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Down to the Wire
A reporter for the Bergen News, Chris Turley could never measure up to his father. Edward Turley, a combination of Bob Woodward and Ernie Pyle, was one of the last great investigative reporters and a difficult man to impress. While stuck covering press conferences and town hall meetings, Chris, his father's legend in mind, has always dreamed of his own Pulitzer, however unlikely it seems.
Then one day while he's waiting to meet a source, a giant explosion takes out half of an office building next door. Shocked into action, Chris saves five people from the burning building. His firsthand account in the next day's paper makes him a hero and a celebrity.
And that's not all. The source's next tip delivers a second headline-grabber of a story for Chris, and suddenly his career is looking a lot more like his dad's. But then it seems this anonymous source has had a plan for Chris all along, and his luck for being in the right place at the right time is not a coincidence at all. What seemed like a reporter's dream quickly becomes an inescapable nightmare.
Down to the Wire, David Rosenfelt's shocking new thriller about an ordinary man who gets exactly what he's always wanted at a price he can never pay, is an intense thrill ride that will have readers racing through the pages right up to the end.
Then one day while he's waiting to meet a source, a giant explosion takes out half of an office building next door. Shocked into action, Chris saves five people from the burning building. His firsthand account in the next day's paper makes him a hero and a celebrity.
And that's not all. The source's next tip delivers a second headline-grabber of a story for Chris, and suddenly his career is looking a lot more like his dad's. But then it seems this anonymous source has had a plan for Chris all along, and his luck for being in the right place at the right time is not a coincidence at all. What seemed like a reporter's dream quickly becomes an inescapable nightmare.
Down to the Wire, David Rosenfelt's shocking new thriller about an ordinary man who gets exactly what he's always wanted at a price he can never pay, is an intense thrill ride that will have readers racing through the pages right up to the end.
294 pages, Hardcover
First published March 16, 2010
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David Rosenfelt
74 books2,894 followersI am a novelist with 27 dogs.
I have gotten to this dubious position with absolutely no planning, and at no stage in my life could I have predicted it. But here I am.
My childhood was relentlessly normal. The middle of three brothers, loving parents, a middle-class home in Paterson, New Jersey. We played sports, studied sporadically. laughed around the dinner table, and generally had a good time. By comparison, "Ozzie and Harriet's" clan seemed bizarre.
I graduated NYU, then decided to go into the movie business. I was stunningly brilliant at a job interview with my uncle, who was President of United Artists, and was immediately hired. It set me off on a climb up the executive ladder, culminating in my becoming President of Marketing for Tri-Star Pictures. The movie landscape is filled with the movies I buried; for every "Rambo", "The Natural" and "Rocky", there are countless disasters.
I did manage to find the time to marry and have two children, both of whom are doing very well, and fortunately neither have inherited my eccentricities.
A number of years ago, I left the movie marketing business, to the sustained applause of hundreds of disgruntled producers and directors. I decided to try my hand at writing. I wrote and sold a bunch of feature films, none of which ever came close to being actually filmed, and then a bunch of TV movies, some of which actually made it to the small screen. It's safe to say that their impact on the American cultural scene has been minimal.
About fourteen years ago, my wife and I started the Tara Foundation, named in honor of the greatest Golden Retriever the world has ever known. We rescued almost 4,000 dogs, many of them Goldens, and found them loving homes. Our own home quickly became a sanctuary for those dogs that we rescued that were too old or sickly to be wanted by others. They surround me as I write this. It's total lunacy, but it works, and they are a happy, safe group.
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I have gotten to this dubious position with absolutely no planning, and at no stage in my life could I have predicted it. But here I am.
My childhood was relentlessly normal. The middle of three brothers, loving parents, a middle-class home in Paterson, New Jersey. We played sports, studied sporadically. laughed around the dinner table, and generally had a good time. By comparison, "Ozzie and Harriet's" clan seemed bizarre.
