A brilliant new crime novel from the beloved, bestselling, and award-winning master of the genre–and Joe Pike’s most perilous case to date.Joe Pike didn’t expect to rescue a woman that day. He went to the bank same as anyone goes to the bank, and returned to his Jeep. So when Isabel Roland, the lonely young teller who helped him, steps out of the bank on her way to lunch, Joe is on hand when two … lunch, Joe is on hand when two men abduct her. Joe chases them down, and the two men are arrested. But instead of putting the drama to bed, the arrests are only the beginning of the trouble for Joe and Izzy.
After posting bail, the two abductors are murdered and Izzy disappears. Pike calls on his friend, Elvis Cole, to help learn the truth. What Elvis uncovers is a twisted family story that involves corporate whistleblowing, huge amounts of cash, the Witness Relocation Program, and a long line of lies. But what of all that did Izzy know? Is she a perpetrator or a victim? And how far will Joe go to find out?
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Robert Crais is an exceptional story teller.
For me, Crais is up there, one of the heavies, like John Sanford, Michael Connelly, Lee Child, and others. It’s difficult to rate their books, they are the gold standard, and should all be five stars. A Dangerous Man is no exception. This book is pure entertainment. Excellent craftsmanship. The book has a thriller construction that runs very fast. It’s not overburden with prose or description. What really works in Crais books is how he quickly he sets his conflict and establishes a contract with the reader that says, “This is what I’m going to show you.” The book also runs fast because Crais shows and doesn’t tell. All the scenes are short and to the point. He sets up his transitions so well you have to turn the page to see what happens next.
This is a Joe Pike novel with Elvis Cole as a tagalong. Pike is taciturn and knows how to take care of business. I do enjoy the Elvis Cole books his wry humor and perception of life is opposite of Joe’s. I would like to see another Elvis Cole book with just his point of view.
This story opens with a Damsel in distress and Joe Pike as the knight. There is a secondary plot line that gives relief to the main plot line and involves a reoccurring character named Chen that is done well.
I you like Joe Pike, don’t miss this one it’s a five star for me.
David Putnam author of The Bruno Johnson Series.
Joe Pike’s trip to the bank for a routine deposit ends when he witnesses two men try to kidnap his teller, Isabel Roland. Joe being Joe, he jumps into action and rescues her. However, when the kidnappers are released from jail, they are both murdered. Was kidnapping Isabel a crime of opportunity, or was she a target? Is she safe? Why would someone target her?
Those familiar with the series will notice a similar set up to a previous entry, but that’s where the similarity ends. This book takes off in some unexpected places, and author Robert Crais uses multiple viewpoints well to hook us as events unfold. This is a thriller that kept me glued the entire time. While we don’t learn much new about PI partners Elvis Cole or Joe Pike, it is wonderful to spend time with them and see them in action again. Most of the new characters are wonderful and fully developed, but a few very minor characters are very annoying. Likewise, I don’t find John Chen, a recurring character in the series, that funny. I’m sure the characters who annoy me are supposed to be comic relief, but I just don’t get it. While the book certainly has more language and violence than the cozies I normally read, I didn’t feel it was excessive here. Elvis and Joe have a huge following, and I’m sure there many fans will be thrilled with this book. Pick it up and hang on because it is going to be a very wild ride you won’t want to put down.
Love Elvis and Joe. They are always good for a good read. Have read all of the Crais books. Enjoyed all including this one.
Well, I am caught up with all of Crais’ books and now have to wait for the next one. I enjoyed this one – it kept moving. I wonder if the girl will continue as an interest for Pike?
I read everything he writes.
I’ve liked all of his books. Great writer.
A Dangerous Man is Robert Crais’s new Elvis Cole/Joe Pike book. I’ve read a lot of these books, but it’s been a while, so I’d forgotten just how much I enjoy them, particularly the ones that mainly focus on Joe Pike, who plays Hawk to Elvis Cole’s Spenser (If you catch the Robert B. Parker analogy). Pike is a hard-charging, take-no-prisoners kind of guy, and it’s always a pleasure to see Crais run him through his paces.
Couldn’t put it down!
Love Elvis Cole and Joe Pike!
story will keep you wondering!
If youave read other Robert Craig’s books you know Joe Pike. He is tough, smart and you don’t mess with him. ( think Jack Reacher)
The author must have owed his publisher a book.
like anything robert crais writes. he never disappoints
A great read!
Read some time ago. One of the first I read and was hooked from then on.
Didn’t get the weak reviews. Pike was Pike and it was his story with Elvis a supporting character. Good plot in Robert Crais entertaining style.
Elvis Cole and Joe Pike are,at it again. Two separate incidents are tied together in a pretty good twist out of left field. Danger, fast driving, surveillance, gun fights, attitudes and fist fights are all there. I enjoyed the book and I’m pretty sure you will, too.
I love the way Robert Crais brings his characters to life. His books are engaging and hard to put down until the finish!
It has been awhile since O read this book but I love all of his books.