The Caddie

by J. Michael Veron

Named "master of fiction" by USA Today, and Travel + Leisure Golf Magazine calls him "The John Grisham of Golf."

Now, J. Michael Veron returns with his most intriguing work yet….

The caddie occupies the most unique position in all of sports. He is a coach who doesn't have to stay on the sidelines, a waterboy who doesn't have to wait for time-outs, a psychologist who doesn't have a couch, and a fan who doesn't have to buy a ticket.

In Bobby Reeves's case, he's also a bail bondsman, not to mention a savior who will attempt to help him resurrect his game---and his life---in most unexpected ways. From a jail cell in Baton Rouge to the U.S. Open at Pebble Beach, the gifted but troubled golfer and his mysterious caddie travel a remarkable path to great courses and to redemption.

With his trademark style and golf expertise, J. Michael Veron has once again crafted a remarkable golf story.

Genres: Sports, Novels, Fiction

304 pages, Paperback

First published May 1, 2004

Reviews

[Michael Fennessy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Not a golfer but love the book

This is the third book of Veron's that I've read. Honestly prefer the first two but this one is pretty great in its own way. Read it quickly as it held my attention in the way that only a good book can do. It's definitely worth your time

[‘Santa’ Bill H · Rating 5 out of 5]

Corny, Sentimental, but a Great Book

It’s a real ‘morality play’ about redemption, trust, and overcoming personal demons and fears. But it’s also a great book about golf…somewhat dated…but worth a read. I think reading it has me more confident as I await tomorrow’s Eighteen!

[Biff · Rating 3 out of 5]

I had read another of the author's books, "The Greatest Player Who Never Lived", which was enjoyable, and did not realize he had written several other books as well. This is a similar "golf fantasy" story, entertaining for the golf enthusiast / historian.

[Julie Anderson · Rating 3 out of 5]

Read for book club. not the best book. Felt like it was based on a true story but I guess it's not. The end was suspenseful but also felt like the longest golf game ever!! Probably wouldn't recommend but better if you like golf, which I do but still struggled!

[Tom Goyne · Rating 3 out of 5]

Easy to read, a little light on character development. But it's a nice little story about how golf mimics life struggles and life struggles mimic golf.

[Carter Wells · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful story for every golfer to read. I was hooked the entire time.

[Micki Jensen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Nice warm story

Fun book to read that is hard to put down. It’S a warm story that reminds me of the movie Michael with John Travolta.

[Ward A Jackson · Rating 5 out of 5]

golf reads

Loved all 3 of the golf books! Keeps me wanting to get to the next page! Hope he does another book

[Gerald Matzke · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a very enjoyable book, just like Veron's other two about golf. As an avid golfer, I could relate to the joys and frustrations of the game as it was experienced by Bobby Reeves, the main character. The mysterious character in the title adds a special touch that keeps your interest right to the end. I would recommend this book to anyone who has ever dreamed of playing on the Tour.

[L · Rating 4 out of 5]

As with Veron's other two books, this one was very well written and captured both the history and beauty of golf. Very enjoyable read.

[Sue Flanagan · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is kind of like watching the golf channel-great if you like the game but pretty boring if you don't. I got a few good tips on improving my game... and my life.

[Todd · Rating 3 out of 5]

Solid, fairly entertaining golf story. May have been a little too much focus on the “mystery” surrounding Bobby’s caddie. Good quick read for any golf fan.