First Family

By: David Baldacci

Narrated by: Ron McLarty

Length: 14 hrs and 31 mins

Publisher's summary

When she turned the page and her gaze flickered over the date on top, it was as though the lightning outside had somehow grounded right into her. A billion volts of pain, a shriek of anguish you could actually see and feel as it pierced her.

Camp David, USA. A birthday party turns into a nightmare when a child is snatched after the celebrations. The first lady enlists the services of Sean King and Michelle Maxwell to bring the child home safely. But she and King share a past. Years ago he saved her then-senator husband from political disaster. And this may not be all that passed between them. With Michelle still battling her own demons, the two are pushed to the limit, with forces aligned on all sides against them - and the line between friend and foe impossible to define...or defend.

©2009 David Baldacci (P)2009 Hachette

Bring back Scott Brick

Any additional comments?

Please bring back Scott Brick to perform. At least if the story line is lacking, we have his character performance to brighten it up.

Good story

It was slow going at first but by chapter4 it started to explain things and then it made sense. I enjoy this series and will be buying the next book.

Nice twists and turns.

Started reading the book but I got busy. Because the story line was interesting I didn't want to just leave in a middle. I started the audio from the beginning and it was well worth it. The suspense keeps growing and growing. I enjoyed every minute.

Great thrilling story

I really do love the way the story leaves you hanging until the very end!

Narrator

This book took a little bit to settle into only because they have a different story teller. Maybe it’s just me but I hate when they do that in a series. Other than that the book was great!!

Great story

Enjoyed it. Couldn’t wait to get to the end. Wrapped it up nicely but the ending could have been a bit more exciting.

Excellent story

Once again, another David Balducci story using king and Maxwell as the main characters, and so many great things you know happen in the story. Then the plot was really really interesting very complex. Sam was the bad guy, but he was kind of like a good guy trying to get vindication for their daughter that was hurt and forgotten,, the best thing for Sam was that he died because they probably would’ve arrested him and I think he got away with it. As always King and Maxwell were great but I’m glad that they finally hooked up. It was also very sweet to see them. Keep Gabriel. And just so you know the part where the first lady burns down the house really pissed me off I was so upset. But it did get a happy ending and I was happy for it.

Great Story

Kept me my interest though out. Narration was well done. Maxwell and King complement each other.

Outstanding as always

Once I started listening to First Family it was almost impossible to put down. I had listened to the whole book in less than two days!! I have listened to every David Baldacci title available through Audible.com. I have enjoyed each and every one. First Family holds it's place with the others!! I highly recommend this book for anyone who enjoys a good suspense novel!!

OK not great

Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not?

No

What do you think your next listen will be?

Sixth Man

Which character – as performed by Ron McLarty – was your favorite?

Sean King

Did First Family inspire you to do anything?

No - the story was not believable

Any additional comments?

I like the King and Maxwell series - this was was not up to the level of the others in the series.