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Memory Man

Amos Decker, Book 1

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Memory Man

By: David Baldacci
Narrated by: Ron McLarty, Orlagh Cassidy
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The first in the Amos Decker series, Memory Man is an astounding audiobook from blockbuster author David Baldacci, where an extraordinary man races to hunt down a terrible killer.

When Amos Decker returned home eighteen months ago to find the bodies of his wife and only daughter, he didn't think he could carry on living. Overwhelmed with grief, he saw his life spiral out of control, losing his job as a detective, his house and his self-respect. But when his former partner in the police, Mary Lancaster, visits to tell him that someone has confessed to the murder of his family, he knows he owes it to his wife and child to seek justice for them.

As Decker comes to terms with the news, tragedy strikes at the local school. Thirteen teenagers are gunned down, and the killer is at large. Following the serious brain injury Amos suffered as a professional footballer, he gained a remarkable gift – and the police believe that this unusual skill will assist in the hunt for the killer.

Amos must endure the memories he would rather forget, and when new evidence links the murders, he is left with only one option.

Memory Man will stay with you long after the final chapter. The series continues with The Last Mile.

©2015 Columbus Rose, Ltd (P)2015 Pan Macmillan Publishers Ltd. Crime Thrillers International Mystery & Crime Mystery Police Procedurals Private Investigators Suspense Thriller & Suspense
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Memory Man is the latest release from best-selling crime author David Baldacci and is a hair-raising unabridged crime thriller audiobook narrated by Ron McLarty and Orlagh Cassidy. Listeners are kept hanging on to every word as Amos Decker, once professional football player now police detective, embarks on a mission using a very unique gift and exceptional detective skills to find the person responsible for brutally murdering his family. The twisting plot in this audio makes it utterly absorbing. Listeners will be searching for clues as much as Decker himself. Available from Audible now.
Gripping Story • Interesting Protagonist • Riveting Plot • Enjoyable Narrative • Page-turning Tale • Complex Hero
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Amos' terrible tragedy comes two fold, once with his football injury and then the devastating death of his family. The story is well told and page turning. His mental capacities are amazing and I'd love a fraction of those abilities. Amos is a character I would love to see more of.

Brilliant Story

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In a time when memories begin to vanish at the drop of a hat, we seldom consider that the antithesis can be equally devastating to the human mind. In this gripping story, the reader is catapulted into the mysterious realm of not being able to shut off their mental rewind of their life. Survivors are victims; victims are survivors; and truth is tangled in the webs of mental histories that defy logic.

Non-stop mysteries of the mind lead to unrelated murders, unlikely criminal investigations, and seemingly disconnected deaths. The human mind houses mysterious motives and unlimited opportunities as it replays crimes of passion to achieve justice.

This book is well crafted and spins multiple stories as each crime is investigated. It moves at a rapid clip & is difficult to put aside as the plot unfolds. Characters are well developed, but they don't become your best friends.

Never Forget A Thing

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Memory Man has an interesting concept, and as a whole, the story is quite good. The speakers were pretty good and helped capture the mood.

Unfortunately, there are some places where the dialog and writing gets cheesy. The last chapter of the book is particularly bad and could almost have been lifted from many pilot episodes on TV.

Nevertheless, it was fairly enjoyable, though I think it's unlikely I'll listen to or read any of the authors books.

Enjoyable but somewhat cheesy in parts

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Was unable to stop listening to this very intriguing and intelligent story, with a surprising end...leaving a touch of emphathy.

Thrilling story

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Really liked the character of Amos Decker...would really like to read more on this series

Intense start to what I hope is a lovely series

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The story is well developed at the beginning and maybe because of that it made me expect a lot for the closing facts. They are good, but not brilliant as I expected.
Nevertheless, a high quality entertainment for hours in a row.

Good story development

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Great book, like all the books you written, this is the second time I heard it and was just as good as the first time

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Five start story with just perfect narration. I'll be looking for more books read by Ron McClarty.

A great read with great voices!

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His best and the start of a great series. Highly recommended for anyone who likes murder mystery.

His best

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The story build up was good, but towards end the writer seemed to have lost steam.

A good story and an average performance.

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