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Jake Crosby #2
Moon Underfoot
Eighteen months ago, stockbroker Jake Crosby and his daughter Katy narrowly survived a living nightmare at a remote Alabama hunting camp. To save Katy, Jake killed two men—men who were friends and business associates of notorious outlaw and drug-runner Ethan “Moon Pie” Daniels. That night, Moon Pie made a blood promise of revenge. And in Moon Pie’s dark world of violence, such promises are always kept.
Jake Crosby doesn’t regret what he did that night; he knows it was kill or be killed. But he can’t shake the feeling that the horror isn’t over, that Katy and his wife, Morgan, aren’t yet safe—and that retribution is coming. All he knows for sure is that he will do anything—everything—to protect his family. That’s a vow the dangerous Moon Pie will put to the ultimate test on a cold, moonless night deep in the heart of a river swamp.
This riveting follow-up to Bobby Cole’s heart-stopping thriller The Dummy Line deftly explores the perils of revenge…and the profound power of a husband and father’s love.
Jake Crosby doesn’t regret what he did that night; he knows it was kill or be killed. But he can’t shake the feeling that the horror isn’t over, that Katy and his wife, Morgan, aren’t yet safe—and that retribution is coming. All he knows for sure is that he will do anything—everything—to protect his family. That’s a vow the dangerous Moon Pie will put to the ultimate test on a cold, moonless night deep in the heart of a river swamp.
This riveting follow-up to Bobby Cole’s heart-stopping thriller The Dummy Line deftly explores the perils of revenge…and the profound power of a husband and father’s love.
434 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2013
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Bobby Cole
10 books79 followersBorn William Robert Cole, Jr., in Montgomery, Alabama, in 1964, writer Bobby Cole now lives in West Point, Mississippi, where he is President of Mossy Oak® BioLogic®. He and his wife Melissa are the parents of a daughter named Jessi. Cole is an avid wildlife manager, hunter, and supporter of the Catch-A-Dream™ Foundation (a program for terminally-ill children). He began writing his first book, The Dummy Line, after a camping experience with his daughter, and he now regularly enjoys writing in his free time.
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March 1, 2013
I checked this book out of the kindle lending library.
I'm not really sure what genre you would put his one in. I suppose it's a suspense novel with family drama mixed in.
It would help a lot I think if you read the first book. This one can still be read as a stand alone, but my impression is this is a sequel.
Jake and his family are trying to move on after a traumatizing experience. But, Jake is feeling restless.
A group of bored elderly men decide to spice up their lives by committing robberies and putting the money in a foundation to help people.
Drug dealers and Jake's former nemisis reak havoc as all these lives begin to intersect.
Money will do strange things to people. This story shows how that can happen when a large sum of money falls into the lap of people unaccustomed to it.
This is a quirky story with a feel good ending.
Over all a C+
I'm not really sure what genre you would put his one in. I suppose it's a suspense novel with family drama mixed in.
It would help a lot I think if you read the first book. This one can still be read as a stand alone, but my impression is this is a sequel.
Jake and his family are trying to move on after a traumatizing experience. But, Jake is feeling restless.
A group of bored elderly men decide to spice up their lives by committing robberies and putting the money in a foundation to help people.
Drug dealers and Jake's former nemisis reak havoc as all these lives begin to intersect.
Money will do strange things to people. This story shows how that can happen when a large sum of money falls into the lap of people unaccustomed to it.
This is a quirky story with a feel good ending.
Over all a C+
January 1, 2014
I read to my husband on long car trips, and read him The Dummy Line last year which he enjoyed. Moon Underfoot is the sequel to that book, so again, we read it as a holiday car trip book. It's light and fun, with some action/drama here and there. There is nothing ground breaking or particularly original in this book, but it is a likable enough story.
April 2, 2014
Not as great as the first book..unrealistic dialogues, build-ups not paying off, and unsatisfactory characterizations.....still, it is a testament to the author's ability and the spine of the plot that it is possible to be invested in the story despite all the shortcomings. Worth a read.
May 27, 2023
Perfect.
February 10, 2013
The writing isn't great but the story has lots a interesting characters and it many elements are pretty well intertwined and wrapped up successfully. I intend to read the "Dummy Line," the first book and any new books that come out withe character of Jake Crosby.
July 7, 2016
Okay
This book dragged a bit. The 1st book in the series was crisper, More action and suspense. There are too many characters and storylines in this book all trying to mesh together. Some editing would have made this a better read.
