Clam Chowder at Lafayette and Spring

A strong voice, a definite style: you can just see the guy drinking beer! I've put you on my WL. If you have a minute, please check my Strings of Madness - definitely a different voice (a computer geek who falls in love with a beautiful woman who died 200 years ago...) I would love to knwo what you think!
Claude Nougat

You start this off so well. I found myself reading with a silly grin on my face. It's just as though you were speaking the stort out loud. Very well written and intriguing. Backed. Lynne, Brooklyn Bridge.

My time is short so only read your intro and first 2 chapters.
This is not something I usually read but I enjoyed it…good, strong voice.
The narration of the intro is good and the first person and internal dialogue helps move it along.
You deliver just the right amount of narration and dialogue (personally I would like more) and the mix of “show” and “tell” makes it an enjoyable read.
What can I say…good luck with finding a publisher. You’ve got my backing.
Dan
PS. Please take a look at mine and give me your comment…backing will be appreciated.

I like this 'in your face' style of writing. A good immediate start and it's off and running.

You story is told so well. Catch and spunky you capture attention immediately. I love this and the way you leave the reader turning the pages and wanting more.

Terrific read.

Best
The Mind setter

A quirky journey filled with surprises. Well-crafted characters with real emotions. Excellent dialogue and narrative. Inventive storyline. Lucid writing. A rollicking read. Backed.

I love your narrative voice, it's unique and very refreshing! I really enjoy being inside his head, is that a bad thing? You certainly are a talented writer. I really wish you the best with this, I can't really say anything else other than I really liked this and you stand out on this site in a very, very good way. Thanks for giving me something different to read!

Missy
Mark of Eternity

Easy to absorb and even easier to back. Great narrative with pace and dialogue to match.

Angus Shoor Caan.

You have written a very interesting and unique storyline, which I do like, and created a most memorable main character in Luca. I also like your use of the first person narrative voice. The dialogue is realistic and well written and the pace of your story flows well. All of this along with your descriptive writing makes your work a pleasure to read. Backed.

Andrew Burans
The Reluctant Warrior: The Beginning

He's a bit Holden Caufield but how Holden would have been a few years after the book finished (Catcher in the Rye). I enjoyed the protagonist's attitude, his cocky way of putting forward his opinions as fact. One thing -- I don't think 'assimilate' is the right word in that context.

I haven't been able to 'back' anything yet, I think there's something wrong with my registration, am waiting for the powers above to respond so for now you'll have to make do with a "Good job" pat on the back instead.

Off to read more...

Dear Pete,
I read your introduction, which I find witty and charming. I enjoy the way the narrator says, chill, don't give up on my story, try to learn from it. It's a unique introduction. This is excellent writing!

BACKED
Elizabeth Wolfe (MEMORIES OF GLORY)

Clam Chowder at Lafayette and Spring

Pete Brassard

Interesting title and a storyline that got my attention. Not sure about the use of words like "wanna", "ya", "kinda" et cetera in the narrative (I think it would be different if it was part of dialogue) though. Anyway, you have unique energetic style of writing with much to recommend this story. All the best in finding a publisher.

Hi Pete,
I love the first person narration and his direct, gritty method of addressing the reader. He reminds me somewhat of Little Krisna.
I think yeah, is more common than 'yea'
conur (concur)
Top class writing, amusing and hard to put away.
One thought is to be careful about too many sermons -- they slow the pace of the plot. Of course they add things to your character study, but just check you're happy with the balance.
Backed with pleasure,
Barry
LITTLE KRISNA AND THE BIHAR BOYS

I was a bit put off by the rambling narrative and persistent rhetoric...the voice sounds like Hollywood 1930's gangster...Cagney springs to mind. Sorry about that but it doesn't work for me...worth a spin though.
Cheers
Stewart

Hey GK, just a thought, was your mother called Elaine by any chance? Very funny lady! What the hey, I just figured too, 'Ga' is a cool name, but ya need to put the 'in' into 'Ga' for it to work, then you have 'gain', that too, is just as nice as Gina. I will take a look at your memoir over the weekend and I'm telling ya, I'm looking forward to it..memories...

