Good Neighbors

by Gorman Bechard

Book Overview

From Publishers WeeklyIn his first mystery, novelist Bechard (The Second Greatest Story Ever Told; Balls) deftly captures the story's working-class neighborhood setting. Juke Miller, an ex-cop who left the force after killing an innocent person, now runs a bar in Harmony, Conn., a slightly downscale suburb of New Haven. When Juke's best friend and neighbor, Reggie DeLillo, is killed by a cop after apparently shooting a teenage neighbor who poisoned...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1456459341
• ISBN13: 9781456459345
• Release Date: May 2013
• Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 406 Pages
• Weight: 0.88 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.0" x 8.0"

Customer Reviews

A thrilling page turner!

Being a huge fan of Mr. Bechard's writing, I was glad to see he wrote another book. Hoping for something in the way of his earlier books, "The Second Greatest Story Ever Told," and "Balls," which are truely excellent books to be treasured! (Note: Do not ever lend these books out without making sure you will get them back! I guarantee you won't!) I was very suprised to find out it was a mystery, without a female heroine, but I warmed up to Juke Miller as soon as I started reading the book. Juke is just as intelligent, humorous, and good hearted as Mr. Bechard's other main character's.For being a 360 degree turn in genre, I was intrigued with "Good Neighbors." I liked the characters and was totally fooled by the twists and turns in plot. I never guessed the ending! Recommendation: Get the book while it is available or you will be out of luck.Mr. Bechard has another hit on his hands!

A page turner that to don't want to end.

For fans of Lawrence Block's "Matt Scudder" crime novels, or those who would look forward to a combination of "Spencer" and "87th Precinct," I urge you to give Gorman Bechard's "Good Neighbors" a try. In what I hope will be the first of a new series, meet Juke Miller, an ex-cop and current bar owner in a small Connecticut town, who will take you on a truth searching ride that you'll not soon forget; while at the same time giving new meaning to the word "friendship." I very much look forward to Juke Miller's return, and welcome his creator to a short list of superior crime writers. And to the publisher, Carroll & Graf, I humbly suggest it find a new jacket designer for future "Juke Miller" books.

Bechard Hits another homerun

From the minute I started reading this book, I could not put it down. Gorman Bechard once again creates warm, deep characters who are truly believable. This book reminded me of the best character mysteries by Michael Connelly ("The Poet", The Bosch Series) with the humanity of Minette Walters ("The Scuptress", "Scolds Bridle"). Gorman Bechard moves to the top of my 'must read' author list.

Couldn't put it down.

As a dog lover, I was obviously intrigued by the book's description. As a mystery lover, I was blown away by what I read. With most mysteries, I can usually guess the outcome. With "Good Neighbors" I didn't even come close (until the very end when I wanted to slap myself for missing Mr. Bechard's very subtle clues.) And as each chapter ended I found myself having to turn the page to keep reading. (If ever the term "page-turner" applied!) Juke Miller is an astounding, heart-breaking character. I cared about him. Worried about him. I found myself falling in love with him (he is technically available). I look forward to seeing more of him in the near future.

A STORY THAT KEEPS YOU GUESSING TO THE VERY END

GOOD NEIGHBORS IS A STORY THAT CAPTURES THE MOOD AND FEEL OF A QUIET SUBURBAN NEIGHBORHOOD AND WHAT RESULTS WHEN SOMETHING GOES TERRIBLY WRONG. THE CHARACTERS ARE PEOPLE YOU COULD PICK OUT IN YOUR OWN NEIGHBORHOOD. BY SEEING THE STORY THROUGH THE MAIN CHARACTER, JUKE MILLER, YOU GET TO DISCOVER WHAT STRENGTHS DRIVE HIM AS A FORMER COP AND WHAT WEAKNESSES NAG HIM AS A MAN. THE STORY TAKES MANY TWISTS AND TURNS AND MAKES YOU FEEL LIKE YOUR ON A NARROW AND WINDING ROAD IN THE MIDDLE OF THE NIGHT WONDERING WHAT'S AROUND THE NEXT CORNER! A "MUST READ" FOR THE STRONG OF HEART.