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Book Synopsis: One gambler is a manic former cokehead with an Ivy League degree. The second is a college dropout trying to make a living at the only thing he enjoyed at school – gambling. The third, one of Vegas's most respected bookmakers, is perilously close to burning out. The Odds follows the lives of these three professional gamblers through a college basketball season in a one-of-a-kind city struggling to reconcile its lawless past with its family-friendly makeover. With a wiseguy attitude and a faultless eye and ear for the sights and sounds of Vegas and its denizens, Chad Millman has created a portrait that the Wall Street Journal called "fascinating. . . often screamingly funny." The Las Vegas Review-Journal had just one word for the book: "Superb."
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Step into the high-stakes world of Las Vegas gambling with "The Odds: One Season, Three Gamblers, and the Death of Their Las Vegas Book" - a gripping tale that will leave you on the edge of your seat! Immerse yourself in the lives of three professional gamblers as they navigate the unpredictable world of college basketball and test their luck against the odds. This electrifying book by Chad Millman captures the essence of Sin City like no other, with its wiseguy attitude, fascinating characters, and humor that will have you laughing out loud.
Experience the thrill of the casino floor as you follow the stories of each gambler. From the manic former cokehead with an Ivy League degree to the college dropout who found his calling in gambling, and the respected bookmaker on the verge of burnout - their lives intertwine in ways you never saw coming. Millman's faultless eye and ear for the sights and sounds of Las Vegas will transport you straight into the heart of the action, making you feel like you're right there alongside the characters.
"The Odds" has received rave reviews from both readers and critics alike. The Wall Street Journal hailed it as "fascinating...often screamingly funny," while the Las Vegas Review-Journal simply described it as "superb." Don't miss out on this must-read book that takes you behind the glitz and glamour of Las Vegas and into the lives of those who make their living on the roll of the dice.
If you're ready to embark on an exhilarating journey through the world of professional gambling, grab your copy of "The Odds" today and join these captivating characters as they risk it all for the ultimate payoff. Click here to purchase now and experience the thrill of Sin City from the comfort of your own home.
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