marydawnschuck's review against another edition
3.0
I usually really like David Baldacci's books, and I did like this one, but it wasn't up to his usual standards. I'll look forward to his next book and hope that this one was a fluke.
llcooljabe's review against another edition
2.0
Highly highly predictable. Not one of baldacci's better books. In fact rather poor.
berls's review against another edition
4.0
3.5 stars
This was not my favorite (I did enjoy it though!) -- probably doesn't help that it's coming after what is likely to be my ABSOLUTE FAVORITE for the series forever -- but the pacing was slower and let's face it, Robie is an assassin, not a detective. So when he has to wear his detective hat he doesn't do as well. I mean, as a frequent reader of mysteries I seemed to pick up on more than he did (not that I would at any time consider myself a detective lol).
That said, I did enjoy getting to know a bit about Robie's past and a greater understanding of how he came to this point in his life. And while I did pick up on a lot, I didn't see the ending coming. The resolution was a shocking and a bit heartbreaking for me (I'd say more, but I think it would teeter too close to being a spoiler). I continue to really enjoy seeing Robie and Real together and I'm hoping we'll see them because an actual couple in future books.
Continuing to love the audio performances - I find this style of narration where one narrator does all the male voices and another does all the female voices to be a real treat.
This was not my favorite (I did enjoy it though!) -- probably doesn't help that it's coming after what is likely to be my ABSOLUTE FAVORITE for the series forever -- but the pacing was slower and let's face it, Robie is an assassin, not a detective. So when he has to wear his detective hat he doesn't do as well. I mean, as a frequent reader of mysteries I seemed to pick up on more than he did (not that I would at any time consider myself a detective lol).
That said, I did enjoy getting to know a bit about Robie's past and a greater understanding of how he came to this point in his life. And while I did pick up on a lot, I didn't see the ending coming. The resolution was a shocking and a bit heartbreaking for me (I'd say more, but I think it would teeter too close to being a spoiler). I continue to really enjoy seeing Robie and Real together and I'm hoping we'll see them because an actual couple in future books.
Continuing to love the audio performances - I find this style of narration where one narrator does all the male voices and another does all the female voices to be a real treat.
kayeness's review against another edition
3.0
Decent thriller with engaging mystery. The story is the kind of macho gun-slinging thing I'm not that into.
dustin_o's review
adventurous
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
suzannedix's review against another edition
3.0
A goof way to pass a 14 hour drive. An interesting audio production with two narrators and sound effects. The story was puzzling and keep you guessing.
mainemommie's review against another edition
2.0
Meh. Not my cup of tea but will admit that I didn't see the twist coming. I guessed wrong. Recommended by my father in law. I can see why it appeals to 70+ year old men.
tjmcq's review against another edition
5.0
Listened to audiobook. Great book. Had me guessing until the end.
bookworm84's review
4.0
This book had a slow start but I really ended up enjoying this one. It's not my favourite of the series but definitely worth the read.
wvteach's review against another edition
4.0
Interesting family tangles which made this more realistic for me!