The Target

By: David Baldacci

Narrated by: Ron McLarty, Orlagh Cassidy

Length: 12 hrs and 51 mins

Publisher's summary

The president knows it's a perilous, high-risk assignment. If he gives the order, he has the opportunity to take down a global menace, once and for all. If the mission fails, he would face certain impeachment, and the threats against the nation would multiply. So the president turns to the one team that can pull off the impossible: Will Robie and his partner, Jessica Reel.

Together, Robie and Reel's talents as assassins are unmatched. But there are some in power who don't trust the pair. They doubt their willingness to follow orders. And they will do anything to see that the two assassins succeed, but that they do not survive.

As they prepare for their mission, Reel faces a personal crisis that could well lead old enemies right to her doorstep, resurrecting the ghosts of her earlier life and bringing stark danger to all those close to her. And all the while, Robie and Reel are stalked by a new adversary: an unknown and unlikely assassin, a woman who has trained her entire life to kill, and who has her own list of targets - a list that includes Will Robie and Jessica Reel.

©2014 David Baldacci (P)2014 Hachette Audio

Critic reviews

"This book is a definite one-day, 'edge-of-your-chair' read, with an ending that is a complete surprise. One of the best Baldacci's since Absolute Power, this is one that will have all suspense readers enthralled." ( Suspense Magazineon The Innocent)

" The Innocent is Baldacci at his absolute best.... Baldacci provides the reader a non-stop pulse pounding ride that will keep you on the edge of your seat into the wee hours of the morning.... Five Stars." (Examiner.com)

"Another fast-paced page turner that will keep you glued to the couch...by an author who continues to standout in the increasingly crowded thriller field." (Examiner.com on The Forgotten)

Exceptional Story

Really enjoyed this book. It took some twists and turns, and was a really great read.

Love this series!!

The storyline kept me never wanting to turn off the audiobook. The special effect sounds were amazing. I cried like a baby at the end. I already downloaded the next book!!

great!

David does it again. Every book I've listened to by this author, and these narrators has been amazing!

ONE OF MY FAVORITES

The Target was an excellent book by David Baldacci. David has become one of my favorite authors, especially when it comes to stories that continue in a series of books. I love the way he details everything, and his visual explanation is some of the best that I've seen. I put his books at the top of my list along with John Grisham, and will continue to buy his books. I highly recommend the Will Robie series.

Nail biter!

At the very beginning of this book, I was turned off by the southern accents. But as I got into it, I found the juxtaposition of several interwoven stories absolutely captivating. The accents were flawless, and I found myself listening to hour after hour of this book, never wanting it to be over. Without giving away the ending, I must say I was gobsmacked! Don’t miss this!!!

Impressive

Seriously, for a book to actual elevate my heart rate, for mere words to evoke emotion, or for simple statements halt my breathing, this is one damn good book. I am very impressed. This was a deep and twisty plot with more than a few plot twists. The Target was on point and thoroughly entertaining and made these characters so real, I feel as if I know them personally. Again, impressive book. Oh, and if you think this book sucked, don't bother saying so unless you have a better book in mind. I would love to read a book better than this!

great

Excellent. Listened while traveling. Hate having to stop when we have arrived at out destination.

Three teens gave it a thumbs up...

I have three teen boys who are very active. They never stop moving. I knew this book was great when they were suspended in the car trying to hear what Robie and Reel would do next. For me it was an adventure. Vacuuming became a trek through the dense forest of North Korea, making dinner was sitting in the situation room with Blue Man, the president, and Mack. The performance of this story was AWESOME! I am a huge fan of Ron and Orlagh. I would definitely recommend this book.

Treya

Great read

I enjoyed the book for the second time. I read it about 1 year ago for the first time.

great book

I really enjoyed this book. the series is well written. highly recommend all of these books