Synopsis
Too shy to reply? The Comeback Kid will do it for you!
In this hilarious take on the modern-day detective story, Frank “The Comeback Kid” Davenport has made cozy living finishing arguments for people too embarrassed to speak up for themselves. But when a beautiful young woman hires him to tell off her dad, he quickly discovers that this job will be unlike any he’s had before. If he’s going to finish it, the unlikely sleuth will have to hunt her father down himself. The only problem? Ruthless killers are also looking for him, and now Frank is in their sights. His only hope is to find out why the dad skipped town before his life, career, and floundering love life are ruined.
Fans of Douglas Adams and Christopher Moore will love this uproarious thrill ride.
Review
What an interesting career choice – delivering witty comeback lines for those that couldn’t think of them at the time. And to think people paid money for that service!
This book has several things that check my list – mystery, humor, and characters that may seem normal on the surface but are anything but that once you delve into their characters. Frank is an unassuming guy with a few close friends. He is the most stable character in this book. Then there is Lucky (real name unknown) that hires Frank to find her father but isn’t quite honest about anything. Lucky is also a bit off the wall personality wise. I think she has good intentions but sometimes I wondered about her motives. These two are the main characters but there is the supporting cast of Richard/Ricardo (Frank’s ex’s current beau), Eddie (Frank’s friend), and Kate (Frank’s new girlfriend and perhaps his redeeming grace).
While it may seem like there is one mystery to solve, I think there are actually about three but they are all tied together. Where is Lucky’s father? Who is beating up Frank and others to find Charles Smith? Why do they want Charles Smith? Finding the answer to these questions will either bring them close together or tear them apart or both. I was surprised by how some of the stories turned out, definitely wasn’t something I was expecting. I enjoyed the humor peppered throughout the story and the wackiness of several characters.
I could see another book following this one with more adventures between Frank & Lucky. I would be interested to see how Frank’s relationship with Kate progresses.
We give this book 3 1/2 paws.
About the Author
Jack Roach lives in Atlanta, Georgia, with his wife and three children. He likes hang gliding, BASE jumping, and the fact that bios don’t have to be true.
