Twelve Mile Limit

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It starts out as a fun excursion for four divers off the Florida coast. Two days later only one is found alive-naked atop a light tower in the Gulf of Mexico. What happened during those 48 hours? Doc Ford thinks he's prepared for the truth. He isn't.

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Excellent series.......2007-02-14

I started this series with Shark River, but the order you read them doesn't really matter. They're all well written and you can count on a solid plot.

Great new discovery........2005-09-18

White is such a great new discovery for crime fiction. Everglades was excellent read, but this one is perhaps my favorite of the year. Having not spent any time in Florida, Smith paints such a vivid and colorful picture. ANd the details of Gulf weather and currents is like an advanced class. SMith is very authentic. We have Burke for Louisiana, Lescroart for San Francisco, Connelly for Los Angeles, McGaritty for New Mexico....and now White for Florida.

Entertaining thriller based on a true story.......2004-08-28

When I worked for The News-Press in Fort Myers, Fla., I was one of the reporters who covered the disappearance of three SCUBA divers & the rescue of a fourth from a tower miles out at sea--the story on which Randy Wayne White based this novel. So I know how faithful White is in this book to the original story.
White made a great choice by being very faithful to the facts of the story while at the same time completely changing the characters involved. That was a respectful, sensitive way to approach this fictionalization--and it probably served him well as a writer.
"Twelve Mile Limit" suffers from a problem I've found in other books set in real places. To my mind, White relies too much on names of places & institutions to convey a sense of place & doesn't do enough actual description. When he does describe, he's good at it--especially when it's something that's clearly a personal passion, such as the Gulf of Mexico. The scene where Doc Ford gets into the water in the middle of the night rings very true, for example. And that's because it is--White tells us at the end of the book that he did the same as part of his research.
The only other book I've read in the series is the first, "Sanibel Flats," which had a wonderful description of U.S. Highway 41 but (I felt at the time) little else to make it really stand out. "Twelve Mile Limit" is a great improvement & makes me interested in reading more in the series, especially as some reviewers here say it's not one of the strongest entries.
There are some lost opportunities here, especially more development of the "Heart of Darkness" idea, which could have used probably a couple more pages of development in total that would have made it really good.
White's personal story is inspiring. As I recall it, he once worked in Southwest Florida stringing telephone lines or some such, then did four years at The News-Press, then wisely left when daily newspapering had helped his writing & ear & eye & before it killed his creativity. Over a period of about 15 years, he turned himself into a nationally known outdoors writer & author. It's a great story.
I like White's inclusion of the (real) human trafficking issue in the novel. Also, this is true to the actual events in that it was one of the theories about what happened.
Many of White's Florida settings have recently been trashed by Hurricane Charley. I hope Southwest Floridians recover quickly. Knowing the spirit of the region & remembering the aftermath of Hurricane Andrew on the opposite coast, they will.
Lastly, I got to read this book as a result of the donation of free books for deployed Soldiers. If you ever get the opportunity to donate books to this cause, it's a great program that actually benefits Soldiers & is greatly appreciated. I have not paid for a book since I deployed & never lack for new material to read.

Latest novel in the Doc Ford series.......2004-02-25

Dr. Marion "Doc" Ford is a marine biologist who lives in a house on stilts, off the west coast of Florida, and makes a living harvesting and supplying labs and schools with ocean wildlife local to the area. However, he has a dark past, having worked as one of the "Negotiators," a shadowy organization that works for the U.S. Government. The Negotiators have a talk with people who are being unreasonable, and make them see the error of their ways. Typically, the individual involved is an international drug kingpin who won't see the error of his ways and donate all of his loot to charity, and the solution is killing him. Ford has left all of that behind because it bothered his conscience.

In this novel, a close friend and employee of Ford has been lost at sea. One of the three people on the boat with her was rescued, and provides an account of what happened, but no matter how hard the Coast Guard looks, the other three companions aren't found. When Ford is approached by the survivor, and told that there was a boat that perhaps picked up the other survivors, he uses his connections with people in the government to investigate, and dives into an adventure to rescue his friend.

I enjoyed this book, and especially enjoy the way the author makes things interesting and suspenseful without having a blazing shootout every thirty pages (though those are fun, too). Ford is almost disdainful of guns, and those who use them, but not stupid enough to walk into a gunfight carrying a knife or something. There's also a nice subplot involving an environmentalist vs. fisherman battle that sounds so real and familiar that it must either be true or based on truth. I really enjoyed this book.

A good read, but not White's best.......2004-01-08

Fans of Randy Wayne White will not be disappointed by Twelve Mile Limit, another of his "Doc Ford" series, although it is not his best work.

The plot revolves around the real-life mystery of a sinking of vessel over the Baja California, a 1940's wreck off the gulf coast of Florida and the disappearance of several of the tourists on board. White then weaves his familiar brand of mystery, political commentary and action in a thrilling story.

However Twelve Mile Limit is not White's best work. I was disappointed by his inclusion of a manage a tois and the somewhat familiar "drug-dealers and white slavers" in South America theme. The book would have been good - maybe better - without them. Nonetheless, it is an enjoyable and fast-paced read, made all the more riveting by the true-mystery flavor to it.

