Travis Mcgee 01 - The Deep Blue Good-by ✦ Real & Legit

McGee is not a traditional private investigator; he is an "adventurer" and "philosopher" based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

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 Travis McGee 01 - The Deep Blue Good-By

: He recovers items or money stolen from people who have no legal recourse. His fee is strictly 50% of the recovered value plus expenses. McGee is not a traditional private investigator; he