The Deep Blue Good By by John D. MacDonald
A Travis McGee Novel
In this classic detective novel, we follow a rugged, self-proclaimed "salvage consultant" who lives aboard a houseboat in Florida. He is drawn into a case involving a treasure hidden by a soldier during World War II, which has become the target of a manipulative and sadistic man. As the protagonist uses his charm and wits to track down the treasure and protect the soldier's innocent daughter, he navigates a dangerous path filled with deceit, violence, and betrayal, showcasing his unique moral code and his willingness to confront the darker aspects of human nature.
The 6735th greatest book of all time
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- Published
- 1964
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 144-160
- Original Language
- English
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(3.0)
- Alternate Titles
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This book is on the following 1 lists:
- 95th on Top 100 Killer Thrillers (NPR)