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One Good Deed: Aloysius Archer Book 1 Paperback – 28 April 2020
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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.
- Print length432 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- PublisherPan
- Publication date28 April 2020
- Reading age18 years and up
- Dimensions13.1 x 4.1 x 19.7 cm
- ISBN-101529027500
- ISBN-13978-1529027501
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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
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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
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About the Author
David Baldacci is one of the world's bestselling and favourite thriller writers. With over 130 million copies in print, his books are published in over eighty territories and forty-five languages, and have been adapted for both feature-film and television. 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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- Publisher : Pan (28 April 2020)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 432 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1529027500
- ISBN-13 : 978-1529027501
- Reading age : 18 years and up
- Dimensions : 13.1 x 4.1 x 19.7 cm
- Best Sellers Rank: 20,214 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- 597 in Hard-Boiled Mystery
- 842 in Historical Mystery
- 858 in Historical Thrillers (Books)
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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.


