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Gone Bamboo

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Gone Bamboo by Anthony Bourdain is a fast-paced, humorous crime novel set in the Caribbean. It follows a retired hitman named Henry Denard, who lives a laid-back life with his wife until their past comes back to haunt them. As they navigate local criminals and various colourful characters, Bourdain blends suspense with his signature wit.
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You might enjoy this book if you love quirky characters and thrilling narratives with a touch of wit. It offers a unique blend of crime, adventure, and Anthony Bourdain’s trademark humour, set against a tropical backdrop that transports you to an exotic, unpredictable world.

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Gone Bamboo

From the bestselling author of Kitchen Confidential comes another sensational thriller.

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Welcome to the retirement home of Henry and Frances, ex-New Yorkers and professional assassins: a luxury hotel suite in an idyllic, tequila-drenched Caribbean hideaway.

It's supposed to be all cocktails and sex on the beach. But when a job icing a Mafioso godfather goes awry, trouble hits paradise... in the form of a cross-dressing capo, a debauched Irish hard man and a slew of incompetent but vicious US marshals.

Gone Bamboo by Anthony Bourdain invites you into a chaotic, sun-soaked world where danger lurks beneath every umbrella drink. Join this whirlwind of mischief and mayhem in a tropical setting where the unexpected is just a cocktail away.

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Gone Bamboo by Anthony Bourdain has received praise for its vibrant and entertaining style, likening it to a blend of Carl Hiaasen's and Elmore Leonard's works, ideal for an exhilarating holiday read. The book is described as both sharp and funny, offering gangster-like narrative elements that are engaging and witty. It's widely recommended for its snappy and refreshing storytelling, making it a delightful choice for a summer read.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781786895196

Publisher: Canongate Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 August 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Canongate Books

Edition: Main

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 260.0mm

Weight: 200g

Pages: 304

About the Author

Anthony Bourdain was a world-renowned chef, author and raconteur, travelling the world for his Emmy Award-winning series Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown. He was the bestselling author of Kitchen Confidential. His fiction titles include Bone in the Throat, Gone Bamboo and Bobby Gold. He died on 8 June 2018.

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