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One Good Deed: Aloysius Archer Book 1 Kindle Edition
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Murder and family secrets, a touch of romance and deeply-felt revenge - with the twist of all twists - make up the ingredients of One Good Deed. A gripping page-turner for all those who love mystery, crime, Raymond Chandler and Agatha Christie from one of the world's favourite thriller writers, David Baldacci.
In 1949, Aloysius Archer arrives in the dusty Southern town of Poca City. He has nothing but a handful of dollars, the clothes he's wearing and an appointment with his new parole officer. After his wartime experiences in Italy and a prison sentence for a crime he didn't commit, Archer is looking for a fresh start and a peaceful life.
On his first night of freedom, Archer meets local business tycoon Hank Pittleman, who promises Archer handsome compensation to work as his debt collector. Yet Archer takes on more than he bargains for, as he becomes embroiled in a long-running feud between the drought-struck town's most dangerous residents. When one of them dies, the authorities label Archer as their number one suspect.
A bloody game is being played above and below the law. Everybody playing has a deeply buried secret, and Archer must uncover them all - if he's to avoid going back behind bars.
PRAISE FOR ONE GOOD DEED
"Makes the Australian Outback come alive and breeds respect for its survivors" Bill Clinton
- LanguageEnglish
- PublisherMacmillan
- Publication date9 July 2019
- File size3500 KB
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One Good Deed represents David Baldacci’s move into historical crime with a new character, ex- jailbird Aloysius Archer . . . Unsurprisingly, the talented Baldacci proves to be as adept in this new venture as he is in his contemporary-set novels ― Financial Times
A fast-paced investigation with dark secrets, unexpected twists, well-drawn characters and an intriguing plot ― Candis Magazine
A mile-a-minute read that proves once again why David Baldacci has readers the world over flocking for more -- Jane Harper, bestselling author of The Dry
Alternately chilling, poignant, and always heart-poundingly suspenseful -- Scott Turow
David Baldacci is one of the all-time best thriller authors -- Lisa Gardner
A multi-layered protagonist; a plot as deep and twisty as the setting -- Kathy Reichs
Mystery and suspense surround a fabulous new character in an enticing, engaging thriller that does not disappoint ― Live and Deadly --This text refers to the paperback edition.
About the Author
David Baldacci is one of the world’s bestselling and favourite thriller writers. A former trial lawyer with a keen interest in world politics, he has specialist knowledge in the US political system and intelligence services, and his first book, Absolute Power, became an instant international bestseller, with the movie starring Clint Eastwood a major box office hit. He has since written more than forty bestsellers featuring Amos Decker, Aloysius Archer, Atlee Pine and John Puller. David is also the co-founder, along with his wife, of the Wish You Well Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting literacy efforts across the US.
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A mile-a-minute read that proves once again why David Baldacci has readers the world over flocking for more. -- Jane Harper
Alternately chilling, poignant, and always heart-poundingly suspenseful. -- Scott Turow
A multi-layered protagonist; a plot as deep and twisty as the setting. -- Kathy Reichs --This text refers to an alternate kindle_edition edition.
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- ASIN : B07QM4D4C1
- Publisher : Macmillan (9 July 2019)
- Language : English
- File size : 3500 KB
- Text-to-Speech : Enabled
- Screen Reader : Supported
- Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
- X-Ray : Enabled
- Word Wise : Enabled
- Print length : 406 pages
- Best Sellers Rank: 3,019 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
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About the author

David 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. A feature film followed, with Clint Eastwood as its director and star. In total, David has published 44 novels for adults; all have been national and international bestsellers and several have been adapted for film and television. His novels have been translated into over 45 languages and sold in more than 80 countries, with 150 million copies sold worldwide. David has also published seven novels for younger readers.
David is also the cofounder, along with his wife, of the Wish You Well Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting literacy efforts across the United States.
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Ten percent of the novel is taken up by smoking, more time than drinking and sex. There are plenty of anachronisms. I'm pretty sure sure they would not have said " I'm sorry for your loss". Lady love what's that all about. Apart from that it is a good read.
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Yes there are some plot devices which test the limits of credibility, but the story moves along at pace, with good characters and strong writing.
I hope there are more outings for Archer.
