The furniture was dark and heavy. "George Wall retreated up the road, moving slowly to show his independence. Its eyes were pale and set too wide apart; they bulged a little like the eyes of a fish. You went six with Armstrong.""Yes." ""Don't hold it against him. Reviewed in the United States on October 3, 2016, Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2016, Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2021. This a good read. ""It means living at close quarters with some of the damnedest jerks. Grover Gardner is so great narrating as Lew Archer. I felt fine, only my legs. "I followed his wedge-shaped lifeguard's back along the gallery, through shifting green lights reflected from the pool. ""Naw, just the manager. The thin, spinsterly mouth emitted a sigh:"I am glad to see you. I stood up.He followed me to the door and took hold of my arm. He creates a panoply of varied, credible and convincing characters. In spite of this, his light eyebrows and uncertain mouth made his face seem formless. The map provided with the Collector's Edition of Guild Wars Nightfall names this area as the "Barbarous Coast". That it's very important to me? "Think about it. His books are marvelously plotted, well written, and speak to issues of family, friendship, and how old wrongs can return to create pain and chaos. He sneered at me very youngly:"Are you another one of Bassett's muscle boys? First edition. The Barbarous Coast is a hipster Hollywood sleaze mystery classic that has to be read to be believed: Ross McDonald tells a story of boxers and pool tramps bought and sold by Hollywood studios while movie studio dicks enforce damage control over their pilled-out and drunken stars while gangsters hustle men for sexual favors and rich wives foam at the mouth from Demerol seizures. I ought to have him picked up, but Mr. Bassett says no. I think this may have the highest body count of any Archer mystery I've read yet. The last of the early phase of the Lew Archer series, Macdonald's. He was a big young man in a blue suit, hatless, with flying pink hair. He died in 1983. His dark, intelligent eyes surveying me through the glass seemed to divide the world into two groups: the rich, and the not so rich. My advice is go away and forget it--""Not without seeing Bassett. Yes, it’s an undoubtedly an Archer novel, as psychology and family intrigues play big roles here, but although there’s murder and blackmail, it knows it’s a detective story (and actually more than once references the way people behave in detective stories, in a lovely post-modernist touch) rather than a play by Chekov. Archer soon finds himself emerged in a web of stories told by Hester, which draw Archer to an unsolved murder involving a friend of Hester’s, a young ex-boxer turned aspiring actor, and a movie mogul in a partnership with a mob boss. Something went wrong. ""Sure you can. Enjoyed this like all his others, though not as good as, The was another very cleverly written and conceived plot in the detective mystery Lew Archer series. "Apology not accepted. The Way Some People Die (Lew Archer Series), “Ross Macdonald writes like a son-of-a-bitch.” —Anthony Boucher“Not since the novels of Nathanael West has the theme of American innocence grinding to a stop at the polluted waters of the Pacific so consistently reverberated through a body of writing.” —. The party didn't break up until very late and I spent the night here, what remained of it. The guard snatched the cap out of his hands. by Warner Books (NY). The lock snicked, and the door was opened slightly. He sat down at the desk, opened a pigskin pouch, and began to stuff a big-pot briar with dark flakes of English tobacco. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. Bassett? I got out of my car.The young man stood where he was, his head turned sideways, halfway through the gate. Praise For The Barbarous Coast (Lew Archer Series #6)… “Ross Macdonald writes like a son-of-a-bitch.” —Anthony Boucher“Not since the novels of Nathanael West has the theme of American innocence grinding to a stop at the polluted waters of the Pacific so consistently reverberated through a … Well, this is what you won't do: panic. The Barbarous Coast (Book #6 in the Lew Archer #0.3 Series) "He smiled crookedly. I tapped on the door with a coin.After a while he heard me and came trotting. A certain young chap has threatened my--threatened my safety. There was a problem loading your book clubs. This title didn't disappoint me. This book was the one that clicked for me, though I read all of the Lew Archer series, many times over. Download it once and read it on your Kindle device, PC, phones or tablets. He just got through chopping me out. "It's a friendly warning. The dialogue is terrific and murders solved with a twist in final chapter. The Barbary Coast was a red-light district during the second half of the 19th and early 20th centuries in San Francisco that featured dance halls, concert saloons, bars, jazz clubs, variety shows, and brothels. Blood