This book dragged a bit. The 1st book in the series was crisper, More action and suspense. There are too many characters and storylines in this book all trying to mesh together. Some editing would have made this a better read.
September 6, 2019
AWESOME THRILLER !!!!!!
This is the second time I have read Bobby Cole’s, Jake Crosby Thrillers. They’re that good! I will probably read all three again and again over the coming years. Mr. Cole’s first book ever, The first of this series, The Dummy Line, was unputdownable as are the next two. I anxiously await a new book by this amazing man and author. The only disappointment you’ll experience is if you DON’T read The Jake Crosby Thrillers!!! This reviewer is not a spoiler, so I won’t reveal details. Five big stars!!!
This is the second time I have read Bobby Cole’s, Jake Crosby Thrillers. They’re that good! I will probably read all three again and again over the coming years. Mr. Cole’s first book ever, The first of this series, The Dummy Line, was unputdownable as are the next two. I anxiously await a new book by this amazing man and author. The only disappointment you’ll experience is if you DON’T read The Jake Crosby Thrillers!!! This reviewer is not a spoiler, so I won’t reveal details. Five big stars!!!
January 21, 2021
I really enjoyed this book. It is a page turner that is hard to put down. It is a great sequel to The Dummy Line and ties up some loose ends. I really enjoyed the different story lines and how they intersected. The only complaint I have is the final chapter. I felt it was too rushed and kind of a let down after such a high rush story. Can't wait to read Old Money!
July 18, 2017
A good 2nd book by Bobby Cole the sequel to The Dummy line, easy to read, easy to follow all the characters and keeps you nicely in suspense. Recommend fo a good easy read, that will keep you gripped throughout the book.
December 14, 2018
Great story. I liked the first book in the series better, but this one was pretty good. Lots of unbelievable things, but that’s why it’s called fiction. Not wonderful writing, but I still enjoyed it.
July 22, 2017
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October 5, 2018
Good Title!
Many twists and turns, so Moon Underfoot kept me guessing. While enjoying the book, I was hoping for a conclusion that was less predictable.
Many twists and turns, so Moon Underfoot kept me guessing. While enjoying the book, I was hoping for a conclusion that was less predictable.
February 19, 2019
good book that is very exciting. shows the amount of effort it takes to catch a poacher.
December 13, 2020
4 stars for the absurdity alone, honestly...
September 24, 2021
Good enough I wanted to read more by the same author.
March 30, 2024
must read it all
I disliked not knowing the background upfront
I prefer to know what happened before I plunge in. Let’s move on.
I disliked not knowing the background upfront
I prefer to know what happened before I plunge in. Let’s move on.
April 29, 2024
5 stars audio
3.75 very entertaining/anticlimactic rushed resolutions stars story.
3.75 very entertaining/anticlimactic rushed resolutions stars story.
June 27, 2025
Grabbed this one from a library clearance. It was really good. I like a bit of a mystery and a story that ties up the loose ends.
March 15, 2020
Exciting Read
This is an exciting and interesting book. The author used believable characters that lead a normal life. A refreshing break from stories with characters that are almost super human.. enjot
This is an exciting and interesting book. The author used believable characters that lead a normal life. A refreshing break from stories with characters that are almost super human.. enjot
December 29, 2016
What a great book! I loved how it jumped from person to person and each of their stories. Most of the time I don't like that, but he Cole slowly connected them all together me for an even more amazing story! Please read Dummy Line first seeing as how it's the book before this one...I didn't. I don't think it takes away from this book, but it is referenced A LOT in this book!
November 28, 2012
Bobby Cole's "Moon Underfoot" (Thomas &Mercer 2012) is a light-hearted crime novel with lots of drama always softened by quirky characters, unbelievable circumstances, and humorous asides. Tom Clancy won't worry about the competition, but readers who want a page-turning story that keeps them off the edge of their chair and and up at night until the last page will be thrilled with this story.
It starts as a typical mystery/thriller: Jake Crosby and his daughter Katie narrowly escaped death at the hands of an all-round bad guy named Ethan 'Moon Pie' Daniels--Moon Pie to his friends. To survive, he had to kill two friends of Moon Pie's, an action Jake fears will demand retribution. After a year, he begins to believe this part of his life is in his rear view mirror, strange things start happening that make it clear Moon Pie has neither forgiven nor forgotten. Just as the drama ratchets up, Cole throws in the secondary plot line: A geriatric foursome rob a Kroger grocery story to get money they can give to those who need it. It seemed so easy, they try a jewelry store, but this time, the owner is Moon Pie and the stolen money belongs to a drug kingpin. Moon Pie isn't going to use a court of law to get his money back.
