The Escape

By: David Baldacci

Narrated by: Ron McLarty

Length: 9 hrs and 41 mins

Publisher's summary

David Baldacci is one of the world's most popular, widely-read storytellers.

In his blockbuster thrillers Zero Day and The Forgotten, readers met John Puller. A combat veteran and special agent with the U.S. Army, Puller is the man they call to investigate the toughest crimes facing the nation.

But all his training, all his experience, all his skills will not prepare him for his newest case, one that will force him to hunt down the most formidable and brilliant prey he has ever tracked: his own brother.

The Escape

It's a prison unlike any other. Military discipline rules. Its security systems are unmatched. None of its prisoners dream of escaping. They know it's impossible.

Until now.

John Puller's older brother, Robert, was convicted of treason and national security crimes. His inexplicable escape from prison makes him the most wanted criminal in the country. Some in the government believe that John Puller represents their best chance at capturing Robert alive, and so Puller takes on the burden of bringing his brother in to face justice.

But Puller quickly discovers that there are others pursuing his brother, who only see Robert as a traitor and are unconcerned if he survives. Puller is in turn pushed into an uneasy, fraught partnership with another agent, who may have an agenda of her own.

They dig more deeply into the case together, and Puller finds that not only are her allegiances unclear, but that there are troubling details about his brother's conviction… and that someone is out there who doesn't want the truth to ever come to light. As the nation-wide manhunt for Robert grows more urgent, Puller's masterful skills as an investigator and strength as a fighter may not be enough to save his brother - or himself.

©2014 David Baldacci (P)2014 Hachette Audio

Excellent "read."

Great pacing and character development. Twists just enough and ties to preceding works seamlessly. Good narration with nice, unobtrusive sound effects.

Outstanding!

Great story amd great narration! This is a book I would listen to again. I hope there's another John Puller book coming soon.

The Escape

I couldn't put this book down. The twist and turns were great.

Loved it!

The Escape

I enjoyed this mystery. Reader can like the characters. I'm looking forward to reading more Baldacci novels.

More Puller please

Really enjoyed this story and being on another adventure with John Puller! Can't wait to start the next book with John Puller in it!

Best Audio Book by Far

What made the experience of listening to The Escape the most enjoyable?

The descriptions given as the plot unfolds.

Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?

This is a very exciting story. The car chase keeps you guessing.

Have you listened to any of Ron McLarty’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

No.

Any additional comments?

Had to listen until the end. I couldn't put it down.

Another great Baldacci story.

As a die hard Baldacci fan, the story, as usual, is excellent. My only criticism is the narrator(s) sounded a bit 'too Southern twangy'.

Great book

Couldn't wait to get back to this book. the narrative was great I will read more from this author

Good Read. Keeps you locked In

Story line was excellent. Narrative of The Men In the plot was good. The females okay. Would recommend to purchase.

awesome

Baldalchi never disappoints. I look forward to a new series. well worth the read. end