If You Like the Three "J's"--Judo, Japan, and Jazz... And Thriller Novels that Keep You on the Edge of Your Seat--
You'll like novels by Barry Eisler!
Barry Eisler says that his stories revolve around his main interests: Judo, Japan, and Jazz. Although my interests are just a tad different (I like karate/aikido/iado--martial arts; I like Japan!; and, I like Japanese Jazz --but also Japanese folk music), I like Barry Eisler's novels.
Barry brings a lot to the table when he writes. Not only did he get a degree in law, but he also worked with the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) before moving to live in Japan for a while to study Judo in the birthplace of the martial art.
His fascination with the "forbidden knowledge" and his active imagination started with a common scene in Japan--watching two fellows follow another fellow down a street... and turned into his first novel. The other novels have been coming out as natural results of that first one.
All of Barry Eisler's novels are page-turners. They are thrillers. They keep you on the edge of your seat.
Eisler's novels are exciting. They are exotic. And they are addictive!
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John Rain--Barry Eisler's Main Character
John Rain is an interesting character--he's half Caucasion and half Japanese. He can mix into either of the two cultures and blend in such that he's unnoticeable. This makes him even more lethal at his job.
The characters that John Rain interacts with are also interesting. Sometimes it's extremely distressing when they are "taken out" of the picture. They were so well-written that as a reader, I was becoming "attached to them".
If you want to add more interest to your vacation or weekend, be sure to grab one or more of Barry Eisler's novels for the duration. It will be sure to keep you turning those pages!
Eisler by the Bay... eBay, that is!
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Eisler Links!
- Barry Eisler's Official Site!
- Barry has an amazing website... and he provides comments to help along others who would like to write novels. He has an amazing background, which adds authenticity to his books. Check out his site!
- Tracy Books! Get Your Page-Turners Online!
- Glenn and Winnie run this amazing bookstore--mostly online, but for folks who live nearby, they also have warehouse sales on Saturdays at their facility in Tracy, CA. I've found many great books here--as well as those by James Rollins! Check out their site--they may have a page-turner that you just have to read and add to your collection!
What's Your Favorite Barry Eisler Story? Drop a Note and Say Hi!
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ShortSaleRealtor
great lens 5 stars 4 u Posted February 06, 2008 |
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LaraineRose
Hi, Here I am again. My maiden name is Eisler. Big family!!! This was interesting! My husband has just finished writing his first book. I guess I'll have to try. Maybe it's in the genes. Come to see my "staycation" and see what you think. Could I? Write a book, I mean. I'm definitely going to try to read one of Barry's books! 5 ***** Posted January 24, 2008 |
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