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Memory Man: The Gripping Thriller You Won't Be Able To Forget (Amos Decker series Book 1) Kindle Edition

by David Baldacci (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 out of 5 stars 103,100 ratings

'Baldacci is the master of American detective stories' - Jeffrey Archer

The first in the Amos Decker series, Memory Man is an astounding novel from blockbuster author David Baldacci, where an extraordinary man races to hunt down a terrible killer.

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When Amos Decker returned home eighteen months ago to find the bodies of his wife and only daughter, he didn't think he could carry on living. Overwhelmed with grief, he saw his life spiral out of control, losing his job as a detective, his house and his self-respect.

But when his former partner in the police, Mary Lancaster, visits to tell him that someone has confessed to the murder of his family, he knows he owes it to his wife and child to seek justice for them.

As Decker comes to terms with the news, tragedy strikes at the local school. Thirteen teenagers are gunned down, and the killer is at large. Following the serious brain injury Amos suffered as a professional footballer, he gained a remarkable gift – and the police believe that this unusual skill will assist in the hunt for the killer.

Amos must endure the memories he would rather forget, and when new evidence links the murders, he is left with only one option.

Memory Man will stay with you long after the turn of the final page. The series continues with The Last Mile.

And enjoy more of Baldacci's enthralling writing with To Die For, the electrifying Travis Devine thriller.

*****

KILLER TWISTS. HEROES TO BELIEVE IN. TRUST BALDACCI.

'One of the world's thriller masters' - Daily Mail

'Baldacci is still peerless' - Sunday Times

'One of the all-time best thriller authors' - Lisa Gardner

'Baldacci delivers, every time!' - Lisa Scottoline

'A master storyteller' - Associated Press

'Baldacci cuts everyone's grass - Grisham's, Ludlum's, even Patricia Cornwell's - and more than gets away with it' - People

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"Compelling...David Baldacci has definitely hit a home run with Memory Man."--Crimespree Magazine

"Baldacci's novels always have an emotional component...But MEMORY MAN stands out among his thrillers for its deeply felt - and earned - sense of catharsis and healing...Baldacci's last few books have been among his best, and it's a pleasure to see him produce emotionally and dramatically intense work at the height of his maturity as a novelist."--Richmond Times-Dispatch

"Perennial bestseller Baldacci unveils an offbeat hero with an unusual skill set and tragic past who takes on the evil mastermind behind a devastating school shooting..[Decker] proves a quirky, original antihero with a definite method to his madness...Readers will want to see Decker back on the printed page again and again." --Kirkus Reviews

"Baldacci weaves a suspenseful story right up to the climactic face-off between these complex and compelling characters. Highly recommended for all thriller fans who love elusive, taunting criminals and the slightly bent but always determined detectives who pursue them." --Library Journal (Starred Review)

"[A] strong first in a new thriller series from bestseller Baldacci....Baldacci supplies a multitude of clever touches as his wounded bear of a detective takes on a most ingenious enemy." --Publishers Weekly

"Baldacci makes it feel fresh." --Booklist

"It's big, bold and almost impossible to put down...Decker is one of the most unusual detectives any novelist has dreamed up...I called this novel a master class on the bestseller because of its fast-moving narrative, the originality of its hero and its irresistible plot....Highly entertaining."--Washington Post

"David Baldacci has written another thriller that will have readers engaged from the first page....Baldacci is a master storyteller...MEMORY MAN works because Amos Decker is an amazing character. Reading how Decker journeys from hitting rock bottom to finding ultimate redemption is nothing short of rewarding." --Associated Press

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Baldacci inhabits the skin of his creations - tripping us up with unexpected empathy and subtle identification ― Sunday Express

The page-turner of the season ― The Times

One of the world's biggest-selling thriller writers, Baldacci needs no introduction . . . Brilliant plotting, heart-grabbing action and characters to die for ― Daily Mail

Baldacci is still peerless ― Sunday Times

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00SN934U8
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Macmillan
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ 23 April 2015
  • Edition ‏ : ‎ Main Market Ed.
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2.7 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 417 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1447277576
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 1 of 7 ‏ : ‎ Amos Decker
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 18 years and up
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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. The feature film adaptation followed, with Clint Eastwood as its director and star. In total, David has published 50 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 programs across the United States.

