Review by Mupeta -- Gringo by Dan "Tito" Davis
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Review by Mupeta -- Gringo by Dan "Tito" Davis
[Following is a volunteer review of "Gringo" by Dan "Tito" Davis.]
3 out of 4 stars
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A thrilling adventure that captivates you from one page to another. Not only is the narration intriguing, but the descriptions so mesmerizing that one feels as though one actually met the characters and been to the places mentioned. If not, one was left with a tingling desire to actually do so (meet the characters or at least do an internet search), and travel to those locations. Gringo: My Life on the Edge as an International Fugitive is an account of the life of Dan Davies, nick-named 'Tinto', and his life on the other side of the law; his flight to countries outside the United States of America, and encounters during his bid to avoid facing it.
If one is the type of reader that either loves the suspenseful thriller, but hates the gore, or loves the quaint yet fast-paced narrative and action, then Gringo is the book to pick up. The book must be credited for providing not only humour, despite the context of the story, but also information such as history, meanings, and culture, usefully doted along at every necessary juncture in a far from boring manner, as well as via the End-notes. However, due to the nature of one such informative description involving a particular animal in a small South American town, perhaps warning need be given for the more sensitive, or younger reader.
Although the book is a narrative of true events, at times shocking, others disturbing, it unfolds in such a manner that it reads like an innocent yet suspense filled fiction, bringing credence to the idea that reality is indeed stranger than fiction. In the end, one is left with a strong respect for both the authors: Dan Davies with Peter Conti, and especially, the story’s protagonist despite, or even because of his past fugitive status.
It must be noted though that the acknowledgements section of the book presented seven individuals to be particularly acknowledged. However, the very next paragraph begins an arsenal of more individuals to be acknowledged, until a fourth page whose last sentence apologizes to those whose names may have been forgotten. This situation may have been avoided if gratitude were generally extended to the remaining individuals who had offered him ‘inspiration’, ‘hospitality’, ‘comradeship’, ‘clarification of memories’, and ‘helpful advice’.
A few typographical and grammatical errors were also scattered along the book. These were so minimal however, and overshadowed by the interesting unfolding of the tale that they were more easily forgiven. As such I give this book an overall rating of 3 out of 4 stars, and this only because nothing is perfect in life.
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3 out of 4 stars
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A thrilling adventure that captivates you from one page to another. Not only is the narration intriguing, but the descriptions so mesmerizing that one feels as though one actually met the characters and been to the places mentioned. If not, one was left with a tingling desire to actually do so (meet the characters or at least do an internet search), and travel to those locations. Gringo: My Life on the Edge as an International Fugitive is an account of the life of Dan Davies, nick-named 'Tinto', and his life on the other side of the law; his flight to countries outside the United States of America, and encounters during his bid to avoid facing it.
If one is the type of reader that either loves the suspenseful thriller, but hates the gore, or loves the quaint yet fast-paced narrative and action, then Gringo is the book to pick up. The book must be credited for providing not only humour, despite the context of the story, but also information such as history, meanings, and culture, usefully doted along at every necessary juncture in a far from boring manner, as well as via the End-notes. However, due to the nature of one such informative description involving a particular animal in a small South American town, perhaps warning need be given for the more sensitive, or younger reader.
Although the book is a narrative of true events, at times shocking, others disturbing, it unfolds in such a manner that it reads like an innocent yet suspense filled fiction, bringing credence to the idea that reality is indeed stranger than fiction. In the end, one is left with a strong respect for both the authors: Dan Davies with Peter Conti, and especially, the story’s protagonist despite, or even because of his past fugitive status.
It must be noted though that the acknowledgements section of the book presented seven individuals to be particularly acknowledged. However, the very next paragraph begins an arsenal of more individuals to be acknowledged, until a fourth page whose last sentence apologizes to those whose names may have been forgotten. This situation may have been avoided if gratitude were generally extended to the remaining individuals who had offered him ‘inspiration’, ‘hospitality’, ‘comradeship’, ‘clarification of memories’, and ‘helpful advice’.
A few typographical and grammatical errors were also scattered along the book. These were so minimal however, and overshadowed by the interesting unfolding of the tale that they were more easily forgiven. As such I give this book an overall rating of 3 out of 4 stars, and this only because nothing is perfect in life.
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Gringo
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