A Golden Weekend

By Larry Carello

" A Golden Weekend" is the story of a lifelong conflict between two brothers, and how a reckless prank carried out by one of their children goes awry, changing their lives forever. Set in Upstate New... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0980228409
• ISBN13: 9780980228403
• Release Date: April 2008
• Publisher: Lakedge Publishing
• Length: 204 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.

Customer Reviews

A Review of "A Golden Weekend" by Tom Page

The characters in this book are so vivid I could picture them just as clearly as if they were sitting right next to me. Never having been to upstate New York myself, I now feel as if I know exaclty what it was like in the mid 60's. The story is very true to life, and it makes for an extremely enjoyable read. It put a lump in my throat when the moving van pulled up. I highly recommend this book.

A golden book...

I work with the author's sister and knowing that I'm an avid reader, she shared a copy of this book with me. I was extremely pleased that she did! Larry Carello has done a wonderful job weaving a story between friends and family that anyone who grew up in a small town will be able to relate to. The characters are expertly crafted and the storyline is very believable and realistic. I felt like I intimately knew each of the characters by the end of the book and was left wanting to know more. I look forward to future publications by this author.

A Very Entertaining and Intriguing Book

Many individuals resist change, wanting to cling to that which is comfortable, familiar, and gives them a sense of security and belonging. Adults sometimes return to the hometown of their childhood, wanting things to be the same, but they seldom are. In A Golden Weekend by Larry Carello, the author takes readers from the present to the future and briefly back to the past through the main characters of the Rosco family. What appears to be a tragedy for Mel Rosco when he loses his business on Indian Lake in New York is soon followed by what proves to be a wonderful opportunity. But it involves a move---a move to North Carolina where he will begin a new profession. He, his wife, two sons, and daughter would be starting over. What had caused the fire that destroyed his concession stand? Mel had slowly unraveled the mystery as to why the Shack--a landmark on the beach at Indian Lake--had burned to the ground. For twenty years he, with the help of his family, had catered to those who craved old style French fried potatoes, hot dogs, and beverages. Although Mel struggled financially, he and his family had always been happy with their lives and were appreciative of one another. Mel's values and goals were unlike those of his half-brother Jimmy. Mel was a down-to-earth person who worked very hard, treated people well, and enjoyed his wonderful family. Although his brother Jimmy was involved in many businesses and successful in running the Shoreline Inn, a popular restaurant on the beach, his life was far from perfect. He and his wife were growing apart, and they had an overweight son who was spoiled to the point of being obnoxious. Mel had been unsuccessful in forming any type of bond with his half-brother, and this troubled him. It was evident that the two of them shared nothing in common except for the same biological father who had been deceased for years. The author's words give life to the many secondary characters who work and play at Indian Lake; they each add to the storyline and, for the most part, are likable. The actions of the young are usually age-appropriate, clearly depicted, and bring about laughter. For many adults, there will be a rekindling of past memories. A few of the minor characters appear to be somewhat unconventional. There is one young worker who had grown up in a mental institution where he didn't belong. My heart went out to him which means Mr. Carello did a good job in evoking emotions through characterization. When Mel Rosco's business burned down during that unforgettable weekend of July 4th--a weekend that was supposed to be golden--Jimmy did not offer to help his brother in any way. He knew Mel had counted on the profits to keep him financially afloat but simply didn't care. Jimmy appeared to have a heart of stone. Readers will cheer when Mel discovers something that could have seriously hurt the reputation of his half-brother, but will not be surprised as to what he does with his findings. H

Review of 'A Golden Weekend'

I recently read "A Golden Weekend" by Larry Carello, while visiting in Upstate New York. It brought back many happy memories of a place called Sylvan Beach. This book was well written and a very poignant story of the Rosco Family's trials and tribulations. A good read. Will look forward to future publishings by this author.