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The 6:20 Man #4
All In
In the newest thriller from #1 New York Times bestselling author David Baldacci, the 6:20 Man is leaving U.S soil―this time drawn into a storm of billion‑dollar secrets and international power plays that could shatter the world order.
When fearless war correspondent Theresa Lee is shot on a storm-swept Manhattan street and the man she was meeting, Bill Walker, vanishes, the 6:20 Man, aka former Army Ranger turned federal investigator Travis Devine, is called in. Theresa is an investigative journalist, Walker a legendary analyst for the Five Eyes alliance that gathers intelligence that could topple governments around the world. A professional hit team has tried to silence one and snatched the other―and Devine has to find out why.
From New York’s glass‑and‑steel canyons to the glittering harbors of Australia, Devine is pulled into the orbit of the Woolwine empire―an Australian dynasty whose fortune makes them more powerful than some nations. Partnering with Anais Jones, a driven, Sydney-based homicide detective, he uncovers a lethal convergence of rogue intelligence operations, Russian mobsters, compromised prisons, and a quiet campaign to redraw the global balance of power.
To stop a conspiracy fueled by weaponized data and manufactured truths, Devine will have to untangle a love story that may be a lie, a rescue that may have been conjured, and a billionaire’s ambition with a body count. In a world where enemies wear the faces of allies, the only currency that matters is information―and the 6:20 Man is running out of time to keep it all from crashing down.
When fearless war correspondent Theresa Lee is shot on a storm-swept Manhattan street and the man she was meeting, Bill Walker, vanishes, the 6:20 Man, aka former Army Ranger turned federal investigator Travis Devine, is called in. Theresa is an investigative journalist, Walker a legendary analyst for the Five Eyes alliance that gathers intelligence that could topple governments around the world. A professional hit team has tried to silence one and snatched the other―and Devine has to find out why.
From New York’s glass‑and‑steel canyons to the glittering harbors of Australia, Devine is pulled into the orbit of the Woolwine empire―an Australian dynasty whose fortune makes them more powerful than some nations. Partnering with Anais Jones, a driven, Sydney-based homicide detective, he uncovers a lethal convergence of rogue intelligence operations, Russian mobsters, compromised prisons, and a quiet campaign to redraw the global balance of power.
To stop a conspiracy fueled by weaponized data and manufactured truths, Devine will have to untangle a love story that may be a lie, a rescue that may have been conjured, and a billionaire’s ambition with a body count. In a world where enemies wear the faces of allies, the only currency that matters is information―and the 6:20 Man is running out of time to keep it all from crashing down.
439 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 10, 2026
About the author
David Baldacci
294 books125k followersDavid Baldacci has been writing since childhood, when his mother gave him a lined notebook in which to write down his stories. (Much later, when David thanked her for being the spark that ignited his writing career, she revealed that she’d given him the notebook to keep him quiet, "because every mom needs a break now and then.”)
David published his first novel, Absolute Power, in 1996; the feature film adaptation followed, with Clint Eastwood as its director and star. In total, David has published 52 novels for adults; all have been national and international bestsellers, and several have been adapted for film and television. David has also published seven novels for younger readers. His books are published in over 45 languages and in more than 80 countries, with over 200 million copies sold worldwide.
In addition to being a prolific writer, David is a devoted philanthropist, and his greatest efforts are dedicated to his family’s Wish You Well Foundation®. Established by David and his wife, Michelle, the Wish You Well Foundation supports family and adult literacy programs in the United States.
A lifelong Virginian, David is a graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University and the University of Virginia School of Law.
David published his first novel, Absolute Power, in 1996; the feature film adaptation followed, with Clint Eastwood as its director and star. In total, David has published 52 novels for adults; all have been national and international bestsellers, and several have been adapted for film and television. David has also published seven novels for younger readers. His books are published in over 45 languages and in more than 80 countries, with over 200 million copies sold worldwide.
In addition to being a prolific writer, David is a devoted philanthropist, and his greatest efforts are dedicated to his family’s Wish You Well Foundation®. Established by David and his wife, Michelle, the Wish You Well Foundation supports family and adult literacy programs in the United States.
A lifelong Virginian, David is a graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University and the University of Virginia School of Law.
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Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Travis Devine #4 - he reluctantly works for the Office of Special Projects led by Emerson Campbell.
As a bad storm moves in on New York City, investigative journalist Theresa Lee is shot and left for dead, whilst Bill Walker, the man she has just encountered in the street, has been kidnapped and vanishes without trace. Walker has worked for Five Eyes, a combined intelligence gathering unit of the US, UK, Canada, Australia and New Zealand and clearly has valuable knowledge and intelligence. Enter Travis Levine whose investigation takes him from the USA to Australia and into the orbit of the Woolwines, a powerful family dynasty. Here, he’s partnered with DS Anais Jones of the NSW Police Force and the pair uncover quite the tangled and very dangerous web. Things become very complicated and exceptionally dangerous.
This latest thriller from David Baldacci is incredibly topical considering the news of late, has he got a crystal ball? It’s all so plausible and that’s what makes it so scary. Yes, it’s a fiction thriller but it’s grounded in reality and it’s fair to say a complex plot emerges.
There’s a lot to keep the interest with a Russian connection, global security issues, data centers, coding and AI to name but a few. It’s a fast paced plot that keeps me on my toes. It’s full of action, there’s potential and actual danger around every corner and as you’d expect from this author, there are plenty of good twists.
The Australian setting for most of the rollercoaster events, is absolutely fantastic and makes for a superbly atmospheric backdrop to what Travis encounters. I really like his partner against crime in Anais, she’s a strong female character who works really well alongside him. Travis is a good central protagonist and he’s very likeable and in this latest novel there’s a personal angle to the storytelling which helps to understand him further.
Overall, this is a tense high octane movie worthy thriller which is full of suspenseful moments.
With thanks to NetGalley and especially to Pan Macmillan for the much appreciated early copy in return for an honest review.
As a bad storm moves in on New York City, investigative journalist Theresa Lee is shot and left for dead, whilst Bill Walker, the man she has just encountered in the street, has been kidnapped and vanishes without trace. Walker has worked for Five Eyes, a combined intelligence gathering unit of the US, UK, Canada, Australia and New Zealand and clearly has valuable knowledge and intelligence. Enter Travis Levine whose investigation takes him from the USA to Australia and into the orbit of the Woolwines, a powerful family dynasty. Here, he’s partnered with DS Anais Jones of the NSW Police Force and the pair uncover quite the tangled and very dangerous web. Things become very complicated and exceptionally dangerous.
This latest thriller from David Baldacci is incredibly topical considering the news of late, has he got a crystal ball? It’s all so plausible and that’s what makes it so scary. Yes, it’s a fiction thriller but it’s grounded in reality and it’s fair to say a complex plot emerges.
There’s a lot to keep the interest with a Russian connection, global security issues, data centers, coding and AI to name but a few. It’s a fast paced plot that keeps me on my toes. It’s full of action, there’s potential and actual danger around every corner and as you’d expect from this author, there are plenty of good twists.
The Australian setting for most of the rollercoaster events, is absolutely fantastic and makes for a superbly atmospheric backdrop to what Travis encounters. I really like his partner against crime in Anais, she’s a strong female character who works really well alongside him. Travis is a good central protagonist and he’s very likeable and in this latest novel there’s a personal angle to the storytelling which helps to understand him further.
Overall, this is a tense high octane movie worthy thriller which is full of suspenseful moments.
With thanks to NetGalley and especially to Pan Macmillan for the much appreciated early copy in return for an honest review.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Thanks to Grand Central Publishing for the ARC for a fair and balanced review.
David Baldacci's latest in his Travis Devine aka The 6:20 Man series, All In, can best be described as all talk, but little action. Devine travels to Australia to investigate the murder of an analyst for an Anglosphere alliance known as Five Eyes. This is a Baldacci novel so the plot consists of conspiracies, insider deals, and questionable politics. There's a couple of good action scenes and Devine's issues with his father. The problem is that Devine and his new crew spend way to much time talking and not enough time investigating the murder. The story gets convoluted, repetitive, and surprisingly silly (wait until you read about an underground prison for that holds two captured accomplices). Last year, Baldacci did a duo of books Nash Falls and Hope Rises featuring Walter Nash that were exciting and featured an unusual hero. All In reads like he's squeezing the juice out of his Devine series. All In has Travis Devine taking a vacation from his usual setting, but it also reads like Baldacci took a vacation from his trademark action paced fast paced trademark stories that are his bread and butter.
David Baldacci's latest in his Travis Devine aka The 6:20 Man series, All In, can best be described as all talk, but little action. Devine travels to Australia to investigate the murder of an analyst for an Anglosphere alliance known as Five Eyes. This is a Baldacci novel so the plot consists of conspiracies, insider deals, and questionable politics. There's a couple of good action scenes and Devine's issues with his father. The problem is that Devine and his new crew spend way to much time talking and not enough time investigating the murder. The story gets convoluted, repetitive, and surprisingly silly (wait until you read about an underground prison for that holds two captured accomplices). Last year, Baldacci did a duo of books Nash Falls and Hope Rises featuring Walter Nash that were exciting and featured an unusual hero. All In reads like he's squeezing the juice out of his Devine series. All In has Travis Devine taking a vacation from his usual setting, but it also reads like Baldacci took a vacation from his trademark action paced fast paced trademark stories that are his bread and butter.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
In this 4th book in the 6:20 Man series, Travis Devine, working for the Office of Special Projects, a small subagency of the Department of Homeland Security, is sent to Australia to investigate the murder of a man who was abducted off the streets of NYC. He was the son-in-law of one of Australia's wealthiest men. When Travis arrives in Sydney, he teams up with Anais Jones, a detective sergeant in the Homicide Squad of the Sydney City PAC. As they work together, they find this is one convoluted mess of a case, with people lying to them every step of the way.
Once again as I'm finding in so many recent thrillers I've read, the focus of the story is on data centers, AI etc. Information is now the most valuable commodity on earth and data can be monetized and weaponized. "Everyone is working as hard and as fast as possible to create a brand-new world order using AI."
It's also popular to skewer billionaires nowadays. How much money can these people use in one lifetime? Why not keep some and pass on the rest to benefit society, you greedy b-words. "I don't think there's a limit on wealth building for any billionaires on earth. They all want to be the richest because they're just little boys who never grew up."
Also on Travis's mind is worry over his father who has been hospitalized in Connecticut for what appears to be a stroke. Past issues in their relationship rise to the surface once again. Will there be time to resolve them?
The story is an action-packed, danger-filled adventure. If it has any flaws, it is that the plot seems to go on for too long. It felt a bit like an action movie script with so many attempts being made on our hero's life. Makes for quite exciting reading though.
Many thanks to the author and publisher for providing me with an arc of this new thriller via NetGalley.
Once again as I'm finding in so many recent thrillers I've read, the focus of the story is on data centers, AI etc. Information is now the most valuable commodity on earth and data can be monetized and weaponized. "Everyone is working as hard and as fast as possible to create a brand-new world order using AI."
