The Forgotten

By: David Baldacci

Narrated by: Ron McLarty, Orlagh Cassidy

Length: 12 hrs and 30 mins

Publisher's summary

In Paradise, nothing is what it seems....

Army Special Agent John Puller is the best there is. A combat veteran, Puller is the man the U.S. Army relies on to investigate the toughest crimes facing the nation. Now he has a new case - but this time, the crime is personal: His aunt has been found dead in Paradise, Florida.

A picture-perfect town on Florida's Gulf Coast, Paradise thrives on the wealthy tourists and retirees drawn to its gorgeous weather and beaches. The local police have ruled his aunt's death an unfortunate, tragic accident. But just before she died, she mailed a letter to Puller's father, telling him that beneath its beautiful veneer, Paradise is not all it seems to be.

What Puller finds convinces him that his aunt's death was no accident… and that the palm trees and sandy beaches of Paradise may hide a conspiracy so shocking that some will go to unthinkable lengths to make sure the truth is never revealed.

©2012 David Baldacci (P)2012 Hachette Audio

Loved this one

What did you love best about The Forgotten?

This story about modern-day slavery is quite timely, even in 2017. The author has used his talents to educate all of us.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes, and I didn't get to sleep very early.

Loved it!

The two readers were excellent. The story was a great read --- an edge of the chair gripper, with just the right balance of humor and warmth. I hope that there will be many more John Puller Jr (and AWOL) books ---- please?!?

A good day

I love spending the day listening to Baldacci's
Genius. I play it on my iPhone as I do my daily
Routine. Cleaning and laundry become a little
More fun, when you are enthralled in his stories.
Thank you for a productive and entertaining afternoon.

We must not Forget

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes, well written and important topic.

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

The will of the individual seeking his sister.

What aspect of Ron McLarty and Orlagh Cassidy ’s performance would you have changed?

I wish she were more vocally versatile.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

No, just interested.

Listened in one long sitting!!

If you could sum up The Forgotten in three words, what would they be?

Puller once again gets himself tied up in a situation that seems impossible to find a way out of alive.

What other book might you compare The Forgotten to and why?

The first of the John Puller series.

What does Ron McLarty and Orlagh Cassidy bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Intense suspense, and a vivid feeling of exactly what these characters should sound like.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I couldn't stop listening... It's 4am, and now I can finally sleep!

Baldacci has done it again

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Great book! Grabs your attention from the first word to the last.

What did you like best about this story?

Twists and turns

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

John Puller

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

yes

A thrilling Read.

Where does The Forgotten rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

In my top 25.

What other book might you compare The Forgotten to and why?

Baldacci has written some other sterling books.

What about Ron McLarty and Orlagh Cassidy ’s performance did you like?

I am used to their voices. They add to the build up.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

The big question.

Hooked in immediately

Would you listen to The Forgotten again? Why?

I don't know if I would listen to the entire book again, but I certainly enjoyed it the first time

What did you like best about this story?

I liked the morality concerns, the surprises and the ending

Loved this Baldacci

It's always good when good triumphs over evil. This book had an interesting conglomeration of heroes and heroines and it kept my interest till the last word. I only let myself listen when I walk, so I logged a lot of miles finishing this book!!!!

So EXCITING! I LOVED THIS BOOK!

This was a different kind of book for me but it turned out I loved every minute of it! Very suspenseful, thrilling & action packed. The main character is a man’s man & also an appealing man to women because of his integrity, selflessness & compassion. I love John Puller! What a guy! Also, the character called Meko was amazing. Ladies, give this book a listen. They don’t make men like this anymore (if they ever did). I think men would really enjoy all the fighting & action that takes place. Lots of hand to hand & gun fights. Lots a cat & mouse. This book was not what I was expecting in a really good way. I hope there are sequels featuring John Puller. I would listen to them all.