The Caddie

by J. Michael Veron

From the acclaimed author of golf classics, a gripping tale of redemption on the green...

J. Michael Veron, hailed as "The John Grisham of Golf" by USA Today and author of The Greatest Player Who Never Lived and The Greatest Course That Never Was, returns with his most intriguing work yet in Caddie.

Bobby Reeves, a gifted but troubled golfer, finds an unlikely ally in his mysterious caddie - a coach, waterboy, psychologist, and fan all rolled into one. From a jail cell in Baton Rouge to the U.S. Open at Pebble Beach, the duo traverses a remarkable path to great courses and personal redemption.

With Veron's trademark blend of golfing expertise and storytelling prowess, Caddie offers a gripping narrative of friendship, life lessons, and second chances set against the backdrop of the golfing world. A must-read for sports fans and inspirational fiction enthusiasts alike.

Genres: Sports, Novels, Fiction

305 pages, Kindle Edition

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!

[Jeff block · Rating 5 out of 5]

good easy read

Golf fans will enjoy this work of fiction … good beach read .. that the story is far fetched does not take away that it will be bring a smile to your face .. don’t think too much about it … just enjoy the read .. it will go by fast

[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

[Darrin Shope · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fun read

[Doug Smith · Rating 2 out of 5]

I'm amazed at all the 4 and 5 star reviews. Formulaic and predictable. Almost a DNF for me, but some of the golf-course related history and content was engaging enough.

[Mary Berger · Rating 5 out of 5]

#1, The Caddie should be read by all golfers.

A great story about becoming a golfer without learning club grip, swing technique or putting. A story about becoming a better person with the help from an angel.

[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.