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...and here's my first review...
In this eBook anti-hero Godfrey arrives on Greek shores in the role of a modern day Odysseus. Appointed by fate, can he (as Odysseus before him) protect the heritage of a desperate people whilst the odds seem against them? Tony's tale weaves greed, lust, mythology and crime, together with family values, honour, music and a love and eye for all that is Greek. Throw in a Cruella de Ville-type ex-partner, a backdrop of blue Aegean sky, a shared secret, ancient relics and help from the goddess Athena and watch a story that starts off at a 'siga siga' pace develop into a warp-speed crescendo as every good Greek drama should. In his first novel Tony Brown proves as ever to be a great observer of Greek life without reverting to caricature.
'SKLesvos'
as in 'The Greek-o-File Vol 6'.
and here's a few more...
Just finished reading The Idiot & The Oddity and loved it. It is very Katzantzankis in style, full of poetry, feeling, humour - but why hasn't it been published? I would love to see your book properly published. Very best wishes,
Lorrie Proctor, London.
I printed out and read TI&TO in one day. Outside the weather was awful for the entire day which not only gave me the perfect excuse for ignoring work that I should have been doing but also made your descriptions of Greece - the place and its people all the more appealing. It was a thoroughly enjoyable read and its left me wanting to revisit Greece.
Thank you
Sally Stiles, Falmouth, Cornwall.
"You know, I am going to miss Godfrey and his initiation into Greek island life. Last week gone midnight, we were walking back through the village, after an evening at the club and following some interesting conversations that leave you saying - 'is that the time!' - and thinking thank goodness we have not got to get up and go to work tomorrow morning. It was very cold, the wind straight at us as it whipped round the corner of the fishermens shed, the point where the gangway leads down to the beach and sea...only 300 paces from our garden gates and the warmth of our home but not just the warmth of home and our comfy bed but also the warmth of Greece, I knew I would find when I picked up your book to read just a few pages before sleep. It was a sheer delight Tony, to pick up your book and not only feel the warmth, even when towards the end things were getting a bit sticky for Godfrey and friends, but to smell Greece as well through your descriptions." Janet, Norfolk.
Donner wetter mal und sapristi scheiss machener schweinerei!!! I`ll try again asap.
Finished your novel. Enjoyed reading it. VERY difficult to crit as I saw YOU as Godfrey and could not imagine you saying some of the stuff so I am an useless critic. However - - I DID think that some of it was a little unreal but if you had glued it together more it would have taken on a different reality.
It is emminently suitable for making into a script and would not be difficult to achieve. Suitable for either T.V.; film; or radio.
I enjoyed it and,if that is your first ever attempt, well done that man!!!!!! Thank you Tony. I shall probably read it again one day and see (if I can remember!) - how differently I feel about it.
Blessings, John Cynddylan, Montanel, France.
Having ordered your book I have spent virtually the whole weekend at the computer screen, as I could not stop reading! It is a wonderful story and reminded me of my times spent living in Greece.
I will recommend it to all my Greek Evening class students.
Best Wishes
Fiona Collingwood, Bristol
You are a man after my own heart..your love of animals,life and our beloved Greece..you have a rare & wonderful talent with words and putting what many of us feel about Greece,but can't express on paper and screen with such great humour! Keep up the good work and it is a pleasure to know you.
Jane XXX London
Many years ago, before we moved here to Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand, my husband and I spent our honeymoon on the Greek island of Crete.
Last month, out hill-walking, or 'tramping' as it is called here, I took time to read your book and my, how it all came flooding back. So thank you. A long way away but you brought it a little closer and who knows, maybe one day...
Hei kona ra
Angela and Tom Coles - ex Merseysiders.
Really impressed with your site and now am so looking forward to reading the book, I think I'll start it right away...
Madeleine Berks - Falmouth.
A few frequently asked questions:
Why is it free?
It's free because it's fun.
Do I need special software or hardware to read The Idiot & The Oddity?
All you need is your PC, laptop or hand-held device.
Can I print my eBook?
Once you have downloaded the book simply click on 'PRINT' as you would normally.
Once I have purchased my eBook, will it always be available?
Yes, once you have purchased the eBook it is yours. The title and file is stored in your computer and you can access it at any time by clicking on the PDF icon.
How do I get help if I have a problem?
As long as it is to do with the book just email or telephone me.
What are the benefits of reading eBooks?
* eBooks are ecologically sound.
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* Convenient - imagine loading several novels and a few magazines onto a portable reading device before you go on holiday.
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* You can build a whole library of digital books.
©2009 - PERMISSION TO COPY. This book is Copyright of Tony Brown and is protected by international copyright law. You are welcome to copy it for personal or non profit, or educational purposes only and you have my permission to do so, provided it is copied and re-published in it's entirety complete with copyright notice and website address. If you wish to copy it for electronic publication on an intranet, website, blog or Newsletter you may do so provided the article is copied and re-published in it's entirety with all html, copyright information and hyperlinks intact and unaltered in any way with no redirects. If you wish to copy it for any other purpose please contact me for permission first. tony@grecofilia.co.uk
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