Praise & Reviews
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"Robinson shines best at creating and developing realistic, believable characters and playing them against each other like a master puppeteer." - Palmetto Review
Tropical Lies
“Tropical Lies” is the best courtroom drama who-dunnit I’ve read since Michael Connelly’s early “Lincoln Lawyer” novels."
- Robert Westbrook "Admittedly, I'm an inveterate trial/mystery book junkie. And I can almost always predict whodunnit and/or the outcome of the trial. Author Robinson threw in a curve this time, but no spoilers allowed here!" - Chaps "Excellent who done it. Took the book on a recent trip and could not put it down. Wonderful settings and intriguing plot! Waiting for the next chapter in Pancho's life". - FL tropical deception"Robinson capitalizes skillfully on his intimate knowledge of legal system in this brilliant fourth installment in A Pancho McMartin Legal Thriller series that gets the brilliant McMartin drawn into high-profile political corruption after he agrees to represent a murder suspect. With almost $200 million at stake in a real estate development plan in Kauai, the attorney Peter Roosevelt is an immediate threat to the investment partners. When Roosevelt is found murdered, the police is quick to zero on in the wealthy businessman Wayson Takei whose gun is used for the murder. Pancho McMartin, Honolulu’s top criminal defense attorney, agrees to represent Takei unaware of the dangerous conspiracy behind the murder.
Robinson skillfully interweaves the legal dilemmas into the intricate, multilayered plot, his writing is assured, and plotting tight. The parallel narrative which flips back and forth between Pancho’s progress on the case and the background movements of an array of suspicious characters is vital to the way in which Robinson makes McMartin’s case. Robinson’s meticulous, fascinatingly detailed working of the justice system, his deeply realized characterization, and the overwhelming sense he conveys of being present in middle of the ongoing drama, make sure the reader stays invested throughout. Robinson has delivered a multifaceted, satisfying story, steeped in law and real estate fraud. This is a brilliantly satisfying legal thriller."
-BookView Review "This time around, Pancho McMartin has taken Wayson Takei as a client, a man accused of murdering his neighbor Peter Roosevelt. As he dives into the evidence, with the invaluable assistance of his private investigator, new secretary, and medical examiner lover, Pancho quickly comes to realize this is far from an open and shut case. Tropical Deception is an exciting murder mystery that will have readers on the edge of their seats."
—Jessica Tingling, San Francisco Book Review "A well-executed crime drama... easily digestible entertainment and artfully crafted suspense... a generous measure of action, and an enjoyably brisk pace. This is a legal thriller with an intriguing political dimension."
—Kirkus Reviews "Captivating writing... the book remained full of suspense... an excellent read for those who enjoy legal thrillers."
—OnlineBookClub "Combining the tension of a murder mystery with the procedural drama of a legal thriller, along with a colorful cast of suspects, this novel is a quick and enticing read. The story is laced with tempting red herrings, cleverly penned language, and a deftly crafted plot. For those readers seeking an immersive escape with a healthy dose of tropical swagger, Robinson makes it hard to stop reading."
—Self-Publishing Review, ★★★★½ "Tropical Deception's mercurial tale of subterfuge and justice will delight prior Pancho fans (who will relish this fourth book in the series) and newcomers, who need have no prior familiarity with Pancho's approaches to his work to enjoy this latest thriller."
—Midwest Book Review Rex, the Kid, the Whore, the Witch, and the Scientist"I love novels that manage to address serious themes with humor, novels along the lines of Ken Kesey’s One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest or Tom Robbins’s Even Cowgirls Get the Blues. Readers familiar with David Robinson’s novels have come to appreciate the quick pace, entertaining prose, and clever plots. You’ll find all those elements in his latest novel, Rex, the Kid, the Whore, the Witch, and the Scientist, but he has also managed to blend serious themes of loss with quirky characters and hilarious dialogue. The novel has Russian spies, but it isn’t just another spy novel. It has high-tech gadgetry, but it isn’t just another tech thriller. If you like formula fiction, you may want to skip this novel. But if you’re a thoughtful reader who likes novels that reach higher, novels that can have you laughing and weeping while desperately turning pages to see what happens next, then you’ll love Rex, the Kid, the Whore, the Witch, and the Scientist."
-William Greenleaf, author of Bloodright, The Tartarus Incident, and other novels "Witty, funny, and extremely original. This book will take you on a crazy ride filled with adventure, sex, tequila, and intrigue. The author has a deliciously cynical sense of humor that permeates this unique novel. Strap in and enjoy!"
-Kevin G. Chapman, author of Lethal Voyage, winner of the 2021 Kindle Book Award for best mystery/thriller. Conga Line on the AmazonDavid Myles Robinson was eight years old when he first got hooked on travel. Since then, he’s seen most of the world—all its continents plus, he laments, “far too many places where travel is now off-limits.”After a lifetime of visiting near and far, in heat and in cold, in comfort and in danger, Robinson has put it all together now in this unique collection of the varied travel adventures he’s found—and the lessons he’s learned from them. A Fellini-esque view of the Amazon, a Mercedes caravan to Istanbul, Jane Goodall's amazing chimps—just part of a travel trunk full of experiences guaranteed to keep you seesawing from “Boy, I'd love to do that" to “Sure glad it was him, not me.”In Conga Line on the Amazon, Robinson brings to his first travel book the same gift for intriguing narrative and sharp characterization that has won praise for his six highly successful novels. Some of his tales may be for the strong of heart, but they’re all for the reader with a yen to be entertained by one intrepid man’s adventures and misadventures exploring the strange and wonderful world we live in.
