Book Reviews of Deal Breaker (Myron Bolitar)

This is the first book in Coben's Myron Bolitar series and I think the first book that Coben wrote. Myron Bolitar is a former college basketball star and former first round pick of the Boston Celtics. After a freak injury Bolitar makes the transition from athlete to agent. The story begins with Bolitar signing highly touted football draft pick Christian Steele. New client in tow Bolitar is destined for the big time. Unfortunately, for Bolitar things do not always go as planned. A mystery ensues and Bolitar will get into his trademark high jinx. Coben to me falls short in this one compared to his other work. I love his stand alone novels. However, the hook and suspense are there but Coben's trust in the reader is not. The ending seemed to be more fitting for a Scooby Doo episode and not a Coben thriller. His characters are endearing for the most part and the humor/dialogue is fitting. I will continue with the Bolitar series and give it more of a chance because of Coben's other work that I have enjoyed so much.

Witty, sarcastic, and fun. Combine a mystery, a sports theme, a likeable amateur detective and his eccentric enfocer and you get an easy, enjoyable read. Don't expect to be blown away by the plot which isn't particularly clever or put together, but the characters and dialogue are great.

3 stars out of 5

I found Harlan Coben just last year and have read every single book he has on the market. I love his writing and the way he builds his characters. It is an absolute pleasure to read his books in order and see their progression.

originally I thought the sports aspect would be a turn-off for me, but it has so little to do with the story that it didn't bother me at all.

If you're looking for a quick, good, fun read, this is the book for you.

It is no wonder that Harlan Coben has won so many awards. Deal Breaker is the first of the series featuring Myron Bolitar, the sports agent who hates his first name with a passion. Few are the mystery novels with witty lines such as this series has. Try it; you will enjoy it.

The first Myron Bolitar novel but thankfully not the last.
Great twists and turns, a real page turner. Written with a terrific sense of humor.
LOVE IT, LOVE IT, LOVE IT.

Myron Bolitar is a stud who is not intimidated by anyone. Quick read, and quite a page turner. There were new suspects around every corner. The ending was quite surprising.

Excellent! Quick read.. very entertaining!

Myron Bolitar owes something to Spenser, but he is so much more real, beyond the wisecracks and overconfidence. And Coben's writing keeps you on a wild ride till the very end! This is a great read!

Myron Bolitar is a great character

At first, I was tempted to stop reading this book. It was boring.
I decided to keep reading for a few more pages. As I was finishing it, it occured to me that Coben has a very nice style. I intend to read more of him.

Myron Bolitar is an up-and-coming sports agent. One of his collegeate quarterbacks is about to turn pro, and Myron is negotiating his contract and a slew of endorsement deals. Unfortunately, things are not going as well in his personal life: he is recently dumped and still lives with his Mom.

When an old flame asks for his help in investigating a connection between the disappearance of her sister and the death of her father, Myron agrees to help because he just might get lucky with her and the sister also happens to be the ex-flame of his gravy train quarterback, who is fast becoming the cops' top suspect. Sound confusing? Fans of Harlan Coben's standalone thrillers know that his plots have many twists and turns, and the characters often have surprising hidden connections. That holds true for this first book in the Myron Bolitar series. Though still violent, this book has a lighter tone than the standalones. The first person narrator of Myron has a sarcastic sense of humor, which makes this a humorous as well as well-plotted mystery.

Excellent book. Great story line. I would recommend that you put this on your list of books to read. You won't be sorry.

If you enjoy a good mystery, this is a really enjoyable book.

another great Coben book - couldn't put it down

Great read. I love the Myron Bolitar serise.

If you have enjoyed Robert Parker's Spencer books, you may well like this series also. I found the hero both likable, smart and goofy. Witty repartee abounds and many of the characters are classics (Think Little Pocahontas & Big Cindi). Start with this one, if possible, but enjoy them all.

Good book

This book was hard for me to get into. Definitely my least favorite of the series, but I kept going and have enjoyed the follow ups.

I love Harlan Coben's Myron Bolitar series. The characters play well off of each other, and keep you wanting more. My mother and I both read this series and love it.

Gotta read the Myron Bolitar books. They are interesting and fully entertaining.

The first in the Myron Bolitar sports agent/detective series. A bit far-fetched and not as believable as his stand-alone novels, but it was still a fun and quick read.

good quick read. Coben covers murder, rape, porn and violence in a light humorous style. I intend to read more by him.

This is the second book that I read by this author (the "Myron Bolitar" series) and it did not disappoint. Great twists. Couldn't put it down!

An interesting if dated mystery. Keeps your attention and has a satisfying ending.

Sports agent Myron Bolitar is poised on the edge of the big-time. So is Christian Steele, a rookie quarterback and Myron's prized client. But when Christian gets a phone call from a former girlfriend, a woman who everyone, including the police, believes is dead, the deal starts to go sour. Suddenly, Myron is plunged into a baffling mystery of sex and blackmail. Trying to unravel the truth about a family's tragedy, a woman's secret, and a man's lies. Myron is up against the dark side of his business-where image and talent make you rich, but the truth can get you killed.
A very fast suspenseful read!

Myron Bolitar, sports agent, trys to help client Football quarterback Christian Steele. Great fast read.

Lots of action and suspense - surprised me all the way.

Sports agent Myron Bolitar is poised on the edge of the big-time. So is Christian Stele, a rookie quarterback and Myron's prized client. But when Christian gets a phone call from a former girlfriend, a woman who everyone, including the police, believes is dead, the deal starts to go sour. Suddenly Myron is plunged into a baffling mystery of sex and blackmail.

Quick read with lots of action and humor.

**** I love Myron Bolitar; this is a fun read.

Personally I have only just discovered this older series (this is the first one) after devouring everything else Coben has written in the past 5-10 years ... I LOVE the humor, sarcasm, plots, characters - everything about this series! Highly recommend. I think guys will especially like these (but don't worry ladies, I don't think you'll be turned off!).

Author has a good sense of humor...

Love Myron and this is an early one.

Anything by Coben is great.

Good mystery that kept me guessing. Myron is a bit annoying with his Spenser-esque joking at every opportunity, especially in the face of danger. And his "love that never dies" for the drop dead gorgeous woman who dumped him. Co-hort Win a little too convenient, and improbable. But I want to return to this series.

Funny, smart; vintage Harlan Coben. This is the first in the Myron Bolitar series.

The first book in the Bolitar series.

This is right up there with some of the best books I have ever read. You will lose sleep because you just don't want to put it down.

The FIRST book in the series featuring Myron Bolitar, an injured basketball player turned sports agent in New York, New York.

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