: McGee is famously wary of modern consumer culture and environmental destruction, often taking "retirement" in installments between jobs. Plot Overview
: He is described as a tall, tanned, and sandy-haired man with pale gray eyes. He is often noted as a U.S. Army veteran of the Korean War. Travis McGee 01 - The Deep Blue Good-By
Originally published in 1964, is the debut novel in John D. MacDonald’s iconic series featuring Travis McGee. The book establishes the blueprint for the next 20 entries in the series, introducing a "salvage consultant" who lives on a custom houseboat, the Busted Flush , won in a poker game. Character Profile: Travis McGee : McGee is famously wary of modern consumer
: The narrative follows Allen’s evolution from a thief into a serial rapist and murderer. McGee must use his savvy, guile, and physical prowess to track Allen down and recover the stolen fortune. Legacy and Style Army veteran of the Korean War
The series is credited with pioneering the "Florida Noir" genre, influencing later authors like Carl Hiaasen and Elmore Leonard. Each book in the Travis McGee series features a color in the title, a tradition that began with this novel. Readers often praise the series for MacDonald's sharp social commentary and the blend of hard-boiled action with introspective character development.
In this first outing, McGee is approached by Cathy Kerr, a woman whose father—a deceased WWII veteran—had hidden a valuable treasure he brought back from the war.