Official Review: By Hook or BY Crook by Al Marsiglia

edztan15 · Post by **edztan15** » 11 May 2020, 09:29

I'm always fascinated by Mafia stories. The mysteries behind the inner workings of the "Mob" always make for a good crime thriller. You can actually pick this book up without reading its predecessor. The reader will be kept up-to-date on where the 1st book left off, which I think is a pretty neat idea. Great review.

LeDiplomatique · Post by **LeDiplomatique** » 11 May 2020, 09:29

This sounds like a great book. I love that the author has uses different literary elements to make it interesting. I would love to know if Frank succeeded in finding Biff Rollo's son and the forces he was up against. Thanks for a wonderful review. Congratulations BOTD.

ShubhamK · Post by **ShubhamK** » 11 May 2020, 09:31

Thanks for such a brief review. I really loved the amazon free version . Now , I want to read the complete book .

Caffrey_19 · Post by **Caffrey_19** » 11 May 2020, 09:34

This book sounds interesting. The mobsters in the Godfather story were very much likable and I would love to read a similar book with such characters. Nice work.

Leen282 · Post by **Leen282** » 11 May 2020, 09:36

When reading the sample on Amazon, it was also my first thought: the author has a great idea starting with the summary of the previous book. This is a story I'd love reading, and I enjoy fast paced books.

Jorge Leon Salazar · Post by **Jorge Leon Salazar** » 11 May 2020, 09:40

An action-packed crime novel. It is the second book in the Frankie Fiore series. You can read standalone because there is a detailed summary at the beginning. Recommended for lovers of Italian Mafia crime novels in the style of the Godfather movie.

book_fanatic_ · Post by **book_fanatic_** » 11 May 2020, 09:42

Sounds like my kind of book. Your review and details have actually intrigued me to read both the books in the series. Thanks for the nice review.

Jajachris · Post by **Jajachris** » 11 May 2020, 09:58

Your review is very handy.
I did not read the first series as well but from your review I know I can start from the second and not feel left out. I, however, frown at the jumpy pace of the books you mentioned. I thought one reason why books are written in series is to enable a slow but intriguing narration of events that build up the storyline.

I will definitely add this to my bookshelf.

Nessa_girl78 · Post by **Nessa_girl78** » 11 May 2020, 10:04

While I am not a fan of mafia novels, this does sound like an interesting read. The plot sounds engaging and action packed, almost like it would make a good storyline. I would be willing to give this novel a chance, but I would have to read the first one first.

Stephen Campana · Post by **Stephen Campana** » 11 May 2020, 10:05

As a fan of mafia books and movies, this one is right up my alley. Frankie Fiore sounds like a great character. Thanks for the review, Sarah.

DiyaChawla · Post by **DiyaChawla** » 11 May 2020, 10:13

The review really makes me want to read it as it will be something different from what i usually read.
The title really hooks the reader and kind of leads you into a curious/suspension path.

oduduima · Post by **oduduima** » 11 May 2020, 10:15

Nothing sounds better than a Mafia novel. Beautiful review!

A Razzaque · Post by **A Razzaque** » 11 May 2020, 10:18

Its an excellent book .everything what we want to do we should do as the same way that is by hook or cook.

Bookreviwer2020 · Post by **Bookreviwer2020** » 11 May 2020, 10:20

Sounds like an interesting and action packed book. I liked the fact that you felt like part of the family reading it, but I think that the profanity would put me off. Thanks for the thorough review

Kachi_Ejiogu+_ · Post by **Kachi_Ejiogu+_** » 11 May 2020, 10:21

Somehow, Frankie also strikes me as an interesting character. A pairing of suspense, action, humour and romance is quite a delight. Al Marsiglia has done great work, so did you. Great review.