Dear Pete Brassard,

As soon as I caught the title Clam Chowder at Lafayette and Spring, I couldn’t wait to sink my teeth into this apple pie and chowder delight. I wasn’t expecting the recipe, Bourdain, and a tasty recipe it is. What’s it all about, TONY PARMESAN? I like your cool downtown style and I’m singing Volare with you all the way to the Bowery.

Let me say this loud and let me say it clear, there’s no humor like NYC metro humor. Capice?

And, there's nothing like finding a homeboy when you're on a site in the UK.

My first name starts with a G and ends in a vowel. Hey, do I know you?

LaFayette and Prince is where my character Andrew with the tight leather pants dwelled, but that was long ago, young blood.

Pete, we’re on the same page.

Hard to believe tomorrow is 9/11.

Backed and all best wishes for your groovy read.

GK Stritch
CBGB Was My High School

This book is intriguing... unique... and a breath of fresh air. Thank you for posting it for us to read.

I love your writing style, the flow of your words, the organization of your thought. It makes for an interesting read. I will definitely be coming back to it when I have time to read the rest of it ( I read through chapter two just now).

If I could change anything, it would only be to add more dialogue. I prefer to be shown things by characters telling it than shown by narrative. But- that's my subjective opinion. I love this story so far!!

Backed by me!
Cori
"Princess"

After Jack Kerouac, this is probably the most original thing I have ever read. Will let it gather dust on the bookshelf. James.

Dear Pete

Talent and skill have been shown with this book for sure. I have to wonder on this site at the creations that come from peoples heads and of course the immense talent of those like yourself to animate such colorful characters. I truly wish I had half your talent. I loved your short and long pitch both really sell your book which they are meant too so CONGRATS, and love the way you write. Your ability with words to craft an orginal read is amazing. the characters have decided to take up permanent residence but i will insist they leave soom to go home. ha!

Please take a moment to look, COMMENT which is important to me, and BACK my book. if not that is OK
also

The VERY best of luck to you

BACKED BY ME FOR SURE.
Denise
The Letter

You've sure got style, Pete, and a voice I don't think anyone's ever put down on paper before. You also tell the truth, know how to say it, and make everyone think. That is some going...

Luca makes me think of the wrong side of "Sweet Smell of Success" - or should that be the right side...and all the people in his life loom as large as he paints them, Fender, particularly...even the maitre d' has a life worth a book. But I am very worried about Cat. I'll just have to read on until I'm sure "it" gets a piece of that cow...actually the clam chowder (straight up) would make me feel better.

Backed for Cat's sake...
From Kay
(Waystation to Prosperity Street)

I don't think I have ever read a style like this before, different, quite original and very relatable. I don't think I will eat a piece of beef the same way again ever.

'I was kinda looking forward to having steak at home, every night just as it comes. Moo'

Your book is interesting, shocking yet quite enjoyable.

Backed,

Lisa

Talented writing and and intriguing storyline make this easy to back.

Liz
The Cheech Room
A Fine Pickle

I agree with you and you are completely right,"Don't look back ,but we should see what we have learned." Now I am on ch 2
Backed with happiness,
Bamboo Promise

You have a very conversational style which makes for easy reading. I will return for more, well done. Paula Barrett (Cuthbert-how mean is my valley)

Dear Pete, I love the love Luca has for Mel :) - would that any one of my 6 husband had even loved me an iota of that :) - I'd have been elated :) - but they only loved themselves & for me to wait on them be their maid - ah, love :) - you have showed the epitome of love. :) Your pitch showed me it would be a good read. :) Tight paragraphs & dialogue moved me along quickly. :) I've backed your book :) - could you please take a moment to back my memoir book? :) Thanks so very much. :) Love, Susie :)

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Yeah, it's fate. I think many of us have been lucky to discover a "Mel." Lucky for me, mine is still with me after 27 years. "'Big deal,' you say 'so what?'" A little jealousy, eh? "Okay, so where was I?" Oh yeah, with backing your book. Thanks for uploading the complete text. I can come back and periodically read more and more. Backed for now.

Your short pitch does a good job of teasing a reader to want to read more. Your full pitch is short, sweet, and snappy, and it succintly summarizes your story's plot. I really like your voice and the casual, conversational style of your writing. Your storytelling skills are quite evident. Happy to back you.

Rodney B.