Son of SaigonFinalist: New Mexico-Arizona Book Awards
2019 New Mexico/Arizona Book Award Finalist TopShelf Book Award Nominee Hank and Norm were living the good life: two friends with plenty of money, homes in a lovely California retirement town, and no problems—except for the boredom that felt almost fatal. Then Mai came into the picture, the love of Hank’s life during his CIA days in Saigon, desperately needing his help to save the son he’d never known he had. Boredom was over, as Hank and Norm hit the road, following the few clues Mai could give them in search of a man who desperately wants not to be found. What they find is a slew of lies and hidden truths, strange characters, improbable danger that has them fighting to survive, and the happy lesson that their lives are far from over. "A character-driven story with a powerful premise, Son of Saigon is thrilling, packed with twists and turns that readers won't see coming.The storytelling is stellar and the entertaining qualities of the narrative are first class -- from the cinematic writing, the tight plot, the compelling characters to the realism that permeates the plot... The author weaves stunning realism into the narrative and asks relevant existential questions like: What happens when we are unable to do what we used to do? Themes of love, adventure, friendship, and dealing with old age are beautifully explored in this narrative."
- Divine Zape for Readers' Favorite "Robinson has written a clean and sharp novel that artfully touches on countless interesting themes, without the story ever feeling rushed or overstuffed with ideas. The dialogue is believable and funny, particularly betweenHank and Norm, but the light-heartedness is perfectly balanced with suspense, mystery and serious dramatic moments. A well-rounded work of character-driven fiction, Son of Saigon will surprise and inspire in a satisfying mixture of action and drama."
- Self Publishing Review Tropical DoubtsWinner: Bronze Medal in the National Readers' Favorites Book Awards, Fiction-Mystery-Legal
Tropical Doubts is a mystery and courtroom case all in one. Pancho McMartin is a criminal defense attorney in Hawaii. After losing several cases in a row, he comes upon a case that is very close to home. His good friend Manny’s wife, Gisele, is in a coma after an attempted surgery goes bad. Manny and Gisele are like second parents to Pancho, which really makes the case an important one for him. While trying to determine if there is a possibility of malpractice, one of Gisele’s doctors dies. Pancho teams up with his best friend, Drew, and retired Medical Examiner Padma to get down to the bottom of things. Should the doctors have put Gisele under the knife, or was there something in her medical history that would say otherwise? "The first thing I noticed about the way the author wrote is the easy flow of the story. The book was written with an easy island energy that you only get from laying on the beach and soaking in the sun. Several times in the book Pancho and Drew would head to the beach and watch the sunset. The disbursement of Hawaiian-island details really gave this book a warm feeling, and had it been set on the mainland, I think the book would have had a completely different feel to it. All of the characters were well thought out and very realistic. The relationship between Pancho and Drew was very brotherly yet comical. And the relationship between Pancho and Padma really grew into a special one throughout the story. I enjoyed the bit of romance thrown into the mix. It didn’t overpower the storyline but was just enough to take away from the seriousness of the case they were working. The other characters included the doctors, the doctors’ lawyers, and of course Manny and Gisele. Although there were a lot of characters, the author wrote the story in such a way that the reader would not become confused. For example, he stated which lawyer belonged to which doctor several times so as to not confuse the reader. I appreciated this in the writing. Overall, this book was one that I found very enjoyable to read. All of the questions and loose ends were tied up in the end. I also did not realize that there are two other Tropical books in the series. I’m sure I’ll be picking those up very soon. All the stars to this book!"
Reviewed by Kristi Elizabeth - San Francisco Book Review The Pinochet Plot"Robinson’s shocking page-turner elaborately weaves historical figures and events into a mind-blowing whodunit that will leave readers on the edge of their seats. Interspersed throughout the mystery are informative details that round out the historical fiction work. The plethora of detail and fascinating storyline will have booklovers eager to read this work again and again."
- San Francisco Book Review "Robinson conjures a complex skein of diverse plot threads; his novel is part crime drama and part political thriller..." - Kirkus Review "This book had me from the beginning. I loved that the plot wove in historical events from a time I knew little about. I have read all of David's books and found each of them unique and so well written." - John Whitaker Tropical Judgments"I just loved this fast paced mystery which takes place in one of my favorite places!"
- E. Conners "I waited 3 weeks to receive this book and it was well worth it. I happened upon Robinson's earlier novel Tropical Lies and fell in love with the main character, Pancho McMartin, and the wonderful descriptions of Hawaii, its culture and people." - DEC "The book flows so well, the characters are great and it kept my attention right up to the last minute trying to guess and hope that justice would be served. This is the first book I have read by David Myles Robinson and it won't be my last." - Donna Maguire |
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Unplayable Lie
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"Intriguing plot line. Author is obviously a golfer, with great descriptions of competitive play, but non-golfers will be captivated, as well."
- ES "Unplayable Lie is a riveting story involving a talented golfer's introduction to his sport, rise to success, friendships gained and lost, and lessons learned along the way." - Kevin L. Freeman |