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The Real McCoy
The Real McCoy
Author: Darin Strauss
Are you the Real McCoy? — Loosely based on the real life of a turn-of-the-century icon and charlatan, The Real McCoy introduces a character like no other in recent contemporary fiction. "Kid" McCoy was a man of many talents and faces: championship boxer, jewel thief, scam artist, and grifter extraordinaire. Unfolding against the ...  more »
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ISBN-13: 9780525946519
ISBN-10: 0525946519
Publication Date: 6/10/2002
Pages: 326
Rating:
  • Currently 2.8/5 Stars.
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2.8 stars, based on 8 ratings
Publisher: Dutton Adult
Book Type: Hardcover
Other Versions: Paperback
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A fun read about a real life turn-of-the century icon. The real McCoy is a man of many talents & faces: a championship boxer, jewel thief, scam artist & one of the most married men in America. The story unfolds against the backdrop of American history. The real McCoy's story becomes a fascinating story as he becomes a legend & a symbol of all that's true in America. The novel is about identity, illusion, & the accomplishment of a lifelong love.
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I enjoyed this read. Well written, was easy to follow. This guy was a master of all trades from boxer to jewel thief and more. One person doing all this i found quite interesting. His life was packed full of interest on these pages.


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