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Atticus
Atticus
Author: Ron Hansen
Colorado rancher Atticus Cody receives word that his wayward younger son, Scott, has committed suicide in Resurrection, Mexico. When Atticus travels south to recover Scott's body, he is puzzled by what he finds there and begins to suspect murder. — Illuminating those often obscure chambers of the human heart, Atticus is the story of a father's st...  more »
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ISBN-13: 9780060927868
ISBN-10: 0060927860
Publication Date: 2/26/1997
Pages: 256
Rating:
  • Currently 3.5/5 Stars.
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3.5 stars, based on 32 ratings
Publisher: Perennial
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover, Audio Cassette
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Helpful Score: 2
This is a good book about a father who comes to Resurreccion Mexico to recover the body of his son who has just committed suicide. As he mourns, he becomes aware of details that don't fit the story, and he begins an investigation of his own into his son's death. It is a well done mystery where the "detective" doesn't even know he's investigating at first.
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Helpful Score: 2
Atticus is a story about a father and his prodigal son. It is also an engaging murder mystery.

The writing was sincere and powerful. The description of the wild Mexican landscape and the people of Resurreccion were done to perfection. This was a novel where you could see and smell and feel what the characters were experiencing.

The love that Atticus feels for his son Scott, no matter how messed up, rotten and selfish Scott has been, is so sincere.
reviewed Atticus on + 2 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 2
excellent book! couldn't put it down, lots of twists and turns.
reviewed Atticus on + 4 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 1
This is a story about a man who finds out his long lost younger son has committed suicide in Mexico. When he goes to Resurreccion to recover his son's body he is very puzzled by situation and feels his son was murdered. I found the book interesting and it was a good read. Not one of my favorites, but definitely worth the time.
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Helpful Score: 1
An excellent read. Reads as a detective-type of story, with a father investigating his son's death. I found the characters to be interesting, with much depth and emotion. A great afternoon read with many interesting twists and turns. Definitely recommended.
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Great book. Great writing. Ron Hansen really has a way with words. My only criticism is that it was a bit predictable.


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