I graduated NYU, then decided to go into the movie business. I was stunningly brilliant at a job interview with my uncle, who was President of United Artists, and was immediately hired. It set me off on a climb up the executive ladder, culminating in my becoming President of Marketing for Tri-Star Pictures. The movie landscape is filled with the movies I buried; for every "Rambo", "The Natural" and "Rocky", there are countless disasters.
I did manage to find the time to marry and have two children, both of whom are doing very well, and fortunately neither have inherited my eccentricities.
A number of years ago, I left the movie marketing business, to the sustained applause of hundreds of disgruntled producers and directors. I decided to try my hand at writing. I wrote and sold a bunch of feature films, none of which ever came close to being actually filmed, and then a bunch of TV movies, some of which actually made it to the small screen. It's safe to say that their impact on the American cultural scene has been minimal.
About fourteen years ago, my wife and I started the Tara Foundation, named in honor of the greatest Golden Retriever the world has ever known. We rescued almost 4,000 dogs, many of them Goldens, and found them loving homes. Our own home quickly became a sanctuary for those dogs that we rescued that were too old or sickly to be wanted by others. They surround me as I write this. It's total lunacy, but it works, and they are a happy, safe group.
http://us.macmillan.com/author/davidr...
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October 12, 2024
Obviously, or not so obviously, lately I have been on a kick reading this author’s earlier books.
In this second stand-alone book by the author, separate from his Andy Carpenter series, we have another story about an ordinary man who seems to be the “target” of someone. Consider his first stand-alone, “Don’t Tell a Soul,” where something kept happening to his main character, Tim Wallace who seems to be the focus of someone’s supposed “frame” job.
In this story, we have reporter Chris Hurley who is looking forward to talking with an anonymous tipster about “corruption by a high-level government official.” But suddenly an explosion rips through an office building opposite the park where Chris is supposed to be meeting the tipster. (The explosion scenario, although different setting, still seems to follow a similar pattern to what was experienced in “Don’t Tell a Soul.”) By being so close to the explosion, Chris now has the opportunity to write and make headline news with his story about it. But it doesn’t stop here. More tips keep coming in from his source, who refers to himself as “P.T.”. As wonderful as these tips are, who is this PT., and why are they leading Chris in this way?
Chris seeks help from his editor girlfriend, and also readers find an FBI agent and a homicide detective involved, to now figure out who P.T. is. Because quite honestly, P.T.’s behaviors seem rather “unusual” and quite suspicious. Who could this person be and why are they doing this? And, why involve Chris? Will Chris find this person in time before something more terrible happens? Will others believe Chris is not creating these headlines?
The pacing of this novel is quick, the plot twists keep turning, and pages kept moving towards a showdown that will take readers to New Year’s Eve in Times Square. What will readers discover? Will it lead readers to a satisfying conclusion?
As alluded to earlier, the slight problem with this book was that it followed a similar “script” to the author’s first stand-alone, “Don’t Tell a Soul.” Which took away from some of the intensity of this one. It could have been a more enthralling read, had I not found myself comparing it to his other book, as much. Other than that, it still was a relatively good read.
3.5 stars rounded up
In this second stand-alone book by the author, separate from his Andy Carpenter series, we have another story about an ordinary man who seems to be the “target” of someone. Consider his first stand-alone, “Don’t Tell a Soul,” where something kept happening to his main character, Tim Wallace who seems to be the focus of someone’s supposed “frame” job.
In this story, we have reporter Chris Hurley who is looking forward to talking with an anonymous tipster about “corruption by a high-level government official.” But suddenly an explosion rips through an office building opposite the park where Chris is supposed to be meeting the tipster. (The explosion scenario, although different setting, still seems to follow a similar pattern to what was experienced in “Don’t Tell a Soul.”) By being so close to the explosion, Chris now has the opportunity to write and make headline news with his story about it. But it doesn’t stop here. More tips keep coming in from his source, who refers to himself as “P.T.”. As wonderful as these tips are, who is this PT., and why are they leading Chris in this way?
