Hidden Money (Book) - 10/28/2018 1:35:56 PM
'Hidden Money' is a tale of corruption, crime and murder wrapped up in the banking institutions.
Eric Landers takes on one last case which takes him back to Tahiti where he has many friends and family. Very early on he learns of the involvement of the FBI and the Mafia, complete with a mob hit man that is after him.
The first couple of chapters are a little "conjested" with the introductions of several characters complete complete with names and character descriptions to sort through. I found myself having to go back to reread to keep all the different characters in order, however, once the characters are sorted, the story begins to fall into place and becomes a very good read!
There seems to be a new twist or turn in each chapter, keeping the reader on the edge of their seats. 'Hidden Money' builds mystery upon mystery while the search for the mole and the disappearing money continues. As the story goes on, the descriptive words regarding characters and locations is quite interesting. I love it when an author provides the reader with a vivid image of locales and John W. McCoy does just that.
All in all, I would definitely give this book a "thumbs up." I highly recommend you check it out! Once the story line begins to fall into place, you can't put it down. I will most definitely be looking forward to reading additional works by John W. McCoy.
Hidden Money (Book) - 1/27/2018 7:53:13 AM
I have just read a sample chapter; not the whole book.
It's very good. There is a hook there, in that I want to go on reading all the time, and want more when I get to the the end of the chapter.
The only part of the chapter which I think is completely superfluous is the description of Landers at the beginning, when he is checking in at the airport.
Some of the criminal plan of the Family is not explained fully, when we are told two banks were purchased by Northern Trust "to rip off a willing buyer." But I suppose the lack of explanation to the reader all helps to create a fog of mystery, adding to the drama, perhaps. The reader does not need to know exactly what the bad guys are doing. I suppose. The reader only needs to know they are bad guys.
Based on this sample chapter, a book well worth reading.
Leaving It Behind (Book) - 10/28/2017 10:19:40 PM
This novel was a big inspiration for me in my daily life and I continued to write and explore new ideas with friends, particularly in Vietnam.
By writing and exploring the ides with your friends, the novel becomes more important to influence the lives of many people.
The writing of a novel based on real events and people make your life a real Bonus, particularly when you publish it to share with everyone.
Leaving It Behind (Book) - 10/26/2017 6:01:43 AM
Interesting! Keeping action books from beginning to end interesting is difficult but John did it. I really enjoyed it and I recommend all the book lovers to read it.
Kotra Siva Rama Krishna,
Writer
Hidden Money (Book) - 10/30/2014 7:13:33 PM
John W. McCoy is a very good authors and writes about real life and people but fictionalizing to protect the not-so-innocent characters in the novels.
He now has written and published five novels of fictions and published. The other three novels will be added to authorsden.com soon. October 2014
Hidden Money (Book) - 2/4/2002 7:49:51 PM
I read Hidden Money and really enjoyed it. You have an excellent wordsmith and just as good as Tom Clancy. Best of luck on really selling lots and lots of your books.
Leaving It Behind (Book) - 2/2/2002 9:21:04 PM
Your book - Leaving It Behind - is written in an easy going style and shows the cultures of Vietnam in a difficult situation. The story moves fast and opens the suspense in each chapter. I had difficulty in putting the book down and continued reading. A very good ability in creativity which depicts real life. Dirk Teda
Hidden Money (Book) - 2/2/2002 9:15:57 PM
Your books - Hidden Money and Leaving It Behind - are written in an easy going style with a certain American accent. The plots are developed early and kept me in suspense eager to find out what is happening inthe next chapters. Each chapter led quickly into a new guessing game with the suspense. Keep writing Dirk
Hidden Money (Book) - 1/26/2002 6:23:58 AM
I could not put this book down and read it in basically one day. It is an exceptional book and would be ideal for a movie. I will now purchase John W. McCoy's second book - Leaving it Behind. Exceptional rating. Kevin Collins
The Charge of the Deadly Cape Buffalo (Short Story) - 10/28/2014 12:41:38 AM
This story by John W. McCoy actually happened in Zimbabwe when he was visiting on a tour.
The Charge of the Deadly Cape Buffalo (Short Story) - 5/18/2011 7:27:54 AM
Great story, John, the pace never slackens. I don't think I'd have managed forty minutes without panicking, especially with a river full of crocs behind me!
Money Laundering is a Contest of Nerves for the Professionals (Short Story) - 8/31/2009 1:12:17 PM
This is all pretty interesting information, and makes me wonder a bit about your books. It seems like someone of your experience could make a good living being a consultant to other authors looking to add realism.
My Street in Hanoi (Short Story) - 8/9/2004 12:22:57 PM
This was very interesting bringing me to the moment...
