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by Richard Stark
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blackguysdoread
blackguysdoread rated it 10 years ago
I love that I've discovered the Parker series. I'd been searching for a good series of popcorn books that I can read quickly without a whole lot of brainpower when I'm in that mood, or when I'm working and have little time to read. The Parker books have filled that void for me. They're quick, in-and...
Seriously, Read a Book!
Seriously, Read a Book! rated it 11 years ago
When The Outfit sets its sights on Parker it doesn't count on the fact that men like Parker, the "independent contractors" of the underworld are, in their own way, legion. The powers that be as well as the cogs and drones who comprise the myriad operations under the purview of The Outfit are soft ta...
Seriously, Read a Book!
Seriously, Read a Book! rated it 11 years ago
When The Outfit sets its sights on Parker it doesn't count on the fact that men like Parker, the "independent contractors" of the underworld are, in their own way, legion. The powers that be as well as the cogs and drones who comprise the myriad operations under the purview of The Outfit are soft ta...
EricCWelch
EricCWelch rated it 15 years ago
What is it that makes us (me) find the bad guy so intriguing? Why do we root for Parker? His sense of independence? Is it the David v Goliath theme? Probably all of the above. This story is dated: no cell phones or other little technological marvels that surround us today, but it's a good story. P...
Dantastic Book Reviews
Dantastic Book Reviews rated it 15 years ago
After a hit man tries to kill Parker while he's in bed with a ladyfriend, Parker decides it's time to settle his score with The Outfit once and for all. While his various criminal acquaintances begin hitting Outfit-owned targets, Parker makes plans to take out the head of the Outfit. But will even...
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