The Edge
By David Baldacci
- Release Date: 2023-11-14
- Genre: Mysteries & Thrillers
Description
The 6:20 Man is back, dropped by his handlers into a small coastal town in Maine to solve the murder of a CIA agent who knew America’s dirtiest secrets—can Travis Devine uncover the truth before his time runs out?
When CIA operative Jenny Silkwell is murdered in rural Maine, government officials have immediate concerns over national security. Her laptop and phone were full of state secrets that, in the wrong hands, endanger the lives of countless operatives. In need of someone who can solve the murder quickly and retrieve the missing information, the U.S. government knows just the chameleon they can call on.
Ex-Army Ranger Travis Devine spent his time in the military preparing to take on any scenario, followed by his short-lived business career chasing shadows in the deepest halls of power, so his analytical mind makes him particularly well-suited for complex, high-stakes tasks. Taking down the world’s largest financial conspiracy proved his value, and in comparison, this case looks straightforward. Except small towns hold secrets and Devine finds himself an outsider again.
Devine must ingratiate himself with locals who have trusted each other their whole lives, and who distrust outsiders just as much. Dak, Jenny’s brother, who’s working to revitalize the town. Earl, the retired lobsterman who found Jenny’s body. And Alex, Jenny’s sister with a dark past of her own. As Devine gets to know the residents of Putnam, Maine, answers seem to appear and then transform into more questions. There’s a long history of secrets and those who will stop at nothing to keep them from being exposed. Leaving Devine with no idea who he can trust... and who wants him dead.
Reviews
Another Baldacci page turner!
5By jazzmanjohnI couldn’t put this one down once I started it. This book had many twists and turns and definitely kept my attention. It was one of those books where you felt you were “in it” so to speak. I’d like for Alex and Travis to meet up again in another story and for the girl on the train to make another appearance.The Edge
3By AilsacraigscoStory was good. It lacked the usual depth of characters and story. Struggled to finish itThe Edge
5By wadenofSuperb, once again. Great plot with lots of excitement.Excellent
5By Mr. StingBest read all year!Good …
3By roslynagathaGood story, but a little too “soapy” at timesHoly Heck!!!!
5By TDaleTMore twists and turns than a mountain road!!!! You and Travis think you have it figured out and then…..more intrigue and misdirection. Keeps you turning pages till the end. A lot of murders and shocks.The Edge
5By BahamasfanA fast paced thriller with numerous twists and turns. Could not put it down!Twisty Turny
5By JanistasiaEvery time I read these stories I see the scenes, I smell the ocean, I could swear I feel raindrops on me. The climaxes are page turners, you can’t read fast enough to see what going to happen,,,, I thought one person was the villain, and it turns out to be someone you would never suspect. Absolutely love this author and his stories, never a let downAnonymous
4By Mtoto MwemaStarted slow,but for some reason I could not put it down, It ended up being captivating and I could not put it down until the end!! awesome story!!Fun read
3By Torettos Hot Rod HeavenNot bad for a follow up. I really enjoyed the first book of the series and looked forward to this one. Overall I enjoyed it but not as much as the first. Interested to see where he takes the next one.