It's also popular to skewer billionaires nowadays. How much money can these people use in one lifetime? Why not keep some and pass on the rest to benefit society, you greedy b-words. "I don't think there's a limit on wealth building for any billionaires on earth. They all want to be the richest because they're just little boys who never grew up."
Also on Travis's mind is worry over his father who has been hospitalized in Connecticut for what appears to be a stroke. Past issues in their relationship rise to the surface once again. Will there be time to resolve them?
The story is an action-packed, danger-filled adventure. If it has any flaws, it is that the plot seems to go on for too long. It felt a bit like an action movie script with so many attempts being made on our hero's life. Makes for quite exciting reading though.
Many thanks to the author and publisher for providing me with an arc of this new thriller via NetGalley.
October 11, 2026
Travis Devine is on a new case where a journalist has been shot and left for dead and the man she had been meeting had been kidnapped.
There were lots of action and twist and turns to keep me entertained.
Than you to NetGalley and Pan Macmillan for my e- copy in exchange for an honest review.
There were lots of action and twist and turns to keep me entertained.
Than you to NetGalley and Pan Macmillan for my e- copy in exchange for an honest review.
Review of advance copy
Review to come
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
David Baldacci takes Travis Devine global in #AllIn, a terrifying techno-thriller where data is the ultimate weapon
Intro
All In by David Baldacci (favorite author) is the explosive fourth installment in the bestselling 6:20 Man series. This pulse-pounding political thriller pushes federal investigator Travis Devine out of his comfort zone and into a complex international web of tech, greed, and murder.
The Hook
A fearless war correspondent is gunned down on a rainy Manhattan street, and the Five Eyes intelligence analyst she was meeting vanishes into thin air—only for his shark-bitten corpse to float to the surface days later halfway across the world in Sydney Harbour.
Elevator Pitch
When a high-stakes abduction case in New York crosses oceans and ends with a body in Australia, former Army Ranger turned Department of Homeland Security investigator Travis Devine is dispatched down under. Partnering with a sharp local homicide detective, Devine must infiltrate a billionaire tech empire and outrun Russian mobsters to stop a weaponized data conspiracy that threatens to rewrite the global balance of power.
Setting
~Manhattan, New York: Dark, rain-slicked, and dangerous.
~Sydney, Australia: Sun-bleached but atmospheric, spanning glittering harbors, high-security data centers, and the opulent estates of the ultra-wealthy.
Vibe
High-octane, tech-centric, and cinematic. Think Succession scales of wealth colliding with Jason Bourne levels of international espionage.
Genre
Techno-thriller / Political Espionage Suspense.
Themes
~The terrifying weaponization of Artificial Intelligence and sovereign data.
~Global intelligence alliances vs. individual corporate greed.
~The staggering, corrupting power of dynastic billionaire families.
Standout Characters
~Travis Devine: The "6:20 Man" himself. He remains a deeply principled, ruggedly analytical protagonist whose military background grounds his investigative skills.
~DS Anais Jones: A brilliant, fierce Sydney homicide detective. She stands toe-to-toe with Devine, bringing local grit and necessary skepticism to the alliance.
Author Writing Standout
Baldacci excels at maintaining a relentless, breakneck pace without sacrificing plot complexity. His trademark short chapters ensure the story moves like a bullet train, perfectly balancing explosive physical combat with dense geopolitical strategy.
Takeaway
In modern warfare, data is a more powerful asset than ammunition. Those who control the servers have the power to shape the world.
Title Significance
"All In" represents the absolute, high-stakes commitment required by Travis Devine to survive this assignment. In a game involving rogue intelligence, Russian syndicates, and a tech empire, holding back is a death sentence—you have to bet your entire life to uncover the truth.
Metaphor
The global data network is a vast ocean; it looks smooth and vital on the surface, but underneath, deadly predators are waiting to tear apart anyone who gets too close to the source.
Why You Should Read
Read this if you want a timely, terrifyingly plausible plot centered around AI and cutting-edge tech. It offers a refreshing change of scenery for the series, utilizing its stunning Australian backdrop to heighten the isolation and tension for our main hero.
My Thoughts
Travis Devine is back in David Baldacci’s newest release, and the stakes have never been higher! Baldacci delivers one of his most satisfyingly complex narratives in recent years. Shifting Devine from the financial canyons of New York to the tech battlegrounds of Australia breathes vibrant new life into the series. The chemistry between Devine and Anais Jones is an absolute highlight, providing a grounded anchor to a plot that deals with massive, world-altering stakes.
Verdict ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐5 / 5 Stars
"Baldacci goes global, proving once again why he is the reigning king of the modern political thriller. An absolute must-read exceptional thriller for Baldacci & Devine fans. Fast-paced, smart, and terrifyingly current."
Recs or Read Alikes
~The 6:20 Man (The 6:20 Man, #1) by David Baldacci – The essential starting point that introduces Travis Devine as he navigates the cutthroat, corrupt world of high finance in New York.
~The Edge (The 6:20 Man, #2) by David Baldacci – Follows Devine to a small, insular Maine town to investigate a CIA analyst's murder, heavily featuring his signature tactical problem-solving.
~To Die For (The 6:20 Man, #3) by David Baldacci – A high-stakes entry that pits Devine against a massive criminal syndicate protecting a vital witness in the Pacific Northwest.
Audio Standout
I am looking forward to listening to the audiobook featuring the stellar ensemble cast consisting of Zach Villa, Christine Lakin, Mela Lee, and Jim Meskimen.
Special thanks to Grand Central Publishing and NetGalley for sharing an advance reading copy in exchange for my honest thoughts.
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My Rating: 5 Stars
Pub Date: Nov 10, 2026
Nov 2026 Must-Read Books
November Newsletter
Intro
All In by David Baldacci (favorite author) is the explosive fourth installment in the bestselling 6:20 Man series. This pulse-pounding political thriller pushes federal investigator Travis Devine out of his comfort zone and into a complex international web of tech, greed, and murder.
The Hook
A fearless war correspondent is gunned down on a rainy Manhattan street, and the Five Eyes intelligence analyst she was meeting vanishes into thin air—only for his shark-bitten corpse to float to the surface days later halfway across the world in Sydney Harbour.
Elevator Pitch
When a high-stakes abduction case in New York crosses oceans and ends with a body in Australia, former Army Ranger turned Department of Homeland Security investigator Travis Devine is dispatched down under. Partnering with a sharp local homicide detective, Devine must infiltrate a billionaire tech empire and outrun Russian mobsters to stop a weaponized data conspiracy that threatens to rewrite the global balance of power.
Setting
~Manhattan, New York: Dark, rain-slicked, and dangerous.
~Sydney, Australia: Sun-bleached but atmospheric, spanning glittering harbors, high-security data centers, and the opulent estates of the ultra-wealthy.
Vibe
High-octane, tech-centric, and cinematic. Think Succession scales of wealth colliding with Jason Bourne levels of international espionage.
Genre
Techno-thriller / Political Espionage Suspense.
Themes
~The terrifying weaponization of Artificial Intelligence and sovereign data.
~Global intelligence alliances vs. individual corporate greed.
~The staggering, corrupting power of dynastic billionaire families.
Standout Characters
~Travis Devine: The "6:20 Man" himself. He remains a deeply principled, ruggedly analytical protagonist whose military background grounds his investigative skills.
~DS Anais Jones: A brilliant, fierce Sydney homicide detective. She stands toe-to-toe with Devine, bringing local grit and necessary skepticism to the alliance.
Author Writing Standout
Baldacci excels at maintaining a relentless, breakneck pace without sacrificing plot complexity. His trademark short chapters ensure the story moves like a bullet train, perfectly balancing explosive physical combat with dense geopolitical strategy.
Takeaway
In modern warfare, data is a more powerful asset than ammunition. Those who control the servers have the power to shape the world.
Title Significance
"All In" represents the absolute, high-stakes commitment required by Travis Devine to survive this assignment. In a game involving rogue intelligence, Russian syndicates, and a tech empire, holding back is a death sentence—you have to bet your entire life to uncover the truth.
Metaphor
The global data network is a vast ocean; it looks smooth and vital on the surface, but underneath, deadly predators are waiting to tear apart anyone who gets too close to the source.
Why You Should Read
Read this if you want a timely, terrifyingly plausible plot centered around AI and cutting-edge tech. It offers a refreshing change of scenery for the series, utilizing its stunning Australian backdrop to heighten the isolation and tension for our main hero.
My Thoughts
Travis Devine is back in David Baldacci’s newest release, and the stakes have never been higher! Baldacci delivers one of his most satisfyingly complex narratives in recent years. Shifting Devine from the financial canyons of New York to the tech battlegrounds of Australia breathes vibrant new life into the series. The chemistry between Devine and Anais Jones is an absolute highlight, providing a grounded anchor to a plot that deals with massive, world-altering stakes.
Verdict ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐5 / 5 Stars
"Baldacci goes global, proving once again why he is the reigning king of the modern political thriller. An absolute must-read exceptional thriller for Baldacci & Devine fans. Fast-paced, smart, and terrifyingly current."
Recs or Read Alikes
~The 6:20 Man (The 6:20 Man, #1) by David Baldacci – The essential starting point that introduces Travis Devine as he navigates the cutthroat, corrupt world of high finance in New York.
~The Edge (The 6:20 Man, #2) by David Baldacci – Follows Devine to a small, insular Maine town to investigate a CIA analyst's murder, heavily featuring his signature tactical problem-solving.
~To Die For (The 6:20 Man, #3) by David Baldacci – A high-stakes entry that pits Devine against a massive criminal syndicate protecting a vital witness in the Pacific Northwest.
Audio Standout
I am looking forward to listening to the audiobook featuring the stellar ensemble cast consisting of Zach Villa, Christine Lakin, Mela Lee, and Jim Meskimen.
Special thanks to Grand Central Publishing and NetGalley for sharing an advance reading copy in exchange for my honest thoughts.
Blog review posted @
JudithDCollins.com
@JudithDCollins | #JDCMustReadBooks
#LitLitMiniAuthorChats | #AuthorElevatorSeries
#AudioElevatorSeries
My Rating: 5 Stars
Pub Date: Nov 10, 2026
Nov 2026 Must-Read Books
November Newsletter
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Ex-Army Ranger Travis Devine heads Down Under for most of this action-packed adventure, bumping heads with a super-wealthy and powerful family that makes a couple of notables in the United States seem like paupers. Not that he really wants to go; after leaving the Army as a Ranger, Travis went back to school to earn an M.B.A. and spent time on Wall Street. There, he became a suspect in the murder of a woman he’d dated at his firm, after which he avoided prison by reluctantly accepting a job offer from retired Army General Emerson Campbell to join him in the Office of Special Projects in the Department of Homeland Security (whew!)
