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From the Tales of Dan Coast #2
Ocean Floors
A mystery taking place in the Florida Keys, Ocean Floors, is the second installment of the story of lottery inner turned private detective, Dan Coast.Dan, a wise-cracking excessive drinker, is haunted by the memory of his dead wife. Shortly after the two won the lottery and purchase a small beach bungalow in the Florida Keys, her life was taken in a car accident. Soon after his wife's death, Dan relocated to the Keys with his wife's dog, whom he blames for her death.In Ocean Floors, Dan Coast's chance meeting with a beautiful young woman leads him and his trusted sidekick Red down a road of murder and kidnapping. Join Dan and Red as they try and solve the murder while searching for a missing friend.
204 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 28, 2013
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October 17, 2018
Another great & fun read by Rodney Riesel in the 'Tales of Dan Coast' series. Women in danger, boats, Keys volume of drinking (if you've ever spent any time down there, you'll understand), murder and mayhem. Plus a dog that acts more like a cat than a dog. What else do you need? If you are looking for a fun distraction for an evening, this is your book. I'm moving on to installment #3...
October 15, 2021
One flaw but the story is great!
The only distraction in this edition is the constant drinking making our main character into a functional alcoholic . I am not opposed to drinking but over and over again is a bit much.
The only distraction in this edition is the constant drinking making our main character into a functional alcoholic . I am not opposed to drinking but over and over again is a bit much.
December 19, 2021
Ocean Floors: A sharp, interesting book.
This book by Rodney Riesel is an entertaining read with well defined characters. It has some low key humor and a good touch of mystery and suspense. The dialog is very good.
This book by Rodney Riesel is an entertaining read with well defined characters. It has some low key humor and a good touch of mystery and suspense. The dialog is very good.
August 14, 2022
Something about this one was cringe-worthy
The characters (Paula, Jimmy, Mark) gave me the heebie-jeebies for some reason, right out of the gate. The story wrap-up was satisfactory.
The characters (Paula, Jimmy, Mark) gave me the heebie-jeebies for some reason, right out of the gate. The story wrap-up was satisfactory.
October 19, 2017
Good
On par with the first one. Good humor, action and mystery. A quick and fun read and good for the night.
On par with the first one. Good humor, action and mystery. A quick and fun read and good for the night.
November 23, 2017
Realistic characters, humor, suspense
Read from cover to cover in two sittings. Characters become realistic and you feel as if you know them. Lots of twists, clues and action.
Read from cover to cover in two sittings. Characters become realistic and you feel as if you know them. Lots of twists, clues and action.
December 31, 2017
Reads fast and I enjoyed the dialogue between the friends. Worth the read and I will continue the series.
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July 25, 2020Good
a book that's another one in this series.the book about this man and how much trouble he can get in
a book that's another one in this series.the book about this man and how much trouble he can get in
December 3, 2020
Ocean Floors
Pretty good story but they seem to do a lot of grinning and laughing in some pretty grave situations. Kept me interested and reading and I like Dan Post.
Pretty good story but they seem to do a lot of grinning and laughing in some pretty grave situations. Kept me interested and reading and I like Dan Post.
August 3, 2022
Surprisingly good
A nice surprise and free. Some of the dialogue and descriptions are a bit misogynistic but otherwise i enjoyed the story telling.
A nice surprise and free. Some of the dialogue and descriptions are a bit misogynistic but otherwise i enjoyed the story telling.
September 16, 2022
Always Entertaining
Never a disappointment, Riesel is a writer who keeps you looking for the next book. Well done man, well done
Never a disappointment, Riesel is a writer who keeps you looking for the next book. Well done man, well done
October 26, 2022
Fun!
Fun and fast paced adventure with a great cast of characters. Can't wait see what trouble comes up next time.
Fun and fast paced adventure with a great cast of characters. Can't wait see what trouble comes up next time.
September 1, 2023
Buddy
This is a good story with a lot of twists and turns that keeps you wondering. The splashes of humor are great.
This is a good story with a lot of twists and turns that keeps you wondering. The splashes of humor are great.
November 13, 2024
Another Good One
This one had a surprising ending . This book was hard to put down which I enjoy reading those type books .
This one had a surprising ending . This book was hard to put down which I enjoy reading those type books .
November 22, 2013
My friend Rodney Riesel has two books currently selling well at Amazon. They both feature Dan Coast, and are set in Key West. So if you enjoy Key West mystery/thrillers these are for you. Like myself, Rod writes in a straight-forward, terse style. By that I mean he gets to the point without a lot of flowery language or lengthy scene and character description. He lets the story speak for itself.
Both books are pretty quick, light-hearted reads. They are perfect for the beach, or maybe on a cold northern winter’s night. Dan Coast is a cool character in a long line of Key West cool characters.
Both books are pretty quick, light-hearted reads. They are perfect for the beach, or maybe on a cold northern winter’s night. Dan Coast is a cool character in a long line of Key West cool characters.
September 18, 2016
A Pleasure to Read
I really enjoyed latest tale by Mr. Diesel, and especially the way it is told. His ingeniously basic and folksy style with its endearingly minute detailing of common acts have a way of getting one delightfully immersed in the story. Also, his worldly characters, none of which take themselves too seriously, adds to the leisure and pleasure of the reading experience. All in all, a nice little tale with a the essential ingredient of being well told.
I really enjoyed latest tale by Mr. Diesel, and especially the way it is told. His ingeniously basic and folksy style with its endearingly minute detailing of common acts have a way of getting one delightfully immersed in the story. Also, his worldly characters, none of which take themselves too seriously, adds to the leisure and pleasure of the reading experience. All in all, a nice little tale with a the essential ingredient of being well told.
November 19, 2016
A nice light beach read. Dan Coast gets himself in and out of some new jams while taking the reader on a trip to the Florida keys. If you’ve read the first book in the Dan Coast series this one will be along the same lines. The story is well written and interesting and the characters, while flawed, are down to earth and relatable. I can’t wait for the next installment just in time for the holiday season!
March 1, 2016
Ocean floors
Another good story from a series of mystery and thriller but just not as serious as a lot of authors might try to make it. I don't believe the volume of drinking the hero goes through and still functions, but it fits with the macho image being portrayed. Fun read for r.
Another good story from a series of mystery and thriller but just not as serious as a lot of authors might try to make it. I don't believe the volume of drinking the hero goes through and still functions, but it fits with the macho image being portrayed. Fun read for r.
September 1, 2015
Good read
Entertaining book, characters are likable. Story moved at a good pace, but it requires the reader to pay attention. Would be nice to have the same characters in a new adventure.
Entertaining book, characters are likable. Story moved at a good pace, but it requires the reader to pay attention. Would be nice to have the same characters in a new adventure.
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