Cole shows the seeds of becoming an excellent writer. His characters are appealing and likeable. His plot is quick-moving and twisty enough to keep readers guessing. His sense of humor will be the voice that brings readers back to his books time and time again. I can't wait for him to release his next.
It starts as a typical mystery/thriller: Jake Crosby and his daughter Katie narrowly escaped death at the hands of an all-round bad guy named Ethan 'Moon Pie' Daniels--Moon Pie to his friends. To survive, he had to kill two friends of Moon Pie's, an action Jake fears will demand retribution. After a year, he begins to believe this part of his life is in his rear view mirror, strange things start happening that make it clear Moon Pie has neither forgiven nor forgotten. Just as the drama ratchets up, Cole throws in the secondary plot line: A geriatric foursome rob a Kroger grocery story to get money they can give to those who need it. It seemed so easy, they try a jewelry store, but this time, the owner is Moon Pie and the stolen money belongs to a drug kingpin. Moon Pie isn't going to use a court of law to get his money back.
Cole shows the seeds of becoming an excellent writer. His characters are appealing and likeable. His plot is quick-moving and twisty enough to keep readers guessing. His sense of humor will be the voice that brings readers back to his books time and time again. I can't wait for him to release his next.
February 22, 2013
My five year old and my two year old were playing with my Kindle Fire. They downloaded the Daily Deal from Amazon and so I was stuck owning this book.
But I read it anyway. I wanted to see what their literary taste was like. I was not really impressed with my kids on this score.
This is a sophmore novel from Bobby Cole revisiting characters from The Dummy Line. I did not read The Dummy Line so I had no investment in the central characters. And I didn't think Cole developed them enough to make me really care about them. I found the characters of Jake Crosby, Morgan and Katy to be rather flat and uninteresting.
However there are a number of other characters in the book which are interesting. I liked the character of Moon Pie (the chief antagonist) and the geriatric robbers who steal from him. Moon Pie's brother Levi is a likeable character.
There is enough twists in the storyline to keep you reading. I may have liked this better if I read Dummy Line first. But it is mindless fiction not good literature. Read if you read the first novel and like a piece of literary distraction.
But I read it anyway. I wanted to see what their literary taste was like. I was not really impressed with my kids on this score.
This is a sophmore novel from Bobby Cole revisiting characters from The Dummy Line. I did not read The Dummy Line so I had no investment in the central characters. And I didn't think Cole developed them enough to make me really care about them. I found the characters of Jake Crosby, Morgan and Katy to be rather flat and uninteresting.
However there are a number of other characters in the book which are interesting. I liked the character of Moon Pie (the chief antagonist) and the geriatric robbers who steal from him. Moon Pie's brother Levi is a likeable character.
There is enough twists in the storyline to keep you reading. I may have liked this better if I read Dummy Line first. But it is mindless fiction not good literature. Read if you read the first novel and like a piece of literary distraction.
May 21, 2015
This is the second book in the Jake Crosby series, though it's not strictly a Jake Crosby book. The first 2/3 of the book mostly follows other characters while checking in on Jake. We learn more about Moon Pie, the survivor of the first book who is still seeking revenge against Jake. We learn about his criminal enterprise, his half brother Levi who works at his gold pawn shop, and his coworker Bailey.
We also learn about Sebastian, Bernard and Walter, nursing home residents with schemes to steal hundreds of thousands of dollars. They partner with Bailey's grandmother Lucille. Most of these stories come together in a series of escalating coincidences.
The book had a lot of heart but felt like two different books at times. Still an enjoyable read, with lots of action and creative plots. The end of Jake's story wasn't as satisfying but the epilogue worked well.
We also learn about Sebastian, Bernard and Walter, nursing home residents with schemes to steal hundreds of thousands of dollars. They partner with Bailey's grandmother Lucille. Most of these stories come together in a series of escalating coincidences.
The book had a lot of heart but felt like two different books at times. Still an enjoyable read, with lots of action and creative plots. The end of Jake's story wasn't as satisfying but the epilogue worked well.
January 3, 2017
Although ultimately enjoyable, I think this suffered with pace issues. I felt that some sections of the book flew by and others I struggled to keep going.