That means Travis is pretty much at Campbell’s beck and call, and this time the call comes after noted investigative journalist Theresa Lee is shot and left for dead on a New York City street and a man she’d just met with, Bill Walker, apparently is kidnapped. Walker, it seems, had been an analyst at Five Eyes, an alliance of five countries that includes the United States. Walker also was divorcing his wife, who just happens to be the daughter of the aforementioned billionaire whose wife (her mother) was murdered some time ago but the crime was never solved.
While the woman languishes in the hospital with her life in the balance, Campbell insists that it was Walker, not her, who was the intended target. Whether or not he likes it, that means Travis is headed to Australia to get better acquainted with the Five Eyes alliance and get an up-close-and-personal look at the filthy rich Woolwine dynasty – hopefully connecting the dots in the process. Oh, and while he’s there, he must put his considerable education and hands-on military expertise to work trying to avoid the fate of the original victims.
Although I’d love to share more juicy details with readers, it ain’t gonna happen; suffice it to say that while this isn’t my all-time favorite Baldacci novel, it was hard for me to wait each day till my designated reading hour (or two) arrived each evening and take me closer to the finish line. I’m done now, so it’s your turn – and I’m sure you’ll enjoy it. Many thanks to the publisher, via NetGalley, for the opportunity to read this one by way of a pre-release copy. On to the next (soon, please)?
That means Travis is pretty much at Campbell’s beck and call, and this time the call comes after noted investigative journalist Theresa Lee is shot and left for dead on a New York City street and a man she’d just met with, Bill Walker, apparently is kidnapped. Walker, it seems, had been an analyst at Five Eyes, an alliance of five countries that includes the United States. Walker also was divorcing his wife, who just happens to be the daughter of the aforementioned billionaire whose wife (her mother) was murdered some time ago but the crime was never solved.
While the woman languishes in the hospital with her life in the balance, Campbell insists that it was Walker, not her, who was the intended target. Whether or not he likes it, that means Travis is headed to Australia to get better acquainted with the Five Eyes alliance and get an up-close-and-personal look at the filthy rich Woolwine dynasty – hopefully connecting the dots in the process. Oh, and while he’s there, he must put his considerable education and hands-on military expertise to work trying to avoid the fate of the original victims.
Although I’d love to share more juicy details with readers, it ain’t gonna happen; suffice it to say that while this isn’t my all-time favorite Baldacci novel, it was hard for me to wait each day till my designated reading hour (or two) arrived each evening and take me closer to the finish line. I’m done now, so it’s your turn – and I’m sure you’ll enjoy it. Many thanks to the publisher, via NetGalley, for the opportunity to read this one by way of a pre-release copy. On to the next (soon, please)?
November 15, 2026
The 4th book in the Travis Devine series is another excellent thriller/mystery.
After a reporter is shot, and the man she was meeting was tased and kidnapped Travis is assigned to look into the events. Al and how it can be misused plays a large part in the story along with billionaires and how to interact with them.
Devine, once again proves to be an able investigator as most of the book takes place in Australia.
After a reporter is shot, and the man she was meeting was tased and kidnapped Travis is assigned to look into the events. Al and how it can be misused plays a large part in the story along with billionaires and how to interact with them.
Devine, once again proves to be an able investigator as most of the book takes place in Australia.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
I absolutely LOVED this one! David Baldacci kept me invested from beginning to end with a story that just kept moving. The pacing was fantastic, the suspense kept building, and there was always something happening to keep me turning those pages. I loved how all the pieces came together without the story ever getting bogged down in too much detail or slowing to a crawl.
Travis Devine is back, and I couldn't have been happier to spend another book with him.
Travis Devine is back, and I couldn't have been happier to spend another book with him.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Investigative journalist Theresa Lee and intelligence analyst Bill Walker are arguing outside in New York City when they are both attacked. Lee is shot and left in the street, while Walker is abducted and taken to Australia. His body is soon found. Travis Devine, a former Army Ranger and federal investigator for Homeland Security, is sent to Australia to investigate the attack and is teamed up with Sydney detective Anais Jones. Walker was married to Charlotte, the daughter of billionaire Carlton Woolwine, and was living in the U.S. He was in the midst of a divorce and his autopsy revealed he was terminally ill with cancer. Things did not add up. As Devine delves into the murder and Lee's shooting, a devious scheme emerges that involves AI, the Russian mob, and a global power struggle come to light.
The threats in David Baldacci's new book All In, the fourth book in the tense and entertaining 6:20 Man series, felt uncomfortably realistic. Baldacci has clearly done his homework to present numerous current topics, including the growth of data centers and the dangers of rogue intelligence. In this action-packed story, our hero Devine relies on old-fashioned intelligence as his life is threatened by the bad guys. Baldacci cleverly keeps us unsure of who can be trusted. While this book can be read as a standalone, the series is good enough to start from the first book.
Many thanks to Grand Central Publishing for the advance.
Review to be posted on MicheleReader.com.
The threats in David Baldacci's new book All In, the fourth book in the tense and entertaining 6:20 Man series, felt uncomfortably realistic. Baldacci has clearly done his homework to present numerous current topics, including the growth of data centers and the dangers of rogue intelligence. In this action-packed story, our hero Devine relies on old-fashioned intelligence as his life is threatened by the bad guys. Baldacci cleverly keeps us unsure of who can be trusted. While this book can be read as a standalone, the series is good enough to start from the first book.
Many thanks to Grand Central Publishing for the advance.
Review to be posted on MicheleReader.com.
November 13, 2026
Wow! All In is quite an amazing thriller with exciting twists from beginning to end! I loved it! Federal investigator Travis Devine is called in to investigate the shooting of war correspondent Theresa Lee, and the disappearance of Bill Walker, analyst for an intelligence gathering firm known as Five Eyes. His search takes him from New York to Australia's beautiful harbor, where he joins with homicide detective Anais Jones. As the two delve deeper into the mystery surrounding the crime in New York, they uncover the long-buried secrets of the wealthy Australian Woolwine family and their connections to both the emerging AI industry, and part of the Russian mob. As the two frantically search for the truth, danger swirls around their every move. David Baldacci has written a brilliant, realistic contemporary thriller based on the wonderous and terrifying AI industry. The plot twists with surprises from the first page to the last! It is well researched, and I appreciated all of the fascinating information on the new global industry, AI. Thank you to the author, publisher and Netgalley for my advance copy. The opinions of this review are my own.
November 13, 2026
love this series
Really good book about current issues on AI. It’s very scary but I assume I won’t change my behavior anytime soon.
Really good book about current issues on AI. It’s very scary but I assume I won’t change my behavior anytime soon.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
All In is the 4th book in the 6:20 Man series from David Baldacci.
"Travis Devine is tasked with looking into a murder that has national security implications. He ends up in Australia looking into one of the wealthiest families in the entire country. Devine uncovers Russian mobsters and a behind-the-scenes attempt to redraw global power. After several attempts to take him out, Devine knows he doesn't have much time to unravel the conspiracy."
It feels like AI is becoming ubiquitous in our day-to-day and authors have been quick to include it in their stories. Baldacci includes data centers and just how much our data and privacy belong now to whoever will pay for it. Some of the situations mentioned here are absolutely terrifying.
Baldacci has a lot of layers to the plot - it's more complex than many of his other books. But there's still good pace. He keeps sending bad guys at Devine that are trying to kill him. There's a lot of misdirection so that you're never sure until the end just who the true villain is.
I like the side story of Devine's father and family. It's adds some depth to the character and shows some growth - so important to making characters last in a series.
This can be read as a standalone. Another great story from Baldacci.
"Travis Devine is tasked with looking into a murder that has national security implications. He ends up in Australia looking into one of the wealthiest families in the entire country. Devine uncovers Russian mobsters and a behind-the-scenes attempt to redraw global power. After several attempts to take him out, Devine knows he doesn't have much time to unravel the conspiracy."
It feels like AI is becoming ubiquitous in our day-to-day and authors have been quick to include it in their stories. Baldacci includes data centers and just how much our data and privacy belong now to whoever will pay for it. Some of the situations mentioned here are absolutely terrifying.
Baldacci has a lot of layers to the plot - it's more complex than many of his other books. But there's still good pace. He keeps sending bad guys at Devine that are trying to kill him. There's a lot of misdirection so that you're never sure until the end just who the true villain is.
I like the side story of Devine's father and family. It's adds some depth to the character and shows some growth - so important to making characters last in a series.
This can be read as a standalone. Another great story from Baldacci.
Review of advance copy
When an investigative journalist is murdered on the street in New York City and the intelligence operative she was with abducted, it falls to the 6:20 man, former Army ranger turned DHS agent Travis Devine, to investigate. His probe takes him to Australia, where the involvement of the country’s richest family and outside forces endanger the balance of power in the world.
This is the fourth installment in the 6:20 man series. It is the first I have read and works well as a stand-alone.
I am not typically a fan of espionage stories because they are usually over the top. This one is not and, for the most part, is very believable. The theme is highly relevant to our present times and very scary.
Baldacci is a talented storyteller, and I couldn't put this book down. Fast-paced and suspenseful, it is a compelling read. I also gained insight into international intelligence and the ongoing battle for AI superiority. Devine’s personal story and relationships add a touch of humanity to what is essentially a great mystery-espionage narrative, as well as a cautionary tale for our times.
Thanks to @NetGalley and @GrandCentralPub for the DRC.
This is the fourth installment in the 6:20 man series. It is the first I have read and works well as a stand-alone.
I am not typically a fan of espionage stories because they are usually over the top. This one is not and, for the most part, is very believable. The theme is highly relevant to our present times and very scary.
Baldacci is a talented storyteller, and I couldn't put this book down. Fast-paced and suspenseful, it is a compelling read. I also gained insight into international intelligence and the ongoing battle for AI superiority. Devine’s personal story and relationships add a touch of humanity to what is essentially a great mystery-espionage narrative, as well as a cautionary tale for our times.
Thanks to @NetGalley and @GrandCentralPub for the DRC.
November 14, 2026
Three books in, Travis Devine had worked a commuter train, a Maine fishing town and a road trip to Seattle. All In by David Baldacci changes the map and the cast at once. Devine flies to Sydney, swaps his usual lone-wolf routine for a partner with her own warrant card, and for the first time has to do the job while a family crisis back in Connecticut keeps ringing his phone. The series has always been about a man paying off an old debt. This entry asks what he owes the people he has spent years avoiding.
All In by David Baldacci Plot Summary
On a storm-lashed Manhattan street, an investigative journalist named Theresa Lee is shot twice and left for dead, and the man she was arguing with, Bill Walker, is tased and bundled into a van. Walker was a senior American analyst with the Five Eyes intelligence alliance in Australia, and he was married to the daughter of the country's richest man. Days later his body surfaces beside a ferry wharf in Sydney Harbour. Devine's boss at Homeland Security sends him south, where Detective Sergeant Anais Jones of the NSW Police is running the case and a federal police sergeant seems more interested in protecting the Woolwine family than catching anyone. Walker's old employers will not talk, his new ones lie, and every useful witness seems to end up dead.
