Jetty Man

Jetty Man #1

by G.W. Reynolds III

A memorable Southern Gothic trilogy in which a sensitive and innocent young man is continually victimized by the arbitrary cruelness and violence of brutal men. Mayport is a struggling community of hard living folks who condone the reprehensible behavior of cowards. The town folk mistake aggressiveness for strength -- and sensitivity as a sign of weakness. There is a palpable air of foreboding in these moving tales, which envelopes the reader like oppressive Florida humidity. G. W. Reynolds has a fine ear for natural dialogue and has created an authentic setting and atmosphere for this harrowing coming-of-age story.

478 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1999

Reviews

[Marenda]

Historical southern gothic. Great stories. The book that I read is actually 3 stories in 1 it is so long. I couldn't wait to find out what was next. Jason young in first story then teen in 2nd. Young man in 3rd Poor Uncle Bobby. Thank you Stephanie for suggesting them.

[houseofdoubt]

I gotta say, I've never read a book like this before.. and books are becoming more and more predictable to me, I've grown tired of it. But I am so happy that I learned about this series. It's seriously screwed up, but also hopeful. Loved it!

[Wanda]

This was a pretty weird book, one I probably would not have bothered finishing had the library been open.

[Sarah Land]

I always appreciate a Florida writer, but the graphic descriptions of r*pe of women and minors was excessive and unnecessary.

[Zane Zeman]

Most thrilling and entertaining book I’ve read

[Ehuerte]

Interesting and different. The characters are pretty rough & crass but I'm made to understand that is an apt representation culturally.

[Amelia]

L.O.V.E. this book!!! Can't wait to finish it!!

[Sheryl]

My family met this author at the Jax Book fest. When we learned the whole series is about the folklore of Mayport village, which is only a few miles from our home, we had to buy this book. It is a tragic story, but kept me wanting for more. The writing style was a bit rudimentary, but it made sense since the characters are simple folk. I thoroughly enjoyed this book and want to see if the tree is still in Mayport.