The Lifeguard
- Authors: Andrew Gross, James Patterson
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- Type: Novel
- Genres: Mystery
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- Rating: 4.5 based on 3,773 reviews
- Release Date: July 11, 2005
- Print length: 394 pages (Hardcover)
About the book
Everything is going right for lifeguard Ned Kelley. He is involved with Tess, the most beautiful woman he has ever seen and what's more, a million dollars is within touching distance; his share of the score for the robbery of some world-class art. All he has to do is trigger alarms to throw the cops off the scent. But when Tess is brutally murdered and the others involved in the robbery are massacred, Ned is the prime suspect. He has been set up...
Praise for The Lifeguard
Sexy, action-packed, with danger around every corner, this book engages listeners from the first moment. Billy Campbell heightens the tension with his pacing as he easily takes on the persona of Ned Kelly, lifeguard, thief, and, ultimately, avenger. Told from the Ned's point of view, this story has it all: murder, mystery, art theft, romance, police chases, FBI agents, all among the wealthy community of Palm Beach. Campbell makes the listener feel Ned's emotions as the thief becomes a hero and then tries to impress the girl. Music, along with the occasional sound effects, such as gunshots and motorcycle chases, add to the fun and intrigue.
Don't be fooled by the title of Patterson's latest thrilling yarn-the action goes far beyond the beach...Packing all the punches readers have come to expect from Patterson's books, this one delivers at every turn.
Lifeguard is a fast-paced page-turner...If this is representative of his usual work, then he has just won himself a new fan.
Patterson and Gross have come up with an enjoyable thriller, and Billy Campbell is skilled in his presentation of the unique plotting, well-developed characters, and fast-paced action. This will definitely be a hot item in all audio collections.
A twisty story that will engage the interest of beach-goers everywhere.
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