Where All In Sits in the 6:20 Man Series
The series follows Devine, a West Point graduate and former Ranger who left the Army under a cloud and now works for a small Homeland Security office that sends him wherever trouble threatens American interests. In reading order:
The 6:20 Man (2022)
The Edge (2023)
To Die For (2024)
All In (2026)
Grand Central Publishing released All In by David Baldacci in the US on 10 November 2026, and it is out now.
What All In From David Baldacci Adds
Baldacci's acknowledgments thank his Australian publisher for the setting, and he uses it well. Ferries out of Circular Quay, the wealthy waterfront at Darling Point, a beer garden at Watsons Bay and a helicopter hop over the Blue Mountains give the investigation a real geography. The bigger change is structural: All In by David Baldacci is a two-hander, and much of its energy comes from Devine and Jones learning to trust each other while neither trusts their own agencies.
What works
An escape that earns its violence. Snatched off the harbourfront by four armed men, Devine talks his captors into a careless moment and turns the car around with his wrists still zip-tied in front of him. It is brutal, quick and clearly blocked, Baldacci at his most efficient.
A puzzle with a satisfying answer. A Ukrainian name scrawled in Lee's files looks like a missing witness. Its real meaning, cracked through wordplay, is one of the cleverest small turns in the series.
A foil worth hating. The federal sergeant, a man who lectures Devine about the platypuses on his badge and talks down to Jones at every turn, gives the middle chapters a needling human antagonist while the real enemy stays offstage.
A twist that reframes the family. The Woolwines are set up as the obvious suspects, and the late reversals in All In by David Baldacci make you reread every earlier conversation with them.
Where It Gives Ground
The menace is explained, not shown. The book's big idea concerns data centres, AI agents and who controls the world's information. Several chapters are essentially briefing papers in dialogue form, and no scene ever lets us watch the threat at work. The climax, when it comes, is an ordinary gunfight.
Recaps stand in for momentum. More than once Devine lists everything he knows so far, and the decisive revelation arrives in a research file sent from home rather than from his own digging.
Threads go missing. One eyewitness sighting turns out to lead nowhere, a suspicious federal flight is never followed up, and an important rescue happens off the page.
The ending ties every bow. All In by David Baldacci closes with a coda so generous to its survivors that the cost of the preceding violence feels oddly light.
Do You Need the Earlier Books?
No. Baldacci explains Devine's past, his boss and his Wall Street detour within the first few chapters, and none of the earlier villains matter here. Readers who start with All In by David Baldacci will miss a few callbacks to the first book's investment firm, nothing more. If the character clicks for you, going back to The 6:20 Man afterwards works fine.
Worth Your Shelf
Baldacci knows exactly what his readers come for, and he delivers it: short chapters, a cliffhanger every few pages, and a hero who never loses his nerve. All In by David Baldacci is the most expansive Devine novel so far, and the Australian setting and a likeable new partner give the series fresh air. It would be a better book if it trusted its ideas enough to dramatise them and let its ending cost something. For anyone already invested in Devine, though, this one is a safe bet: he goes all in, and so will most of his readers.
All In by David Baldacci Plot Summary
On a storm-lashed Manhattan street, an investigative journalist named Theresa Lee is shot twice and left for dead, and the man she was arguing with, Bill Walker, is tased and bundled into a van. Walker was a senior American analyst with the Five Eyes intelligence alliance in Australia, and he was married to the daughter of the country's richest man. Days later his body surfaces beside a ferry wharf in Sydney Harbour. Devine's boss at Homeland Security sends him south, where Detective Sergeant Anais Jones of the NSW Police is running the case and a federal police sergeant seems more interested in protecting the Woolwine family than catching anyone. Walker's old employers will not talk, his new ones lie, and every useful witness seems to end up dead.
Where All In Sits in the 6:20 Man Series
The series follows Devine, a West Point graduate and former Ranger who left the Army under a cloud and now works for a small Homeland Security office that sends him wherever trouble threatens American interests. In reading order:
The 6:20 Man (2022)
The Edge (2023)
To Die For (2024)
All In (2026)
Grand Central Publishing released All In by David Baldacci in the US on 10 November 2026, and it is out now.
What All In From David Baldacci Adds
Baldacci's acknowledgments thank his Australian publisher for the setting, and he uses it well. Ferries out of Circular Quay, the wealthy waterfront at Darling Point, a beer garden at Watsons Bay and a helicopter hop over the Blue Mountains give the investigation a real geography. The bigger change is structural: All In by David Baldacci is a two-hander, and much of its energy comes from Devine and Jones learning to trust each other while neither trusts their own agencies.
What works
An escape that earns its violence. Snatched off the harbourfront by four armed men, Devine talks his captors into a careless moment and turns the car around with his wrists still zip-tied in front of him. It is brutal, quick and clearly blocked, Baldacci at his most efficient.
A puzzle with a satisfying answer. A Ukrainian name scrawled in Lee's files looks like a missing witness. Its real meaning, cracked through wordplay, is one of the cleverest small turns in the series.
A foil worth hating. The federal sergeant, a man who lectures Devine about the platypuses on his badge and talks down to Jones at every turn, gives the middle chapters a needling human antagonist while the real enemy stays offstage.
A twist that reframes the family. The Woolwines are set up as the obvious suspects, and the late reversals in All In by David Baldacci make you reread every earlier conversation with them.
Where It Gives Ground
The menace is explained, not shown. The book's big idea concerns data centres, AI agents and who controls the world's information. Several chapters are essentially briefing papers in dialogue form, and no scene ever lets us watch the threat at work. The climax, when it comes, is an ordinary gunfight.
Recaps stand in for momentum. More than once Devine lists everything he knows so far, and the decisive revelation arrives in a research file sent from home rather than from his own digging.
Threads go missing. One eyewitness sighting turns out to lead nowhere, a suspicious federal flight is never followed up, and an important rescue happens off the page.
The ending ties every bow. All In by David Baldacci closes with a coda so generous to its survivors that the cost of the preceding violence feels oddly light.
Do You Need the Earlier Books?
No. Baldacci explains Devine's past, his boss and his Wall Street detour within the first few chapters, and none of the earlier villains matter here. Readers who start with All In by David Baldacci will miss a few callbacks to the first book's investment firm, nothing more. If the character clicks for you, going back to The 6:20 Man afterwards works fine.
Worth Your Shelf
Baldacci knows exactly what his readers come for, and he delivers it: short chapters, a cliffhanger every few pages, and a hero who never loses his nerve. All In by David Baldacci is the most expansive Devine novel so far, and the Australian setting and a likeable new partner give the series fresh air. It would be a better book if it trusted its ideas enough to dramatise them and let its ending cost something. For anyone already invested in Devine, though, this one is a safe bet: he goes all in, and so will most of his readers.
November 15, 2026
David Baldacci is one of the most talented writers on the planet, and his tireless output of great fiction is always done at a high level, resulting in dynamic and extremely readable thrillers. ALL IN, the fourth entry in his 6:20 Man series, is no exception and takes on a global scale.
A former Army Ranger, Travis Devine left that world behind for a Wall Street career that unfortunately was derailed by a murder investigation in which he was the main suspect. He was bailed out by his current handler, Emerson Campbell, who tapped him for a new career with a high-level, top-secret role within the State Department.
At the start of the novel, war correspondent Theresa Lee is shot and left at death’s door in the hospital after meeting with a man named Bill Walker. Walker himself disappears, which leads to Campbell calling on Travis to take on a special assignment. Walker is the son of one of the wealthiest men in both Australia and the world. They need to know if Lee was the target or the unfortunate victim of a botched attempt on Walker’s life.
Walker and Lee may have had more than a friendship going on, even though he was married and the video of their fateful encounter seemed quite tense. When Walker’s body is pulled out of Sydney Harbor, Campbell sends Travis to Australia to check things out. This is all going on as his father, with whom he does not have the best relationship, is suddenly hospitalized with what may be a stroke or worse. After seeing his father, Travis flies to his destination via the Walker family’s personal jet.
Upon arriving in Australia, Travis meets with no-nonsense homicide detective Anais Jones. They butt heads slightly but ultimately work the case in a straightforward manner, even though Campbell advises Travis not to trust anyone in Australia. Walker’s father can’t imagine any connection between his high-profile business and his son’s murder. He also doesn’t understand how anyone could have abducted and killed him on US soil.
Nevertheless, Travis recognizes that the answer has to lie within the Walker family business, which is more profitable than some entire world nations. A conspiracy of the highest order will be uncovered, and Travis finds himself to be completely isolated and out of his element, trapped within the extremely dangerous battlefield that is high-tech enterprise. Information is the currency exchanged at this level, and he must break the code quickly or be discarded like one of the many casualties of war in this global arena.
ALL IN grabs you by the lapels and pulls you out of your seat on the first page and thrusts you into a narrative that is utterly suspenseful and frightening, featuring a lead character whom readers have really grown to care about.
Reviewed by Ray Palen
A former Army Ranger, Travis Devine left that world behind for a Wall Street career that unfortunately was derailed by a murder investigation in which he was the main suspect. He was bailed out by his current handler, Emerson Campbell, who tapped him for a new career with a high-level, top-secret role within the State Department.
At the start of the novel, war correspondent Theresa Lee is shot and left at death’s door in the hospital after meeting with a man named Bill Walker. Walker himself disappears, which leads to Campbell calling on Travis to take on a special assignment. Walker is the son of one of the wealthiest men in both Australia and the world. They need to know if Lee was the target or the unfortunate victim of a botched attempt on Walker’s life.
Walker and Lee may have had more than a friendship going on, even though he was married and the video of their fateful encounter seemed quite tense. When Walker’s body is pulled out of Sydney Harbor, Campbell sends Travis to Australia to check things out. This is all going on as his father, with whom he does not have the best relationship, is suddenly hospitalized with what may be a stroke or worse. After seeing his father, Travis flies to his destination via the Walker family’s personal jet.
Upon arriving in Australia, Travis meets with no-nonsense homicide detective Anais Jones. They butt heads slightly but ultimately work the case in a straightforward manner, even though Campbell advises Travis not to trust anyone in Australia. Walker’s father can’t imagine any connection between his high-profile business and his son’s murder. He also doesn’t understand how anyone could have abducted and killed him on US soil.
Nevertheless, Travis recognizes that the answer has to lie within the Walker family business, which is more profitable than some entire world nations. A conspiracy of the highest order will be uncovered, and Travis finds himself to be completely isolated and out of his element, trapped within the extremely dangerous battlefield that is high-tech enterprise. Information is the currency exchanged at this level, and he must break the code quickly or be discarded like one of the many casualties of war in this global arena.
ALL IN grabs you by the lapels and pulls you out of your seat on the first page and thrusts you into a narrative that is utterly suspenseful and frightening, featuring a lead character whom readers have really grown to care about.
