Long Road to Mercy
By David Baldacci
- Release Date: 2018-11-13
- Genre: Mysteries & Thrillers
Description
Introducing a remarkable new character from #1 New York Times bestselling writer David Baldacci: Atlee Pine, an FBI agent with special skills assigned to the remote wilds of the southwestern United States who must confront a new threat . . . and an old nightmare.
Eeny, meeny, miny, moe. Catch a tiger by its toe.
It's seared into Atlee Pine's memory: the kidnapper's chilling rhyme as he chose between six-year-old Atlee and her twin sister, Mercy. Mercy was taken. Atlee was spared.
She never saw Mercy again.
Three decades after that terrifying night, Atlee Pine works for the FBI. She's the lone agent assigned to the Shattered Rock, Arizona resident agency, which is responsible for protecting the Grand Canyon.
So when one of the Grand Canyon's mules is found stabbed to death at the bottom of the canyon-and its rider missing-Pine is called in to investigate. It soon seems clear the lost tourist had something more clandestine than sightseeing in mind. But just as Pine begins to put together clues pointing to a terrifying plot, she's abruptly called off the case.
If she disobeys direct orders by continuing to search for the missing man, it will mean the end of her career. But unless Pine keeps working the case and discovers the truth, it could spell the very end of democracy in America as we know it...
"Love it!" --Lisa Gardner"Atlee Pine is unforgettable." --James Patterson
"David Baldacci's best yet." --Lisa Scottoline
"Heart-poundingly suspenseful." --Scott Turow
"A stunning debut." --Douglas Preston
"A perfect blend of action, secrets, and conspiracies." --Steve Berry
"Baldacci is at the top of his game." --Kathy Reichs
Reviews
One of the best books I’ve read.
5By AlantheBritThere is not to like in this book, makes for a riveting read. I hope there’s a lot more books with Atlee Pine as the lead character.Slow Start - Ends Fast
4By Bob3618Says it all….Long Road To Mercy
5By Neet#1Baldacci never ceases to amaze and delight me, his mastery of storytelling is unmatched once again in the Atlee Pine series. No negatives just praise for one of my all time writers. Thank you David!,Not captivating plot
3By ManzanaguyStoryline was too far fetched. Ending was disappointing!!Great story, strong cast
5By PantPixie03Detailed character development and settings along with a fast paced story make this an entertaining read. I look forward to continuing to read the Atlee Pine series.Completely Unbelievable
2By KidsnappleThis was a completely unreasonable plot and unbelievable ending. For a David Baldicci book this was a complete fantasy of a plot. Great reading but the plot and sending was a big let downI found a new heroine
5By CBJ SocialI’m looking forward to book 2 in this seriesInteresting, action packed Grand Canyon mystery
3By tlw01I enjoy Attlee Pine & Carol Blume characters …Long Road to Mercy
3By HalsterxRated 3/5 stars. Very interesting characters. Lots of unexpected twists and turns in the plot. Unfortunately, one of the hokiest drama thriller plots I’ve ever read. Hal RLong Road to Mercy
3By grannychaI read it to the end. Hard for me to follow. Did not like the ending.Easy read
4By Joci1727Reminded me of the written version of a handful of crime television shows. Easy to read - more than one story line which keeps you entertained and engaged.Great book!
4By suzannehjFun read with great femaLE LEADSVery entertaining
4By and investment advisorFast paced and entertaining. Good character development but I would say The plot is a little bit far-fetched, which really didn’t bother me. I would definitely recommend the book.A must read
5By AB😃What a great read! From the first page am hooked and couldn’t stop reading. Thank you.Sophomoric
1By Tbmiller421I’ve read two of Baldacci’s efforts now and I find them sophomoric. His works are poorly, almost histrionically, overwritten. Thinly developed characters rotely solve major world crisis against sophisticated and overpowering adversaries. Yeah, sure, it happens every day. There are better writers in this genre to focus on.Terrible. Obvious.
1By Great. bookSimpleWorst Badachi Book
1By SorryIReadThisThere wasn’t anything I liked about this book. It was too far fetched and his new character, Atlee Pine, was made to be a cross between Rambo and Mitch Rapp. It doesn’t work. The plot was unbelievable and bordered on stupid nonsense. I have read every Baldacci book and this is the first one that I feel is not worth reading.So tediously written
1By kathymccarthy02Like a small child trying to hold your attention by relaying a mountain of irrelevant detail. Had to pitch it at chapter 23 for a more adult book.Not my favorite
2By MadilucDid not like this book or the characters. Started strong but got boring very quickly. Appeared to be a rush to complete book to go along with the current political climate. That is not why I dislike it, I just didn’t find the characters believable. Example; Nobody is getting beat within an inch of their life and carrying a large man on their shoulders the next day a dead one at that.
