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Mystery & Thriller· United States

The Deep Blue Good-by

by John D. MacDonald
Aggregate Editorial Score17/100
Oprah's Book Club
Published 1964English
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About This Book

The Deep Blue Good-by by John D. MacDonald is a landmark work of mystery & thriller, first published in 1964. Travis McGee, a Florida houseboat-dwelling 'salvage consultant', helps a woman track down a dangerous ex-con who has stolen her late father's hidden treasure. MacDonald's first Travis McGee novel launched one of American crime fiction's most beloved series. Themes of Florida, crime, justice run through the work. The book has received recognition from Oprah's Book Club 1964.

Book Details

AuthorJohn D. MacDonald
Published1964
Country of Origin🇺🇸 United States
LanguageEnglish
Category🔍 Mystery & Thriller
ISBN9780449224076
Editorial Score17/100
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Awards & Recognition

Oprah's Book Club
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196417
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Deep Blue Good-by about?

Travis McGee, a Florida houseboat-dwelling 'salvage consultant', helps a woman track down a dangerous ex-con who has stolen her late father's hidden treasure. MacDonald's first Travis McGee novel launched one of American crime fiction's most beloved series.

Who wrote The Deep Blue Good-by?

The Deep Blue Good-by was written by John D. MacDonald, from United States. First published in 1964.

What awards has The Deep Blue Good-by won?

The Deep Blue Good-by has received the following awards and honours: Oprah's Book Club 1964.

Is The Deep Blue Good-by worth reading?

The Deep Blue Good-by is a book that has earned critical recognition, with an aggregate editorial score of 17/100 on 50 Best Books, based on mentions across 1 editorial source. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in Florida, crime, justice.

Where can I buy The Deep Blue Good-by?

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What category is The Deep Blue Good-by?

The Deep Blue Good-by is classified as Mystery & Thriller. Suspenseful fiction built around crime, detection, and hidden truths.

What country is The Deep Blue Good-by from?

The Deep Blue Good-by originates from United States's literary tradition. Explore more books from United States on our country page.

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