Reviewed by Ray Palen
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
All In by David Baldacci is an excellent, very highly recommended, action-packed thriller and the fourth novel in the 6:20 Man/Travis Devine series.
Travis Devine, current Department of Homeland Security agent and former Army Ranger is called to investigate after investigative reporter Theresa Lee is shot and Five Eyes associate Bill Walker is kidnapped and later his body turns in the Sydney Harbor. Walker was married to Australian billionaire Charlotte Woolwine, although he had recently filed for divorce. The Woolwine family is a wealthy, powerful Australian dynasty with worldwide connections. The U.S. is involved because of Walker’s work with Five Eyes, the intelligence-gathering alliance of the US, UK, Canada, Australia and New Zealand.
Devine begins his investigation in NYC and then is sent to Australia, where he teams up with DS Anais Jones of the NSW Police Force. As Devine and Jones investigate, the danger is ever present and increases throughout the narrative. It becomes clear that Walker's death is tied to the Woolwine family, but the question is in what capacity. In the investigation they encounter rogue intelligence operations, Russian mobsters, compromised prisons, AI data centers, and a quiet campaign to redraw the global balance of power. Devine must use all his intelligence and special skills to survive this investigation.
All In is another compelling, well-written, fast-paced, well-plotted, riveting, action packed thriller in the 6:20 Man series that will hold your complete attention throughout. Even though it is part of a series it can easily be enjoyed as a standalone novel. The plot is intricate and complex, but it is so well written that the complications are easy to follow. You will find yourself racing through the pages to see what could possibly happen next, understanding that danger is around every corner. Quickly it becomes apparent that you can't trust anyone and everything may not be as it seems.
Devine and Jones are both strong characters and are portrayed as intelligent, fully realized individuals. You will be rooting for these two to uncover the truth and remain healthy and alive while doing so. There is a subplot following the hospitalization and failing health of Devine's father along with their complicated relationship. This adds another undercurrent of stress to an already challenging and dangerous situation.
All In is an excellent choice for everyone who enjoys high octane, action packed thrillers. Thanks to Grand Central Publishing for providing me with an advance reader's copy via NetGalley. My review is voluntary and expresses my honest opinion.
https://www.shetreadssoftly.com/2026/...
Travis Devine, current Department of Homeland Security agent and former Army Ranger is called to investigate after investigative reporter Theresa Lee is shot and Five Eyes associate Bill Walker is kidnapped and later his body turns in the Sydney Harbor. Walker was married to Australian billionaire Charlotte Woolwine, although he had recently filed for divorce. The Woolwine family is a wealthy, powerful Australian dynasty with worldwide connections. The U.S. is involved because of Walker’s work with Five Eyes, the intelligence-gathering alliance of the US, UK, Canada, Australia and New Zealand.
Devine begins his investigation in NYC and then is sent to Australia, where he teams up with DS Anais Jones of the NSW Police Force. As Devine and Jones investigate, the danger is ever present and increases throughout the narrative. It becomes clear that Walker's death is tied to the Woolwine family, but the question is in what capacity. In the investigation they encounter rogue intelligence operations, Russian mobsters, compromised prisons, AI data centers, and a quiet campaign to redraw the global balance of power. Devine must use all his intelligence and special skills to survive this investigation.
All In is another compelling, well-written, fast-paced, well-plotted, riveting, action packed thriller in the 6:20 Man series that will hold your complete attention throughout. Even though it is part of a series it can easily be enjoyed as a standalone novel. The plot is intricate and complex, but it is so well written that the complications are easy to follow. You will find yourself racing through the pages to see what could possibly happen next, understanding that danger is around every corner. Quickly it becomes apparent that you can't trust anyone and everything may not be as it seems.
Devine and Jones are both strong characters and are portrayed as intelligent, fully realized individuals. You will be rooting for these two to uncover the truth and remain healthy and alive while doing so. There is a subplot following the hospitalization and failing health of Devine's father along with their complicated relationship. This adds another undercurrent of stress to an already challenging and dangerous situation.
All In is an excellent choice for everyone who enjoys high octane, action packed thrillers. Thanks to Grand Central Publishing for providing me with an advance reader's copy via NetGalley. My review is voluntary and expresses my honest opinion.
https://www.shetreadssoftly.com/2026/...
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
All In by David Baldacci finds Travis Devine in several conundrums, both personal and professional. A man had been snatched out of a New York alley and the woman he was arguing with shot several times, probably going to die. Then, several days later, the man turned up dead, in the water, in Australia. The man had been an intelligence officer; the woman an investigative reporter. Devine was tapped to go to Australia to be boots-on-the-ground, but first he went to a hospital to see his father, who apparently had had a stroke. They had never had a good relationship and his illness hadn’t changed anything. When Devine got to Australia, he discovered that the dead man was in the process of divorcing the daughter of a multi-billionaire with his fingers deep into AI and crypto. He was assigned to partner with a local detective, a young woman, with whom he worked well.
Devine is an ex-soldier, ex-Wall-Street type and now an investigator for the Department of Homeland Security. He is in superb physical shape as well as an excellent investigator, but even he was having problems with the quagmire that was this case. Long book, needed to be to explain everything happening. The assumptions changed almost daily and got no more palatable as they changed. The plot was frightening and probably all too possible. The author let his political leanings seep through, but given the topics, probably the leanings of many. Devine is a fabulous character, slow to anger, clever and quick to act. It was a thoroughly entertaining mystery.
I was invited to read All In by Grand Central Publishing. All thoughts and opinions are mine. #Netgalley #GrandCentralPublishing #DavidBaldacci #AllIn
Devine is an ex-soldier, ex-Wall-Street type and now an investigator for the Department of Homeland Security. He is in superb physical shape as well as an excellent investigator, but even he was having problems with the quagmire that was this case. Long book, needed to be to explain everything happening. The assumptions changed almost daily and got no more palatable as they changed. The plot was frightening and probably all too possible. The author let his political leanings seep through, but given the topics, probably the leanings of many. Devine is a fabulous character, slow to anger, clever and quick to act. It was a thoroughly entertaining mystery.
I was invited to read All In by Grand Central Publishing. All thoughts and opinions are mine. #Netgalley #GrandCentralPublishing #DavidBaldacci #AllIn
November 14, 2026
Another great adventure with Travis Devine! I really enjoyed this one. There was plenty of action, suspense, twists, and secrets to keep me turning the pages.
I loved following Devine as he tried to piece together what happened to Theresa Lee and Bill Walker. The story takes us from New York all the way to Australia, and things definitely get interesting along the way! There were so many twists and moving pieces that kept me guessing.
I will say there was a lot going on, and at times I had to really pay attention to keep everything straight, but overall, I thought it was a really good read. I enjoyed the characters, the mystery, and all the action.
If you enjoy thrillers with plenty of suspense, international intrigue, and unexpected twists, I definitely recommend giving this one a read!
I loved following Devine as he tried to piece together what happened to Theresa Lee and Bill Walker. The story takes us from New York all the way to Australia, and things definitely get interesting along the way! There were so many twists and moving pieces that kept me guessing.
I will say there was a lot going on, and at times I had to really pay attention to keep everything straight, but overall, I thought it was a really good read. I enjoyed the characters, the mystery, and all the action.
If you enjoy thrillers with plenty of suspense, international intrigue, and unexpected twists, I definitely recommend giving this one a read!
September 2, 2026
All In by David Baldacci is the latest installment in the 6:20 Man series, following Travis Devine as he heads overseas and gets caught up in an international conspiracy involving a murdered journalist, a missing intelligence analyst, powerful billionaires, rogue intelligence operations, and secrets that could have global consequences. This time, Travis finds himself in Australia working alongside Sydney homicide detective Anais Jones as they try to uncover who is behind it all.
Overall, this was a great book and I enjoyed being back with Travis Devine. There were plenty of twists, action, and secrets to uncover, and I liked seeing Travis take on a case that went beyond the U.S. The story kept me interested and I definitely wanted to see how everything would come together.
That said, there were some moments that felt slow for me, and the pacing dragged a bit in places. It kept me from loving it as much as some of the other books in the series.
Still, a solid thriller and a good addition to the 6:20 Man series. I’ll definitely keep reading Travis Devine’s story!
Overall, this was a great book and I enjoyed being back with Travis Devine. There were plenty of twists, action, and secrets to uncover, and I liked seeing Travis take on a case that went beyond the U.S. The story kept me interested and I definitely wanted to see how everything would come together.
That said, there were some moments that felt slow for me, and the pacing dragged a bit in places. It kept me from loving it as much as some of the other books in the series.
Still, a solid thriller and a good addition to the 6:20 Man series. I’ll definitely keep reading Travis Devine’s story!
November 13, 2026
There was a lot going on in this one, both personal and business wise for Travis. All of his had him traveling all over the world. It was fun to see him in Australia and working with the police there to figure things out. Things were so murky until the end, when Travis figured things out. The bad guy not who I expected or why. You can only imagine the fall out from what was learned and who all was involved and how the long game was played.
It sucked what Travis came back home to, but maybe with that letter he got a bit of closure, something he really needed.
It sucked what Travis came back home to, but maybe with that letter he got a bit of closure, something he really needed.
November 15, 2026
All In by David Baldacci
⭐⭐⭐¾☆ (3.75/5)
Full review available here: https://prairiefoxreads.blogspot.com/...
Few authors have built a reputation for delivering consistently entertaining thrillers quite like David Baldacci. With All In, the fourth installment in the 6:20 Man series, Baldacci once again throws readers into a world of secrets, espionage, power struggles, and international intrigue. This time, however, the stakes extend far beyond Wall Street and domestic conspiracies, as the 6:20 Man finds himself navigating a dangerous web of billion-dollar schemes and geopolitical maneuvering that could have global consequences.
As someone who has enjoyed Baldacci's work over the years, there's a certain level of confidence that comes with picking up one of his novels. You know you're in capable hands. The pacing will be brisk, the mysteries layered, and the danger ever-present. All In certainly delivers on those expectations, offering plenty of twists, high-stakes confrontations, and complex conspiracies designed to keep readers turning pages.
One of the novel's strongest qualities is its scope. Baldacci successfully expands the world of the series, moving beyond familiar territory and placing his protagonist in situations where the stakes feel larger and more international in nature. The story explores how wealth, political power, and intelligence operations intersect, creating a narrative where nearly every character has an agenda and every alliance feels temporary.
The espionage elements were particularly enjoyable. Baldacci excels at building tension through uncertainty, and much of the novel's suspense comes from trying to determine who can be trusted and who may be operating with hidden motives. Information becomes a weapon, secrets become currency, and readers are constantly forced to reevaluate what they think they know.
The 6:20 Man himself remains a reliable protagonist. One of the reasons this series works is because Baldacci has created a character who feels capable without becoming invincible. He is intelligent, resourceful, and determined, but he still encounters situations that push him beyond his comfort zone. Those moments of vulnerability help maintain suspense and prevent the story from feeling overly predictable.
