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A Minute to Midnight (Atlee Pine, #2)

David Baldacci
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A Minute to Midnight (Atlee Pine, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019

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David Baldacci

A Minute to Midnight (Atlee Pine, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Details
Pages

432

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Georgia • Contemporary

Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In A Minute to Midnight by David Baldacci, FBI agent Atlee Pine returns to her Georgia hometown to investigate her twin sister's kidnapping from decades earlier. As Pine unravels personal and local mysteries, she encounters new dangers and buried secrets that challenge her determination and skills. The novel blends suspense, crime investigations, and personal revelations.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

85,290 ratings

86%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

David Baldacci's A Minute to Midnight receives mixed reviews. Fans praise its gripping plot and well-developed characters, especially the protagonist Atlee Pine. Critics, however, find the pacing uneven, with some sections dragging. Overall, it's a solid thriller with engaging twists but may not be Baldacci's strongest work.

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Who Should Read A Minute to Midnight (Atlee Pine, #2)?

Fans of suspense-packed thrillers akin to James Patterson's Alex Cross series or Lee Child's Jack Reacher novels will relish David Baldacci's A Minute to Midnight. Ideal readers enjoy dynamic characters, intricate plots, and a blend of mystery and psychological intrigue, making it perfect for those captivated by gripping detective tales.

4.4

85,290 ratings

86%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Fun Facts

A Minute to Midnight is the second book in the Atlee Pine series by David Baldacci, following the adventures and investigations of the titular FBI agent.

David Baldacci, the author of A Minute to Midnight, has written over 40 novels for adults, and his books have been published in more than 45 languages.

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Prior to embarking on his writing career, Baldacci practiced as a corporate lawyer for nine years.

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Book Details
Pages

432

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Georgia • Contemporary

Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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