$50,000 An Ounce!

by Albin A. Roman

It was Hal Decker's most perplexing case: find the thief who stole a rare Martian meteorite from an anonymous owner who has not reported it missing. With no suspects, motives or clues, his only lead... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0595262678
• ISBN13: 9780595262670
• Release Date: January 2003
• Publisher: iUniverse
• Length: 268 Pages
• Weight: 0.87 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Adventures with Hal

Retired from the military and newly licensed as a P.I., Hal Decker's first case involves meteorites, geologists and, of course, women. He travels from his office in San Francisco to Buenos Aires and on to Antarctica, encountering trials and tribulations every step of the way. I read it in one sitting. I recommend this title to all mystery fans.

Fun Mystery

$50,000 an Ounce is an easily read Mystery about a search for a valuable rock. Hal Decker a middle aged Private Investigator is hired fo find a 5 pound meteorite that came from Mars. His use of the Internet's and a beautiful blond geologist's help, get him started on a heralding adventure traveling to the Antarctic in his search. This book has a little of everyting that makes a good detective story, sex, bribery, intrigue, and action. It also gives the reader an education on meteorites, robotics, and the Antarctic. It was fun to read.

Secret Ingredients Inspire 5 Star Rating

Al Roman has successfully concocted a zesty stir-fry of mystery,travel and science. $50,000 an Ounce features likeable detective, Hal Decker, whose clever sleuthing reveal most unusual facts about meteors and relatively unvisited Antarctica. This well researched novel moves quickly as Hal's assignment collides with women, intrigue and disaster. The witty dialogue particularly with gal pal Jerry qualify this "keeper" in the humor category as well. This is the perfect book for that next airport wait or plane ride whereby you effortlessly become both entertained and educated. Enjoy!