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Can I Be Frank? (Father Frank Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Rob Wyatt (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 267 ratings
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This humorous novel follows Father Francis, a young, English, Catholic priest to his first parish in America. He is not sure what to expect, but certainly isn’t prepared for what he finds. As if his new role isn’t challenging enough, he struggles with everything from jalapenos to fire ants, from church politics to the language barrier.

Having unwittingly managed to alienate his parish’s main benefactor, Frank soon finds himself in hot water with his Diocese. His troubles only increase when he stumbles across suspicious goings-on deep in the Florida orange groves. Can he solve the mystery before he loses his parish…or his life?
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    Father Frank
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    296 pages
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  5. Publication date
    October 8, 2011
  6. File size
    769 KB
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About the Author

Born at the dawn of the sixties in south England, all I can remember of my formative years growing up in Canterbury, is hours dressed in cassock and cotter as a semi-professional altar boy, singing the odd solo in Canterbury Cathedral, and Latin prep.

After several jobs that ranged from barman to computer programmer, my wife and I were lured to Florida with a one year contract for me to write software, promises of backyard swimming pools and all the grapefruits we could eat, but instead were welcomed with daily thunderstorms and bugs as big as fruit scones. The one-year contract turned into a fulltime gig, and after a few years, I had gained two gorgeous children, three wacky cats, and a dubious 16 golf handicap. With our blood relatives back in Blighty, we found a new family in the local Catholic church. Over the years, I rediscovered my singing voice, such as it is, and my passion for writing.

After several more moves, we are now settled near Austin, Texas. My daily bread is courtesy of my job in IT, my golf handicap is still dubious, my singing is a distant melody, but I do still love to write...hopefully folks will enjoy the results.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B005U676W4
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 8, 2011
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 769 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 296 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 267 ratings

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Born at the dawn of the sixties in the front room of my parents house in Broxbourne, Hertfordshire, from the age of five I grew up in Canterbury, Kent. All I can remember of my formative years is hours dressed in cassock and cotter as a semi-professional altar boy, singing the odd solo in Canterbury Cathedral (and I really do mean 'odd'), and Latin prep.

After several jobs that ranged from barman to computer programmer, and after a move to Halifax in 1985, I met Jean, a Yorkshire lass, soon to be my wife. In 1989, Jean and I were lured to Florida with a one year contract to write software, promises of backyard swimming pools and all the grapefruits we could eat, but were welcomed with daily thunderstorms and bugs as big as fruit scones. The one-year contract turned into a fulltime gig, and after a few years, I had gained two gorgeous children, three wacky cats, and a dubious 16 handicap. With our blood relatives back in Blighty, we found a new family in the local Catholic church. Over the years, I rediscovered my singing voice (such as it is) and the joy of writing.

After several more moves, we are now settled near Austin, Texas. My daily bread is courtesy of my job in IT, my golf handicap is still dubious, my singing is a distant melody, but I do still love to write...hopefully folks will enjoy the results.