The problem, for me, was the multiple story arcs. It was more like a mix of short stories with small links that could have been better broken up rather than squeezing into the same book.
The other problem was that for a "Jake Crosby Thriller" Jake was probably the one character that could have been taken out completely. Until the last few chapters in which he was the subject (although not as a participant) he was pretty much inconsequential.
I'm not sure I will read the next book based on this one, it depends where the author decides to go with it.
The problem, for me, was the multiple story arcs. It was more like a mix of short stories with small links that could have been better broken up rather than squeezing into the same book.
The other problem was that for a "Jake Crosby Thriller" Jake was probably the one character that could have been taken out completely. Until the last few chapters in which he was the subject (although not as a participant) he was pretty much inconsequential.
I'm not sure I will read the next book based on this one, it depends where the author decides to go with it.
December 8, 2012
Jake Crosby and his family are again being stalked by another criminal known as Moon Pie and was an associated of two men that Jake killed (in The Dummy Line). Moon Pie’s desire for revenge overtakes his desire to make big bucks on enormous drug deal.
If you ever wanted to know what life is like for the protagonist after a novel ends, you can read how Jake lives in fear and eighteen months after the previous story ends. I enjoyed The Dummy Line and Jake, but this second story has various story lines and less action or mystery to what would happen. The villains are buffoons, I thought. It’s a passable second novel, but not as good as the first.
If you ever wanted to know what life is like for the protagonist after a novel ends, you can read how Jake lives in fear and eighteen months after the previous story ends. I enjoyed The Dummy Line and Jake, but this second story has various story lines and less action or mystery to what would happen. The villains are buffoons, I thought. It’s a passable second novel, but not as good as the first.
January 26, 2013
My reasons for not loving this book have nothing to do with the author. The book is simply not to my taste. This particular novel reads more like a tourism brochure for Alabama and Mississippi than creative prose. Little bits of scenic commentary are inserted throughout. Although it is categorized a "Thriller", personally I prefer my thrillers quite a bit more thrilling.
For those of you who don't care for Reacher novels, Scarpetta, or Temperance Brennan, you might like this easy thriller. It is over long but reads quickly.
If, like me, you like Reacher, Dr. Scarpetta and Dr. Brennan, then I suggest you give this one a pass.
For those of you who don't care for Reacher novels, Scarpetta, or Temperance Brennan, you might like this easy thriller. It is over long but reads quickly.
If, like me, you like Reacher, Dr. Scarpetta and Dr. Brennan, then I suggest you give this one a pass.
April 9, 2014
I have now read 'The Dummy Line', 'Moon Underfoot' and 'The Rented Mule'. I truly enjoyed reading all! In my opinion, I thought the author done a good job with the storyline and I had pictures come to mind of scenes as I read. Moon Underfoot continued where The Dummy Line left off. I truly enjoyed all of Mr. Cole's books. I will continue to look for books by this author. I had a hard time putting each book down. I read while walking and I walk twice a day. My workouts went by fast because these story held my interest. Again, thank you Mr. Cole for all 3 books. I recommend all three books if you enjoy thrillers.
December 19, 2015
This is a great book. I like Bobby Cole. He has a slightly different style, but it is refreshing. This book had a lot of stories that had to come together. Drug lords, old men, Moon Pie, Levi, Jake, his family, a lawyer and a few others I can't remember. If you try to read this book in short bits of time it would be very confusing and difficult to keep all the stories straight.
I liked the ending and ***spoiler alert ****I wasn't sad to see Moon Pie die! He was just evil!
This book is clean and would highly recommend it.
I liked the ending and ***spoiler alert ****I wasn't sad to see Moon Pie die! He was just evil!
This book is clean and would highly recommend it.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
April 12, 2013
A good southern thriller.
I have read the Dummy Line and Liked this book just as well.
The characters are very interesting and make the story.
Since the good guys win over the bad guys it is a feel good book.
I also enjoy the setting of Alabama. I live in New England but vacation in Alabama and enjoy the gulf area of that state.
A lot of the southern personality shines through in the book.
A thoroughly enjoyable book.
I have read the Dummy Line and Liked this book just as well.
The characters are very interesting and make the story.
Since the good guys win over the bad guys it is a feel good book.
I also enjoy the setting of Alabama. I live in New England but vacation in Alabama and enjoy the gulf area of that state.
A lot of the southern personality shines through in the book.
A thoroughly enjoyable book.
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