Chris seeks help from his editor girlfriend, and also readers find an FBI agent and a homicide detective involved, to now figure out who P.T. is. Because quite honestly, P.T.’s behaviors seem rather “unusual” and quite suspicious. Who could this person be and why are they doing this? And, why involve Chris? Will Chris find this person in time before something more terrible happens? Will others believe Chris is not creating these headlines?
The pacing of this novel is quick, the plot twists keep turning, and pages kept moving towards a showdown that will take readers to New Year’s Eve in Times Square. What will readers discover? Will it lead readers to a satisfying conclusion?
As alluded to earlier, the slight problem with this book was that it followed a similar “script” to the author’s first stand-alone, “Don’t Tell a Soul.” Which took away from some of the intensity of this one. It could have been a more enthralling read, had I not found myself comparing it to his other book, as much. Other than that, it still was a relatively good read.
3.5 stars rounded up
October 22, 2014
Not quite a 4 star book, but definitely the best by Rosenfelt so far & I've enjoyed over a dozen. Matt Wolfe isn't Grover Gardner, but he's not a bad reader. He did very well with the main voices & was OK with the rest, even the women.
The plot was pretty twisty, but allowed me to figure out just who the bad guy was & then twisted even more. Rosenfelt exposes the character simply by mentioning his name at a point where it confirms the suspicion in a way that rewards the reader. Great job.
There were plenty of likeable characters they didn't always play well together. That made for an even better story since the motivations were very realistic. On the downside, the ending wasn't the best part. The realism of the rest of the story suffered just a bit through hero worship.
All in all, I'm very glad I listened to this & look forward to more by this author.
The plot was pretty twisty, but allowed me to figure out just who the bad guy was & then twisted even more. Rosenfelt exposes the character simply by mentioning his name at a point where it confirms the suspicion in a way that rewards the reader. Great job.
There were plenty of likeable characters they didn't always play well together. That made for an even better story since the motivations were very realistic. On the downside, the ending wasn't the best part. The realism of the rest of the story suffered just a bit through hero worship.
All in all, I'm very glad I listened to this & look forward to more by this author.
April 21, 2021
It is exciting! Took me right in and held me. I didn’t see the twist coming at the end. I like Rosenfelt’s books, especially his Andy Carpenter series
March 26, 2010
Chris Turley works as a reporter for the Bergen News. Chris is a good reporter but he will never be like his father…the legendary Edward Turley. Chris dreams of one day winning a Pulitzer for his work. He just may get the Pulitzer sooner then he thought. Chris receives a phone call from a tipster. The caller tells Chris that he has some information regarding corruption involving a high level government official. Chris agrees to meet the caller at the park. Chris arrives only to the building next door to him blow up. Chris becomes a hero and saves five lives. Chris’s career quickly picks up. Chris soon realizes that he is just a pawn in a sick psycho’s game and it is up to Chris to stop him, before the price gets too high.
I have been eyeing Mr. Rosenfelt’s books for a while now but haven’t tried one until now. Let me start off by saying…WOW! Down to the Wire is a thrill ride every page from beginning until the end. I couldn’t read this book fast enough. I was on the edge of my seat almost the whole time. Chris had a lot of character and depth. He was fully-rounded versus being one-dimensional. There were enough twists and turns to make a suspense/thriller fan like me pleased. I am fully invested in reading more books by David Rosenfelt.
I have been eyeing Mr. Rosenfelt’s books for a while now but haven’t tried one until now. Let me start off by saying…WOW! Down to the Wire is a thrill ride every page from beginning until the end. I couldn’t read this book fast enough. I was on the edge of my seat almost the whole time. Chris had a lot of character and depth. He was fully-rounded versus being one-dimensional. There were enough twists and turns to make a suspense/thriller fan like me pleased. I am fully invested in reading more books by David Rosenfelt.