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Patricia
5.0 out of 5 stars Can I Be Frank?
Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2017
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This Book start's off on an airplane.with the character being a vicar,a catholic priest from England on the way to his new home in Florida.As the plane lands he finds himself in a rush of deplaning passenger's who are rude and obstructive,one that even steps on his foot and he acquired a limp to the last few yards to his terminal, anticipating his brand new home in Florida.
Father Frank finds himself in a bit of hiccup trying to get through customs when he finds out he doesn't have all his paperwork.
I find it incredibly interesting how at the beginning of every chapter begins with a verse from the bible.The narrator calling himself father frank is quite young and goes through trials and tribulations,I feel because he is so young,and lacks wisdom. Also I love how father frank continuously prays to god every time he gets himself into a jumble.I really Liked this book .it was a very good read,and entice everyone to give it a go. Can I Be Frank? (Father Frank Book 1)
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4.0 out of 5 stars Funny story
Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2023
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The story is funny, we watch Frank grow up and make friends.
It keeps bringing up vv American vs English language differences, then uses English words andv phrases when an American is speaking.
Needs a thorough edit by an American unfamiliar with English words and phrases
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5.0 out of 5 stars Amen!!!!!!
Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2023
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I absolutely loved this book! A wonderfully refreshing read! You will definitely find yourself cheering for the good guys!!!! Am all set to read the second one.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A truly enjoyable read
Reviewed in the United States on December 1, 2022
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This is a funny tale of Father Francis, or Frank as he wishes to be called. He is new in town & finds himself in one sticky situation after another.
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Joan Marsh
5.0 out of 5 stars And I'm not even Catholic
Reviewed in the United States on January 23, 2019
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I loved this book. I think i went through the full gamut of emotions while reading this. I laughed out loud, I was indignant, I felt sadness, joy, well, you get the message. Father Frank is like the rest of us. He has doubts. Unlike a lot of us, he is trying his best to resolve his. His immediate group of friends, the Vicar, the judge ,the doctor, the administrator......after many twists and turns, they all work together for the greater good. Is there an honest to goodness happy ending? Well, I guess you will have to read it to find out. Ill be starting on the second book shortly.
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SDS
4.0 out of 5 stars A Feel-Good Tale of a British Priest in America
Reviewed in the United States on August 11, 2021
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I fast-skimmed through the first several chapters of an inept British Catholic priest who moves to Florida to serve at a small town church.
However, as I got into the book, the story and it’s characters, drew me in. A lovely tale of good vs. evil and the emergence of strong faith and will overcoming big odds.
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5.0 out of 5 stars I'll be Frank
Reviewed in the United States on October 17, 2011
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This was my first read on a Kindle (on my Droid/laptop). I loved being able to pick up where I left off on different devices - which was important as I didn't want to put this down. I found myself catching a few pages on the airport tram, the taxi, during boring conference calls, etc.

The story is quite witty, and has clever, relevant biblical references to start each chapter. Its got good guys, bad guys, tension & suspense and even some budding romance. Each character was well-defined, and I felt like I knew them - enough to root for the good guy, and wish ill will on the bad.

In short, the story mixes British Culture, the Catholic Church, beer, and muscle cars in a funny and engaging way, complete with plot twists and surprises. I'll look for more titles from Wyatt.
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GMack
3.0 out of 5 stars I Expected More...
Reviewed in the United States on March 30, 2019
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I did not finish this book. It just was not at all what I expected, and not humorous like I thought it would be. I generally finish any book I start, but this one was just not worth the effort.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Very enjoyable
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 16, 2022
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Best book I've read in a long time. Loved the characters and the storyline. I'd like them as my friends. The humour had me laughing out loud many times.
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Joan
4.0 out of 5 stars Can I Be Frank
Reviewed in Canada on January 7, 2019
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This was a fun book to read with lots of interesting characters and a good plot. You were always wondering what would happen next.it was humorous light reading.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Possible Trials of the Priesthood.
Reviewed in Australia on January 27, 2017
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The book was on the "Free" list for a little while so as it looked interesting I downloaded it.
I enjoyed the whole book as the plot unfolded it kept me coming back.
Chapters are very short so it was good being able to pick up and put down at short notice as my time available demanded.
I appreciated the struggles portrayed and the continual return to "Faith" of a very human priest.
Chapter Biblical references were clever and believable.
Looking forward to any more books by Rob Wyatt.
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Miss Clarke
4.0 out of 5 stars Amusing
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 4, 2019
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An amusing story with an interesting plot, lovable characters and a nicely written text to boot. My only criticism is at times it seemed a little long-winded. Well worth a read though.
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Madeline Wright
4.0 out of 5 stars Frankly speaking
Reviewed in Australia on December 30, 2018
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I was getting annoyed with character in the first few pages but decided to press on a bit further. I'm glad I did because I ended up feeling rather fond of Frank and his friends. So much so, that I immediately bought a copy of the second book Blooming Rose.
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