A Gambling Man by David Baldacci (English) Paperback Book

Description: A Gambling Man by David Baldacci "Aloysius Archer travels to 1950s California to apprentice with a legendary private eye and former FBI agent but immediately finds himself involved in a scandal"-- FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Aloysius Archer, the straight-talking World War II veteran fresh out of prison, returns in this riveting #1 New York Times bestselling thriller from David Baldacci. The 1950s are on the horizon, and Archer is in dire need of a fresh start after a nearly fatal detour in Poca City. So Archer hops on a bus and begins the long journey out west to California, where rumor has it there is money to be made if youre hard-working, lucky, criminal--or all three. Along the way, Archer stops in Reno, where a stroke of fortune delivers him a wad of cash and an eye-popping blood-red 1939 Delahaye convertible--plus a companion for the final leg of the journey, an aspiring actress named Liberty Callahan who is planning to try her luck in Hollywood. But when the two arrive in Bay Town, California, Archer quickly discovers that the hordes of people who flocked there seeking fame and fortune landed in a false paradise that instead caters to their worst addictions and fears. Archers first stop is a P.I. office where he is hoping to apprentice with a legendary private eye and former FBI agent named Willie Dash. He lands the job, and immediately finds himself in the thick of a potential scandal: a blackmail case involving a wealthy well-connected politician running for mayor that soon spins into something even more sinister. As bodies begin falling, Archer and Dash must infiltrate the world of brothels, gambling dens, drug operations, and long-hidden secrets, descending into the rotten bones of a corrupt town that is selling itself as the promised land--but might actually be the road to perdition, and Archers final resting place. Author Biography DAVID BALDACCI is a global #1 bestselling author, and one of the worlds favorite storytellers. His books are published in over forty-five languages and in more than eighty countries, with 150 million copies sold worldwide. His works have been adapted for both feature film and television. David Baldacci is also the cofounder, along with his wife, of the Wish You Well Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting literacy efforts across America. Still a resident of his native Virginia, he invites you to visit him at DavidBaldacci.com and his foundation at WishYouWellFoundation.org. Review "A master storyteller."--People"Baldacci delivers, every time!"--Lisa Scottoline, New York Times bestselling author"David Baldacci is a master storyteller."--Associated Press"David Baldacci is one of the all-time best thriller authors."--Lisa Gardner, #1 New York Times bestselling author"Good stuff from a master. Cant wait for another."--Florida Times-Union"In Archer, Baldacci has plumbed post-war time and place. His storys personality is framed by Archers snappy dialogue [and] infused with just the right amount of suspense to keep you glued to the narrative."--Jerseys Best"A Gambling Man is delicious crime noir with fascinating historical data thrown in to keep the story interesting . . . Archer is one of todays standout fictional characters, and you are missing out if you dont jump into this terrific series at the beginning."--Bookreporter.com"Fans of Baldacci should go all in for A Gambling Man. This spicy novel deals out a hand of brothels, gambling dens, drug operations, and government corruption--all a sure bet for a rollicking good time."--New York Journal of Books"David Baldacci is no stranger to hitting literary home runs, but his second book to feature World War II veteran turned avenging angel Aloysius Archer, A Gambling Man, is a flat-out grand slam . . . Few authors are able to frame period pieces for a contemporary sensibility, but Baldacci proves more than up to the task in fashioning a tale thats as close to perfect as a thriller can get."--Providence Sunday Journal"A Gambling Man moves at a steady clip, as Baldaccis plot pays homage to private eye novels by Raymond Chandler and Ross Macdonald. Archer is a well-drawn character, a man of his times who tries to overcome his past and embrace new attitudes. Liberty is no damsel in distress but is a strong woman who knows how to protect herself and isnt fooled by any man, rising above clichés that may surround showgirls . . . A return to Archer and Liberty will be welcomed."--South Florida Sun-Sentinel"Baldacci . . . definitely is onto something with Archer. Hes a very interesting guy, in a rough-and-tumble way, and Baldacci renders Archers postwar world with the kind of vivid detail that catches a readers eye . . . Readers new to the series will definitely want to catch up on what theyve missed."--Booklist"Baldacci establishes bona fides for this historical mystery with great delicacy, deftly navigating the cliché minefield and giving his readers a sense of the milieu without drowning them in minutiae. He delivers a cracking good suspense novel in the process."--BookPage"With drugs, gambling, brothels, murders and more, for historical crime fans, this ones got it all."--CNN Underscored Review Quote "David Baldacci is one of the all-time best thriller authors." -- Lisa Gardner, #1 New York Times bestselling author Details ISBN1538719681 Author David Baldacci Publisher Grand Central Publishing Series An Archer Novel Language English Year 2021 ISBN-10 1538719681 ISBN-13 9781538719688 Format Paperback Publication Date 2021-09-28 Imprint Grand Central Publishing Country of Publication United States AU Release Date 2021-09-28 NZ Release Date 2021-09-28 US Release Date 2021-09-28 UK Release Date 2021-09-28 Pages 480 DEWEY 813.54 Series Number 2 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 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