May 20, 2017
Not a deep story - just enjoyable - bad guys lose - good guys win - dogs are loved by everyone
July 8, 2021
Chris is a reporter working for the Bergen News. He gets a call from a source named P.T. to meet him in a park as he has some information on a great story for Chris to write. While Chris is waiting, the building across the street explodes. Chris rushes in and saves five people and is considered a hero. He gets a lot of notice when he writes about the experience first-hand in the newspaper.
P.T. touches base again about the information he was going to give to Chris which involves the city's mayor. Chris is at the heart of this story and again writes about it first-hand. He's attracting lots of positive attention ... until he just happens to be at the scene of a violent murder. This is when Chris starts to realize that he perhaps being set up by P.T. who has ramped up his killings with random explosions. Chris doesn't know why (though he suspects P.T. has is seeking revenge against his deceased father) and enlists the help of a friend who is a police officer. As the amount of explosions escalate, the FBI are brought in and they start to suspect that perhaps Chris is P.T. to get attention.
I've read many books by this author, mostly his Andy Carpenter series, and this is a stand alone. I like the writing style as it was a bit funny and sarcastic at times. It is written in third person perspective with a focus on where the action is. As a head's up, there is swearing.
I really like the Andy Carpenter series and thought this story was okay. It was a bit farfetched as to how P.T. was able to execute so many explosions without getting caught and I didn't really buy why he was doing it.
Blog review post: http://www.teenaintoronto.com/2021/07...
P.T. touches base again about the information he was going to give to Chris which involves the city's mayor. Chris is at the heart of this story and again writes about it first-hand. He's attracting lots of positive attention ... until he just happens to be at the scene of a violent murder. This is when Chris starts to realize that he perhaps being set up by P.T. who has ramped up his killings with random explosions. Chris doesn't know why (though he suspects P.T. has is seeking revenge against his deceased father) and enlists the help of a friend who is a police officer. As the amount of explosions escalate, the FBI are brought in and they start to suspect that perhaps Chris is P.T. to get attention.
I've read many books by this author, mostly his Andy Carpenter series, and this is a stand alone. I like the writing style as it was a bit funny and sarcastic at times. It is written in third person perspective with a focus on where the action is. As a head's up, there is swearing.
I really like the Andy Carpenter series and thought this story was okay. It was a bit farfetched as to how P.T. was able to execute so many explosions without getting caught and I didn't really buy why he was doing it.
Blog review post: http://www.teenaintoronto.com/2021/07...
June 30, 2021
One of his best - what a great plot.
No dogs but, Dani was there from page 11 on!
No dogs but, Dani was there from page 11 on!
April 5, 2011
First Sentence: If you’re a corpse, you should get your name in the paper.
Reporter Chris Turley dreams of receiving a Pulitzer, as his father did. He receives a call to meet an unidentified source claiming to have a big story. Rather than meet his contact, an office building explodes across from the site and his saving five victims makes him a hero and puts him, and his story, on the front page. A second call follows and a second major headline. But then there’s a body and Chris realizes he’s being led down a path marked by violence caused by his source.
David Rosenfelt writes a series of light legal mysteries I quite enjoy. He has a wonderful voice using humor based on situation and dialogue which is natural and unforced. I had great hopes when I started this book, but they were quickly dashed.
The plot is formulaic and over-the-top predictable. For a reporter, the character couldn’t write; his news stories were ones no publisher would permit. I kept checking the copyright date to see whether this was something the author had written years ago but was only being released now. No such luck.
There was little enough development of the protagonist’s character and none of the villain’s so I never really cared about them. About half-way through, I no longer cared about the story either, but I pushed on. The sentences are short and with no real flow to the dialogue. The suspense was good except you never once doubted that the good guys would be fine in the end and the bad guys not. I will give credit for a very good twist.
My suggestion is to pass on this book but do try Rosenfelt’s Andy Carpenter series instead.
