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David Baldacci is one of the most effortlessly accomplished novelists in the crime and thriller field at work today, and his new book,The Sixth Man, is one of his most engaging outings, representing some of his best work. His long-term protagonists, private investigators Sean King and Michelle Maxwell, are confronted with a considerable challenge when serial killer Edgar Roy is apprehended and incarcerated in a psychiatric unit. The King/Maxwell duo are called in by the supposed murderer’s lawyer (who has known Sean King for years) to check the details of the case. But things take a nasty turn very early on – even as Sean and Michelle are en route to meet the lawyer, the latter is killed – and it the duo who discover his corpse. Multiple problems begin to present themselves: is Edgar Roy really the psychopathic monster he is supposed to be? But their investigation, far from unveiling the truth, begins to throw up ever more insurmountable obstacles, with every new lead turning into a dead end. And as things become ever more tricky, even the unshakable loyalty between Sean and Michelle is to be tested to the limit.
The Sixth Man represents Baldacci on cracking form, with all the customary elements firmly in place. He author has long produced some of the most assured and accomplished thrillers being written in the USA, and recent books have gleaned him a great many new readers. This latest book is perhaps less innovative in terms of plotting and character development than we are used to, but it is none the worse for that. --Barry Forshaw --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.
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"A complex puzzle . . . Baldacci is a master craftsman."-- Associated Press on The Sixth Man
--This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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25 of 27 people found the following review helpful
Format:Kindle Edition
All the elements of a good Baldacci novel are present in THE SIXTH MAN but somehow they just don't come together quite as well as in some of his previous books. There is the usual secret service goings on and their questionable actions which leave you wondering who is in the right and who's on who's side. The two main characters Sean King and Michelle Maxwell are both ex-secret service who share a common link that draws them together and sparks romance. Working as PIs they are hired to help in the defence case of a serial killer. When his attorney is murdered they uncover some alarming facts and find themselves against mysterious and far superior forces. The writing is sharp, the action gritty and the story interesting as we follow the couple on their journey which makes this an enjoyable read. It just lacked a little bit of suspense in the way that it was revealed. Still one I would recommend as un-complicated and fun read.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I have read most of Baldacci's works now, and , apart from 'Hell's Corner' this is a cracking read. I was new to the King/Maxwell partnership when I was given this to read on holiday. It is a well worn cliche, but I really could not put this one down!
As a standalone book it is very good, but as part of a series it rounds it off perfectly (I hope that there are further outings for this pair) and would recommend it.
As a standalone book it is very good, but as part of a series it rounds it off perfectly (I hope that there are further outings for this pair) and would recommend it.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
For those that like Harlen Coben, Baldacci is in the same exciting vein. A great plot which keeps you guessing until the end, so much so it's difficult to fit work in when you've reached your destination but not the end of a "chapter".
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The sixth man
I always enjoy a Baldacci book, I like the two main caracters maxwell & King, his books are well written and it is hard to put them down, good story lines & so believable, very... Read more
Published 16 days ago by Mon
A Superb Story-Weaver
I like the books of David Baldacci he is a superb story-weaver and one of the most naturally gifted writers in the action thriller, crime genres. Read more
Published 19 days ago by John H Glen
Another Good Book from the Baldacci stable..
This is another very good book from the Baldacci "stable" with prologue that gets you straight out of the starting blocks wanting to read more. Read more
Published 1 month ago by MikeGk
Slow and boring
This is the first David Baldacci book I've read and it will probably be my last. I found it slow and boring and the characters and plot totally unbelievable. Read more
Published 1 month ago by E Ivanic
A good Baldacci book
I enjoy reading David Baldacci novels. They aren't what I would call an 'easy read' they usually have an intricate storyline, sometimes requiring flicking back a few times to check... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Sarah Bennett
Yet Another Great Read
I have read all David Baldacci novels and found this one to be just as good as all the others which preceeded it. A very pacy novel which keeps you reading from start to finish. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Bluethunder
Disappointing
THE SIXTH MAN:Having read a few of David Baldacci's books I can not help but think that having started with couple of very good thrillers, like Absolute Power, his most recent... Read more
Published 1 month ago by P5FOT
MARVELLOUS BOOK!!!
The plot of this book was just about the two private investigators, Sean King and Michelle Maxwell who used to be in Secret Service field in common from Virginia and went up to... Read more
Published 2 months ago by philo
Mcdonalds Fiction?
I found this a bit like a McDonalds meal - I really enjoyed it at the time, but afterwards I couldn't really be sure why. Read more
Published 2 months ago by skywalker12
My first David Baldacci book - a disappointment
This is the first book I have read by this author. Having struggled to get hooked on the story I gave up when I was half way through. Read more
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