David Baldacci's First Family is a thriller with non-stop action, lots of suspense, and a run-around-in-circles-till-you-figure-it-out mystery in the middle of everything.
When the First Lady's niece, Willa, is kidnapped on her 12th birthday, former Secret Service agents Sean King and Michelle Maxwell are asked to find her, even if they no longer serve in an official capacity. And in doing so, they unravel a secret that's been kept for 13 years, a secret that threatens to tumble the presidency into complete chaos. Figures that those who seek power will do just about anything to get it, and keep it. Regardless of who gets hurt in the process.
First Family was a very quick read, and it was good. It kept my attention, and all the details fit. The big secret wasn't completely obvious, neither was it totally obscured. And it wasn't the only mystery, either. If I say more, I'll be spilling, & I hate spoilers. If you just have to know, email me. =)
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Title: First Family
Author: David Baldacci
ISBN-10: 0-446-53975-9
ISBN-13: 978-0-446-53975-3
Paperback (ARC): 468 pages
Publisher: Grand Central Publishing, 2009
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13 comments:
Hi Drey Sounds like a great book. I tend to read in series tho. Have you read anything else of the author and if yes how did you like those books? By the way great review. Take care and have a wonderful day. I must sleep now LOL. Later Gator.
Robert.
I'm a David Baldacci fan, so I'm looking forward to this one.
Hi bermudaonion,
I am trying to get a feel for the authors books as a series. You said that you are a fan so could you please tell me why you like his books.
Thanks much have a great day.wheels209@verizon.net
Hey wheels! I haven't read any of his other books, so unfortunately I can't speak to those...
I really like Baldacci. I have read many boks of his and he never bores or disappoints me. They are always action-packed.
Thanks Lilly that really helps me out a lot. I will put him on my tbr list. Have a great night.
wheels209.
Oh wow. You really know how to leave a girl hanging, you know that?!? Now I'm going to have to check this out just to find out the secret. :)
Wonderful review, Drey. I have read most of DB's books. Is this coming out soon? I haven't seen anything about it. Are you doing a giveaway? Like any of us need more TBR books but..... :D
Sorry, Penny! If you do want to know more, I'll email it to ya! =)
Bingo - First Family will come out in April. And yes, I'll have a giveaway for it... So, make sure you're here! =P
Lucky You for getting to read this already; great review.
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Hi Drey I think a DB giveaway sounds like a great idea. I like reading about Jack Bauer types running around in Washington. Er....maybe I have it confused with Kitty Goes to Washington. LOL!!!
Later Gator,
Robert
I'm looking forward to reading this one.
I like my books to be fast-paced-I usually read them in one sitting if they are-it's been a while since I've had one like that.
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