Sex and Sunsets
by Tim Sandlin
published
September 1st 1997
by Riverhead Trade
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Paperback, 272 pages
isbn
1573226289
(isbn13: 9781573226288)
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This is neither Sandlin's best book nor for everybody, but for fans off the offbeat, its an enjoyable read.
Kelly Palomino is a 30ish, ex-hippie, suffering from some degree of mental illness. Among his more appealing quirks is the fact that he hears voices in running water--and occasionally acts on their advice. He's definitely delusional in other ways too, although Sandlin leaves it pretty much to the reader to discern how much of the plot (revealed through Kelly's first person narration)is...more
Kelly Palomino is a 30ish, ex-hippie, suffering from some degree of mental illness. Among his more appealing quirks is the fact that he hears voices in running water--and occasionally acts on their advice. He's definitely delusional in other ways too, although Sandlin leaves it pretty much to the reader to discern how much of the plot (revealed through Kelly's first person narration)is...more
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I just finished this book a few days ago. My good friend Collin suggested it while I was still trying to read Foucault. As a side note, I've given up a little bit on reading Foucault at work; it's pretty impossible. This sort of means giving up on reading it at all, especially because it's summertime and fiction is always less intimidating, while still being stimulating. Anyway, I liked this book quite a bit-- it reminded me a little of Tom Robbins. My biggest issue with it was that I find the w...more
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Read in July, 2003
This was the book that introduced me to Sandlin. A favorite quote:
"Let's get one thing straight right off the bat. I'm not crazy. Yes, there was a time when that may have been debateable, but the insanity play no longer washes. Everything I've accomplished was done with forethought and a healthy regard for the consequences." - Kelly Palamino
"Let's get one thing straight right off the bat. I'm not crazy. Yes, there was a time when that may have been debateable, but the insanity play no longer washes. Everything I've accomplished was done with forethought and a healthy regard for the consequences." - Kelly Palamino
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I learned that there are only two things worthwhile in this world. Sex and sunsets. Thanks gwampa! Tim Sandlin is one of those authors whose voice is so accessibly down-home and funny that you totally dig whatever protagonist he's pushing, even if the plot situation is little sitcom ridic. Not is good as the Gromont trilogy or Western Swing, but it made me smile while reading.
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I love reading Tim Sandlin books. This one was my introduction to his prose. I suppose the best way to describe his writing is that it's easy to read, difficult to refrain from smiling at his humor and wisdom.
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Read in June, 2008
this is a strange novel about love and life. it will make you laugh and sometimes make you cringe. it is a fun read. tim sandlin is an intelligent and witty author.
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Read in October, 2007
Totally gross! Wouldn't recommend it to anyone! If you've lived in Jackson Hole you'll laugh out loud...but with a red face.
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Read in January, 2008
It was really good, but the downside was it was also really short. Good afternoon or bathtub read.
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This was my first introduction to Sandlin's work. I knew right away he was a keeper!
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Read in July, 2007
This one wasn't a great book, but it's cute, and I'd read something else by him.
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I loved this book and laughed all the way to the cheesy cliche' ending.
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Read in April, 2007
recommended to Julie Alice by:
Michael Robertsonrecommends it for: most everyone
"Craziness" sometimes gets the girl.
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Read in July, 2005
recommends it for:
anyone
Kelly Palomino is my hero.
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