began to drip from the end of his nose and spotted his blue shirt where it curved out over his belly. You can always rely on a few great scenes, and Archer’s dialogue with his scriptwriting friend is wonderful, but there are some lulls along the way. Sorry, there was a problem loading this page. Please try your request again later. A few years ago I won the Edgar Award for mystery writing. Given that the last Archer novel I read was ‘The Wycherly Woman’, a book I found more than somewhat dispiriting in its depiction of damaged people doing damaging things to each other, this was something of a relief. Shortly after that, when I'd gathered my wits together, I telephoned you. He gave me a gentle smile. When I was young, MacDonald was compared the Hammett and Chandler, and he deserved to be. He served as the president of the Mystery Writers of America and was awarded their Grand Master Award as well as the Mystery Writers of Great Britain's Gold Dagger Award. Above its long brown buildings, terraced gardens climbed like a richly carpeted stairway to the highway. Archer in Hollywood - Three Exciting Novels: The Moving Target, The Way Some People Die, The Barbarous Coast Hardcover – January 1, 1967 by Ross Macdonald (Author) 4.6 out of 5 stars 59 ratings Book 3 of 18 in the Lew Archer Novels Series ""Very well. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. Sunday 23 October 2011 … The trial leads to adultery, insanity, greed, and murder. And sooner or later he has to come out. Given that the last Archer novel I read was ‘The Wycherly Woman’, a book I found more than somewhat dispiriting in its depiction of damaged people doing damaging things to each other, this was something of a relief. Handle him yourself, he says, we don't want trouble with law. $9.99. Your recently viewed items and featured recommendations, Select the department you want to search in. ""Without violence, of course. I certainly didn't expect to be cross-questioned on the subject. A few years ago I won the Edgar Award for mystery writing. ""And, for God's sake, keep your hands off old men. This is private property. When I was young, MacDonald was compared the Hammett and Chandler, and he deserved to be. Joshua Severn, the television producer. by Ross Macdonald. ""I already told him. The plot is exciting and the conclusion is satisfying. 0 likes. "Why do you need a detective, Mr. But you can't go to the police with that sort of thing. Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. 1956. It's dark, surprising, sad at times, and gritty all the time. ""Dispose of him? I have to be clear of any breath of scandal--Calpurnia, you know. The only human being in sight was a black boy bisected by narrow white trunks. The Barbarous Coast was Macdonald's sixth Archer novel and 10th novel overall. The book starts a tad slow, picks up after a few chapters, then speeds to a great end. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of, Published ""I heard you ask for him. One moment. ""I just wondered." ""In my car. He added carefully: "Until the situation shapes up more clearly, I really can't say what I need. But she still wore hopeful white ruffles at her wrists and throat." I didn't mean to hit you. Anyway, as hard as I tried to figure this one out, there were some surprises along the way and I thought the ending perfect. If only there were more like him writing today. To solve it he hires private detective Lew Archer, who is initially asked to drive off a young man named George Wall before being tasked instead to search for Wall’s wife, Hester. "Now pick up my hat and hand it to me and git. His profile was like something chopped out of raw planking, with a glaring blue eye set in its corner. Australia's 'barbarous coast' By Phillip Adams on Late Night Live When Cook's ship 'The Endeavour' was damaged on the Great Barrier Reef, Scottish botanical artist Sydney Robinson had feared being wrecked ' on a barbarous coast', where they could have fallen into the 'rapacious hands of savages'. Created by Douglas Heyes. Macdonald's evocation of California and post-war angst opened my eyes to my own potential as a fiction writer. ""The people? Had no read Ross MacDonald before and really enjoyed him. But things never stay simple in a Macdonald mystery. The Barbarous Coast. If I were rating that, I'd give it five stars. On a Barbarous Coast is an alternative retelling of Captain James Cook's story co-written by Craig Cormick and Harold Ludwick in the tradition of imagined histories. The finest people on the coast confide their children, their young daughters, to my trust. This was the book that I was reading during a snowstorm somewhere in Ohio on the way to grad school at IU, where a few months later I invented my own fictional detective. He nodded solemnly. Here you’ve got what you’ve usually got – very strong writing, a powerful moral viewpoint, some clever character work, and one too many twists. Then he stooped and picked up the cap and brushed at it ineffectually