A great read. Nostalgic
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A great read.  Nostalgic.  Fun.  Quirky.  Suspenseful.  A walk down memory lane for folks who grew up in the early 1960's; and a peek into that era for their kids.  Lots of references to huge moments of our time.  Thanks, Tim!
753017
A great summer read taking the reader back to a simpler time after WWII in southern California.  The well developed characters brought back many memories of what occupied a high school teenager's mind and the decisions we all made that shaped our adult lives. The author effectively places us in the mind of the main character and the feelings, insecurities, successes, etc., that many of us have experienced.  The reader enjoys a great perspective that is fun to live through again.  The sports culture that still exists was an added dimension threaded throughout the plot.  And the plot!  I couldn't put the book down and was surprised and enjoyed the bittersweet ending.
1566740
One of the most enjoyable books I've read.  It was filled with emotion, regret, excitement, nostalgia and hope.
707426
Great memories. A must-read for fans of period science-fiction
308014
This was a great read, it brought me back to my own yesteryear, my own "Kentbury".  If you long for the memories of your past and the life of a small town in the late 50's, this is for you. The author keeps you involved with the anticipation of a "who done it?" woven in with life of a small town.  I highly recommend this book.  Looking forward to the next chapter in this trilogy.
4755345
I enjoyed this book very much.  It really was a blast from the past, as I grew up in the same era.  Funny, light, full of sincerity, honesty and love.  A quick and fun read.
850422
A warm, nostalgic and sometimes humerous look back to a simpler life, a happier time. Nothing is sugarcoated, but though life was hard, and people sometimes had to be hard, there was time for a sense of community that has been lost in the rush of technology and getting places as fast as we can. A gentle, pleasing read.
1860263
Great  read!!!  Characters you have met in life in a true setting from the past.
1333262
Having grown up there and then, this book brought me back to my childhood. Doug does a wonderful job of relaying the look and feel of the time. I could see a lot of the narrative in my head as I was reading. Looking forward to his next book.
4862318
So much fun and so nostalgic for those of us who actually lived through the "real" events.
It's part intrigue/adventure, part comedy, part love story and a great read.
"Do yourself a favor!" (as Molly Meldrum always said in the 1980s!)
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I thoroughly enjoyed this book and look forward to reading more in the series. Although I am not into vintage clothing, I admired the descriptions of clothes, perfume and music. It was so nostalgic. The plot was well constructed and was quite absorbing, kept me reading later than I should have. Highly recommend.
4834196
A great book.  Brings back so many memories of concerts, Pittsburgh, Benedum Center, Trafford and friends.  Well written.  Many stories of the DiCesare family, which showed how important his family is to Pat.  I have met Pat a number of times and knew his brothers.  It was definitely exciting then, and now to have it written, just adds to the great memories.  Highly recommended.
3581904
Great read, really draws you in and makes you want to live your childhood again.
3727040
Brings back memories. Nostalgic. This type of humor is right at home in this day and age.
4869561
Funny, heart-warming, a good read for those of us who wish to remember our own childhood memories.
566837
Having lived in South Philly in the late 50s and early 60s, I could thoroughly relate to his experiences.  I really enjoyed this book.  It brought back many old memories.  I'd highly recommend it.
1867573
Excellent read.  Insightful poetry with an authentic, sometimes nostalgic voice.