I also appreciated the novel's attention to the broader consequences of greed and power. While All In is first and foremost a thriller, it occasionally pauses to consider how decisions made by powerful individuals can ripple outward and affect countless lives. These moments add depth to the narrative without slowing it down significantly.
As expected, the pacing rarely slows for long. Chapters move quickly, revelations arrive frequently, and Baldacci structures the story in a way that continually encourages readers to continue "just one more chapter." The action sequences are well executed, and the plot contains enough surprises to maintain interest throughout its nearly 450-page runtime.
That said, All In was not quite as memorable for me as some of Baldacci's strongest entries. While the conspiracy is undeniably ambitious, portions of the plot occasionally become so layered with political and financial intrigue that the emotional stakes can become overshadowed by the mechanics of the mystery. There were moments when I felt more invested in unraveling the puzzle than in the personal journeys of the characters involved.
The large cast also contributes to this issue at times. Several supporting characters serve important functions within the plot, but not all receive the same level of development. As a result, certain revelations carry less emotional impact than they might have if readers had spent more time becoming invested in those individuals.
Additionally, longtime thriller readers may find some plot developments familiar. Baldacci remains highly skilled at executing the genre's conventions, but a few twists felt less surprising than others. While the novel remains engaging throughout, there were moments where I could see certain developments coming before they occurred.
Even so, the book succeeds where it matters most. It entertains. Baldacci's storytelling remains sharp, accessible, and remarkably effective. The combination of espionage, international power struggles, investigative work, and high-risk confrontations creates a reading experience that rarely becomes dull.
What I found myself appreciating most was Baldacci's understanding of scale. While the plot involves enormous sums of money, global interests, and powerful institutions, he never loses sight of the individuals caught in the middle of those conflicts. The best thriller writers understand that readers do not care about conspiracies alone; they care about the people exposed to them. All In consistently remembers this balance.
By the final chapters, the pace accelerates dramatically, delivering the kind of action-packed conclusion fans have come to expect. Answers emerge, alliances are tested, and the story provides enough resolution to satisfy while leaving room for future adventures. While it may not be my favorite entry in the series, it remains an enjoyable and worthwhile addition.
Overall, All In is a fast-paced and entertaining thriller that delivers exactly what many readers seek from David Baldacci: intricate conspiracies, international intrigue, intelligent protagonists, and plenty of suspense. While some of the emotional impact is occasionally buried beneath the complexity of the plot, the strong pacing, engaging mystery, and high-stakes action make for a thoroughly enjoyable read.
Fans of espionage thrillers, political conspiracies, and Baldacci's signature style will likely find a great deal to enjoy here. It may not reinvent the genre, but it serves as another reminder of why Baldacci remains one of the most dependable names in modern thriller fiction.
And after closing the book, I found myself wondering: in a world where information, money, and influence often determine the course of nations, who truly holds the power—the people pulling the strings, or the few willing to expose them?
⭐⭐⭐¾☆ (3.75/5)
Full review available here: https://prairiefoxreads.blogspot.com/...
Few authors have built a reputation for delivering consistently entertaining thrillers quite like David Baldacci. With All In, the fourth installment in the 6:20 Man series, Baldacci once again throws readers into a world of secrets, espionage, power struggles, and international intrigue. This time, however, the stakes extend far beyond Wall Street and domestic conspiracies, as the 6:20 Man finds himself navigating a dangerous web of billion-dollar schemes and geopolitical maneuvering that could have global consequences.
As someone who has enjoyed Baldacci's work over the years, there's a certain level of confidence that comes with picking up one of his novels. You know you're in capable hands. The pacing will be brisk, the mysteries layered, and the danger ever-present. All In certainly delivers on those expectations, offering plenty of twists, high-stakes confrontations, and complex conspiracies designed to keep readers turning pages.
One of the novel's strongest qualities is its scope. Baldacci successfully expands the world of the series, moving beyond familiar territory and placing his protagonist in situations where the stakes feel larger and more international in nature. The story explores how wealth, political power, and intelligence operations intersect, creating a narrative where nearly every character has an agenda and every alliance feels temporary.
The espionage elements were particularly enjoyable. Baldacci excels at building tension through uncertainty, and much of the novel's suspense comes from trying to determine who can be trusted and who may be operating with hidden motives. Information becomes a weapon, secrets become currency, and readers are constantly forced to reevaluate what they think they know.
The 6:20 Man himself remains a reliable protagonist. One of the reasons this series works is because Baldacci has created a character who feels capable without becoming invincible. He is intelligent, resourceful, and determined, but he still encounters situations that push him beyond his comfort zone. Those moments of vulnerability help maintain suspense and prevent the story from feeling overly predictable.
I also appreciated the novel's attention to the broader consequences of greed and power. While All In is first and foremost a thriller, it occasionally pauses to consider how decisions made by powerful individuals can ripple outward and affect countless lives. These moments add depth to the narrative without slowing it down significantly.
As expected, the pacing rarely slows for long. Chapters move quickly, revelations arrive frequently, and Baldacci structures the story in a way that continually encourages readers to continue "just one more chapter." The action sequences are well executed, and the plot contains enough surprises to maintain interest throughout its nearly 450-page runtime.
That said, All In was not quite as memorable for me as some of Baldacci's strongest entries. While the conspiracy is undeniably ambitious, portions of the plot occasionally become so layered with political and financial intrigue that the emotional stakes can become overshadowed by the mechanics of the mystery. There were moments when I felt more invested in unraveling the puzzle than in the personal journeys of the characters involved.
The large cast also contributes to this issue at times. Several supporting characters serve important functions within the plot, but not all receive the same level of development. As a result, certain revelations carry less emotional impact than they might have if readers had spent more time becoming invested in those individuals.
Additionally, longtime thriller readers may find some plot developments familiar. Baldacci remains highly skilled at executing the genre's conventions, but a few twists felt less surprising than others. While the novel remains engaging throughout, there were moments where I could see certain developments coming before they occurred.
Even so, the book succeeds where it matters most. It entertains. Baldacci's storytelling remains sharp, accessible, and remarkably effective. The combination of espionage, international power struggles, investigative work, and high-risk confrontations creates a reading experience that rarely becomes dull.
What I found myself appreciating most was Baldacci's understanding of scale. While the plot involves enormous sums of money, global interests, and powerful institutions, he never loses sight of the individuals caught in the middle of those conflicts. The best thriller writers understand that readers do not care about conspiracies alone; they care about the people exposed to them. All In consistently remembers this balance.
By the final chapters, the pace accelerates dramatically, delivering the kind of action-packed conclusion fans have come to expect. Answers emerge, alliances are tested, and the story provides enough resolution to satisfy while leaving room for future adventures. While it may not be my favorite entry in the series, it remains an enjoyable and worthwhile addition.
Overall, All In is a fast-paced and entertaining thriller that delivers exactly what many readers seek from David Baldacci: intricate conspiracies, international intrigue, intelligent protagonists, and plenty of suspense. While some of the emotional impact is occasionally buried beneath the complexity of the plot, the strong pacing, engaging mystery, and high-stakes action make for a thoroughly enjoyable read.
Fans of espionage thrillers, political conspiracies, and Baldacci's signature style will likely find a great deal to enjoy here. It may not reinvent the genre, but it serves as another reminder of why Baldacci remains one of the most dependable names in modern thriller fiction.
And after closing the book, I found myself wondering: in a world where information, money, and influence often determine the course of nations, who truly holds the power—the people pulling the strings, or the few willing to expose them?
September 5, 2026
All In by David Baldacci is a thriller novel. It is the fourth book of The 6:20 Man series.
I liked this one! Travis Devine is a great lead investigator, with both his Army Ranger experience and his MBA and time on Wall Street, and now turned agent for the Department of Homeland Security. It always makes for a great adventure when he’s on the case.
The 6:20 Man goes international in this story, taking Travis to Australia. Which I like, because I’ve definitely never read a detective thriller set “down under” before and it made for a fun setting. I also really enjoyed Anais Jones character as a strong female detective co-investigating with Travis.
There’s a good blend of some easy plot twists to figure out (always satisfying) but also several twists that I definitely did not see coming (somehow even more satisfying).
Overall, this is a good one! There’s quite a bit of action and I liked the duo of Travis and Anais teamed up to solve the case.
I liked this one! Travis Devine is a great lead investigator, with both his Army Ranger experience and his MBA and time on Wall Street, and now turned agent for the Department of Homeland Security. It always makes for a great adventure when he’s on the case.
The 6:20 Man goes international in this story, taking Travis to Australia. Which I like, because I’ve definitely never read a detective thriller set “down under” before and it made for a fun setting. I also really enjoyed Anais Jones character as a strong female detective co-investigating with Travis.
There’s a good blend of some easy plot twists to figure out (always satisfying) but also several twists that I definitely did not see coming (somehow even more satisfying).
Overall, this is a good one! There’s quite a bit of action and I liked the duo of Travis and Anais teamed up to solve the case.
November 12, 2026
David Baldacci is one of the most talented writers on the planet, and his tireless output of great fiction is always done at a high level with the result being dynamic and extremely readable thrillers. ALL IN is the fourth novel in the 6:20 MAN series and this one takes on a global scale.
Travis Devine has a most unique background having gained a specialized background from his time as a U.S. Army Ranger. He then left that world behind for a Wall Street career that was unfortunately derailed by a murder investigation that found him as a primary suspect. He was bailed out by his current handler, a man named Emerson Campbell, who tapped him for a new career with a high-level, top-secret role within the State Department.
We get to witness a disturbing event in the start of the novel whereby a war correspondent named Theresa Lee is shot and left at death’s door in the hospital after a meeting with a man named Bill Walker. Walker himself disappeared and it this disappearance that finds Campbell calling on Travis Devine to take on a special assignment. Walker was not only Australian but also the son of one of the wealthiest men in that country and the world. They need to know if Theresa was the target or if she was the unfortunate victim on a botched attempt on Walker’s life.
Walker and Lee may have had more than a friendship going on, even though he was married and the video of their fateful meeting seemed quite tense. When Walker’s body is pulled out of Sydney Harbor, Campbell sends Travis to Australia to check out things from that angle. This is done with much pressure from his personal life distracting him as his father, whom he does not have the best relationship with, is suddenly hospitalized with what may be a stroke or worse. After meeting with his father, Travis flies to Australia via the personal Lear jet of Walker’s family, and it is during this flight that he meets with Bill’s authoritative mother Charlotte Woolwine.
Upon arriving in Australia, Travis meets with a police investigator with the NSW Police Force, a no-nonsense woman named Anais Jones. They butt heads slightly but ultimately work the case in a straightforward manner, even though Campbell advised Travis to not trust anyone in Australia including Jones. When they meet with Bill’s father, who has a similar relationship with his late son as the one between Travis and is father, he cannot imagine any connection between his high-profile business and Bill’s murder. He also cannot understand how anyone could have abducted and killed Bill on U.S. soil.
