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Death Benefits
by
Nelson DeMille (Goodreads Author)
A digital short story from New York Times bestselling author Nelson DeMille that also includes a preview from his upcoming novel, THE PANTHER
Bestselling author Jack Henry is suddenly on the brink of bankruptcy. With bills mounting and the IRS calling, he realizes that he has a major problem on his hands. But who is to blame for his declining fortunes? Certainly not Jack hi...more
Bestselling author Jack Henry is suddenly on the brink of bankruptcy. With bills mounting and the IRS calling, he realizes that he has a major problem on his hands. But who is to blame for his declining fortunes? Certainly not Jack hi...more
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Published
August 1st 2012
by Grand Central Publishing
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First of all, this is not a John Corey story, but that's okay, Nelson DeMille was writing great stories for more than two decades before introducing Corey in Plum Island.
Jack Henry was a big-name author, but with two costly divorces, a couple of novels that flopped, movie deals that never materialized, and the IRS hitting on him for back taxes, he was staring at bankruptcy. The idea of giving up his lavish lifestyle was unimaginably painful. Inevitably, Henry concluded that the only way to stay...more
Jack Henry was a big-name author, but with two costly divorces, a couple of novels that flopped, movie deals that never materialized, and the IRS hitting on him for back taxes, he was staring at bankruptcy. The idea of giving up his lavish lifestyle was unimaginably painful. Inevitably, Henry concluded that the only way to stay...more
A fun little novella where Mr. DeMille gives a short tour de force of his story telling ability. He crafts a setting that will seem familiar to everyone who knows DeMille's John Corey, or has read The Gold Coast, and peoples it with what feel like a couple of side characters from one of his other stories. For DeMille fans, you're in comfortable territory; the characters, the locations all have a familiar feel. For those unfortunate enough to not know DeMille well, this story will be a quick and...more
You may also read my review here: http://www.mybookishways.com/2012/09/...
The Panther, Nelson DeMille’s newest John Corey book, will be out soon, so to tide us over until then, the author gave us this fun little digital tidbit. Former bestselling author Jack Henry finds himself going over his finances and soon realizes he’s, er, dead broke. His books aren’t quite selling like they used to, and his writing is in a slump. Then he comes across the bill for a premium on a life insurance policy that...more
The Panther, Nelson DeMille’s newest John Corey book, will be out soon, so to tide us over until then, the author gave us this fun little digital tidbit. Former bestselling author Jack Henry finds himself going over his finances and soon realizes he’s, er, dead broke. His books aren’t quite selling like they used to, and his writing is in a slump. Then he comes across the bill for a premium on a life insurance policy that...more
This is the story of Jack Henry, a once best-selling author, who lately doesn’t do so well; in fact for the past few years things seem to get from bad to worse.
Jack has written a few critically and commercially successful novels in the past, but his last two books failed miserably, with the results best-felt in his pockets; his empty pockets. He owes half a million dollars in taxes, while he has to pay up to ten thousand dollars a months for his grand mansion in New York City, and to add to that...more
Jack has written a few critically and commercially successful novels in the past, but his last two books failed miserably, with the results best-felt in his pockets; his empty pockets. He owes half a million dollars in taxes, while he has to pay up to ten thousand dollars a months for his grand mansion in New York City, and to add to that...more
A great short story by one of the best storytellers I have come across. Usually filled with humour and double-entendres, DeMille takes a break and pens this short story all about how a best-selling author tries to solve his insolvency issues, at any cost.
DeMille paints a realistic thought process that surely would cross the mind of a creative writer to solve his largest issues, namely debt and promised bankruptcy.
Kudos Mr. DeMille. I know you've got so many ideas. Keep 'em coming!
DeMille paints a realistic thought process that surely would cross the mind of a creative writer to solve his largest issues, namely debt and promised bankruptcy.
Kudos Mr. DeMille. I know you've got so many ideas. Keep 'em coming!
A fun short about an author whose career has seen better days. As he faces the inevitability of downscaling in lieu of the chances his work in progress will be the bestseller his last two titles were not, he remembers a life insurance policy taken out on his agent and considers his options.
Includes a short excerpt of THE PANTHER.
Includes a short excerpt of THE PANTHER.
Good story in short story format. Should be a longer novel. Just when I'm thoroughly engaged with the characters and plot, the story is over. Too abrupt of an ending.
Great short story! Just reminds me of how excellent of a writer Nelson DeMille actually is.
Cute, quirky mystery/dark comedy that's way too short and feels like more of a plug for DeMille's upcoming The Panther (a teaser chapter of which is included and is as long or longer than this entire short story) than a stand alone. Enjoyed The Book Case, his other recent short story a bit more.
All I can say is this book reminds you to be careful what you wish for!
Great short story. Characters and plot hold your attention.
Loved this short story with a fun and unexpected twist.
A short story - worth reading if you are a DeMille fan.
Funny little short story that cracked me up.
A tasty little 20 page novella. I wonder what his agent thought of it? I'm looking forward to his next novel coming out this fall.
A short story from DeMille, with delicious irony.
Aug 17, 2012
Ami
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A goo short from one of my favorite authors.
Funny ending
SO short! Witty story with an excellent twist. I wanted to hang out with these guys.
This was a cute short story, but it was predictable.
Just a short story. Neither too good nor too bad.
Really liked the short story. I left out one star as I didn't like the preview for The Panther and doubt that I will read it when it is released.
An excellent short story from this top flight author. I've read quite a bit of his stuff but this was my first 'short'. It was worth the wait: smart and funny.
Fun short story by Nelson DeMille. Nice, comedic irony, poking fun at writers and literary agents.
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Nelson Richard DeMille was born in New York City on August 23, 1943 to Huron and Antonia (Panzera) DeMille. He moved as a child with his family to Long Island. In high school, he played football and ran track.
DeMille spent three years at Hofstra University, then joined the Army and attended Officer Candidate School. He was a First Lieutenant in the United States Army (1966-69) and saw action as an...more
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DeMille spent three years at Hofstra University, then joined the Army and attended Officer Candidate School. He was a First Lieutenant in the United States Army (1966-69) and saw action as an...more
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