I first noticed this book when it was nominated as one of the possible monthly reads in one of the groups I belong to here on Goodreads. It had a low Kindle edition price and some really high ratings. It then went into my "to read" stack. When it came time to move a book from "to read" to "currently reading" I took a closer look at the reviews. As it happens a number of those 5 star reviews are from strikingly good looking women. I began to wonder if the good reviews were more the result of his status as Hollywood screen-writer than of the novel itself. If you depend on reviews, a I do, when choosing a book to download/read, it is probably a good idea to consider just how many books the person lists as having read in "Goodreads".But, all that aside, Cimino tells a fast paced story. The first half of the novel moved quickly. Much of the second half slowed down as it plunged into predictability. This edition was in serious need of good editing. There are multiple grammatical errors that detract, for me, from readability. The pacing of the story could have been improved with judicious editing as well. While I am stingy with my 5 star reviews, I am fairly generous with 4 stars. While I won't attempt to retell the story as the synopsis is readily available, this is a mob style crime drama featuring a good deal of violence. This isn't objectionable in the context of the story. But, if you don't like gratuitous violence, stay away from this one. The author shows some potential, but, what you have here is potential, not delivery. Table 21 is a powerful "Godfather meets Crash" tale set in 1999, turn-of-the-millennium, New York City. Roman Sabarese, the owner of the Evangeline's, the hottest eatery in Tribeca, is faced with an urgent crisis; Zoe Greene, a new to the A-list actress and personal friend has gone missing. At the same time, his father, the Don of New York Organized Crime, sits in a Connecticut Federal Prison awaiting trial. As Roman's world spins out of control, and to make matters worse, Manhattan comes unglued as it encounters the biggest party in the world. As two million visitors descend on the city, Roman and his crew fight against time to find Zoe and return her to safety.Table 21 is wonderfully written and has an ending I never saw coming. This is a powerful story of love, conviction and, in the end, a triumphant spirit that trumps age old threads of hatred and bigotry.
What do You think about Table 21 (2011)?
This book was ok but I didn't seem to enjoy or relate to it for some reason
—nada
