Title: Wanna Get Lucky? Author: Deborah Coonts
First published May 1, 2010
352 pages, Hardcover
ISBN: 9780765325433 (ISBN10: 0765325438)
Rating: 3.93
Overview
In the city of sin, anything can happen. Lucky O’Toole, the head of customer relations at the Babylon Megacasino, knows this all too well.
When a young woman falls from a sightseeing helicopter in the middle of a Pirate Show, most people assume it’s just another Vegas tragedy. But Lucky smells a rat, and soon finds herself knee-deep in a scandalous mix of the adult film industry’s annual awards banquet, a spouse-swapping convention, and sex-toy purveyors preying on attendees of ElectroniCon.
As if that wasn’t enough, Lucky’s investigation leads her to an old flame and the shocking conclusion that the woman’s death was no suicide. Meanwhile, Lucky’s best friend Teddie is pushing to take their relationship to the next level, leaving Lucky struggling to keep her personal and professional life from spinning out of control.
Can Lucky solve the crime, manage the Babylon’s outrageous festivities, and resist temptation all at once? Only time will tell in this thrilling and sexy adventure.
About the Author
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Deborah is a self-proclaimed adventurer who loves nothing more than change and excitement. She’s not your typical homebody, and instead prefers the thrill of travel, flying airplanes, and riding motorcycles.
She’s the author of the popular Lucky O’Toole Vegas Adventure series, which takes readers on a romantic and mysterious journey through Sin City. The first book in the series, Wanna Get Lucky?, was a New York Times Notable Crime Novel and a double RITA™ Award Finalist.
Deborah has also written the Kate Sawyer Medical Thriller series, the Brinda Rose Humorous Mystery series, and a few standalone novels. Even though she’s always on the go, you can still find her online.
Editoral Review
Wanna Get Lucky? by Deborah Coonts is a fun and engaging novel of the mystery and suspense genre, first published in May 2010.
Deborah Coonts is an American author based in Las Vegas, known for her entertaining writing style and her ability to capture the essence of Sin City in her books. Wanna Get Lucky?
is the first book in her popular Lucky O’Toole series, a long-standing series that has won several awards and garnered a loyal fan base. The novel takes place in Las Vegas, where Lucky O’Toole works as an assistant manager at the Babylon casino.
One night, a man falls from the pirate ship in front of the casino, and Lucky becomes embroiled in an unusual murder investigation. As the body count rises, Lucky must navigate the corrupt and seedy underbelly of Las Vegas to uncover the truth behind the murders.
Coonts skillfully develops her characters, particularly Lucky, who is a witty and charismatic protagonist. The supporting characters such as Lucky’s friend, investigative reporter Paxton Dane, and her love interest, undercover detective, and head of security, Teddie, are also well-drawn and add depth and complexity to the story.
The setting of the novel, Las Vegas, is a character in itself, brought vividly to life by Coonts’ descriptions of the glitz and glamour of the city, alongside the seedy and dangerous aspects of its underworld. One of the major strengths of Wanna Get Lucky?
is Coonts’ writing style. She strikes a perfect balance between humor and suspense, and her witty one-liners and humorous observations are peppered throughout the novel, making it an entertaining read.
Additionally, Coonts’ use of description and detail immerses the reader in the world of Las Vegas, allowing them to experience the city through Lucky’s eyes. However, there are some limitations to the novel.
At times, the plot can be somewhat convoluted, with twists and turns that can be difficult to follow. Additionally, some of the characters are one-dimensional and lack depth.
Overall, Wanna Get Lucky? is a fun and engaging novel that will delight fans of the mystery and suspense genre.
Its strengths lie in Coonts’ writing style, character development, and the vivid setting of Las Vegas. Though there are some limitations to the novel, they do not detract from its overall entertainment value.
I would recommend this novel to anyone looking for an entertaining read that will transport them to the glittering city of Las Vegas. Fans of Janet Evanovich’s Stephanie Plum series or Laura Levine’s Jaine Austen series will particularly enjoy this book.
I score this novel 4 out of 5, as it is a well-written, engaging, and entertaining read.
