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I really loved this book. It made me think of my grandmother who used to be sure that someone had come in and stolen her lipstick or face powder. Now I know she was right and I shouldn't have doubted her!! A good, fun, read. I highly recommend it.
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The protagonist of Something Missing is a burglar, but don't let that put you off: he is most considerate, and if my house were to be robbed I hope it would be by him. Martin steals for survival and a little profit, only taking items that he is sure will not be missed, such as out of date food and jewelry which has been long forgotten. His OCD tendencies require that he leave no trace of himself in your house, and he is very clean.
Martin's unusual occupation and OCD make him socially awkward, and he lives a very ordered life centered around routines. When Martin visits one of his "client's" houses, he is presented with an opportunity to help fix an ailing marriage. Once he learns the joy of helping others, he begins intervening in the lives of other people whose homes he burglarizes. For Martin this large break in routine leads to danger, new friendship, and possibly love.
Something Missing presents a unique hero in Martin, and his story is written in a humorous yet sensitive tone. The book is a page turner because the reader comes so engaged with Martin. Highly recommended for those who enjoyed The Curious Incident of a Dog in the Night-Time.
Martin's unusual occupation and OCD make him socially awkward, and he lives a very ordered life centered around routines. When Martin visits one of his "client's" houses, he is presented with an opportunity to help fix an ailing marriage. Once he learns the joy of helping others, he begins intervening in the lives of other people whose homes he burglarizes. For Martin this large break in routine leads to danger, new friendship, and possibly love.
Something Missing presents a unique hero in Martin, and his story is written in a humorous yet sensitive tone. The book is a page turner because the reader comes so engaged with Martin. Highly recommended for those who enjoyed The Curious Incident of a Dog in the Night-Time.
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I really did not know what to expect from this novel, but once I started it was totally engrossing. It is an interesting take on robbery - and it was a good way to escape into fiction for a while. I highly recommend it!
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"A quirky and endearing first novel that makes you wonder if that misplaced stick of butter or can of soup means there's a burglar prowling your pantry. If that thief is Martin Railsback, you might be glad. He's the kind of burglar you could conceivably want in your house." --M. Ann Jacoby, author of Life After Genius
"A funny, suspenseful, and thoroughly original debut that will keep you up to the wee hours flipping pages." --David Rosen, author of I Just Want My Pants Back
"A funny, suspenseful, and thoroughly original debut that will keep you up to the wee hours flipping pages." --David Rosen, author of I Just Want My Pants Back
