Temperature Rising

John Cesari #3

by John Avanzato

John Cesari is a gangster turned doctor living in Manhattan saving lives one colonoscopy at a time. While on a well-deserved vacation, he stumbles upon a murder scene and becomes embroiled in political intrigue involving the world’s oldest profession. His hot pursuit of the truth leads him to the highest levels of government, where individuals operate above the law. As always, girl trouble hounds him along the way making his already edgy life that much more complex. The bad guys are ruthless, powerful and nasty but they are no match for this tough, street-smart doctor from the Bronx who is as comfortable with a crowbar as he is with a stethoscope. Get ready for a wild ride in Temperature Rising. The exciting and unexpected conclusion will leave you on the edge of your seat.

427 pages, Kindle Edition

First published September 25, 2015

About the author

Fordham University '77-81
SUNY Buffalo School of Medicine '81-85
Internal Medicine/Gastroenterology '85-91 Bronx, New York
Private practice Geneva, NY '91-present.

Reviews

[John Galt Robinson]

Another very enjoyable read with a unique and entertaining hook not to mention a superbly developed protagonist. As a fellow physician, I find the author does an excellent job of blending accurate yet entertaining medical scenes into a much larger and compelling story. I rarely read first person narratives but the author expertly tells the story through the perspective of John Cesari and I find it quite enjoyable. Quite imaginative this story combining government corruption involving a very familiar power couple, a world renowned resort/theme park and the compelling protagonist of Dr John Cesari. I have now read the first three of this series and they keep getting better. Well done. You will enjoy this series!

[Laurie]

Good but not as good …

This was a good story but I felt it got a bit tangled and unbelievable this time around… I think I missed Kelly’s grounding impact and having three women in and out … a bit much?

[Joe Becker]

Re: Fact or Fiction??

For those of you too young to live the early Clinton years, a great memoir!

Great read, can’t put down, one gets: Mob, Politics, scandal, & sex

[Palma Fratto-Evans]

I greatly enjoyed trade third book in Dr. Avanztos's series. It holds you captive as the excitement builds. I was thrilled when Cleo re-entered the story but at the same time saddened that Kelly married Omar. I understand that her and John marrying wouldn't give him his playing "status" in future writings , but thought her too intelligent to make that kind of mistake. I eagerly look forward to the next book!!!

I greatly enjoyed trade third book in Dr. Avanzatos's series. It holds you captive as the excitement builds. I was thrilled when Cleo re-entered the story but at the same time saddened that Kelly married Omar. I understand that her and John marrying wouldn't give him his playing "status" in future writings , but thought her too intelligent to make that kind of mistake. I eagerly look forward to the next book!!!

[Kim]

Another great book from John Avanzato! I gave this book 4/5 stars because I'm pissed John doesn't end up with Kelly and that she's dumb enough to marry the pot head man whore. Anyway another good book with lots of action. I LOVED the political references and maybe those alone should have won this book 5 stars!

[Deborah L Folio]

Mrs. MacBeth versus Evil Queen

Enjoyed this book and the play on a politician whom I wish would be held accountable for their criminal actions.

[Juanita Horne]

Great fun reads

I have read all three books and have enjoyed every word.
Humor and action are packed together making these books entertaining.