True Blue Giveaway

I must confess that I had never read any David Baldacci before his publisher sent me a copy of his new novel, True Blue.

Oh, his name was familiar. Baldacci is a best-selling writer of mostly political and legal thrillers. I'd seen the Clint Eastwood movie, Absolute Power, based on Baldacci's first novel.

Whenever I start a new novel, it's almost always slow going at first as I become familiar with the characters and setting. Not so with True Blue. It hooked me right from the beginning with a blindside murder that had me quickly turning pages.

The twists and turns in this story come fast and furious, with some that border on unbelievability. But what would a good thriller be without a few head scratching scenes?

Basically, the story is about an ex-cop who tries to regain a spot on the police force by solving a murder, only to get caught up in a complex political conspiracy. To say more would lead to spoilers.

I don't know what Baldacci's other books are like, but in this one he seems to be writing specifically for busy people. His chapters are incredibly short, most topping out at just three or four pages.

These quick bursts of action are perfect for multi-tasking stay-at-home moms and dads who need a little break from reality throughout the day. I could read a chapter here and there, in between household chores or while waiting for a homeschool lesson to be completed.

True Blue is a fun, exciting read, and it impressed me enough to hunt for the rest of his books.

Hachette Books sent me an extra copy to give away to one of my readers, so if you live in the US and would like to receive David Baldacci's new hardcover novel, True Blue, simply leave a comment on this post, with a way to reach you. I'll pick a winner next weekend.