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Customers find this book engaging and well-written, with a fascinating main character and many twists and turns in the plot. Moreover, the story keeps readers captivated until the end, making it a great start to the Amos Decker series. However, the pacing receives mixed reviews, with some finding it fast-paced while others say it's slow at the beginning.

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665 customers mention ‘Readability’639 positive26 negative

Customers find the book highly entertaining and brilliant.

"Written from a novel angle, great murder and mystery. Brilliant!..." Read more

"...But the story holds you in its grip so a good idea and a good read" Read more

"...in this thriller, then (like me) you can easily get lost in this excellent novel by David Baldacci...." Read more

"Great read. Couldn't put it down. Good story line, well written. Plenty of action, recommend for those that like thrillers." Read more

274 customers mention ‘Storyline’230 positive44 negative

Customers enjoy the storyline of the book, describing it as a lightning-paced thriller with many twists and turns.

"Written from a novel angle, great murder and mystery. Brilliant!..." Read more

"...But the story holds you in its grip so a good idea and a good read" Read more

"Great read. Couldn't put it down. Good story line, well written. Plenty of action, recommend for those that like thrillers." Read more

"This is my second book of his, I really enjoyed this one, I found it gripping and it kept me guessing...." Read more

169 customers mention ‘Character development’142 positive27 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, particularly the fascinating and unique hero with a twist, and one customer notes that Amos Decker has an unfettered mind.

"Baldacci at his best. A new character ,Amos Decker. Sure to become a firm favourite. Looking forward to the next story." Read more

"...A strong and complex story, with lots of twists and turns, good characters but a crime thriller rather than an action thriller, my favourite..." Read more

"I loved the main character and his 'abiliy' fascinated me. It was really sad how their deaths affected him...." Read more

"...The plot is easy to follow, the characters are well described and are immediately loved or hated as the case may be, i defy you to see what's coming..." Read more

135 customers mention ‘Writing quality’129 positive6 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book, describing it as intelligent, readable, and well thought out, with one customer noting its lovely details.

"Written from a novel angle, great murder and mystery. Brilliant!..." Read more

"Great read. Couldn't put it down. Good story line, well written. Plenty of action, recommend for those that like thrillers." Read more

"Good plot and well written" Read more

"I enjoyed it. Nicely paced and easy to read. Quite unexpected turn of events how everything ended - nicely done." Read more

65 customers mention ‘Mystery content’51 positive14 negative

Customers enjoy the mystery content of the book, finding it intriguing and full of surprises, with revealing clues throughout that keep readers guessing until the end.

"Written from a novel angle, great murder and mystery. Brilliant!..." Read more

"...book of his, I really enjoyed this one, I found it gripping and it kept me guessing. So now I've bought a 3rd, hope it's as good as this one." Read more

"...social skills and a tendency to abruptly disappear, proves a quirky, original antihero with a definite method to his madness...." Read more

"It was entertaining but overlong. The coincidences were maybe too many but it still provided decent,engaging reading...." Read more

42 customers mention ‘Start of series’42 positive0 negative

Customers find this book to be a great start to the series, with one customer describing it as a brilliant beginning to the Amos Decker series.

"...His first adventure is very good.I am looking forward to the next time David Baldacci will bring him back to investigate some new cases." Read more

"I love the Amos Decker novels, so many twists and turns, especially this one as you get to know his back story...." Read more

"Some good twists and turns in this book, it’s the first from this author I have read and I will read more" Read more

"...A superb read with more twists and turns with every page." Read more

37 customers mention ‘Interest’26 positive11 negative

Customers find the book highly engaging, keeping them captivated to the end and compelled to read late into the night.

