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A review by carolpk
Something Missing by Matthew Dicks
4.0
Matthew Dick's Something Missing is what can only be described as a quirky read. Last night we discussed this book in an online Booksonthenightstand group. When trying to decide where to place Something Missing the group was at a loss. Certainly not a mystery and not exactly humorous, though it is funny; I’ll call it just plain good fiction and worry no further.
Martin, the main character, a man who burglarizes homes, taking only items that will not be missed, is someone you should dislike but can't. Even though what he does
is a bit creepy; picking locks, duplicating keys, rummaging through personal belongings, somehow he is endearing. Martin considers those that he robs his clients. He sees this as his profession and he takes it seriously. It is his means to survival. As you journey with Martin through his entering into homes, you learn much about what motivates his
lifestyle. Though not quite kosher, it's a romp, nonetheless. Redeeming all is that underneath his obsessive compulsive self there beats a good heart.
As Dicks resides in Connecticut, a special treat for Connecticut readers is his use of familiar places and streets throughout. You'll recognize the scene beyond a
doubt and may even think you know some of the people on the pages. If nothing else, you'll crave breakfast at The Quaker Diner in West Hartford and hope to meet Jillian, a
special waitress.
Something Missing is funny, insightful and moves briskly to a satisfying end.
Martin, the main character, a man who burglarizes homes, taking only items that will not be missed, is someone you should dislike but can't. Even though what he does
is a bit creepy; picking locks, duplicating keys, rummaging through personal belongings, somehow he is endearing. Martin considers those that he robs his clients. He sees this as his profession and he takes it seriously. It is his means to survival. As you journey with Martin through his entering into homes, you learn much about what motivates his
lifestyle. Though not quite kosher, it's a romp, nonetheless. Redeeming all is that underneath his obsessive compulsive self there beats a good heart.
As Dicks resides in Connecticut, a special treat for Connecticut readers is his use of familiar places and streets throughout. You'll recognize the scene beyond a
doubt and may even think you know some of the people on the pages. If nothing else, you'll crave breakfast at The Quaker Diner in West Hartford and hope to meet Jillian, a
special waitress.
Something Missing is funny, insightful and moves briskly to a satisfying end.