Nevertheless, Travis Devine recognizes that the answer have to lie within the Walker family business, a business more profitable than some entire world nations. A conspiracy of the highest order will be uncovered and our protagonist, Travis Devine, finds himself as a man completely isolated and out of his element trapped within the extremely dangerous battlefield that is high-tech enterprise. Information is the currency exchanged at this level and Travis must break the code quickly or find himself discarded like one of the many casualties of war in this global arena. ALL IN grabs you by the lapels and pulls you out of your seat on the first page and thrusts you into a narrative that is utterly suspenseful and frightening, featuring a lead character readers have really grown to care about.
Reviewed by Ray Palen for Book Reporter
Travis Devine has a most unique background having gained a specialized background from his time as a U.S. Army Ranger. He then left that world behind for a Wall Street career that was unfortunately derailed by a murder investigation that found him as a primary suspect. He was bailed out by his current handler, a man named Emerson Campbell, who tapped him for a new career with a high-level, top-secret role within the State Department.
We get to witness a disturbing event in the start of the novel whereby a war correspondent named Theresa Lee is shot and left at death’s door in the hospital after a meeting with a man named Bill Walker. Walker himself disappeared and it this disappearance that finds Campbell calling on Travis Devine to take on a special assignment. Walker was not only Australian but also the son of one of the wealthiest men in that country and the world. They need to know if Theresa was the target or if she was the unfortunate victim on a botched attempt on Walker’s life.
Walker and Lee may have had more than a friendship going on, even though he was married and the video of their fateful meeting seemed quite tense. When Walker’s body is pulled out of Sydney Harbor, Campbell sends Travis to Australia to check out things from that angle. This is done with much pressure from his personal life distracting him as his father, whom he does not have the best relationship with, is suddenly hospitalized with what may be a stroke or worse. After meeting with his father, Travis flies to Australia via the personal Lear jet of Walker’s family, and it is during this flight that he meets with Bill’s authoritative mother Charlotte Woolwine.
Upon arriving in Australia, Travis meets with a police investigator with the NSW Police Force, a no-nonsense woman named Anais Jones. They butt heads slightly but ultimately work the case in a straightforward manner, even though Campbell advised Travis to not trust anyone in Australia including Jones. When they meet with Bill’s father, who has a similar relationship with his late son as the one between Travis and is father, he cannot imagine any connection between his high-profile business and Bill’s murder. He also cannot understand how anyone could have abducted and killed Bill on U.S. soil.
Nevertheless, Travis Devine recognizes that the answer have to lie within the Walker family business, a business more profitable than some entire world nations. A conspiracy of the highest order will be uncovered and our protagonist, Travis Devine, finds himself as a man completely isolated and out of his element trapped within the extremely dangerous battlefield that is high-tech enterprise. Information is the currency exchanged at this level and Travis must break the code quickly or find himself discarded like one of the many casualties of war in this global arena. ALL IN grabs you by the lapels and pulls you out of your seat on the first page and thrusts you into a narrative that is utterly suspenseful and frightening, featuring a lead character readers have really grown to care about.
Reviewed by Ray Palen for Book Reporter
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Thank you NetGalley and Grand Central Publishing for this advance ARC in return for an honest review.
All in is the 4th installment in David Baldacci's electrifying "6:20 Man" series involving Travis Devine, a former Army Captain blackmailed into serving his government in a Black Ops capacity due to the manner in which he resigned his commission.
All in begins with a supposed chance encounter in NYC between Theresa Lee, an independent investigative journalist, and Bill Walker, formally with "Five Eyes," an Anglosphere intelligence-sharing alliance consisting of Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and the United States. After what appears on CCTV as a lover's quarrel in a torrential downpour, Walker chases after Lee into a dark alley at which time he is abducted and thrown in a van, and Lee is shot point blank, seemingly at random. When Walker's body ends up floating in the Sydney Harbor, near his soon to be ex-wives home, Devine is called in by retired Army General Emerson Campbell, head of his DHS unit, to fly to Australia and investigate.
After arriving Down Under, Devine teams up with Anais Jones, a local NSW Police Officer, to begin investigating the mega rich Woolwine family, the second richest family behind the more well known Murdochs. It turns out no one really likes the Woolwine family, especially since they have been minting money since getting into the AI/Data Center business. It also seems like there are several other mysterious unsolved murders involving the family, including Carlton Woolwine's wife, Martha, as well as the groundskeeper who witnessed her unsolved murder, almost 2 years after the fact. While trying to discover why Walker filed from divorce from the only daughter, and eventual heiress, Charlotte Woolwine and moved to the USA, Devine and Jones are hounded by gunmen, abducted at gunpoint and generally subjected to threats, gunfire, and violence, the more they uncover.
Eventually our unlikely due, narrow the suspects down to the usual Russians ( probably backed by Putin ) and some nefarious Middle Eastern players involving the data centers, as a result of data mining and Walker's expertise in rumint (a military/intelligence term for unverified information, hearsay, gossip, or chatter spread through informal networks, in this case the internet ). Although AI is the current blue eyed meanie in Thrillers, I got kind of lost in the technical explanations of the crime at the heart of all the killing and violence. Apparently Devine understood it better than I, as he was then able to figure out who the major culprit was, and what their involvement was with the Woolwines and their ever expanding foray into AI/Data Centers.
If you like non-stop action, the 6:20 man series should be right up your alley, and frankly is one of my favorite Baldacci series as well as the Archer series and even Memory Man. The plot involves current events and I even had to look up what BRIC is, as I thought it was made up. My only reason for deducting 1/4 star was the technojargon regarding the AI data mining operation that Walker was apparently trying to stop. Otherwise, Highly Recommended.
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All in is the 4th installment in David Baldacci's electrifying "6:20 Man" series involving Travis Devine, a former Army Captain blackmailed into serving his government in a Black Ops capacity due to the manner in which he resigned his commission.
All in begins with a supposed chance encounter in NYC between Theresa Lee, an independent investigative journalist, and Bill Walker, formally with "Five Eyes," an Anglosphere intelligence-sharing alliance consisting of Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and the United States. After what appears on CCTV as a lover's quarrel in a torrential downpour, Walker chases after Lee into a dark alley at which time he is abducted and thrown in a van, and Lee is shot point blank, seemingly at random. When Walker's body ends up floating in the Sydney Harbor, near his soon to be ex-wives home, Devine is called in by retired Army General Emerson Campbell, head of his DHS unit, to fly to Australia and investigate.
After arriving Down Under, Devine teams up with Anais Jones, a local NSW Police Officer, to begin investigating the mega rich Woolwine family, the second richest family behind the more well known Murdochs. It turns out no one really likes the Woolwine family, especially since they have been minting money since getting into the AI/Data Center business. It also seems like there are several other mysterious unsolved murders involving the family, including Carlton Woolwine's wife, Martha, as well as the groundskeeper who witnessed her unsolved murder, almost 2 years after the fact. While trying to discover why Walker filed from divorce from the only daughter, and eventual heiress, Charlotte Woolwine and moved to the USA, Devine and Jones are hounded by gunmen, abducted at gunpoint and generally subjected to threats, gunfire, and violence, the more they uncover.
Eventually our unlikely due, narrow the suspects down to the usual Russians ( probably backed by Putin ) and some nefarious Middle Eastern players involving the data centers, as a result of data mining and Walker's expertise in rumint (a military/intelligence term for unverified information, hearsay, gossip, or chatter spread through informal networks, in this case the internet ). Although AI is the current blue eyed meanie in Thrillers, I got kind of lost in the technical explanations of the crime at the heart of all the killing and violence. Apparently Devine understood it better than I, as he was then able to figure out who the major culprit was, and what their involvement was with the Woolwines and their ever expanding foray into AI/Data Centers.
If you like non-stop action, the 6:20 man series should be right up your alley, and frankly is one of my favorite Baldacci series as well as the Archer series and even Memory Man. The plot involves current events and I even had to look up what BRIC is, as I thought it was made up. My only reason for deducting 1/4 star was the technojargon regarding the AI data mining operation that Walker was apparently trying to stop. Otherwise, Highly Recommended.
#AllIn #NetGalley
November 12, 2026
Billionaires, data centers and Russian thugs collide
Travis Devine, aka the 6:20 man - former Ranger turned Wall Street analyst turned DHS investigator - is called in when intelligence analyst Bill Walker is abducted off the streets of Manhattan one stormy night. Theresa Lee, a determined investigative journalist, was left shot and near dead at the scene as well. The two appear to have bumped into one another and gotten into a heated argument, based on camera footage, but what their connection might have been and why they were fighting is unclear. Walker was in the process of divorcing his wife Charlotte, the only daughter of Australian billionaire business magnate Carlton Woolwine, and had recently left his work with the Five Eyes for private enterprise; the motivation for both is unclear. Walker's body soon turns up in Australia, which sends Devine Down Under to continue delving into the situation He pairs up with Sydney homicide detective Anais Jones, and the two start navigating difficult territory. Was Walker's death related to his work or his personal life? Was Theresa Lee collateral damage, or was she a target as well? The two investigators must dodge other law enforcement groups, Russian mobsters, and less than cooperative family and friends of the dead man and balance national security concerns with the ballooning information industry...and hope they can trust one another as they do so.
All In is the fourth action thriller featuring Travis Devine, and while it can be read as a standalone those readers who have read preceding volumes will have a deeper understanding of Devine's backstory. It is a solid read, featuring a complex plot and threads of international intrigue, rich people behaving badly and the very topical issue of AI and the business world's scramble to own a piece of the action. Devine is juggling personal issues (he has a strained relationship with his family, and his father has just had a medical crisis) as well as an investigation that grows more complicated the more he probes. The relationship between Devine and Jones builds slowly...neither trusts easily, and in a politically connected case like this the stakes are high. Previous books in the series have been more focused on the business world, while this installment launches into the realm of geopolitical shenanigans, It's not the best Baldacci I've read, but it is a competent, fast-paced read that mixes action and intrigue, and is sure to appeal not only to fans of the author but also to readers of Vince Flynn, James Patterson and Harlan Coben. My thanks to NetGalley and Grand Central Publishing for allowing me access to the book in exchange for my honest review.
Travis Devine, aka the 6:20 man - former Ranger turned Wall Street analyst turned DHS investigator - is called in when intelligence analyst Bill Walker is abducted off the streets of Manhattan one stormy night. Theresa Lee, a determined investigative journalist, was left shot and near dead at the scene as well. The two appear to have bumped into one another and gotten into a heated argument, based on camera footage, but what their connection might have been and why they were fighting is unclear. Walker was in the process of divorcing his wife Charlotte, the only daughter of Australian billionaire business magnate Carlton Woolwine, and had recently left his work with the Five Eyes for private enterprise; the motivation for both is unclear. Walker's body soon turns up in Australia, which sends Devine Down Under to continue delving into the situation He pairs up with Sydney homicide detective Anais Jones, and the two start navigating difficult territory. Was Walker's death related to his work or his personal life? Was Theresa Lee collateral damage, or was she a target as well? The two investigators must dodge other law enforcement groups, Russian mobsters, and less than cooperative family and friends of the dead man and balance national security concerns with the ballooning information industry...and hope they can trust one another as they do so.
