The Hike

By: Landon Beach

Narrated by: Scott Brick

Length: 11 hrs and 43 mins

Publisher's summary

A stand-alone crime thriller in the Great Lakes Saga

"Buckle up. It's Breaking Bad meets The Godfather...and the battle for Detroit is about to begin. Intense!" (Ryan Steck, The Real Book Spy)

Brad Cranston is having a normal Friday afternoon in Shelter Harbor, Michigan when he receives a desperate call from his brother, who disappeared six years ago. Conrad’s message is clear: head south, bring a boat, do not involve the police, and there is a load of money involved - click.

After enlisting the service of rookie Private Investigator Allison Shannon - a retired master diver who is haunted by her own demons - the two start to realize that Conrad Cranston has become much more than a lost hiker.

Meanwhile, FBI Special Agent Patrick Bruno has just been relocated to the Motor City to help bring down the Detroit Mafia, better known as “The Association.” What Patrick does not know, however, is that Detroit’s young new Godfather, Don Ciro Russo, has been targeted for assassination - an event that would turn the criminal organization upside down. And, a long-time confidential informant may be orchestrating the transfer of power.

As Patrick attempts to learn the truth, his path crosses with an unlikely pair: Brad Cranston and Allison Shannon. The search narrows, and the answers may lie on a small island in Lake Erie nicknamed “the Key West of the north.” However, unimaginable terror could await them on the island and in the depths offshore.

For they are about to learn that justice and discovery still come at a price.

If you are a fan of Don Winslow, Lee Child, Breaking Bad, or The Godfather, you've come to the right place.

©2021 Landon Beach (P)2021 Landon Beach

Critic reviews

"Buckle up. It's Breaking Bad meets The Godfather...and the battle for Detroit is about to begin. Intense!" (Ryan Steck, The Real Book Spy)

This series just gets better with every title.

Great story and performance. Loved this story, definitely a few twists and turns. Mr. Beach just gets better and better, I wish this series could go on and on.

Great read.

I really enjoyed this book just like I enjoyed the rest of the series. However, I felt like there were too many different points of view and not as much character development as the other books in this series.

Multilayered and exciting!

I am a big fan of Landon Beach’s books. The research he does in order to provide us with a wonderful story is truly apparent. The details provided and woven into this story about the mafia and also his description of the struggle of addiction were incredibly compelling, as well as the effects of grief and how it can push people to dark places in life. You won’t be disappointed! I appreciate never feeling let down!

Really enjoyed

I am new to Landon Beach and I have enjoyed each story. Love Scott Bricks narrations of each. On to the next in the Saga

Superbly written & performed crime thriller

The Hike is the fourth superbly written novel in the Great Lakes Saga by extremely talented author Landon Beach. Although it can be experienced as a stand-alone crime thriller, I recommend all previous entries into this captivating and truly entertaining series.

This is the longest and the most ambitious story from Mr. Beach and is one of his best yet. Lifelike characters, vivid descriptions, a fast moving plot and intense action will keep you on the edge of your seat for the entire duration of this highly entertaining audio production.

What’s already a gripping adventure on paper is made even better as an audiobook, with industry legend, award-winning narrator and respected actor Scott Brick returning once again to this series and delivering another top-notch performance, The Hike is a blast to listen to from beginning to end.

Scott is one of the best at his job and that’s obvious from the way he approaches this narrative. You will feel each emotion and will imagine in your mind's eye every situation.

The Hike consolidates Landon Beach as a household name in the crime action genre and I am really excited to see what’s next from him! I am recommending this novel with enthusiasm to anyone and everyone who previously enjoyed The Godfather, The Sopranos or Breaking Bad.

Great story line!

A fast pace, did not want to put it down kind of book. i’m ready to read the next Landon Beach book.

Good writer, great narrator, but mental whiplash

My first read/listen of this author. Excellent writer, descriptive. Scott Brick never disappoints, but I got hopelessly lost in the middle with an overwhelming number of mini flashbacks. I could see what the author was trying to do but I got so lost that for a while I confused Brad with Conrad. Still not sure which one taught in Hawaii in one background flashback. The problem might just be me and the way I process information. I did think it was good to tackle Detroit mafia.

This book is far better than the previous one!

I finished this book and was going to be done with this series until I heard the final title, "The Bay". I will purchase that book when it becomes available, but unless it's better than this book, I will be returning it for a refund!!!

It's sad,this book series started out so well!!! Book 3 was a one star simply because I couldn't rate it less than a one star. This book gives us the premise that there's an Appalachian Trail hike (especially, given the title) that will be prominent within... I assure you, dear reader, what content that is inside referring to the A.T. is disappointing!!!

Nevertheless, having bought all in this series, and having read each one that has been produced by 22 June 2022... I will still recommend you buy these!

Bill

AMAZING!

WOW, NOT MUCH MORE TO SAY THAN OTHERS, EXCEPT THAT MR. BEACH HAS REALLY UPPED HIS GAME WITH THIS LATEST BOOK!!!! I ALMOST EXCLUSIVELY READ ESPIONAGE AND ACTION THRILLERS, MY AUDIBLE LIBRARY CONTAINING CLOSE TO A THOUSAND TITLES. I CAN HONESTLY SAY THAT THIS BOOK RANKS HIGH UP, JUST UNDER AUTHORS LIKE VINCE FLYNN, TOM WOOD AND MARK GREANEY! THE ONLY "COMPLAINT " I CAN THINK OF IS THE NAMES OF ALL THE MAFIA CREW GOT A LITTLE CONFUSING FOR ME, KEEPING THEM ALL STRAIGHT IN MY MIND. IT'S NOT A HUGE DEAL TO ME AND I DEF WON'T TAKE A STAR OFF. I GIVE THIS BOOK A VERY SOLID 5 STARS AND MIGHT GIVE MORE IF I COULD!

Great read

Well done. Will definitely check out his other works. This book is in a series, but stands alone nicely.