Gold by Gemini

by Jonathan Gash and Joanathan Gash

Book Overview

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• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0060114630
• ISBN13: 9780060114633
• Release Date: January 1979
• Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
• Length: 186 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.

Customer Reviews

Treasure trove

That lovable rogue, Lovejoy is up to his old tricks, with an insatiable appetite for antiques and a knack for getting into trouble with no effort at all. Aided by his trusty, but madly irritating sidekick,Algernon, and his ever faithful lady friend, Janie, he comes into possession of a map of hidden Roman coins. A series of alarming accidents takes place, resulting in the death of one of his old dealer friends,so, being lovejoy, the eternal optimist, he sets forth for the Isle of Wight where this treasure trove is supposedly hidden. It's typical Lovejoy story, full of fascinating characters and wild situations and one which Jonathan Gash fans will adore.

Lovejoy! Lovejoy! Lovejoy!

This is a wonderful series, and I'm only sorry that I haven't sampled these delights earlier. Jonathan Gash has a unique skill in his characterizations, and his first person singular way of telling a story makes us all so very familiar with Lovejoy and his tumultuous life. He is such a loveable scoundrel, and even though we know we can't trust this man, we find ourselves cheering for him mightily. In this book Lovejoy is on the trail of some priceless Roman coins. His quest takes us to the Isle of Mann, and the descriptions of this place are very well done indeed. Makes us feel like we're there with him. Again we get some fine insight into the antiques trade, and a first hand, up close and personal look at the business of antique forgery. Gash is a marvel, and his series pure delight.

Clever Plot Twists, Unforgettable Lovejoy Character

I enjoyed Ian McShane in the TV version of "Lovejoy" when it was a once-a-week afternoon staple on A & E network in the mid-90s. This book, the second in the Lovejoy series by the English doctor who uses the pen name of Jonathan Gash, is a delightful introduction to the unforgettable Lovejoy character. Clever plot twists and snappy dialogue make this book a joy to read. Plus it has gotten me interested in antiques.