Last Man Standing

By: David Baldacci

Narrated by: Jason Culp

Length: 22 hrs and 8 mins

Publisher's summary

It took 10 seconds for Web London to lose everything: his friends, his team, his reputation. Point man of the FBI's super-elite Hostage Rescue Team, Web roared into a blind alley toward a drug-dealer's lair only to meet a high-tech, custom-designed ambush that killed everyone around him.

Now coping with the blame-filled words of anguished widows and the suspicions of colleagues, Web tries to put his life back together with the help of his psychiatrist, Dr. Claire Daniels. To do so he must discover why he was the one man who lived through the ambush - and find the only other person who came out of that alley alive...a 10-year-old boy who has since disappeared.

Web's search leads him from inner-city Washington, DC, to the rolling hills of Virginia horse country - while people connected to him are violently silenced. Acting on his instincts, Web believes he knows where the killer will strike next. Only this time, he may not survive the attack.

Last Man Standing is an explosive psychological thriller about a man desperate to find answers - from the secret terrors he has kept from himself to his unbearable guilt. His fight to save himself and those he cares for will come at a high cost...and threaten everything he has grown to believe in.

©2001 Columbus Rose, Ltd., All Rights Reserved (P)2001 Time Warner AudioBooks

Critic reviews

"Impressive...immensely interesting...Baldacci's most accomplished thriller." ( Publishers Weekly)
"Has the essential elements of a terrific novel: a tough but tender-hearted hero, dirty dealings in the nation's bureaucracy, and a roller-coaster plot." (Amazon.com)

dont give up

The middle is slow, but dont give up on it. It is worth it.

Speed, Surprise and Violence of Action

Web London was someone who would never betray his country. The mission had been approved and seven men were sent out to bring down a drug operation. The undercover FBI agent, Randall Cove, had provided the information to Buck Winters. who was the head of HRT, Hostage Rescue Team. The mission turned out to be a glorified dope house raid, remote control ambush. A laser beam device, controlled by someone nearby, pressed a remote button, and the firing began. Six men died and one man survived, Web London. Web survived because he stood frozen and could not move. Therefore, Web did not attempt to enter the building. Web was eventually able to move and shot out every window with a machine gun firing. However, he was thought of as a traitor and until proven otherwise, the other member's of HRT refused to associate with him except Ramano, the head of Hotel Team and Percy Bates, Web's mentor.

The book, Last Man Standing, was a great listen. There was action, suspense and edge of your seat listen from start to finish. Yes, I wanted to listen to the book all in one sitting but it was too long. The character's were so well developed that it was as if I knew them. The narrator, Jason Culp, did and excellent job. I knew them by their voice. The intonations were appropriate. Jason Culp brought, Last Man Standing, alive. I've listened to many of David Baldacci's books and Last Man Standing, was as good or better than the others. I'll definitely continue to listen to his books. I hope that those who enjoy this genre of book, purchase this one. Your credit will not be wasted.

Not what you would expect

I was actually surprised a bit by the twists.
The music at the end was obtrusive, but thankfully only lasted a minute.

Good book

Swears a lot more then his newer books! Good storie though. Reader did a great job!

not my favorite Baldacci novel

enjoyed it but it was not at all realistic. just didn't meet my expectations from this author.

ldctp

Interesting slow building, to the conclusion. I recommend this book, it keep your interest to the end.

Thrill ride to the finish!!!

Thoroughly enjoyed this novel. Read at a perfect pace. Made my daily commute (on the SI Ferry) an absolute pleasure.
Action, surprises, twists and very strong character development. Highly recommended.

Fantastic

Baldacci novels never disappoint!!! Another very well written story that keeps you on the edge of your seat. Appreciate the enjoyment of a book that can't be finished in a couple of days that is not filled with boring details but filled with never ending suspense that you can't wait to turn the next page. Would be awesome to have a sequel to see where our main characters go with the next phase of their lives!!!!

Horrible Ending!

Great story. Horrible and disappointing ending. It’s kind of like the author threw in the towel.

Decent but drones on

This isn't Baldacci's best work. It's almost like he was trying too hard to make London likable. It honestly could have been condensed and made a little better. I liked it, but didn't love it. 3 stars.