DOWN TO THE WIRE (Thriller/Journ-Chris Turley-New Jersey-Cont) – NR
Rosenfelt, David - Standalone
Minotaur Books, 2010, US Hardcover – ISBN: 9780312373948
Reporter Chris Turley dreams of receiving a Pulitzer, as his father did. He receives a call to meet an unidentified source claiming to have a big story. Rather than meet his contact, an office building explodes across from the site and his saving five victims makes him a hero and puts him, and his story, on the front page. A second call follows and a second major headline. But then there’s a body and Chris realizes he’s being led down a path marked by violence caused by his source.
David Rosenfelt writes a series of light legal mysteries I quite enjoy. He has a wonderful voice using humor based on situation and dialogue which is natural and unforced. I had great hopes when I started this book, but they were quickly dashed.
The plot is formulaic and over-the-top predictable. For a reporter, the character couldn’t write; his news stories were ones no publisher would permit. I kept checking the copyright date to see whether this was something the author had written years ago but was only being released now. No such luck.
There was little enough development of the protagonist’s character and none of the villain’s so I never really cared about them. About half-way through, I no longer cared about the story either, but I pushed on. The sentences are short and with no real flow to the dialogue. The suspense was good except you never once doubted that the good guys would be fine in the end and the bad guys not. I will give credit for a very good twist.
My suggestion is to pass on this book but do try Rosenfelt’s Andy Carpenter series instead.
DOWN TO THE WIRE (Thriller/Journ-Chris Turley-New Jersey-Cont) – NR
Rosenfelt, David - Standalone
Minotaur Books, 2010, US Hardcover – ISBN: 9780312373948
March 6, 2020
I listened to this audiobook. David Rosenfelt is known mostly for his long running humorous series featuring Andy Carpenter, a defense attorney in New Jersey. But, he has written some stand alone thrillers. This book is about a journalist for a New Jersey paper. Chris Turley is the son of a famous investigative reporter. Chris wishes he could be Pulitzer Prize winner, but he is not his dad. One day an anonymous caller tells Chris he has a hot tip and asks to meet him outside a medical building. Just after Chris arrives, but before he can meet his tipster, the building explodes. In shock, Chris staggers to the side of the building still standing and rushes inside to rescue 5 people. He writes a first hand account of his experience and suddenly he is a hero and a celebrity. The tipster calls again and says he still has a big story, but had missed Chris in the mayhem of the bombing. He says his name is P.T. He gives Chris a scoop that turns into another blockbuster story. Suddenly Chris is basking in recognition. But P.T. has all this meticulously planned. He is a serial killer who props Chris up as a hero and then smashes him by continuously calling him, taunting him, and revealing his next kill. The New York area is thrown into fear and paranoia, and the easiest person to blame for all the random killings is Chris. Chris is scrutinized by the local homicide cops and the FBI. He suspects P.T. is seeking revenge for something Chris’s father did. His father was famous for exposing wrong doing and destroying those involved. It is a race against the clock to find P.T.’s real identity and stop him before he vows to kill many in a New Year’s bomb. The end has a couple of really good plot twists.
April 1, 2023
I love David Rosenfelt books. No animals in this one, but a great story.
June 11, 2023
None of this is how journalism works
October 25, 2023
Down To the Wire kept me on the edge of my seat till the very end! This was a Kobo audio book for me and it was a great story to listen to!
Chris Turley is a reporter. He's followed in his father's footsteps but he felt he never quite measured up to his father's expectations. After getting a tip from an anonymous source about political corruption, Chris goes to meet this anonymous source. And then the building across the street from him blows up. He does what he can to rescue some of the people in the building before it collapses completely and becomes an instant hero.
After writing a story about the explosion from his perspective, he get's another call from his source. His life is forever changed because of his source, and the stories that he begins to write. But why did the source come to him? Is there a reason that Chris was chosen by this source? And why are people around Chris dying? Awesome!
