Busting Vegas (Abridged): A True Story of Monumental Excess, Sex, Love, Violence, and Beating the Odds Audiobook

" Interesting follow-up to Bringing Down the House. It was a very similar story, with different card tricks and more casinos... "

" This should have been a very short story, but it was an interesting book. This is the story about how a group of MIT students found a way to beat casinos at Blackjack and went around the world doing it. "

" Definately not as good as Bringing Down the House. It was much the same story, without the pull of the other. "

" This book was given to my husband by his brother. My husband didn't even get a change to finish the book before I took it over- it is that good. Suprisingly so. It's about the MIT students that found a way to bet the odds in Black Jack. Even if you are not into gamling, you will like this book. "

" simply astounding what this group from MIT was able to accomplish from studying mannerisms and memorizing sequences of cards "

" Having read Bringing Down the House first, this one was decent, but not nearly as good... "

" Certainly this is not a literary masterpiece, but the subject matter is definitely captivating. "Busting Vegas" is an interesting glimpse into how a handful of MIT students managed to beat the casino system and at the same time revealed how corrupt gambling can be. Basically, you are not allowed to win big, no matter where you play. "

" I loved Bringing Down the House, but couldn't even get halfway in this book. It seemed too similar yet I didn't like the characters in this book as much as I did in BDTH. "

" good drama and excitement...thats pretty much the jist of it. good mindless reading--unless you want to learn how to manipulate card techniques, then it takes a different turn altogether. however, not absolutely necessary. "

" Very similar to Bringing Down the House, but this one has more likable characters, especially the main dude Semyon, a little more action, and just overall a better story. Not to mention the system they use is pretty awesome and ingenious. Anyway, an easy, fun read, especially if you like gambling. "

" Maybe one star is a bit harsh, but then 2 stars is also a little generous. I can't really think of anything positive to say about this book so I'll leave it at that. "

" another book about blackjack by ben mezrich. I enjoyed reading it. Story of an MIT blackjack team that took counting cards to the next level, actually they're not counting cards but using 3 new techniques that earn them millions, but how long will it last? "

" REad another book,Bringing Down the HOuse. Liked this one more. An attempt to "Out" Vegas. NOt really interested in going to Vegas EVER, but enjoyed both as quick reads, hard to put down...fun "

" Since Dan worked for semyon, this makes lots of sense!, "

" I really enjoy this book, its interesting and keeps your attention. You don't have to know anything about gambling either! Although...I am like 75% done and there hasn't been ANY sex yet, which is something the book claims in the title! Jeez. "

" 3rd book of Mezrich that I have read and it is as good as Bringing Down the House, except it happened to come second and will thus not be considered as good. Fun, cool and exciting story. "

" Just like Bringing down the House it is a fast easy fun read about beating Vegas. The people in this one utilize a different system than in the other book, but it is very similar. I read the two separated by a few months, so it wasn't so repetitive. But still a very entertaining read. "

" Interesting book about how to break the Vegas Casinos. Story left a little to be desired, but was an ok read. Little too much violence for my taste and gambling isn't really my thing so I didn't get the whole obsession with constantly betting and winning or loosing big. "

" If you are heading to Vegas on a plane, this is a quick and fun read to get you ready. "

" Interesting story very much like Bringing Down the House, but with the students using a different technique than card counting. The writing style kept me engage, but only "just". It is intriguing that this is non-fiction. "

" Great story of the MIT kids that learned how to beat the system. Great for the gambling enthusiast. "

" Another great book by Mezrich. Different from bringing down the house, but still the same idea. Good read, but after reading BDTH, no other blackjack book will compare. "

" What an amazing story...not about card counting as depicted in the movie 21 but of other techniques the elite MIT team used to beat blackjack...its so amazing that this is a true story. "

" if you know Ben writing style you can expect a very well crafted story that seems way to wild to be non fiction. "

" A great story - interesting and fascinating - a true page turner. "

" I was surprised at how un-boring this book is...I'm very left-brained and very un-good at numbers, so reading a book that's essentially - well - numbers, was about as uninviting of a prospect as regular Pepsi.I liked the story, but hated the movie. "

" Excellent Book! I highly recommend it! "

" A fast-paced story about six MIT geniuses who legally beat Vegas's largest casinos out of more than $3 million in less than two years. I am not a big fan of gambling, but I still enjoyed this book. I'd recommend it highly for people who love math! "