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The Last Mile

Written by: David Baldacci
Narrated by: Kyf Brewer, Orlagh Cassidy
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Publisher's Summary

In his number-one New York Times best-seller Memory Man, David Baldacci introduced the extraordinary detective Amos Decker-the man who can forget nothing. Now, Decker returns in a spectacular new thriller...

THE LAST MILE

Convicted murderer Melvin Mars is counting down the last hours before his execution--for the violent killing of his parents twenty years earlier--when he's granted an unexpected reprieve. Another man has confessed to the crime.

Amos Decker, newly hired on an FBI special task force, takes an interest in Mars's case after discovering the striking similarities to his own life: Both men were talented football players with promising careers cut short by tragedy. Both men's families were brutally murdered. And in both cases, another suspect came forward, years after the killing, to confess to the crime. A suspect who may or may not have been telling the truth.

The confession has the potential to make Melvin Mars--guilty or not--a free man. Who wants Mars out of prison? And why now?

But when a member of Decker's team disappears, it becomes clear that something much larger--and more sinister--than just one convicted criminal's life hangs in the balance. Decker will need all of his extraordinary brainpower to stop an innocent man from being executed.

©2016 David Baldacci (P)2016 Hachette Audio

What the critics say

"David Baldacci's latest thriller is not only highly relevant, it is also well timed. And the details seem so real that it's hard not to wonder if the author is an insider; the tone is that authentic. An absolute page-turner, King and Maxwell is Baldacci at the pinnacle of his game." (BookReporter.com)

"Its pace is relentless, and Baldacci's reworking of his perennial theme - absolute power corrupts absolutely - gives the book a sense of urgency and cultural relevance that many thrillers lack." (Richmond Times-Dispatch on The Hit)

"One of the most compelling characters in David Baldacci's thrillers is John Puller, a crackerjack investigator of military crimes...Twists and turns come fast and furious in the best Baldacci tradition. The Escape is much more than a thriller. It's a moving tale of two military brothers and their father, a retired Army general and fighting legend now suffering from dementia. Emotionally intense, The Escape is Baldacci's best to date." (Associated Press)

"Brilliant use of language...vivid supporting characters and numerous sudden and unexpected plot twists...[Baldacci] doesn't let the action sag at any point...In [Chung-Cha], Mr. Baldacci has created one of his most memorable characters." (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette on The Target)

"There’s nothing routine in this solid whodunit - just striking performances from superb narrators." (AudioFile)

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Second novel

I very much enjoyed this book, it’s my second novel from this author, second of many!! And the narrators put a spin on it that I fully connected with. Enjoyed very much the whole experience!!

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Good story overall. Narration was very good.

The story was good. Held my interest non-stop. Some language issues, but got past them.

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Love this Author!

I have now read several of David's novels and have enjoyed every single one. This was no exception. The story keeps you interested and as always, the characters are so well developed I feel like I know them. If you enjoy this genre then purchase this book, I highly doubt you will be disappointed!

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Spellbinding!

what a brilliant story teller. I'm hooked for the series. Amos Decker and his brilliant mind.

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Twists and Turns to the end

Amos Decker returns with his remarkabke memory in tact. The story is gripping and keeps you wanting more. Beautiful ending!

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Good read(listen)

Another great novel by Baldacci. Performance was great too. Not going to ding a point but my only issue was Decker’s voice. Not as heavy as the last book. On to the next one…

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The Late Mile was fantastic

Great story telling to keep you engaged and on the edge of your seat. The reader is taken on a story of ups and downs and curves you’re not expecting.

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the last mile

many twists and turns and very well written. great story and tough to put down

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TYPICAL BALDACCI

If you can put this down you're stronger than me. I was hooked up the start.

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fantastic !!

I just love these books . The story line kept me intrigued and sometimes I laughed out loud ! 💚

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