Gold Coast A Novel
Gold Coast A Novel by Elmore Leonard is a reprint edition published by HarperCollins on July 3, 2012, featuring 336 pages in English. This novel centers around Karen, the widow of Florida mob boss Frank DiCilia, who inherits his wealth but faces strict conditions regarding her romantic involvement. With the threat of a thug named Roland, who is enforcing Frank’s wishes from beyond the grave, Karen’s life becomes increasingly complicated when Cal Maguire, a savvy ex-con from Detroit, enters the scene with plans that could secure her freedom and fortune.
Readers will find a narrative that explores themes of loyalty, deception, and the lengths one might go to reclaim autonomy. As Cal devises a scheme to help Karen navigate her precarious situation, the tension escalates, revealing the dangers that accompany their pursuit of freedom. The story delves into the dynamics of power and control, set against the backdrop of a lavish lifestyle intertwined with crime. This edition presents Leonard’s signature storytelling style, engaging readers in a tale of intrigue and survival.
Official synopsis Publisher
Ahen he died, Florida mob boss Frank DiCilia left his gorgeous widow, Karen, everything, but with strings attached. If she ever gets involved with another man, she loses the millions, the cars, and the palatial Gold Coast mansion. A crazy cowboy-wannabe thug named Roland, who’s acting as Frank’s eyes beyond the grave, is making sure Karen doesn’t dally, with serious muscle if necessary. But now Cal Maguire’s come into the picture. A sexy, street-smart Detroit ex-con, Cal’s got a line and a scam for every occasion. And he’s got the perfect plan for getting Karen DiCilia her money and her freedom . . . if it doesn’t get them both killed first.
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