Chris Turley is a reporter. He's followed in his father's footsteps but he felt he never quite measured up to his father's expectations. After getting a tip from an anonymous source about political corruption, Chris goes to meet this anonymous source. And then the building across the street from him blows up. He does what he can to rescue some of the people in the building before it collapses completely and becomes an instant hero.
After writing a story about the explosion from his perspective, he get's another call from his source. His life is forever changed because of his source, and the stories that he begins to write. But why did the source come to him? Is there a reason that Chris was chosen by this source? And why are people around Chris dying? Awesome!
August 9, 2020
3-1/2
October 4, 2010
Chris Turley, reporter for the Bergen News, lives in the shadow of his father, award-winning investigative reporter Edward Turley. Chris’s anonymity comes to an end when he witnesses the explosion of an office building while waiting to meet a source. Chris rescues five people and is hailed a hero, finding himself an instant celebrity. Chris’s life and career take a dramatic turn when his source subsequently feeds him information that establishes Chris as an investigative journalist. But Chris’s celebrity status fades as the mysterious source begins randomly killing people, using Chris as his reason for doing so. Law enforcement personnel and the FBI initially suspect Chris is the culprit but eventually turn their investigation outward, following clues that lead to nowhere.
Rosenfelt is best known for his light, comedic Andy Carpenter mystery series. This standalone thriller offers a fast-moving plot filled with twists and turns. Chris is a likable character, an everyday guy thrust into a complicated situation from which there seems no escape. Although some may question the reason behind the murders, the psychopathic killer is well portrayed and adds a thrilling dimension to the plot.
Rosenfelt is best known for his light, comedic Andy Carpenter mystery series. This standalone thriller offers a fast-moving plot filled with twists and turns. Chris is a likable character, an everyday guy thrust into a complicated situation from which there seems no escape. Although some may question the reason behind the murders, the psychopathic killer is well portrayed and adds a thrilling dimension to the plot.
February 16, 2021
2-15-2021. Gret "red herrings".
Down to the Wire by David Rosenfelt
5-10-2010
BEST MYSTERY/THRILLER I've read in TWO years.
I highly, highly recommend it.
A reporter for the Bergen News, Chris Turley is our hero.
A quite read but very enjoyable.
I thoroughly enjoyed the twists and turns.
I won't given anything away. Try to guess the bad guys.
Steve
ps Catherine is not as tickled with this book as I am. So, my tastes aren't like everyone else ( duh.... just look at my list of over 200 recent books) happy reading anyway!
Down to the Wire by David Rosenfelt
5-10-2010
BEST MYSTERY/THRILLER I've read in TWO years.
I highly, highly recommend it.
A reporter for the Bergen News, Chris Turley is our hero.
A quite read but very enjoyable.
I thoroughly enjoyed the twists and turns.
I won't given anything away. Try to guess the bad guys.
Steve
ps Catherine is not as tickled with this book as I am. So, my tastes aren't like everyone else ( duh.... just look at my list of over 200 recent books) happy reading anyway!
June 27, 2015
3.5 A pretty decent story, the surprises weren't totally surpri.sing but the whole plot kept you guessing...right, wrong, right wrong.....and I actually think the protagonist, Chris Turley was a little naive. But it worked great for passing the time back and forth to school when I couldn't wait for school to get out. Yes, I'd read another by this author.
October 14, 2020
Utilizing the genre’s “tools of the trade” (intrigue, plot twists, misdirects, shocking reveals), Rosenfelt crafts another suspenseful tale of a journalist who becomes ensnared by a serial killer and finds himself at the center of the news articles he himself is writing. Two characters from “Don’t Tell a Soul” return, Detective Jonathan Novack and defense attorney Nick Alexander. Entertaining.
December 7, 2020
Not an Andy Carpenter book, but pretty good anyway. It still had me reading til late at night so I could find out how it would end.
Even though the reader is "in the head" of the killer as well as the reporter, Chris, there is still an element of surprise.
