Frankie And The Big Bang Theory

About the Book

This story starts and ends in Wildwood, New Jersey, and revolves around a boy named Frankie. From childhood, Frankie Merlino hatched one moneymaking scheme after another, schemes that were not always legal. Some boys dream of being a rock star, some a doctor—Frankie had a different dream altogether. As an adult, while experiencing a creative dry spell, he stumbled upon an idea of epic proportions. Watching a report on CNN, Frankie came up with a plan that he was certain would help him fulfill his dream. A plan designed to gain acceptance by and entry into the South Jersey mob. Aided by his best friend, Joey Vitolo, who is a minor functionary in the aforementioned organization, Frankie meets with the boss, Mr. Benecasa, and sells him on the project. I’ll share with you my knowledge of trade unions, the mob’s interplay in Atlantic City, and political life, along with its consequences here in New Jersey. Along the way, you will come to love two wise guys, Sal and Nino, who were dispatched by Mr. B. to convince a brilliant physicist, Dr. MacDonald, that it was in his best interest to work on the project. Dr. MacDonald, though gifted, has his own demons. He is a compulsive gambler as well as a shameless philanderer. I have often asked why God places gifted minds in defective bodies, a true paradox of life. We’ll visit Paris, Naples, Pakistan, and Rio. I’ll take you to other locations on the Jersey shore, and just maybe, I can change your perception of the Garden State. On a lighter note, how would you like to be able to smell the wonderful food at Maria’s, the restaurant where much of the planning takes place? I’ll help you visualize the largest boardwalk in the Western hemisphere. We’ll stroll down wide clean beaches, and quite possibly, I can take you back to your childhood with memories of amusement rides. This tale has a dark side however with intrigue, corruption, terrorists and . . . well for the rest, you’ll just have to read this book. By the way, if the terms “towel head” or “camel jockey” offend you, I suggest you move along to the romance section. Father Kelly

About the Author

Mr. Hoover resides on the “Jersey Shore” and for years has put up with the relentless barbs about his home state. He well understands the culture that sets New Jersey apart from the other 49 states. Preferring to lead a private life with family and friends, he avoids the limelight. He enjoys active sports and is currently writing two more novels. “I love stories with twists, intrigue and double crosses, and that figures prominently into my work, hope you enjoy Frankie and the Big Bang Theory.