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Set in Hollywood’s golden era characterized by greed and madness, BB Danser tells his life story—one of crime, vengeance, and departures from reality.
From a young age, BB Danser is obsessed with movie cameras and cinematic storytelling, finding in them the means for building a world in which he can survive. BB’s story begins with his violent household, the wild parties thr ...more
From a young age, BB Danser is obsessed with movie cameras and cinematic storytelling, finding in them the means for building a world in which he can survive. BB’s story begins with his violent household, the wild parties thr ...more
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This one intrigued me with its promise of a tale set among the movie making business. For some reason, those usually have a nearly irresistible appeal for me. Plus it was short enough to comfortably take a chance on a new author. The book tells a story of a man named BB Danser, it follows him from 1951 when at the age of 14 he experiences a tragic separation from his beloved movie star mother and his despot father on. Not quite a romp or a picaresque, BB isn’t as engaging or cheeky of a narrator
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I had to force myself to finish this book and it's only 176 pages. View Finder just wasn't for me. Greg Jolley's writing is good. But, the story was just too bizarre. It's like trying to make sense of a conversation with someone that has had a break with reality.
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Takes Fiction to a New Level
This is a brilliant experimental take on fiction. Each section functions as a riveting scene, unapologetic, brutal, nightmarish, dizzying, compassionate. BB Danser, the protagonist, is at once servile, cunning, , driven, victimized, and heroic. A compelling read, which I accomplished in one sitting. Jolley's work is impossible to put down. ...more
This is a brilliant experimental take on fiction. Each section functions as a riveting scene, unapologetic, brutal, nightmarish, dizzying, compassionate. BB Danser, the protagonist, is at once servile, cunning, , driven, victimized, and heroic. A compelling read, which I accomplished in one sitting. Jolley's work is impossible to put down. ...more
This is certainly different. The story is told in a very unique way, and will definitely not be for everyone. Kudos to the author for taking a unique approach, and for his imagination. I guess I'd call this speculative fiction. If you're seeking something different and maybe risky this might work for you.
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Excellent book!!!
Once in a while, you read a book that grabs you from the first scene and doesn't let up until the very end. For me, that was definitely the case with this one. Not only was I fully invested in the mystery, but I also wanted to get inside the head of the characters.
I love that this is a Hollywood historical type feel, it made it that much more unique.
I definitely think you should do yourself a favor and read it. You'll be happily in Jolley's very capable hands. ...more
I love that this is a Hollywood historical type feel, it made it that much more unique.
I definitely think you should do yourself a favor and read it. You'll be happily in Jolley's very capable hands. ...more
Great backdrop for a Suspense book. I loved it!
For me, I was really trying hard to solve the mystery and enjoyed the different twists along the way.
There were a number of intense scenes..which led to me not wanting to stop reading.
Some really interesting concepts explored in a fictional setting and wonderful details in the writing!
For me, I was really trying hard to solve the mystery and enjoyed the different twists along the way.
There were a number of intense scenes..which led to me not wanting to stop reading.
Some really interesting concepts explored in a fictional setting and wonderful details in the writing!
A fantastic read. It had me guessing throughout. An intriguing story line with very strong, believable characters. I don't want to give anything away, so will just say this is a MUST read, you will not be disappointed! I cant wait to read more Danser books!
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1951>Hollywoods Golden era and the story of BB Danser. Thankyou Goodreads for this free book.
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Greg Jolley (also published under Gregory French) earned a master of art in writing from the University of San Francisco. He is the author of sixteen novels and one collection about the fictional, film industry-based Danser family. He currently lives in the Very Small town of Ormond Beach, Florida
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