Hold Tight

By: Harlan Coben

Narrated by: Scott Brick

Length: 12 hrs

Publisher's summary

Mike held his son's hand and told him to "hold tight", and he could feel the little hand dig into his. But the crush got bigger, and the little hand slipped from his - and Mike felt that horrible panic, as if a wave hit them at the beach and it was washing his baby out with the tide.

The separation lasted only a few seconds, 10 at the most, but Mike would never forget the spike in his blood and the terror of those brief few moments.

Tia and Mike Baye never imagined they'd become the type of overprotective parents who spy on their kids. But their 16-year-old son, Adam, has been unusually distant lately, and after the suicide of his classmate, Spencer Hill - the latest in a string of issues at school - they can't help but worry. They install a sophisticated spy program on Adam's computer, and within days they are jolted by a message from an unknown correspondent addressed to their son: "Just stay quiet and all safe."

Meanwhile, browsing through an online memorial for Spencer put together by his classmates, Betsy Hill is struck by a photo that appears to have been taken on the night of her son's death...and he wasn't alone. She thinks it is Adam Baye standing just outside the camera's range, but when Adam goes missing, it soon becomes clear that something deep and sinister has infected their community.

For Tia and Mike Baye, the question they must answer is this: When it comes to your kids, is it possible to know too much?

©2008 Harlan Coban (P)2008 Brilliance Audio

Critic reviews

"Parents will find this compulsive page-turner from Edgar-winner Coben...particularly unnerving." ( Publishers Weekly)

GREAT READ

Definitely worth the credit, this is a great book from start to finish and another damn fine job by Scott Brick. Definitely a must have.

Twisty twisty end

This story is good, but harsh and I really didn’t see the end coming. Another good tale by this author!

Another great book from Harlan Corbin

I have only recently stumbled upon Mr. Corbin’s books - but I have not listen to one yet that I didn’t enjoy a ton! Even when I have it all figured out - turns out I don’t!

If you want a good easy book to listen to, I highly recommend any book written by this author!

performer's voice is distracting

i find the continuous patterns of melodic speech and emphasis on unimportant words due to placement 3/4..da da DA da da DA da da da DA... difficult to listen. I really try to avoid this performer, but like the author. I was able to finish a wonderful story, but still hear the da da DA, da da DA, da da da DA in my head.

good book

held my interest from the beginning. well narrated, highly recommend. I enjoy Harlan Coben books

Connection’s

A puzzle of unconnected piece’s that only come together after you are not able to put the book down.

Loved it

Loved it, had me guess everything all the way til the end. Would highly recommend.

USE THE CREDIT!

HARLAN COBEN and SCOTT BRICK!!!
Coben’s writing is never mundane. He always produces a page-turner and this is one of them.
Brick takes it to the highest level.

Non Stop Listen!

This is my 1st Coben book and wow I couldnt stop listening. The title is perfect as you hold tight as the story unfolds. 5 stars for sure!

Not one dull moment!

This was my first book I have experienced that is written by Coben and I will definitely be listening to others written by him.

The characters really come to life and the experience of listening to this book is as good as (if not better than) a watching a movie!

The story is fresh, suspenseful, interesting, and very realistic.

Scott Brick, as always, does a flawless job narrating!