Review of Cable...Getting Even

mmm17 · Post by **mmm17** » 29 Mar 2022, 15:02

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Cable...Getting Even" by Jeff Pitts.]

4 out of 4 stars

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Written by Jeff Pitts, Cable…Getting Even is a novel named after its main character, William Cable Pearson. The protagonist is a desolate guy with a tragic past and an alcohol problem, who sometimes feels he could just end his life and get his suffering over with.

The book starts with the taciturn and mysterious protagonist getting a job cleaning stalls at the Hagseth Hills Guest Ranch, in Colorado. The ranch’s owner is Caroline, who has a daughter named Anastasia (Annie). Unfortunately, Caroline is losing the ranch, for the bank called the loan, and she can’t pay the outstanding debt. To make matters worse, a vicious biker gang known as the Brotherhood of Loki seems to be after the protagonist. Now a member called Long Beard located Cable in Colorado, and Caroline and Annie are in danger. But no spoilers are allowed!

What I liked the most about this novel was the way Pitts developed the charming protagonist. Cable grew up on a ranch in Montana not much different from Caroline’s, and the author did a nice job of portraying his tragic past and how it got him to the point he was. I appreciated how Pitts managed to skillfully tell the protagonist’s background story while maintaining an atmosphere of mystery throughout the book. Above all, I enjoyed how the author wove a woman named Zoe (Z) into the plot. Again, though, I must stop here lest I give away spoilers.

Additionally, there are interesting secondary characters around which the protagonist is developed. For instance, amid all the chaos was a love story, which I also appreciated. Cable spends time with a local woman named Leeann, who also has a troubled past. Their common interests result in a deep and moving friendship, and I thought that their budding relationship was a fascinating subplot. I also enjoyed the role played by the protagonist’s handling of a horse named Buster.

Finally, as one can see, this novel had a lot of positive aspects. It was an entertaining story and a pleasurable read, and I’m glad to give it 4 out of 4 stars, for I have no negatives worth mentioning. Moreover, I only found a minor punctuation mishap in it, so it seemed professionally edited. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys novels that revolve around a strong protagonist with a score to settle. Readers who are not fond of violence might want to steer clear of it, though.

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TheGayOne12 · Post by **TheGayOne12** » 31 Mar 2022, 05:38

Cable does sound like a great character to read about. Amazing review!

Sharon Christanto · Post by **Sharon Christanto** » 31 Mar 2022, 11:08

It seems like this novel has an interesting plot. And now I want to read more about Zoe!

Amy Luman · Post by **Amy Luman** » 31 Mar 2022, 15:26

I am not sure what’s happening. I want to find out more about these characters (especially Cable.)

Aisha Yakub · Post by **Aisha Yakub** » 31 Mar 2022, 23:45

Seems like a book a lot of people could read and be entertained. Great review.

Essy Nma · Post by **Essy Nma** » 02 Apr 2022, 04:43

I wonder what led the protagonist into such miserable life. I hope he finds reasons to keep living. Thanks for the review.

Precious_Nzeakor · Post by **Precious_Nzeakor** » 02 Apr 2022, 15:58

There's much to discover between the pages of this book. Great review.

Mmaduabuchi Eze · Post by **Mmaduabuchi Eze** » 02 Apr 2022, 17:38

Some things can just be too difficult to be forgotten, after repentance. One of these is awful past.

Ceeco2002 · Post by **Ceeco2002** » 12 Apr 2022, 15:49

I'm not sure how to feel about this book. I'll have to read it and understand the storyline better.

Ay Obaj · Post by **Ay Obaj** » 26 Apr 2022, 06:02

I love it when books storyline are constructed perfectly, and contains every single element of thrill. A book like this will surely wow any reader. Thanks for a honest review.

NetMassimo · Post by **NetMassimo** » 13 May 2022, 15:52

This seems like an engaging story with a protagonist who has a backstory I guess is slowly unveiled throughout the novel. Thank you for your great review!