My only negative comment on this book is that I'm used to the Andy Carpenter series where there is a lot more humor. This was darker.
Even though the reader is "in the head" of the killer as well as the reporter, Chris, there is still an element of surprise.
My only negative comment on this book is that I'm used to the Andy Carpenter series where there is a lot more humor. This was darker.
April 22, 2021
I thought I knew exactly what was going on and who did it by the time I was 30% through this book. I was partly right but there was a bombshell close to the end. I hadn’t paid enough attention and didn’t catch that this surprise was coming. That raised it from a two to three star book to the four I have given it.
June 29, 2019
Great new character for Rosenfelt . Really enjoyed this. Same pace as his other series but without the dogs. There author is a really good storyteller. This book was a perfect companion for my morning walk. Cant wait to read the next one.
June 1, 2020
A definite departure from Rosenfelt's Andy Carpenter Series, this book is just as humorous and enjoyable. Creative and well-written, this book keeps your attention all the way through. Very well worth the time to read.
March 26, 2010
This was a good book, but I miss Andy Carpenter and his golden retrievers.
February 5, 2013
Even with all the brutality, this well written novel is bound to keep your interest. 8 of 10 stars
January 11, 2018
Unforgettable
What a great book! This is one of David Rosenfelt's many exciting books with many twists and turns. A must read.p
What a great book! This is one of David Rosenfelt's many exciting books with many twists and turns. A must read.p
March 24, 2020
I love David Rosenfelt
January 6, 2021
Excellent! Kept me guessing until the end.
March 28, 2021
Rosenfelt always has great plots!
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April 21, 2021such a good book you will love the constant twists and action
May 19, 2020
Don't base David Rosenfelt's entire work upon "Down to the Wire," a less-than -stellar offering by an author who has created exceptional characters in his Andy Carpenter series. In "Down," characters seem flatter and cliched. There's the gruffy editor, the spunky news photographer, stiff-collared FBI guys and one investigator who sticks with the reporter despite evidence showing otherwise.
Rosenfelt does tell a decent story and the reader is drawn into it. I just expected more from him since his Carpenter books are done so well. In "Down," the humor, what little there is, is forced. And the bad guy.. no spoilers, but it's never explained how the bomber is doing what the bomber is doing. It takes a mastermind to fire off all the explosions and it has to cost a ton of money to do so. Neither are explained. It just happens.
Still, it's an entertaining, light read that provides an escape from all the covid news. (Sad that it takes a mad bomber story to make us lighten up on the world around us).
Rosenfelt does tell a decent story and the reader is drawn into it. I just expected more from him since his Carpenter books are done so well. In "Down," the humor, what little there is, is forced. And the bad guy.. no spoilers, but it's never explained how the bomber is doing what the bomber is doing. It takes a mastermind to fire off all the explosions and it has to cost a ton of money to do so. Neither are explained. It just happens.
Still, it's an entertaining, light read that provides an escape from all the covid news. (Sad that it takes a mad bomber story to make us lighten up on the world around us).
March 4, 2023
Audio book. Well read , Main characters developed nicely. Great story. One big flaw for me. It is mronoun grammar. “Him and I” don’t belong together, if they are the subject, it id hhe and I or we, if they are the object in the sentence it is him and me, or us.” That drives me crazy, and he did not catch it, his editor did not catch it and the narrator either did not catch it. If I can find his email address, I will write to him. If I had a position of power, I would net anyone get a diploma until they straightened their pronouns right. These errors are made by some newscasters, in tv shows all the time. This is written into the second grade language arts program in Florida (not that Florida is getting much right there days 2923).
I even made a series of tapes on You Tube and I yet to interest anyone in putting it into classrooms.
But all in all, great book. Sorry for the rant, but it drives me crazy.
I even made a series of tapes on You Tube and I yet to interest anyone in putting it into classrooms.
But all in all, great book. Sorry for the rant, but it drives me crazy.
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