
Its hard to believe that a Robert Ludlum book can make you laugh, but "The Road to Gandolfo" made me chuckle more than once. Don't be fooled by the humor, because this book has the Ludlum's touch for creating a well written story that is meant to be amusing. For
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example, in this satire, the guy is discharged from the Army for becoming a political embarrassment. He later decides to do something even more politically embarrassing by kidnapping the Pope. Who would think of something like this? Ludlum did. So, once the Pope is kidnapped, one would think that he would be upset, but he isn't. In fact the Pope rather enjoys the idea of being away from all the headaches and stress of the Vatican. He relaxes, gabs away while downing some beers. Then there is ranson for the Pope. Someone must pay, but who?Read on to find out. Great story. Enjoy.
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LibraryThing member MichaelDeavers
Humorous and a Great Read
My good friend was clearing out some of his old books and gave me this book to read. I enjoyed the book and I found it to be a very entertaining read. I always appreciate a bit of humor in stories and this book had a number of humorous moments. I laughed at some of the
I understand that there is a sequel to the book so I'll probably ask my friend if he has it. Assuming he can remember the title.
My good friend was clearing out some of his old books and gave me this book to read. I enjoyed the book and I found it to be a very entertaining read. I always appreciate a bit of humor in stories and this book had a number of humorous moments. I laughed at some of the
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scenes and kept reading and laughed at the characters. I understand that there is a sequel to the book so I'll probably ask my friend if he has it. Assuming he can remember the title.
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LibraryThing member nllhg1106
A delightful rolicking tale, with twists and turns in the plot which will amuse, challenge, and intrigue. A cast of characters which include the Pope, an American General and several of his ex-wives provide a stretch of imagination for backdrop.
LibraryThing member Karin7
Not one of his better books, but also one of his earlier ones.
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Original language
English
Original publication date
1975
Physical description
320 p.; 4.15 inches
ISBN
0553271091 / 9780553271096