One Good Deed by David Baldacci (English) Paperback Book

Description: One Good Deed by David Baldacci A gripping historical crime novel from the internationally bestselling author, David Baldacci. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Murder and family secrets, a touch of romance and deeply-felt revenge - with the twist of all twists - make up the ingredients of One Good Deed. A gripping page-turner for all those who love mystery, crime, Raymond Chandler and Agatha Christie from one of the worlds favourite thriller writers, David Baldacci.In 1949, Aloysius Archer arrives in the dusty Southern town of Poca City. He has nothing but a handful of dollars, the clothes hes wearing and an appointment with his new parole officer. After his wartime experiences in Italy and a prison sentence for a crime he didnt commit, Archer is looking for a fresh start and a peaceful life.On his first night of freedom, Archer meets local business tycoon Hank Pittleman, who promises Archer handsome compensation to work as his debt collector. Yet Archer takes on more than he bargains for, as he becomes embroiled in a long-running feud between the drought-struck towns most dangerous residents. When one of them dies, the authorities label Archer as their number one suspect.A bloody game is being played above and below the law. Everybody playing has a deeply buried secret, and Archer must uncover them all - if hes to avoid going back behind bars. Flap 1949. ALOYSIUS ARCHER, FRESH ON PAROLE, ARRIVES IN A DUSTY SOUTHERN TOWN . . . AND BECOMES SUSPECT NUMBER ONE WHEN A LOCAL BUSINESSMAN IS BRUTALLY MURDERED. He longs for freedom. After his wartime experiences in Italy and a prison sentence for a crime he didnt commit, Archer is looking for honest work and a peaceful life. She seeks revenge. On his first night in town, Archer meets the enigmatic, beautiful Jackie Tuttle, who is playing her own game to right past wrongs - by whatever means necessary. They both want justice. When Archers new employer ends up dead, he realizes this drought-stricken town is bloodier than he bargained for. In the wake of the murder, Archer and Jackie both stand to lose everything. But what is Jackie hiding from him about her past? Everybody involved has a deeply buried secret - and Archer must uncover them all if hes to avoid going back behind bars. One Good Deed represents David Baldaccis move into historical crime with a new character, ex-jailbird Aloysius Archer . . . Unsurprisingly, the talented Baldacci proves to be as adept in this new venture as he is in his contemporary-set novels Financial Times Author Biography David Baldacci is one of the worlds bestselling and favourite thriller writers. With over 130 million copies in print, his books are published in over eighty territories and forty-five languages, and have been adapted for both feature-film and television. David is also the co-founder, along with his wife, of the Wish You Well Foundation®, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting literacy efforts across the US.Trust him to take you to the action. Review One of his finest books. Great character, great story, great portrait of an era -- Bill Clinton, 42nd President of the United States of AmericaOne Good Deed represents David Baldaccis move into historical crime with a new character, ex- jailbird Aloysius Archer . . . Unsurprisingly, the talented Baldacci proves to be as adept in this new venture as he is in his contemporary-set novels * Financial Times *A fast-paced investigation with dark secrets, unexpected twists, well-drawn characters and an intriguing plot * Candis Magazine *A mile-a-minute read that proves once again why David Baldacci has readers the world over flocking for more -- Jane Harper, bestselling author of The DryAlternately chilling, poignant, and always heart-poundingly suspenseful -- Scott Turow, author of Presumed InnocentDavid Baldacci is one of the all-time best thriller authors -- Lisa Gardner, author of One Step too FarA multi-layered protagonist; a plot as deep and twisty as the setting -- Kathy Reichs, author of the Temperance Brennan seriesMystery and suspense surround a fabulous new character in an enticing, engaging thriller that does not disappoint * Live and Deadly * Promotional A gripping historical crime novel from the internationally bestselling author, David Baldacci. Review Quote (previous edition) One of his finest books. Great character, great story, great portrait of an era Review Text One of his finest books. Great character, great story, great portrait of an era Review Quote A mile-a-minute read that proves once again why David Baldacci has readers the world over flocking for more Promotional "Headline" A gripping historical crime novel from the internationally bestselling author, David Baldacci. Details ISBN1529027500 Author David Baldacci Publisher Pan Macmillan Year 2020 ISBN-10 1529027500 ISBN-13 9781529027501 Pages 608 Audience Age 18 Format Paperback Imprint Pan Books Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 813.6 Language English Series Private Investigator Archer Publication Date 2020-05-05 UK Release Date 2020-05-05 Audience General AU Release Date 2020-04-27 NZ Release Date 2020-04-27 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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