The Winter of Frankie Machine Audiobook Review
The Winter of Frankie Machine – An Audio Book Review
- Author: Don Winslow
- Narrated by: Dennis Boutsikaris
- Length: 9 hours and 12 minutes
- Unabridged
- Genre: Suspense
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The Winter of Frankie Machine Audio Book Summary:
Frankie Manchianno is an unassuming father, business man, ex-surfer and a popular member of the community. But Frankie is not all what he appears to be for he has a dark past that he wishes to leave behind permanently. For you see, the friendly Frankie is actually a retired hitman. In fact, he was the most feared and respected member of the Mafia where he was known as Frankie Machine. Frank cuts of all his ties and connection to the mafia in the hopes of living a peaceful life. But all good things must come to an end, especially for a man who once walked in a world full of chaos and violence. Frankie gets an invitation from a local boss who needs a favor from the ex-hitman, and before he has a chance to turn down the offer he finds himself smack dabbed in the middle of a war.
Now, someone wants him dead and time is running out before the demons from his past catches up to him and destroys everything he holds dear. Will Frankie Manchiano be able to once and for all leave his past before it kills him or will he need call on Frankie Machine one last time?
One reason to listen:
This thrilling audiobook is filled with pulse pounding action and suspense that will surely tie thriller fans down until the bloody end.
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Reactions:
“I’ve quickly become a rabid fan of Don Winslow’s evocative mystery thrillers. In “The Winter of Frankie Machine” Winslow neatly introduces Frank Machiano, AKA Frankie Machine, who, a stone killer for the mafia, is a likeable, even admirable guy. Frank manages to maintain his integrity even as those around him cheat, lie, steal, kill and–worst of all–betray all that they stood for. Retired from the hitman business–as much as anyone can retire from the mob, Frank is unwilling dragged into the life again as crime and corruption reach toward the highest office in the land. Through it all, Frank stays true to his daughter, his ex-wife, his friends and himself. Dennis Boutsikaris lends his reading a casual intensity that perfectly captures the winter sunshine of San Diego. A terrific choice for this book. ” – Surf City Swami
“This is one of my two all-time favorite audio books. I’ve listened since 1993. I have it on cassette, audible download and in print. Dennis Boutsikaris is the perfect narrator for this book. “It’s a lot of work being me.” I thoroughly enjoy listening to the reminiscences of this older man. You don’t have to be a mafia hit man to relate to Frankie Machine. You only need to have lived long enough to have memories to share. If you have, you won’t be dissapointed. It’s a great listen.” – Linda
“One of the most entertaining books you will ever listen to. I read other reviews where they complained about the story going into the character’s past, but I feel it’s vital for background on Frankie Machine. It did not bother me in the least. LOVED this book and wish there were others with Frankie Machine in it.” – Tony M
“I stumbled on Don Windslow this month and have listed to all three of his unabridged books. I wish Audible had others. When I hit this one I was concerned about the change of readers but should not have been. All three are well written and well read. They are not for the squeamish, but neither is life.” – Johnnie Walker
“The plot is a little drawn out, but a fun book.” – Michael
Score on Audible: 4.2 out of 5
Score on Amazon: 4.4 out of 5
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