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  • Written by: Don Winslow
  • Narrated by: Dennis Boutsikaris
  • Length: 9 hrs and 7 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (35 ratings)

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The Winter of Frankie Machine

Written by: Don Winslow
Narrated by: Dennis Boutsikaris
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Publisher's Summary

Frank Machianno is a late-middle-aged ex-surf bum who runs a bait shack on the San Diego waterfront. An affable Italian with a love of people and life, he's a stand-up businessman, devoted father, and a beloved fixture in the community.

He's also a hit man - specifically, a retired hit man. Back in the day, when he was one of the most feared members of the West Coast Mafia, he was known as Frankie Machine. Frank consigned his Mob ties to the past years ago, which is where he wants them to stay. But a favor being called in now by the local boss is one Frank can't refuse, and soon he's sucked back into the treacherous currents of his former life. Someone from the past wants him dead. He has to figure out who and why, and he has to do it fast.

©2006 Don Winslow (P)2006 Blackstone Audio Inc.

What the critics say

"Elmore Leonard fans who have not yet discovered Winslow will be delighted by his fourth thriller....Winslow has created plausible characters and taut scenes of suspense that will keep readers turning pages." (Publishers Weekly)

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My favorite Don Winslow book so far!

I've been working my way though Don Winslow's books - The Force, City on Fire, Power of the Dog Trilogy, and now this one. I have to say - it's my favorite so far. Winslow works with familiar tropes; he isn't reinventing the wheel with his characters but he does a good job making them feel real. Without giving too much away, someone is trying to kill Frankie Machine and he must examine his past to put together the puzzle. Frankie is a cool character, the narrator is great and the story moves along at a good pace, Definitely worth the read/listen.

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Great book

Slow to start but when it takes off its exciting and a great listen I recommend

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Interesting characters

Good story by Winslow. Narrator does a decent job. Frankie machine is a great character. A retired mobster that gets pulled back in. #Audible1

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