Wrecked

An IQ Novel

By: Joe Ide

Narrated by: Sullivan Jones

Length: 10 hrs and 52 mins

Publisher's summary

Isaiah Quintabe - IQ for short - has never been more successful or felt more alone. A series of high-profile wins in his hometown of East Long Beach have made him so notorious that he can hardly go to the corner store without being recognized. Dodson, once his sidekick, is now his full-fledged partner, hell-bent on giving IQ's PI business some real legitimacy: a Facebook page and IQ's promise to stop accepting Christmas sweaters and carpet cleanings in exchange for PI services.

So when a young painter approaches IQ for help tracking down her missing mother, it's not just the case Isaiah's looking for but the human connection. And when his new confidant turns out to be connected to a dangerous paramilitary operation, IQ falls victim to a threat even a genius can't see coming.

Waiting for Isaiah around every corner is Seb, the Oxford-educated African gangster who was responsible for the death of his brother, Marcus. Only this time, Isaiah's not alone. Joined by a new love interest and his familiar band of accomplices, IQ is back - and the adventures are better than ever.

©2018 Joe Ide (P)2018 Hachette Audio

Critic reviews

"With writing so sharp you may cut your fingers on the pages, Joe Ide's latest IQ novel, Wrecked, is outrageous and laugh-out-loud funny, a page-turner with devastating observations about the dangers of state-sanctioned violence and its consequences. The characters are unforgettable, none more so than IQ himself. Like in the previous books, IQ's tender intelligence and his tight moral compass are what make this series so stirring...and touching." (Attica Locke, Edgar Award-winning author of Bluebird, Bluebird)

"The hip-hop generation's answer to Sherlock Holmes returns fast and furious in the third installment of Ide's celebrated series.... Ide's penchant for colorful characters, droll banter, and whackadoodle set pieces is aided by a growing command of narrative dynamics. And Isaiah Quintabe remains an engaging, fascinating protagonist.... There's a harder, darker edge to the violence that gives this ripsnorting follow-up a rueful yet resonant aftertaste, perhaps in anticipation of more unsettling jolts in the hero's future." (Kirkus)

"Once again, Ide brilliantly combines caper-style comedy with real-world violence and more than a dollop of complex human relationships, the kind that too often lead to mess and muddle rather than happily-ever-aftering. If you haven't discovered this series yet, remedial action is required immediately." (Booklist, starred review)

Best narrator on audible

As usual, the writing is smart and so funny, and the narrator is outstanding. Favorite series on audible.

Wishing for more for the main character. ..

Narration is good. I am looking forward to the next book. Hoping Isaiah improves his communication skills with the next leading lady!

Great story, great series

Love this series, great characters, good drama, and nice mix of humor. This book showcases all those attributes.

4

I enjoyed this book. It was different from my favorite British genre :-) I wonder what a British reader would think of it? And what's not to like- modern California, guns, Abu Grabid, a 20 year old mystery, lots of hidden cash, bad guys and good, the very interesting private eye. I like a man who THINKS.

I like a little more revenge...

Overall this was another enjoyable book in the IQ series, I didn’t have a problem finishing it because the characters are so interesting and the dialogue between the main characters is witty and fun.

I'm in love with Isaiah Quintabe!

Well, actually I'm too old to be in love with the young IQ, but he is the most intriguing character I've encountered in a book series in awhile. IQ is an entirely appealing #TorturedHero who always looks out for the #Underdog. Wrecked (like the first two books in the IQ series) is #Suspenseful and #Gritty, and Joe Ide has created a #Quirky though #Gritty cast of characters that I hope to see in future installments. #tagsgiving #sweepstakes

Amazing Series

Looking forward to the next 3 books. This series is phenomenal.

The narrator does an amazing job throughout.

Isaiah

I have always loved Isaiah, I enjoyed seeing him experience emotion, its a different side of him..

10 out of 10

Amazing as always, enjoyed every minute. Ide & Jones are master's, imprinting each character on your soul.

Mr. Ide’s best yet!

Really enjoyed this book in IQ series. I love the author’s development of characters — everyone has layers and a backstory, like on “The Voice”! I also really love this narrator — he is excellent! You don’t have to read other books in the series to follow; a brief recap (without spoilers) is provided in each book. Keep ‘em coming!