Review of Catching a Bird
Posted: 04 Nov 2024, 23:31
[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Catching a Bird" by Bonz Buonopane.]
Bonz Buonopane was a retired gangster with a wife and two boys. One morning, he was sitting at his wife's salon when he received a call from a distraught woman. When Jamie’s husband takes over the call, Bonz learns that their daughter, Stacy, was murdered a year ago. Bonz told them he wasn’t a private investigator. However, Jack replies Bonz was known as “a guy that gets things done.” Intrigued, Bonz agrees to meet the couple at the Ocean Grill. Jamie forewarns him that the police thought Stacy was a victim of the Worcester County killer. Jack paid Bonz two thousand dollars to find Stacy's killer.
Bonz meets with his connection with the local police to gain more information about the rumored serial killer. As Bonz continues digging up information about the Worcester County Killer, he learns Stacy may not have been the “good girl” that her parents claimed. A bold law student, an unusual dating site, and a trip down memory lane, and odd serial killer's twisted thoughts filled the pages of Catching a Bird.
Bonz Buonopane’s Catching a Bird is a unique story featuring a gangster who claims he is retired. Bonz was in denial because his narrative made him into the perfect anti-hero. He didn’t go seeking Stacy’s killer the way an investigator would. Bonz earned his infamous label as a gangster. A scene in a diner demonstrates that killing someone didn't bother Bonz at all. Bonz even feels pride about his toddler causing problems at his private Catholic preschool. I was amazed by his ability to stay one step ahead of everyone which added to the supsense. The blunt remarks of his adolescent son demonstrate Bonz's unconventional parenting skills.
Catching a Bird literally stole my attention from the first page. The only improvement I would have liked involved the timeline. Bonz lived in Delaware, but the murder led him to Maryland. Next, he traveled to a hideout established in Virginia. He jumped from one location to the next so quickly that I didn’t know how long he had traveled or how many days had passed. However, this was only a minor issue because Bonz’s fantasies and gangster philosophies distracted me completely.
I rate Catching a Bird five out of five stars. I don’t believe my dislike of the timeline warranted a lower score. Watching people’s reactions through a seasoned killer’s eyes gave me a new perspective on how people perceive villains. Vivid details of every scene made it easy to envision every moment. The character development was exceptional. Bonz was a flawed man, but it added distinctive attributes to his personality. His business savvy portrayed him as someone who could hold his own with someone like Al Capone. The unpredictable plot twists made this a thrilling book to read.
Mature readers who enjoy mystery stories involving an unfiltered killer will enjoy the unpredictable plot. Catching a Bird is unsuitable for readers who dislike profanity, explicit scenes, or violence.
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Catching a Bird
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Bonz Buonopane was a retired gangster with a wife and two boys. One morning, he was sitting at his wife's salon when he received a call from a distraught woman. When Jamie’s husband takes over the call, Bonz learns that their daughter, Stacy, was murdered a year ago. Bonz told them he wasn’t a private investigator. However, Jack replies Bonz was known as “a guy that gets things done.” Intrigued, Bonz agrees to meet the couple at the Ocean Grill. Jamie forewarns him that the police thought Stacy was a victim of the Worcester County killer. Jack paid Bonz two thousand dollars to find Stacy's killer.
Bonz meets with his connection with the local police to gain more information about the rumored serial killer. As Bonz continues digging up information about the Worcester County Killer, he learns Stacy may not have been the “good girl” that her parents claimed. A bold law student, an unusual dating site, and a trip down memory lane, and odd serial killer's twisted thoughts filled the pages of Catching a Bird.
Bonz Buonopane’s Catching a Bird is a unique story featuring a gangster who claims he is retired. Bonz was in denial because his narrative made him into the perfect anti-hero. He didn’t go seeking Stacy’s killer the way an investigator would. Bonz earned his infamous label as a gangster. A scene in a diner demonstrates that killing someone didn't bother Bonz at all. Bonz even feels pride about his toddler causing problems at his private Catholic preschool. I was amazed by his ability to stay one step ahead of everyone which added to the supsense. The blunt remarks of his adolescent son demonstrate Bonz's unconventional parenting skills.
Catching a Bird literally stole my attention from the first page. The only improvement I would have liked involved the timeline. Bonz lived in Delaware, but the murder led him to Maryland. Next, he traveled to a hideout established in Virginia. He jumped from one location to the next so quickly that I didn’t know how long he had traveled or how many days had passed. However, this was only a minor issue because Bonz’s fantasies and gangster philosophies distracted me completely.
I rate Catching a Bird five out of five stars. I don’t believe my dislike of the timeline warranted a lower score. Watching people’s reactions through a seasoned killer’s eyes gave me a new perspective on how people perceive villains. Vivid details of every scene made it easy to envision every moment. The character development was exceptional. Bonz was a flawed man, but it added distinctive attributes to his personality. His business savvy portrayed him as someone who could hold his own with someone like Al Capone. The unpredictable plot twists made this a thrilling book to read.
Mature readers who enjoy mystery stories involving an unfiltered killer will enjoy the unpredictable plot. Catching a Bird is unsuitable for readers who dislike profanity, explicit scenes, or violence.
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Catching a Bird
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon