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The Innocent: A Novel

Written by: David Baldacci
Narrated by: Ron McLarty, Orlagh Cassidy
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 From a #1 New York Times bestselling author, America's best hitman must rescue a teenage runaway and investigate her parents' murder.

It begins with a hit gone wrong. Robie is dispatched to eliminate a target unusually close to home in Washington, D.C. But something about this mission doesn't seem right to Robie, and he does the unthinkable—he refuses to pull the trigger. Now, Robie becomes a target himself and is on the run.

Fleeing the scene, Robie crosses paths with a fourteen-year-old runaway from a foster home. But she isn't an ordinary runaway—her parents were murdered, and her own life is in danger. Against his professional training, Robie rescues her and finds he can't walk away. He needs to help her.

The more Robie learns about the girl, the more he's convinced she is at the center of a vast cover-up, one that involves unimaginable levels of power.

Now, Robie may have to step out of the shadows in order to save this girl's life...and perhaps his own.
 Espionage International Mystery & Crime Mystery Spies & Politics Suspense Thriller & Suspense Military Fiction Thriller

What the critics say

"[A] spectacular entry into the hardcore action-adventure world...a tour de force of storytelling power and grace. Baldacci at his best, which is as good as it gets."—Providence Sunday Journal
"This is another great novel by a brilliant writer. Baldacci catches you from the very first page and grabs your attention until the last word. Read it."—Lincoln Journal Star (NE)
"Another action tale of espionage and betrayal from a master storyteller. Baldacci brings his unusual, distinctive skill in character development to portray people who seem very real, with a degree of unpredictability that advances this very clever plot."—The Free-Lance Star
"This book is a definite one-day, 'edge-of-your-chair' read, with an ending that is a complete surprise. One of the best Baldacci's since Absolute Power, this is one that will have all suspense readers enthralled."—Suspense Magazine
"The Innocent is Baldacci at his absolute best...Baldacci provides the reader a non-stop pulse pounding ride that will keep you on the edge of your seat into the wee hours of the morning...Five Stars."—Examiner.com
"David Baldacci is still at the top of his game...He is a meticulous writer who blasts his plot into a million pieces yet is able to pull it back together before the final page is turned. [He] continutes to impress."—The Huffington Post
"The spine-chilling action begins on the first page and doesn't let up until the last...The Innocent is not just a scary read; this is heart-stopping stuff!"—BookReporter.com
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I thought this was an overall good read. The storyline was a bit convoluted at times, but enjoyable nonetheless. I will definitely try another book by this author. I liked the two voice narration as well. Sound effects caught me off guard.

All round good fun

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Great story and even better narration by both the performers. Now I want to binge on Will Robie.

Great

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The characters were well done and the story line left you guessing. highly recommend this book!

Good read

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This book had it all! It was so engaging and kept me listening in almost one sitting! I didn't get much housework done because all I wanted to do was listen to the book. It was an easy quick read! Can't wait to dig in to the next book

Fantastic read

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This is a Captivating book and story.
The audio quality is nice with the different voices.

Captivating book

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