"It keeps you very interested from start to finish." Read more

"As with all Baldacci books they keep you captivated to the end,they are an easy read and he has found another good character in Amos Decker." Read more

"...This story line failed to provide that level of interest that kept you turning the pages - you really wanted to stop reading and turn to the end to..." Read more

"...Lots of detail and human touches to total absorb and hold your attention." Read more

41 customers mention ‘Pace’28 positive13 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the pacing of the book, with some finding it fast-paced with a good plot, while others note that it starts a bit slow.

"I enjoyed it. Nicely paced and easy to read. Quite unexpected turn of events how everything ended - nicely done." Read more

"...The pacing (as with other Baldacci titles) is swift and one never feels that the story is dragging...." Read more

"...The first half of this book was very slow, but speeds up for the second half, assisted by some great characters that I did like Bogart, Mary..." Read more

"So this was classic DB. Well written, fast paced and completely ludicrous story - enjoyable. When you read DB you know what you're getting...." Read more

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  • rob wilson
    5.0 out of 5 stars not a book easily forgotten.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 8 February 2025
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    Written from a novel angle, great murder and mystery. Brilliant! For those of us with memory issues…….. I forgot what I was going to say next.

    Just read the book!
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  • Robert Cullen
    4.0 out of 5 stars plot in the fog
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 18 January 2025
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    The plot jumps about from one snippet to the next and you expect the FBI to follow up on standard procedures
    But the story holds you in its grip so a good idea and a good read
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  • Siltone
    5.0 out of 5 stars If you’re after escapism - read this!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 13 October 2021
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    If you just go with the flow, and accept the scenarios put before you in this thriller, then (like me) you can easily get lost in this excellent novel by David Baldacci. I recall reading this author’s earlier works (Absolute Power was a favourite) and I enjoyed each one of his books. In recent times, friends have recommended the Amos Decker series, so a few days ago I finally got around to buying a copy of the first one: Memory Man. Amos is a strange beast of a man, very unlike the private investigators you find in most novels within this genre. Amos is 6ft 5in tall, weighs a whopping 25 stone, and to all intents and purposes has rather let himself go in recent times. He lives in a one-room apartment situated within a run-down hotel. He’s a former police detective, who left the force after returning home one evening, and finding his wife and daughter brutally murdered. The reason for their murders is a mystery, and the killer has never been found.

    In his younger days, Amos was a professional football player whose career was cut short by a terrible head injury sustained on the field. During his recovery he was found to have developed a condition known as hyperthymesia, which means he never forgets things - an almost perfect memory in other words. This ability has had good, and not so good effects on him. The one downside to this condition is that he has difficulty relating to other people, and shows little in the way of empathy to others, often appearing rude.

    In the novel’s opening pages, Amos finds out about a mass shooting at Mansfield High School, where he had attended as a child. When he realises that his previous partner, Mary Lancaster is investigating the case, he decides to offer his help….

    All I can add is that this was a proverbial page-turner, and had me engrossed for the three days it took to finish it - no mean feat for a 571 page novel! I was so impressed that I’m definitely going to work my way through the following books in the series. For those interested, here’s the series in order:
    Memory Man
    The Last Mile
    The Fix
    The Fallen
    Redemption
    Walk The Wire

