Review: Another solid four stars.
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 12 13, 2012
As a recent convert to Jay Leicester fandom, I must confess that Four Nines Fine does nothing but add luster to the collection. Mr. Simmons writes authoritatively on many topics, not the least of which are planes and piloting, enology, and the fine art of boating. Whether it is done out of personal knowledge or as the result of careful research, this background lends an authenticity to the writing that is notably absent in so many books intended for entertaining reading. It's an effort that I really appreciate by the authors that I enjoy the most. This latest adventure adds fascinating information about gold and its handling and uses, giving the book an added dimension of interest. Only one consistent editing quibble continues in Four Nines...the continued capitalization of common nouns. It detracts a little but certainly won't keep me from glomming onto Leicester #10 when it falls into my price range.