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Gino's Law:: For Every Action There's An Overreaction Kindle Edition

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See Gino's Law in action in this quirky mystery. Gino Gibaldi is a multi-phobic reclusive misanthrope who's been framed for murder. Since he's claustrophobic with agoraphobic tendencies, it's too bad he has to go on the run while trying to prove his innocence. Gino is a gifted creator of three-dimensional display items, such as life-sized holiday scenes for shopping malls, a pink cow that dispenses liquor for a farm-themed party, and ice sculptures for hotel banquets. You should also know that he lives in a rather... quirky East Dallas neighborhood. Profanity, mild violence. No sex or vampires (sorry.)

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September 21, 2016
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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01LZKESMK
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Candace Williams (September 21, 2016)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 21, 2016
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 3519 KB
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Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
Print length ‏ : ‎ 320 pages
Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1537597485

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Candace Williams is a late-blooming novelist who believes you can live your dream. She resides with her husband and beloved rescued Iggys (Italian Greyhounds) in Texas. Her first novel, The Earthquake Doll, was inspired by her early experiences in post-war Japan while her father was serving in the Korean Conflict.

Her second novel, Gino's Law: For Every Action There's An Overreaction, published in 2016, is a contemporary mystery set in a quirky East Dallas neighborhood.

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Engaging, funny, great dialogue, suspense -- a memorable book.

Reviewed in the United States on October 14, 2016

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I fell in love with Candace Williams' first book, "Earthquake Doll," and proclaimed it (see my Amazon review) an artistic treasure and a potential classic. So I really anticipated her next work, this time a light-hearted Texas murder mystery. Gino, the protagonist, has lots of issues, problems, and demons. But despite all of that, he surprises the reader (and himself) with occasional clear thinking and decisive action. Just when you're thinking he's trapped with no way out, and expecting some outside agency to magically appear to bail him out, he solves his immediate problem. And then you realize how hard you were pulling for him to do so! Gino and his eclectic friends and neighbors are not your stereotypical Texans, but this book will have you laughing, worrying, almost despairing, then celebrating. I stayed up late several nights reading, engrossed in the tale and the characters. It's just a very enjoyable book. Give it a try!

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Reviewed in the United States on October 19, 2016

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Gino’s Law took a few chapters to really grab me before I realized this was a game of Clue set in Texas. Okay, it’s not quite Clue – but it’s still a murder mystery that is forced upon the main character by naming him the primary suspect.

Our main character, Gino, is a grumpy man of thirty who has both diabetes and mild agoraphobia. I found a line that sums up his attitude throughout the book –“Don’t take it personally,” Gino said. “I generally detest everyone. Separately but equally, of course.”

Naturally the murder victim is someone he has loudly opposed. Gino ends up being taken to jail for pot possession while they search his house for murder weapons, panics then crashes from a medical condition, gets released, then they try to arrest him again – this time he flees in a neighbor’s car. Then things get worse…

At this point, it’s worth noting the title of this book; ‘Gino’s Law’ for every action there is an overreaction.

There’s a lot of natural humor in the story. One of the main character’s best friends is gay, raises award-winning guinea pigs and does horoscopes better than my mother ever could. This leads to a funny scene later on as Gino’s main ‘love interest’ believes Gino to be gay as well – much to his dismay. In addition, there are plot threads having to do with attempted extortion from Mexican Coyotes, a drifty artistic tenant who rents out a room but locks herself out constantly, add in the murder weapon being a reindeer antler and you’ve got a lot of reasons to chuckle.

That being said, those looking for a fantasy or science fiction may not find the story attractive. Anyone looking for straight modern fiction would probably get a kick out of ‘Gino’s Law’. I felt confusingly intrigued by the vernacular but stayed for the murder mystery and watching one thing after another go wrong.

Overall I enjoyed the book.

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Tracy Lawson

Quirky mystery set in quirky neighborhood

Reviewed in the United States on December 3, 2016

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You'd think that an agoraphobic would be able to stay out of trouble. But Gino Gibaldi prefers to let everyone think he's a grump, a curmudgeon. He maintains relationships, and even friendships, with the eclectic, quirky neighbors in his Old East Dallas neighborhood without revealing his secret. But when one of those neighbors is murdered, Gino finds himself in hot water.

I live near the real-life quirky neighborhood depicted in this book, and that made me enjoy it all the more. Great characters and laugh out loud funny moments as Gino and his friends try to keep him out of jail.

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ACFlory

A character driven who-dunnit with style and charm.

Reviewed in the United States on December 4, 2016

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Gino's Law begins slowly as we get a feel for this odd, abrasive yet strangely likable character with multiple issues from diabetes to claustrophobia and mild agoraphobia. This time is necessary because in many ways, Gino is his own worst enemy and what happens to him is exacerbated by his own personality issues. Unfortunately, the inability of authority figures like the police to deal with someone who has disabilities seems to be the same the world over. As Gino says, they 'over-react'.

Lurching from one crisis to the next, Gino provides some moments of genuine, natural humour that leaven the darker moments.

I thoroughtly enjoyed Gino's Law, even though some of the situations had a Keystone Cops air about them, and had two late nights as a result. I'd recommend Gino's Law to anyone who enjoys a quirky, well-thought out who-dunnit. :)

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Waiting for Gino's Law II

Reviewed in the United States on January 8, 2017

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Wow, I've had this book a couple of months but was in the middle of another series. I finally read this gem and am hoping its the beginning of a series. The story grabs you pretty quick. Gino, a man made complex and shielded via an abusive childhood finds him self the center of attention through an accusation of murder being leveled against him. Set in Dallas, Tx but sweeping west to the border patrols of the long drive to El Paso, you're going for a ride but you're going to like it.

Reviewed in the United States on October 3, 2016

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I loved this book...couldn't put it down. Fast paced, well researched and true to location. I'm excited to read more by this author! I would recommend it to anyone who
Loves murder mysteries.

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The book description describes Gino's Law as taking place in ...

Reviewed in the United States on November 19, 2016

The book description describes Gino's Law as taking place in a “quirky East Dallas neighborhood.” That quirkiness comes from the people who populate it. The story combines mystery (who really committed the murder Gino's been accused of) and suspense, which normally implies a serious and intense story, which this is at times. But the quirkiness of Gino and his neighbors also lighten things up some of the time.

Gino's Law should be a satisfying read for a typical mystery reader, especially those who don't mind a story that's a bit offbeat. It should also appeal to readers who prefer their stories to focus on the characters as much as the plot, which is not typical of the mystery genre.

**Originally written for "Books and Pals" book blog. May have received a free review copy. **

Reviewed in the United States on October 22, 2019

Loved it! The central characters are quirky but their actions ring true. It was a great book with twists and turns to keep a reader engaged. Get this book today, you won't be sorry.

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