before he handed it back. Audio CD. His books are marvelously plotted, well written, and speak to issues of family, friendship, and how old wrongs can return to create pain and chaos. "Calpurnia took his pipe out of his mouth and blew a wobbly smoke-ring. "Would you tell him I've got to see him? The barbarous coast Kent's local papers are whipping up anti-immigrant sentiment - but they're not, of course, racist. He don't want to see you." If there was one author that brought me to that it was Ross Macdonald. His command of English is superb. ""I hardly know." "He turned to me, running his hand along the side of his jaw. The chlorine water killed them, poor little beggars, so I got to suck them out. You misinterpret my meaning, old boy. Private investigator Lew Archer's pursuit of a girl who jackknifed too suddenly from high diving to high living leads him to an ex-fighter with an unexplained movie contract and a big time gambler who died by his own knife. "I'd hoped to avoid going into it. "How long has he been hanging around? Book 6 of 18: Lew Archer Series. I don't want any violence, of course, unless it should prove to be absolutely necessary." The wild wild west adventures of 19th-century agents Jeff Cable and Cash Conover. This book sneaked up on me like an Archer nemesis with a sap. Or worse. I merely meant that you might have use for a pistol as an--ah--instrument of persuasion. Ross Macdonald's real name was Kenneth Millar. The Barbarous Coast (Lew Archer Series Book 6) - Kindle edition by Macdonald, Ross. He does things I don't understand. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. But rather than be knocked cold, I was knocked alert (that's not too clever), but you get the point. I devoured this book and am so glad the Library of America has re-issued these books. He dragged his long morning shadow around a curve and out of sight. Something has to be done, before the situation deteriorates irreparably.". Enter your mobile number or email address below and we'll send you a link to download the free Kindle App. This book was the one that clicked for me, though I read all of the Lew Archer series, many times over. I'll definitely read more of Ross MacDonald. Set in 1956 America, the tone and style of Ross Macdonald murder mysteries featuring the detective Lew Archur is similar to a Raymond Chandler novel. He creates a panoply of varied, credible and convincing characters. ""Who did? And the way MacDonald paints the dark side of Hollywood feels just right: so many dreams have sadly ended much too early, as they do in "The Barbarous Coast", a title perfect for the contents. Then he licked his hand, as though he couldn't afford to waste the protein. The story moves at a fast pace but the character and scenic descriptions are impeccably detailed, so that it takes you into the 1950's world of film stars, country club wealth, criminals and Hollywood ambition. I shifted my weight a little, ready to block and counter. The way he talks, you'd think he owns it, but it belongs to the members. "What's your business, mister?""Mr. Book #6 in the Lew Archer series is The Barbarous Coast (1956), a compelling and intricate mystery featuring many of the elements I’ve come to know and love in Macdonald’s novels. A man came out of the oleanders and ran past my car. ""I do know this. You should have heard him on the telephone. The Barbarous Coast. Over the decades, I've read many of the Private Investigator Lew Archer mysteries. The Barbarous Coast - Ebook written by Ross Macdonald. The name is Archer. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. The ocean end opened on bright blue space.The door was locked. ""You've talked to him? I qualified for the second group, it seemed. Unable to add item to List. He was truly one of the great American mystery novelists - in fact, like Hammett and Chandler, he deserves to be one of the great American novelists. A face appeared in the crack, just below the level of my own. It creaked along my spine like chalk on a damp blackboard:"Who is it, please? The Barbarous Coast (Paperback) Published December 4th 2007 by Vintage Crime/Black Lizard. Paperback. You say he threatened you.""Yes. Looking back, if I had to read this book all over again, I would try to read it straight through without a lot of other distractions. Read this book using Google Play Books app on your PC, android, iOS devices. The First Barbary War (1801–1805), also known as the Tripolitian War or the Barbary Coast War, was the first of two wars fought between the alliance of the United States and several European countries against the Northwest African Muslim states known collectively as the Barbary states. On a Barbarous Coast is a collaborative work of speculative fiction. This was the book that I was reading during a snowstorm somewhere in Ohio on the way to grad school at IU, where a few months later I invented my own fictional detective. The gesture was exaggerated by nerves. 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