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Type of bind: Paperback
Dewey Decimal Number: 813
EAN num: 9780451219008
ISBN number: 0451219007
Label: Signet
Manufacturer: Signet
Quantity: 1
Page Count: 304
Printing Date: July 05, 2006
Publishing house: Signet
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Some people think Hawaii is paradise, but Monk knows that danger, like dirt, lurks everywhere. Look at Helen Gruber, the rich tourist who took a fatal blow from a coconut. The police say it fell from a tree, but Monk suspects otherwise. His assistant Natalie isn't exactly thrilled about Monk's latest investigation. It was bad enough Monk followed her on vacation, and now it looks like the vacation is over. Smooth-talking TV psychic Dylan Swift is on the island and claims to have a message from beyond-from Helen Gruber. Monk has his doubts about Swift's credibility. But finding the killer and proving Swift a fraud-all while coping with geckos and the horror of unsynchronized ceiling fans-may prove a tough coconut to crack.
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(See my review on "Mr. Monk and the Two Assistants" for more info.)
This book was much like the others in the series except that it is set in Hawaii. Just like on the show it is very fun and entertaining to watch (or read about) Monk out of his comfort zone. The author thoroughly researched Hawaii (who wouldn't) and as someone who has lived on Oahu and visited Kauai I can tell you that he nailed his portrayal of island life.
It's always fun to see Mr. Monk's alter ego "The Monk" emerge when he takes those special little pills and I would encourage the writers to think up more scenarios in which Monk would feel compelled to take them. They are hilarious.
Again this book would probably be more enjoyed by fans of the TV show but might just make a fan out of the non-viewers.
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I'll admit, I was a late bloomer in watching this TV series but after watching a few episodes, I was hooked. I bought all six seasons and when I came across Lee's books, I was so excited to buy one. Mr. Monk Goes To Hawaii was my very first choice and I literally laughed out loud thru out the book. I could just "hear" Monk's replies to Natalie and it only added to the love of this book. I devoured it in three days and immediately ordered several more. I give this story ten stars for humor, and true mystery intrique. Don't pass this book up for sheer fun.
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When Natalie receives an all expense paid trip to Hawaii to take part in her friend's wedding, she anticipates a real vacation. However, Mr. Monk takes his medicine and follows her onto the plane. Naturally the bad guys crawl out of the walls and the neighbors begin to be murdered. Even so Natalie finds time to sit in the sun in her bikini. As is typical of Monk on TV, there are comedic and tragic moments both.
A really funny scene happens in a tiny restaurant which boasts local cooking that the town's homicide detective takes Monk and Natalie to. Adrian is so creeped out by the local flora and fauna he can barely sit at the table.
One of the best story lines is that of a psychic who films his TV shows in the beautiful surroundings at their hotel and Monk's reaction of horror to him. Of course Adrian eventually exposes him as a fraud but you will have to read the book to find out how.
A very moving moment occurs when Adrian, realizing that their rooms are bugged, tells Natalie a moving Trudy story. I choked up a little as he opened his heart in this tender moment.
A book lends itself to more story lines and subplots than a one hour TV show can. It is very enjoyable to be able to spend a couple of hours with Monk and Natalie. Lee Goldberg has done a fantastic job of nailing down the characters and the books are a wonderful read.
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I'm a big fan of the show and I love the books. Lee Goldberg does a great job with Mr. Monk and all his quirky characteristics. My favorite parts of the book are when Mr. Monk is on medication. He is so high that he acts "normal." If you're a Monk fan you will enjoy this book. I L.O.L through the whole book! It is a must!
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She claims to have liked it, but who knows if she was just saying that.:)
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