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The Escape

By: David Baldacci
Narrated by: Ron McLarty, Orlagh Cassidy
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From the Sunday Times number one bestselling author, David Baldacci, The Escape is the third title in this fast-paced, breathtaking series.

Military CID investigator, John Puller, has returned from his latest case in Florida to learn that his brother, Bobby, on death row at Leavenworth Military Prison for national security crimes, has escaped. Preliminary investigations show that he may have had help in his breakout. Now he's on the run, and in disguise, and he's the military's number one target.

John Puller has a dilemma. Which comes first, loyalty to his country or to his brother? Bobby has state secrets that certain people will literally kill for. But blood is thicker than water, and the brothers are close although even John does not know for sure what Bobby really did for the government, nor if he's even guilty of his crimes. It becomes swiftly apparent, however, that Bobby's role was powerful and far-reaching.

With the help of John's long-time friend and colleague, General Julie Carson, both brothers move closer to the truth from their opposing directions. And this case puts John Puller in a place he thought he'd never be, on the other side of the law, where even his skills as an investigator, and his strength as a fighter, might not be enough to save him. And his brother.

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Critic reviews

The page-turner of the season
Baldacci is still peerless
One of the world's biggest-selling thriller writers, Baldacci needs no introduction . . . Brilliant plotting, heart-grabbing action and characters to die for
Baldacci inhabits the skin of his creations - tripping us up with unexpected empathy and subtle identification
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What made the experience of listening to The Escape the most enjoyable?

This is a great book perfect for listening to on my way to and from work. Tense, great story with lots of twists and excitement. I just love John puller, what a character.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Escape?

When the brothers met again

Which scene did you most enjoy?

When his father recognised him

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

As above

Any additional comments?

Just get this book you will not regret it I promise you'll love it.

Loved it- nail biting clever read

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another good book by David but very involved plot, many characters and acronyms to absorb

Don't let your concentration fade

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once I started listening to this book I didn't want to stop. definitely recommend this

great

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Aside the story, that was nice if sometimes simplistic and naive, what I dislike is vices over the narrator along with explosions and such - nightmare if you listen while going to bed and your significant other has fallen to sleep only to wake up to the sounds of explosions...

Nice story - but sometimes rather... simplistic

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I anxiously commenced 'reading' this book, fearing the storyline. It was complex & complicated and now has me very keen on the next instalment!

If you have yet to be introduced to John Puller, then don't read this first, seek out the first novel and get to know him properly. If you're a fan of Jack Reacher then, John Puller is cast in a very similar mould. Less arrogant, but equally as self assured.

This was worth the wait & the follow up will again seem like a long time coming. I love that the audiobook has a male & a female narrator. You can feel the money and quality invested in the novel because of it! These two certainly compliment each other and can act out various parts really well.

A really good read. Enjoy!

Puller never fails - Neither Does Baldacci

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