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Twelve Mile Limit
White Randy Wayne
Manufacturer: G.P. Putnam's Sons
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000UEUZ7Y

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The Twelve Mile Limit Presented by the Michigan State Union...(Program for musical comedy from Gladmer Theatre Feb 1& 2, 1929)
Charles P. Seager
Manufacturer: Gladmer Theatre, Lansing, MI,
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Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000OV6USQ

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The theory and practice of the twelve mile fishery limit
Wilbert McLeod Chapman
Manufacturer: Van Camp Foundation
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Unknown Binding
ASIN: B0007F8HXK

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Little ones will enjoy this enlightening encounter with people from many cultures showing their love for each other.

Elizabeth, Who Is Not a Saint (Tales for Loving Children Series)

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tales for the free spirited

Elizabeth, Who Is Not a Saint (Tales for Loving Children Series)
Kathleen C. Szaj
Manufacturer: Paulist Press
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0809166380

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A funny story that shows how spirited, strong-willed, and always-in-trouble Elizabeth learns to channel her energies in more constructive, self-disciplined ways. Full color. Ages 4-8.

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tales for the free spirited.......2001-12-27

Elizabeth always seems to be in trouble. She is NOT a saint like other children she knows. She can't understand why she is so different until her Grandmother tells her that she is free spirited and that is okay as long as she doesn't hurt anyone in the process. This was a great message for my "Elizabeth" to hear and realize that she is fine just the way she is. I recommend this book for anyone who also has a good hearted child who seems to find more than her share of trouble.

The Gentleman's Guide to Life: What Every Guy Should Know About Living Large, Loving Well, Feeling Strong, and Looking Good

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Not a true gentleman
Disappointing - not for true gentlemen
Sleazy
I thought that it was pretty good.
Not A Book For Gentlemen

The Gentleman's Guide to Life: What Every Guy Should Know About Living Large, Loving Well, Feeling Strong, and Looking Good
Steve Friedman
Manufacturer: Three Rivers Press
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 060980202X
Release Date: 1999-05-11

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Whether you're a sensitive, bookish type or a beer-guzzling Cyber-jock--or just an average guy--The Gentleman's Guide to Life is a perfect and indispensable primer on looking, living, and feeling good, answering all your questions about clothes, career, fitness, love, and lust.

How do I move up without selling out?
How do I help my friends (and crush my enemies)?
How do I feed and care for my boss?
What kind of suit should I wear?
What kind of shoes do I wear with the suit? Socks?
Do I really need to take my vitamins?
Is this impotence or lack of interest?
How much sleep do I need?
How can I bluff my way through a wine list?
What is Cubism?
How much should I tip?
What CDs should I have to relax? To seduce?
Do I like her? Do I really, really like her?
What does she mean I don't listen?
How do I propose (or ask for the ring back)?
Am I the best man I can possibly be?

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Not a true gentleman.......2006-04-08

I checked this book out (did not purchase it, fortunately) after reading a tacky article by the author on MSN.com about how a woman can best "romance a man". I actually checked out the book because I could not believe, after reading the MSN article, that the author had really written a book on how to be a "gentleman" and I had to see for myself what it had to say. It was as tacky as the article in MSN. A true gentleman is true to himself and is who he says and appears to be.

Disappointing - not for true gentlemen.......2006-02-07

Sarcastic, tongue-in-cheek. I suppose as a humor book, it's OK, but I'm sorry I wasted my money on it (and I wish I had read the reviews before I did, because it looks like many readers had the same reaction).

Sleazy.......2005-12-27

I think we'd be better off going to church. I normally have all the dates I want, some of them so hot I'm actually embarrassed a bit, but after reading this bad boy, my success rate fell off, until I got it out of my head. Fortunately, that didn't take too long!

I thought that it was pretty good........2005-06-01

The author makes some really valid statements that are right on and easy on the eyes. He distills the subject matter into a highly potent brew that can help any of us, who were not born into the "lifestyles of the rich and famous" to at least not make a fool out of ourselves when placed into situations requiring some finnesse. I have read it a number of times. His wit alone is worth the cost of the book.

If you like to read GQ and want to become more than what you are then I highly suggest this book for you. Most of the other reviewers seem to be down on this book. I don't understand why. I really liked it. I read it twice.

Here is a quote:

(When asking about wines...)
"Do not say, 'What's your best stuff?'
"Do say, 'I know we'd like a pinot noir. Would you recommend a domestic or French? What's the best value?'
You are conveying some basic knowledge, a big dollip of humility, and a genuine concern that you not spend the month's rent on drinks. The sommelier will appreciate this and do you right."

This is my kind of book. To the point, and offering guidelines for actionable pleasures.

Not A Book For Gentlemen.......2003-05-30

This book is for those who wish to
imitate gentlemen... and the title
is indeed misleading !

