Thanks for sharing. entertaining doesn't begin to do this book justice.
919979
It sounds exactly like him; irreverent and on the mark. Thankfully there are a few left. I recommend it to all of the people who are non PC. Thank you Greg. We watch you every day
2088005
This book is extremely entertaining and once I picked it up I couldn't put it back down till the end. That being said, the book is more of a set of not-directly-related stories rather than an instruction manual or study of the drug-trafficking problems in the world today.

Entertainment aside, I am skeptical of some of the details in the book. The author is relating these stories from interviews he did with a former prisoner. Can a convicted drug smuggler be trusted to not embellish the stories he tells? Doubtful in my opinion. But then how much does he embellish in order to be entertaining? And does this really matter?

Again, the read is fun and I would not suggest taking any of it as precisely factual. My only other complaint is that the book is so short. Which is the complaint everyone has when they enjoy reading a good story.
4353471
This brightens my day in so many ways. I can absolutely see everything actually happening as written in this book, while my jaw drops in only partially feigned horror that people are behaving in this manner...until the gut-busting laughter takes over. Thankfully, our author gives us a humorous and highly entertaining peek into his interesting neighbors. I mean, we've all had them at some point in our lives....but were yours ever this farcical? A great read!
4742059
This book was really entertaining. It didn't tell me anything I didn't already know but I really enjoyed it. For some reason, I haven't been able to join the author's website that he advertised in his book but I could still read the comments on site.
2699728
Enjoy the adventures of someone who's been there, done that. Very entertaining. Down the road, I will read it again.
2134597
This book is great. It's not the typical thing that I would just pick up off the shelf, but I'm glad I did. Hilarious,fun, and a bit absurd, it keeps me turning the pages! Great job Sam!
2071488
Only came to this through a very interesting radio interview on Radio NZ.  And glad I did.

It was entertaining, able to be read in short sharp snaps (although once I was in it I read several vignettes in one go) and it did add a social comment that provoked the odd thought about things.

Reminded me a bit of Bill Bryson at his most entertaining.

Not normally a book I would chose - and I don't think I will be going back for a second read of it -  but it made great light relief from the more serious (i.e long) reading I undertake.  I will delve into more from this author.
3151401
I just finished this book, it was entertaining.
890529
It's not often I find a book so amusing. I've read & re-read this book and will most likely continue doing so for years to come.
4427579
To be transparent, I did not purchase this book from Amazon - I rented it from my local library. However, I enjoyed it so much that I was moved to write a review. (This is not normal for me when it comes to books. There are so many good ones out there that to write reviews for them all would be difficult. But, this one was worth it.) The best way I can describe this book is that it is a hot mess of characters. Each of them is facing their own challenges that should, logically tear them apart or isolate them. But, somehow, they connect. And they connect in the most gloriously entertaining of ways. (Except for near the end. Something happens near the end that will have you simultaneously devastated and then fuming. Right before it happens, you'll see it coming, and you won't like it. That's all I'm saying...) I giggled, laughed, guffawed, gasped, cried, etc. over the three hours I read this book. Hats off to the author for creating characters that stick with you long after you set the book aside.
1420818
I think I personally enjoyed this book more than I should.....I laughed out loud, giggled, smirked, shook my head, rolled my eyes, fanned myself, smiled, got turned on(many many many....times), lived vicariously through the story, and if I'm candid was brought to tears twice.

I was disappointed that when I finished reading there wasn't a sequel I could pick up to read too.  Perhaps, maybe, they're still might be one someday.

I enjoyed the language, the sarcasm, and was absorbed with the vulnerability of it all. I liked the random "author notes" placed in the book. I wanted to drink coffee and beers right along with the characters as it unfolded. What can I say, my interest was certainly piqued by this book. My only disappointment was already stated above.

I do plan to read this book again, and perhaps a third and fourth time too. So that's why I gave a 5 star review, because it was enough to make me want to reread it.

Well done.

Charles Wesley, oh the many questions I have for you, Sir....yes, yes I did just call you Sir. *wink*
4416467
I downloaded "Water Hazard" by author Tim Baker a week or so ago, and somehow found time to read it in between studying for Microbiology tests and practicals.

I have certain criteria when I read for pleasure, the most important being criteria being that it must entertain me.  "Water Hazard" kept me entertained.  I was tensing up when I was supposed to, laughing when it was funny.  I felt like I got to know the characters (and to be honest, I was wondering if I have met a few of them, seeing how I don't live far from where this book was set!)  I found the situations believable.  The characters are well formed and human, complete with flaws, strengths, and myriad emotions which make us all unique.

This is the second book by Mr. Baker that I have read, and I continue to be impressed.  His writing style is growing stronger.  I look forward to reading his next book.  I imagine we will hear more from this up and coming author.
3990815
The premise of this book is now well established, so I will only add that in addition to telling a wonderful story, the author has given the reader the gift of superb dialogue.  I had read previously that Daniel Asa Rose was concerned about permitting the Chinese personalities to speak in bona fide dialects, but I'm delighted he made the decision to allow it.  So many times I laughed out loud at the turn of a phrase, never feeling the author was poking fun, but rather engaging in the fun, himself.  The work is respectful and honest - and Yuh-vonne the most entertaining character.  "Ow my God!"  She's funny.
3338856
This book isn't like anything else I have read. There were plot twists that I didn't see coming. The characters have a dry humor that I really enjoy. There is quite a bit of violence,  so if that's not your thing, then this isn't your book. Also, there are details that the author does not get quite right. The book is better if you just roll with them, but I onlu noticed a few. I could not put this book down!
1214622
Good read .  By as entertaining as some . but enjoyable anyway
4707734
I can't accurately describe how was like to read this book. I laughed, I cried, I saw myself in every word, cartoon and joke. Just brilliant, and thank you for showing me that I'm not alone....
1172968
Not my usual book but it was quite entertaining. I must say it gave perspective to my life as I am a plate spinner working full time, hubby and kids. My life it's nuts and I am not alone! Well worth the read.