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Lost in Las Vegas
Early reviews for this dark, offbeat comedy of two hapless vacationers in Las Vegas trying to stay one step ahead of their hunters—a cross between Pulp Fiction and Fear & Loathing in Las Vegas, with overtones of Elmore Leonard—have hailed this work as one of the funniest novels ever written.
This offbeat, dark comedy follows John and Ludo, two hapless vacationers in Las Vegas, through a series of misadventures as their world collapses around them and their lives spiral downward into the seedy and treacherous underbelly of Sin City. As the result of a dangerous infatuation with a mysterious woman, this bad-luck and no-luck duo—in just twenty-four hours—find themselves hunted by the mob, FBI, six ferocious killers, police, and the Rat, a psychopathic ex-husband, in a world where nothing is as it seems. And from there, things go downhill—they’re broke, homeless, and wander the streets with no way to get out of town. Bickering every step of the way, they cross paths with eccentric and colorful characters inhabiting the shadows of Las Vegas casinos, strip clubs, and downtown streets. John and Ludo don’t quite know who is who and what is what as they desperately try to keep one step ahead of their pursuers and fulfill one very simple dream—get the hell out of Vegas.
“A fantastic, fast and funny read! The Vegas underbelly as if presented by the Coen Brothers. Bravo!”
—Kevin Pollak, Casino, The Usual Suspects ; one of the top 100 comedians of all time (Comedy Central)
“The funniest, truest account of Vegas life I’ve ever read. The verbal exchanges between John and Ludo are priceless. It’s Pulp Fiction meets Pulp Vegas.”
—Jim Mauro, former editor of Spy magazine
This offbeat, dark comedy follows John and Ludo, two hapless vacationers in Las Vegas, through a series of misadventures as their world collapses around them and their lives spiral downward into the seedy and treacherous underbelly of Sin City. As the result of a dangerous infatuation with a mysterious woman, this bad-luck and no-luck duo—in just twenty-four hours—find themselves hunted by the mob, FBI, six ferocious killers, police, and the Rat, a psychopathic ex-husband, in a world where nothing is as it seems. And from there, things go downhill—they’re broke, homeless, and wander the streets with no way to get out of town. Bickering every step of the way, they cross paths with eccentric and colorful characters inhabiting the shadows of Las Vegas casinos, strip clubs, and downtown streets. John and Ludo don’t quite know who is who and what is what as they desperately try to keep one step ahead of their pursuers and fulfill one very simple dream—get the hell out of Vegas.
“A fantastic, fast and funny read! The Vegas underbelly as if presented by the Coen Brothers. Bravo!”
—Kevin Pollak, Casino, The Usual Suspects ; one of the top 100 comedians of all time (Comedy Central)
“The funniest, truest account of Vegas life I’ve ever read. The verbal exchanges between John and Ludo are priceless. It’s Pulp Fiction meets Pulp Vegas.”
—Jim Mauro, former editor of Spy magazine
416 pages, Hardcover
First published December 1, 2010
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June 11, 2015
I actually didn't finish this book yet. It lost steam mid-book and I found other books to read. I'll finish it someday. Maybe. It has some good parts in it, but Cardoza claimed it took him seven years to write. He needs to take another seven years. This book would have been better as a short story as he repeats himself frequently.
I've read Avery Cardoza's gaming books, almost, if not, all of them. He's a better nonfiction gaming writer. He's a pool hustler looking for a game. I really wanted to give him higher ratings, but this John and Ludo pretty much get what they deserve. You don't do what they do in Vegas and not have your picnic ruined. Who knows, maybe someday I'll finish reading it and change the rating. I'm in no hurry. I only paid less than a dollar for it brand new at the 99 Cents Only Store, so good thing.
I've read Avery Cardoza's gaming books, almost, if not, all of them. He's a better nonfiction gaming writer. He's a pool hustler looking for a game. I really wanted to give him higher ratings, but this John and Ludo pretty much get what they deserve. You don't do what they do in Vegas and not have your picnic ruined. Who knows, maybe someday I'll finish reading it and change the rating. I'm in no hurry. I only paid less than a dollar for it brand new at the 99 Cents Only Store, so good thing.
August 20, 2018
I really didnt finish this book. Was bored at the middle of ot and found another books to read. Maybe for a movie will be more interesting? I dont know. I dont like it much.
February 5, 2019
Entertaining! I found myself laughing out loud at some parts.
April 17, 2016
5-Star *Unglamorous Reality Of Las Vegas Is Presented With Fictional Characters. Truth Is Lots Of "Marketing People" Paint Fiction For Tourists, But This Fictional Novel
"Lost In Las Vegas" Is Representative Of
Lifestyles Multiple INVISIBLE PEOPLE!!!**
"Lost In Las Vegas" Is Representative Of
Lifestyles Multiple INVISIBLE PEOPLE!!!**
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