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The Winter of Frankie Machine

Don Winslow
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The Winter of Frankie Machine

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006

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Don Winslow

The Winter of Frankie Machine

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2006
Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction

American Literature
Setting

San Diego, California • 2000s

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In The Winter of Frankie Machine, Don Winslow portrays Frankie Machianno, a former mob hitman seeking a peaceful retirement. Set in San Diego, the story follows Frankie as he's drawn back into the criminal underworld to uncover the truth behind an attempt on his life, confronting past alliances and rivalries.

Gritty

Suspenseful

Dark

Mysterious

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.4

18,043 ratings

86%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Winter of Frankie Machine by Don Winslow is praised for its engaging prose and strong character development, particularly the complex and likable protagonist, Frankie. The narrative is fast-paced and thrilling, capturing the crime world effectively. Some reviews note that certain plot elements feel predictable. Overall, it's a compelling crime novel that balances action and introspection.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Winter of Frankie Machine?

Fans of gripping crime novels like The Godfather or No Country for Old Men will enjoy The Winter of Frankie Machine by Don Winslow. Readers who appreciate suspenseful narratives, complex antiheroes, and insights into organized crime will find this story engaging and compelling.

4.4

18,043 ratings

86%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction

American Literature
Setting

San Diego, California • 2000s

Publication Year

2006

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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