    Anyway, for thrill seekers out there I thoroughly recommend this book to you. Many thanks for taking time out to read my review, I do hope you found it of use, and that you feel encouraged to get your hands on a copy of Memory Man. Reading is a passion of mine, and I loved reading this.
    📖 + 📚 = 😊
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  • ValT
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great read
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 20 November 2024
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    Great read. Couldn't put it down. Good story line, well written. Plenty of action, recommend for those that like thrillers.
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  • Lynda Kelly
    4.0 out of 5 stars A Bit Too Boggy
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 18 January 2022
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    It's been years since I read a book by this author, I think because his books are rarely discounted down enough for me !! I will try the second in this series, though I did get a tad bogged down with this one here and there. I liked his brain issue regarding the never-forgetting side of things but I wasn't keen on the seeing in colours and the numbers at all. I think in this case less would've been more. One condition was plenty to suffice and to keep us entertained.
    I really liked the ladies Amos worked with on the case, both Lancaster and Jamison. Though WHY is it always so acceptable in the States to refer to each other by surnames all the time ? To me it is pretty rude but they do it over there all the time with no offence seemingly taken. I don't like it.
    I did make a note that Lancaster's gum-chewing habit got mentioned too often, as did men's pocket squares....not anything I'd usually notice, if not for the needless repetition.
    He wrote "I'd been the first one doing it" and it should be "I'd have been the first one doing it" and Yincision needed a space inserted. Then he writes lighted up, which is an oft-written Americanism I hate, as opposed to lit up, then ferret where I'd use ferry....a lot hung upon a sentence uttered...."But it's good" when the actual wording was "But this is good" so the back 'n forth over that phraseology for me was negated by this.
    It's a good tale but it does get a little boggy and could probably lose 100 pages...I prefer a longer story but not when it ends up being a little padded to me.
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  • Terry B
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 7 December 2024
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    Baldacci at his best. A new character ,Amos Decker.
    Sure to become a firm favourite.
    Looking forward to the next story.
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  • Kheira
    5.0 out of 5 stars Difficile de ne pas l'apprécier !
    Reviewed in France on 22 January 2017
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    Je n'avais jamais lu de livre de David Baldacci. J'ai remarqué que beaucoup de ses livres étaient des best-seller, donc j'ai décidé de découvrir cet auteur en découvrant ce premier lieu. Je ne suis absolument pas déçu.

    L'histoire est vraiment bien faite. Les personnes sont sympas. L'auteur sait nous tenir en alleinne. De plus, contrairement à beaucoup de romans policiers, il n'y a pas d'histoire d'amour interminable qui ne sert à rien dans le sénario. L'auteur va a l'essentiel, et nous livre vraiment un excellent roman. Je vais probablement me laisser tenter par la suite !
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  • Blue Eyes
    5.0 out of 5 stars Amos Decker died twice on a football field, and when he recovered his brain was changed
    Reviewed in the United States on 2 March 2025
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    He now has hyperthymesia, which means he cannot forget anything, anything he sees or reads is stored permanently in his brain. He has synesthesia, he sees things in colors.

    After he was in therapy to help him with his “new” brain, Amos became a cop, then a detective. All this changed when his wife and daughter were murdered in their home. Now he is basically homeless, though he has graduated from living in a cardboard box to living in a hotel room.

    When he gets a visit from his former partner, Mary Lancaster, he learns that a man has turned himself in to the police as the killer of Amos’ family. Amos makes it his mission to,find out if the man is guilty, and during his questioning of the man (during an innovative means of accessing the jail cells) there is a mass shooting at the high school.

    The murder of Amos’s family and the high school shootings become linked and are not the only killings that seem to all lead back to a vendetta against Amos. And it appears that the murderer or murderers are always a few steps ahead of Amos, the Burlington Police, and the FBI.
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  • Leonie Wöhrle
    5.0 out of 5 stars Spannend, mitreißend, absolut empfehlenswert!
    Reviewed in Germany on 21 February 2016
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    Das erste Buch von Baldacci das ich gelesen habe. Es werden definitiv Weitere folgen.

    Sehr gut und verständlich geschrieben - natürlich bracht man einen gewissen Grad Sprachkenntnis.

    Die Figuren sind toll, die Story gut durchdacht. Sie bietet einige Überraschungen und hat mich einfach mitgerissen. Die letzten 200 Seiten habe ich bis spät in die Nacht zu Ende gelesen - Aufhören war nicht möglich :-)
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  • Tanveer
    4.0 out of 5 stars Must read
    Reviewed in the United Arab Emirates on 23 April 2024
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    Must read
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  • jaylu284
    5.0 out of 5 stars Couldn't put it down
    Reviewed in Italy on 29 September 2017
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    Baldacci's story telling is always superb and it's true here. He leaves a trail of crumbs throughout the story that always leaves you wanting more. A good yarn that takes you on an emotional roller coaster. Recommended for anyone who likes a good mystery and in this book you get 2 for the price of 1.
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