Bill Crider reviewed David Terrenoire’s Beneath a Panamanian Moon here. I found a copy and put it on my Read Real Soon stack. Finally, it floated to the surface and I read it in one gulp. As Bill pointed out, it says “A Mystery” on the cover. But Beneath a Panamanian Moon is a high-octane spy novel. The narrator, John Harper, is a retired spy who now plays piano in clubs and parties. But, something big is going down in Panama so Harper finds himself recruited to find out what’s happening. A pile of bodies, a bunch of explosions, and some gaudy patter later, we discover the plot hatched south of the border. If you’re in the mood for a non-stop action thrill ride, Beneath a Panamanian Moon is just the ticket. GRADE: B+
I”ve never read anything by him. On facebook he once solicited books, etc to send to the troups in Iraq which I thought was nice. I sent a big box, and I’m sure many others did.
Jeff, what 300 page mystery novel are you racing thru (the one you mentioned yesterday)
Maggie, I wish David Terrenoire wrote more books. BENEATH A PANAMANIAN MOON was a good start.
Maggie, it was Spencer Kope’s COLLECTING THE DEAD. Not sure if you’ll read it because it is about hunting serial killers, but it is very good. (I finished it yesterday.)
you’re right not for me Now I’m reading something in the Bruno, Chief of police series by IIRC Martin Walker, about Templar ruins
Glad you liked it!
Bill, thanks for bringing David Terrenoire’s BENEATH A PANAMANIAN MOON to our attention. It shouldn’t be a Forgotten Book. More people should read it.
I’ve got it, George–Charlie Stella is a big fan; David has designed some of his book covers—but I haven’t been able to get to it yet. Your review, like always, helps….
Rick, I liked the character’s narration and his piano playing! David Terrenoire is an underrated writer.
It’s been on my list since Bill’s review.
Jeff, BENEATH A PANAMANIAN MOON completely slipped past my radar. It was Bill Crider’s review that motivated me to find a copy. I’m sure glad I did!
I had read it before I read Bill’s review. It was a quick read and the type of book that grew on me as I got into it.
Kent, I had the same experience while reading BENEATH A PANAMANIAN MOON. The story picked up momentum and the pages just flew by!
Just purchased a copy on Amazon. You and Bill can’t both be wrong. Did Terrenoire ever write another book in the series? I couldn’t find one.
Steve, Bill Crider has a sad story to tell about David Terrenoire. As far as I know, BENEATH A PANAMANIAN MOON is his only book. I would love to read a sequel.
I have found the story you mentioned. Terrenoire’s blog can be easily found. I don’t think it has been updated since last November. His last post made me cry.
Steve, Terrenoire’s situation is very sad. It’s tragic that a talented writer finds himself in such circumstances.