March 25, 2013
Governor Elmer Henderson hands Lucas Davenport a political hot potato in bestseller Sandford’s intriguing 23rd thriller featuring the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension agent (after 2012’s Stolen Prey). Incumbent Republican Sen. Porter Smalls had a slight lead for reelection, until a campaign volunteer accidentally discovered child porn on Smalls’s computer. Now Taryn Grant—a wealthy, ambitious, ruthless Democratic newcomer—might pull off an upset. Though Henderson is a Democrat, he believes Smalls has been framed, and tasks Davenport with quietly and quickly investigating. Up against two of Grant’s “security” men, both tough ex-military operatives, and the election deadline, Davenport needs all his smarts plus help from fellow BCA agent Virgil Flowers (the star of his own series) and computer genius Kidd. Sandford expertly ratchets up the suspense and delivers some nifty surprises as Davenport deals with political nastiness and paybacks regardless of party affiliations. Agent: Esther Newberg, ICM.
June 24, 2013
Sandford’s intrepid detective, Lucas Davenport, of the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, is drawn into a political mystery filled with intrigue, corruption, and murder. With only a few days until the next election, incumbent Republican Senator Porter Smalls faces a potentially career ending scandal when child pornography is discovered on his personal computer. With Smalls professing his innocence, stating that the incriminating photos were planted to kill his reelection bid, Davenport is brought in to investigate. What follows is an intricate, multilayered story that pits Davenport against one of the most callous villains he has ever encountered. Richard Ferrone is undoubtedly the voice of this popular audio series, having provided the narration for all 23 of Sandford’s Prey books. From the opening scene—a truly chilling kidnapping and murder—to the last paragraph, it is clear that Ferrone knows this material and these characters inside and out. His gruff, confident reading keeps the story moving at a smooth, steady pace, and he delivers dialogue with a clear, natural style. Fans will not be disappointed with this latest collaboration between writer and reader. A Putnam hardcover.
October 1, 2013
Sandford's ("Stolen Prey") tale of murder and political dirty tricks finds Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) agent Davenport investigating child pornography allegations against a senator who's up for reelection. Other Sandford characters such as BCA agent Virgil Flowers and computer savant Kidd make cameo appearances as they assist in unraveling this rather predictable political thriller. Actor and narrator Richard Ferrone provides a gritty yet smooth reading of Davenport's latest dilemma. VERDICT Of interest to fans of the series and of the author. [The Putnam hc was a "New York Times" best seller.--Ed.]--Denise A. Garofalo, Mount Saint Mary Coll., Newburgh, NY
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