The Forgotten by David Baldicci
Synopsis :
Army Special Agent John Puller is the best there is. A combat veteran, Puller is the man the U.S. Army relies on to investigate the toughest crimes facing the nation. Now he has a new case-but this time, the crime is personal: His aunt has been found dead in Paradise, Florida.
A picture-perfect town on Florida's Gulf Coast, Paradise thrives on the wealthy tourists and retirees drawn to its gorgeous weather and beaches. The local police have ruled his aunt's death an unfortunate, tragic accident. But just before she died, she mailed a letter to Puller's father, telling him that beneath its beautiful veneer, Paradise is not all it seems to be.
What Puller finds convinces him that his aunt's death was no accident . . . and that the palm trees and sandy beaches of Paradise may hide a conspiracy so shocking that some will go to unthinkable lengths to make sure the truth is never revealed.
This is the second book by David Baldacci which features Army Special Agent John Puller. However, it my first introduction to this character and I can say he's a pretty acceptable character. Reminds me a bit of John Reacher, the character of Lee Child but different as well.
It didn't take me long to read The Forgotten. While it's not overly exciting, it was pretty much thrilling. Other than John Puller, the author also introduces a mystery man which adds some hint of uncertainty and mystery as to who he might be and where he stands.
Overall, I enjoyed reading The Forgotten. I can say it's now one of my favourite title by David Baldacci.
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