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"No one knows the value of 'looking hot' as much as teens do. Having it 'together' can spell the difference between being one of the crowd-or not. But the 'success potion' isn't found in a bottle or a pill any more than in a great outfit or the latest hairstyle, eye shadow or nail polish. It's also more important than winning the approval it takes to be the most popular 'in' person at school. The really 'beautiful' are those comfortable in their own skin, who make the most of their natural beauty and have learned to like themselves. Jennifer's practical advice will show you how."
-Kate MacIsaac
1997 Miss California Teen All American
Miss Teen U.S.A.

Jennifer Leigh Youngs, coauthor of the bestseller, Taste Berries for Teens, created this complete guidebook for every girl's teen years. Ranging the gamut from healthy eating, fitness and stress reduction, to skin and hair care, fashion, makeup and more, this book offers girls all they need to feel beautiful, inside and out.

Although the author offers helpful tips on all of the above, even more important, she shows girls that it's what's on the inside that truly makes each of us beautiful. This book also includes photographs, which beautifully and effectively illustrate the principles the author teaches. As they journey through the challenging years of adolescence, girls will find the information and advice in this book invaluable. This book is destined to become a favorite with teens and adolescents.

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Outdated, old fashioned, and stereotypical.......2005-09-03

this book was dull, silly, and slightly offending. every single picture in this book was of blonde, gorgeous cheerleaders chatting up handsome white guys in track jackets. it seemed like the author had only concerns for white and beautiful people. whats more, the advice was not helpful and outdated.

so good.......2003-10-12

i like this book because although upon seeing it many may dismiss it as a "makeup manual" it's not.

Unhelpful and Outdated.......2003-07-10

I'm glad that I got this book out from the library instead of buying it. It provides extremely conventional advice about self-esteem and makeup, and the clothes the author suggests for teens seem like they're straight from the 80's. I really don't know anyone who wears scarves, overalls, or blouses to school. The language and general writing style of the author also seems outdated. I actually checked the publishing date to see if this was a 90's book; it's a 2000 book. Ms. Youngs even uses the 80's spring/summer/autumn/winter system of choosing clothing and makeup colors. It's also annoying that the book encourages confidence in one's looks and "beauty diversity", yet has photos mostly of stereotypical blonde-haired-blue-eyed all-american-girls. The author herself was a Miss Teen Claifornia finalist, so I suppose one couln't expect much more. I would avoid buying this for a young girl, or avoid buying it for yourself if you are a young girl.

UNREALISTIC.......2001-12-28

I thought that this book has some good facts but on the other hand, It had a really unrealistic feel to it. It sounds like the author, lives in a fairyland world far from what is really happening. I really did not enjoy the book and was very unhappy with the author's job on writing it.

Very Helpful!.......2001-01-27

This book is very helpful dealing with health, fitness, and beauty, but the style part is very outdated, as are the pictures! Awesome food guide that teaches what foods you need, how to lose weight (safely), and tasty recipes. Complete picture guide to proper stretching, with i found very handy! The makeup tips are average, mainly things I already knew, but they may help a beginner.

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I loved it
Great read--both characters and storyline.

Loving Feelings (Love Inspired #303)
Gail Gaymer Martin
Manufacturer: Steeple Hill
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ASIN: 0373873131

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Todd Bronski wants to take his business relationship with Jenni Andersen to a whole new level, but she isn't about to mix business with pleasure...

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I loved it.......2005-10-09

Great story! I sarted reading it and couldnt put it down. It is a story that tells us that dreams can come true.

Great read--both characters and storyline. .......2005-08-21

This story kept me turning pages until the end. The characters were realistic with true-to-life problems and reactions. Great read!

Loving Ways: A Book About Love For Children

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Loving Ways: A Book About Love For Children
Susan Ross , and Barbara Alexander
Manufacturer: Birds On A Wire Productions
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0972291202

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This colorful, captivating book, with award winning illustrations, captures within its pages the timeless yet timely concept of "love". Developed by classroom teachers directly from classroom discussions, "Loving Ways" explains to children that love is so much more than just romance. It invites children of all ages to consider the warmth of friendship, the bond of family, the connection with pets and caring for the earth as forms of love. "Loving Ways" provides opportunity for discussion and reflection on its journaling pages with age appropriate prompts.

I Hate Goodbyes (Tales for Loving Children)

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I Hate Goodbyes (Tales for Loving Children)
Kathleen C. Szaj
Manufacturer: Paulist Press
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ASIN: 0809166356

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A little girl named Katie confides her intense dislike of the goodbyes in her life, describes her clever attempts to ignore her hurt and angry feelings and shares her discovery of how to make the separations in her life a little easier. Ages 4 to 7.

Feeling Great, Looking Hot, & Loving Yourself!: Health Fitness & Beauty for Teen

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Feeling Great, Looking Hot, & Loving Yourself!: Health Fitness & Beauty for Teen
Jennifer Leigh Youngs
Manufacturer: Tandem Library
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L is for Loving: An ABC for the Way You Feel

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L is for Loving: An ABC for the Way You Feel
Ken Wilson-max
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LA Soledad En Pareja/the Solitude in Pair: Islas Del Sentimiento Amoroso/Island of the Loving Feeling

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LA Soledad En Pareja/the Solitude in Pair: Islas Del Sentimiento Amoroso/Island of the Loving Feeling
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