All In is the fourth action thriller featuring Travis Devine, and while it can be read as a standalone those readers who have read preceding volumes will have a deeper understanding of Devine's backstory. It is a solid read, featuring a complex plot and threads of international intrigue, rich people behaving badly and the very topical issue of AI and the business world's scramble to own a piece of the action. Devine is juggling personal issues (he has a strained relationship with his family, and his father has just had a medical crisis) as well as an investigation that grows more complicated the more he probes. The relationship between Devine and Jones builds slowly...neither trusts easily, and in a politically connected case like this the stakes are high. Previous books in the series have been more focused on the business world, while this installment launches into the realm of geopolitical shenanigans, It's not the best Baldacci I've read, but it is a competent, fast-paced read that mixes action and intrigue, and is sure to appeal not only to fans of the author but also to readers of Vince Flynn, James Patterson and Harlan Coben. My thanks to NetGalley and Grand Central Publishing for allowing me access to the book in exchange for my honest review.
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November 13, 2026It is almost difficult to bestow any more accolades on author David Baldacci than have not already been said. There is little left to say about this man who every time out gives us the best in books, with stories that never fail to keep us entertained from first page to last. He has created so many series of books with stand-out characters and stories that leave us anxious for the next installment.
This is book four of the 6:20 Man series, and it is among the best. We once more meet Travis Devine, a retired Army Ranger, now a Federal Investigator. It is a rather unusual opening where a man and women meet on a New York Street during a rainy night. They appear at one point to be getting into some sort of disagreement. Theresa Lee is the woman, a noted war correspondent and journalist, and the man is Bill Walker who is an worker with the Five Eyes Alliance which is an intelligence gathering unit. The two part and unknown people hunt down and abduct Walker, while the female is shot several times, and left for dead when her attackers hear sirens in the distance.
Theresa clings to life, then taken to the hospital hopefully to shed some light on the goings on of that evening. It is believed that Walker was the target and Theresa collateral damage. Travis is brought into the picture, and asked to head to Australia because Walker’s body ends up there in the water, body filled with bullets and shark food as well. In Australia, Travis meets the Woolwine family and encounters the massive wealth and power that they seem to have in the community. Travis does not go it alone, now partnered with Sydney police officer Anais Jones. She certainly is as determined as Travis to find answers, and why the man was targeted for death in New York and ended up in Australia. There is the connection to the Woolwine family as he was the husband of Charlotte Woolwine, or soon to be ex-husband because the two were divorcing.
But there is more intrigue when we discover that Bill Walker was literally a dead man walking, because he was dying of cancer and didn’t have a lot of time left in this world. The Woolwine family has had their own death and tragedy, and as we discover this, there is also a Soviet menace coming to not only wreck havoc with them but want to eliminate Travis before he can find answers. He is targeted and must kill to survive, something he regrets as well. The book gets more intriguing the deeper we get into it, and with over 425 pages, takes intrigue to new levels. David Baldacci is one of the best as noted earlier, and his novels always reflect his expertise and excellence in thrillers.
November 10, 2026
David Baldacci delivers another fantastic thriller with a story that feels bigger, more ambitious, and more internationally dangerous than ever. Taking Travis Devine outside the United States was a great decision, giving this installment a fresh atmosphere while expanding the stakes into a world of political intrigue, intelligence operations, and billion dollar power struggles.
What I particularly enjoyed was the complexity of the conspiracy. Between the Five Eyes intelligence network, the powerful Woolwine family, Russian mobsters, and the constant uncertainty surrounding who can actually be trusted, there is always another layer waiting to be uncovered. Baldacci does an excellent job keeping the tension alive while gradually connecting seemingly unrelated pieces of the puzzle. The international setting also adds a refreshing dimension to the series, and the Australian backdrop makes this installment feel distinct from its predecessors.
Travis Devine continues to be an excellent lead character. His military background, investigative instincts, and ability to navigate increasingly dangerous situations make him someone you genuinely want to follow. His partnership with Anais Jones adds another interesting dynamic to the story, and their investigation provides plenty of opportunities for suspense, unexpected developments, and difficult questions about loyalty.
One of Baldacci's greatest strengths is his ability to take complicated subjects like intelligence gathering, political manipulation, and international espionage and turn them into an entertaining thriller that keeps the pages turning. There are plenty of twists, dangerous encounters, and moments that make you question everything you thought you understood.
Overall, this is a terrific addition to the 6:20 Man series. It has an engaging central mystery, an expanded international scope, memorable characters, and the kind of escalating tension that makes it difficult to put down. Baldacci proves once again why he remains one of the most dependable names in the thriller genre.
What I particularly enjoyed was the complexity of the conspiracy. Between the Five Eyes intelligence network, the powerful Woolwine family, Russian mobsters, and the constant uncertainty surrounding who can actually be trusted, there is always another layer waiting to be uncovered. Baldacci does an excellent job keeping the tension alive while gradually connecting seemingly unrelated pieces of the puzzle. The international setting also adds a refreshing dimension to the series, and the Australian backdrop makes this installment feel distinct from its predecessors.
Travis Devine continues to be an excellent lead character. His military background, investigative instincts, and ability to navigate increasingly dangerous situations make him someone you genuinely want to follow. His partnership with Anais Jones adds another interesting dynamic to the story, and their investigation provides plenty of opportunities for suspense, unexpected developments, and difficult questions about loyalty.
One of Baldacci's greatest strengths is his ability to take complicated subjects like intelligence gathering, political manipulation, and international espionage and turn them into an entertaining thriller that keeps the pages turning. There are plenty of twists, dangerous encounters, and moments that make you question everything you thought you understood.
Overall, this is a terrific addition to the 6:20 Man series. It has an engaging central mystery, an expanded international scope, memorable characters, and the kind of escalating tension that makes it difficult to put down. Baldacci proves once again why he remains one of the most dependable names in the thriller genre.
September 20, 2026
When I finished David Baldacci’s latest book in the 6:20 Man series, I closed my Kindle App and just said WOW and thought of how well the book All In provides thrills, chills, suspense and an intriguing look at the quandary we are in today when it comes to the topic of AI and data centers. Once again Travis Devine, a former Army Ranger now a member of DHS, is brought in to solve a problem that seems to involve possible intelligence consequences. Bill Walker, a member of Five Eyes Alliance, goes missing off the streets of New York while meeting with a war correspondent who is shot and left for dead. Walker's body later washes up on a beach in Australia.
Travis is sent to interview Walker’s wife and her billionaire father-in-law deeply involved in AI. Devine is teamed with Sydney homicide detective Anais Jones. They find themselves constantly questioning what their findings are and how anything connects while often in danger. As the plot develops you accompany Devine in his search for answers often so convoluted you wonder what's next. The people they are facing are dangerous and no holds barred in response to their investigation. Who is responsible for what? Why are the Russians involved? Why the strange behavior of Walker before his kidnapping and why the strange response from his family. Who is behind what involves AI, data centers, billionaires, control and international security, exactly what we read in the news today. It makes you stop and think and learn along with Devine as you don’t want to miss a minute of the story and put the book down. As always Baldacci’s characterization is the best, Australia as the setting is perfect, and the topic is timely and very effectively told. Don’t miss the next episode in the series, All In is a 5 star read. Thank you NetGalley and Grand Central Publishing for the ARC.
Travis is sent to interview Walker’s wife and her billionaire father-in-law deeply involved in AI. Devine is teamed with Sydney homicide detective Anais Jones. They find themselves constantly questioning what their findings are and how anything connects while often in danger. As the plot develops you accompany Devine in his search for answers often so convoluted you wonder what's next. The people they are facing are dangerous and no holds barred in response to their investigation. Who is responsible for what? Why are the Russians involved? Why the strange behavior of Walker before his kidnapping and why the strange response from his family. Who is behind what involves AI, data centers, billionaires, control and international security, exactly what we read in the news today. It makes you stop and think and learn along with Devine as you don’t want to miss a minute of the story and put the book down. As always Baldacci’s characterization is the best, Australia as the setting is perfect, and the topic is timely and very effectively told. Don’t miss the next episode in the series, All In is a 5 star read. Thank you NetGalley and Grand Central Publishing for the ARC.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
David Baldacci seems to always deliver a good, suspenseful story. He does so again with All ln, the fourth book in the 6:20 Man Series. I have enjoyed all the books in this series with former Army Ranger Travis Devine who now works as a federal investigator. If you have not read this series, start with book one –The 6:20 Man, 2022.
This time the story is primarily set in Australia and concerns the theme of AI and Data Centers, both hot topics in current news cycles, so I looked forward to reading this novel. Devine’s joins DS Anais Jones in Sydney to help solve the case of a reporter and an Australian government agent attacked in NYCity. The reporter is only barely alive, and the agent washes ashore at an exclusive dock near Sydney. What is the connection, and why kill a man who was already dying of cancer?
The relationship between Devine and DS Jones builds with the story. She may be a cop in Sydney, but the body count and the government push back leaves DS Jones with nowhere to go. Devine’s more rouge approach to problems pulls the less experienced cop into a great deal of danger. Typical Baldacci fare.
The theme of this thriller is fresh and frankly chilling. The wealthy family of the dead agent reminds the reader where the real power in the world lives. All In is another Baldacci winner for me. I am giving it a 4 of 5 because I think that parts of the book drug while Baldacci moves the reader on to the next revelation. Overall, I recommend this book. In fact, I love this entire series.
My rating: 4 of 5
This ARC title was provided by Netgalley.com at no cost, and I am providing an unbiased review.
All In will be published on November 10, 2026.
This time the story is primarily set in Australia and concerns the theme of AI and Data Centers, both hot topics in current news cycles, so I looked forward to reading this novel. Devine’s joins DS Anais Jones in Sydney to help solve the case of a reporter and an Australian government agent attacked in NYCity. The reporter is only barely alive, and the agent washes ashore at an exclusive dock near Sydney. What is the connection, and why kill a man who was already dying of cancer?
The relationship between Devine and DS Jones builds with the story. She may be a cop in Sydney, but the body count and the government push back leaves DS Jones with nowhere to go. Devine’s more rouge approach to problems pulls the less experienced cop into a great deal of danger. Typical Baldacci fare.
The theme of this thriller is fresh and frankly chilling. The wealthy family of the dead agent reminds the reader where the real power in the world lives. All In is another Baldacci winner for me. I am giving it a 4 of 5 because I think that parts of the book drug while Baldacci moves the reader on to the next revelation. Overall, I recommend this book. In fact, I love this entire series.
My rating: 4 of 5
This ARC title was provided by Netgalley.com at no cost, and I am providing an unbiased review.
All In will be published on November 10, 2026.
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