Breakfast at Madeline's: A Jacob Burns Mystery

by Matt Witten

Book Overview

An aspiring screenwriter has made his first sale in Hollywood, but finds that his life hasn't changed much in his quiet hometown. A loving husband and father, his one vice is hanging out in an... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Mass Market Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0451196813
• ISBN13: 9780451196811
• Release Date: January 1999
• Publisher: Signet Book
• Length: 244 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 4.2" x 6.7"

Customer Reviews

Light, Highly Enjoyable Mystery

This was my first Jacob Burns mystery and I thoroughly enjoyed it. As another reviewer advised: if you want high intrigue, graphic violence or language this may not be your cup of tea. If, however, you enjoy an intelligently constructed mystery presented in a very humorous and entertaining style then this is a book worth reading. Jacob is a down-to-earth guy who has had a death thrust upon him; more accurately, it is dropped at his feet. His pursuit of the truth and solution of the mystery is enhanced by descriptions of his family life and experiences. I particularly loved the fact that his two young sons have changed their names to Gretzky and Babe Ruth and that's what their parents (and others) call them. All in all this is an excellent read. I'm looking forward to my next Jacob Burns mystery. Thanks Matt!

Like eating popcorn! Can't stop!

This book was so much fun to read. Escapist literature at its best! He has a wonderful sense of humor.

Hilarious and brilliant; a new sleuth that one can relate to

This book was very refreshing. Jacob Burns is a hoot as the reader goes on a wild romp to find out who killed the poor slob who dropped dead in front of him in Madeline's.What's also unique is the fact our hero is a family man, who really does put family first, unlike some novels in which the protagonists are quick to jump in bed with whoever despite their marital status.I was so relieved when Mr. Burns used his head and resisted temptation.

An amazing debut!

Funny, insightful, and ingeniously plotted. A very unique, fun look into the life of a highly unconventional screenwriter/family man/sleuth. I'm hanging onto this one--I think the first edition of the first Jacob Burns mystery is going to be a collector's item.

Fun whodunit, combines humor and suspense

What a fun novel! Great whodunit, combining humor and suspense. I stayed up until 2:00 AM so I could finish it.