Gotcha: Tales from a Black-Belt Bounty Hunter

By Joseph Laney and Cyn Mobley

A fast-paced account of the experiences - some funny some sad, some just fascinating of a longtime professional bounty hunter who in his spare time is one of the highest ranking karate experts in the... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1592285457
• ISBN13: 9781592285457
• Release Date: January 2004
• Publisher: Lyons Pr
• Length: 253 Pages
• Weight: 1.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.3" x 0.8" x 6.3"

Customer Reviews

A Great Modern-Day Adventure Story

Whether you're a martial artist, an ordinary person looking to pick up a few self-defense tips or just a fan of great adventure stories, you're sure to love "Gotcha! Tales from a Black Belt-Bounty Hunter," written by Cyn Mobley and Joseph Laney. The story details the adventures of modern-day bounty hunter Joe Laney, who gets to chase down bad guys, tell a few jokes, kick some butt -- and learn some valuable life lessons along the way. Think Indiana Jones meets Janet Evanovich's Stephany Plum -- lots of derring do plus plenty of quirky humor, all told in an entertaining, down-to-earth voice that will make you feel like you're taking the journey right along side the author. Even better, these adventures are no made-for-TV movie fantasies -- they're real life tales from a real life good guy who tracks down and captures real life criminals. And this bounty hunter always gets his man! You'll want to quit your job and sign up -- who knew chasing bad guys could be this much fun? It's a fast, compelling, lively read that will keep you turning the pages long into the night. The characters are quirky, funny, likeable and so life like, they practically jump off the page. In fact, you'll wish you had a friend like Joe Laney to share funny stories and real life adventures as one of the last of the Good Guys. The martial arts background is authentic and seamlessly interwoven throughout the story, and readers will not only find Gotcha! entertaining, they'll also come way learning a thing or two about self defense. Put this on your must-read list -- and buy two! It makes a great gift! --Jana Costa

Fast-paced and compelling!

I recently had the pleasure of reading this book co-written by Joseph Laney and Cyn Mobley. Cyn is a long-time friend of mine and one heck of a writer whose credits include 23 books. Her pacing, timing, and suspenseful style is very evident in this page-turning tale that highlights several weeks in the life of real-life bounty hunter, Joseph Laney. Laney shares the ups and downs of his profession with both humor, compassion, and a wily sense of human nature born from his experiences dealing with a less-than-savory (and sometimes not so bright) segment of society. He also shares his insights and knowledge of Isshinryu karate (he is a black belt and master instructor) and offers glimpses of his family life. Laney's story is both compelling and entertaining, particularly when he highlights some of the foibles of the criminals he brings to justice. His tactics are ingenious and occasionally a bit "out there" (his capture of one criminal who is caught naked in flagrante delicto with his large-sized girlfriend is a gut-buster!) but his humanity and sense of justice are what really shine through. Overall this is a fast-paced, fun read that will keep you riveted for hours.