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Redemption (Amos Decker Book 5) Kindle Edition

by David Baldacci (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.6 out of 5 stars 40,657 ratings
Editors' pick Best Mystery, Thriller & Suspense
Detective Amos Decker discovers that a mistake he made as a rookie detective may have led to deadly consequences in this compelling Memory Man thriller by #1 New York Times bestselling author David Baldacci.

Decker is visiting his hometown of Burlington, Ohio, when he's approached by a man named Meryl Hawkins. Hawkins is a convicted murderer. In fact, he's the very first killer Decker ever put behind bars. But he's innocent, he claims. Now suffering from terminal cancer, it's his dying wish that Decker clear his name.
It's unthinkable. The case was open and shut, with rock solid forensic evidence. But when Hawkins turns up dead with a bullet in his head, even Decker begins to have doubts. Is it possible that he really did get it wrong, all those years ago?
Decker's determined to uncover the truth, no matter the personal cost. But solving a case this cold may be impossible, especially when it becomes clear that someone doesn't want the old case reopened. Someone who is willing to kill to keep the truth buried, and hide a decades-old secret that may have devastating repercussions . . .
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    Amos Decker
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Don't miss Amos Decker in these other bestselling series from David Baldacci! Introducing Amos Decker, a gifted police detective with a perfect memory who must solve a mystery he wishes he could forget: his family's murder. When a convicted killer is saved by another man's confession, Amos Decker, now an FBI special task force detective, must find the truth. Maverick FBI detective Amos Decker must forge an uneasy alliance with the Defense Intelligence Agency to prevent an international incident that could spell the end of the United States as we know it. Star FBI detective Amos Decker and his colleague Alex Jamison must solve four increasingly bizarre murders in a dying rust belt town—and the closer they come to the truth, the deadlier it gets. Amos Decker—​the FBI consultant with a perfect memory—returns to solve a gruesome murder in a booming North Dakota oil town. The “Memory Man” Amos Decker delves into a bewildering double homicide in this new thriller in David Baldacci's #1 New York Times bestselling series.

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"Baldacci turns up the suspense and surprises at a rapid pace in Redemption without sacrificing character or story. With the personal stakes and the steep learning curve that Decker must overcome to find justice, the narrative carries a heavier emotional impact. Essentially, this is another great novel from a master storyteller."―Associated Press

"Staying true to its title, Redemption is a riveting thriller, as relentlessly suspenseful as it is blisteringly original. Baldacci may be an old hand at this but his grasp has never been stronger."―Providence Journal

"Little by little he thaws the case out, exposing a town full of secrets that have far-reaching, international ramifications. Redemption's unusual plot will have you wanting to step back and say 'wait a minute.' But then you remember, this is David Baldacci, the master storyteller, and you keep turning the pages."―The Florida Times Union

"The plot never slows enough to take a breath."―Winnipeg Free Press

PRAISE FOR THE MEMORY MAN SERIES:

"Baldacci is a wonderful storyteller, and he incorporates wonderful characters into baffling conspiracies....He takes on small-town America, capturing both good and bad elements. He demonstrates why these small towns are worth saving. It's a theme he has explored before, but it still has potency and relevance."―Associated Press on The Fallen

"A compelling puzzler...Baldacci is a truly gifted storyteller, and this novel is a perfect "fix" for the thriller aficionado."―Associated Press on The Fix

"Decker is one of the most unusual detectives any novelist has dreamed up...a master class on the bestseller....Highly entertaining."―Washington Post

"Crackling with tension...Reads at a breakneck pace...Bestselling author David Baldacci delivers a thrill ride, as always. Big time. Pick up THE FIX, and you won't put it down until you reach the end. Guaranteed."―BookReporter.com on The Fix

"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

"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 on Memory Man

"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 on Memory Man

About the Author

David Baldacci is a global #1 bestselling author, and one of the world's favorite storytellers. His books are published in over forty-five languages and in more than eighty countries, with 150 million copies sold worldwide. His works have been adapted for both feature film and television. David Baldacci is also the cofounder, along with his wife, of the Wish You Well Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting literacy efforts across America. Still a resident of his native Virginia, he invites you to visit him at DavidBaldacci.com and his foundation at WishYouWellFoundation.org.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07G76M5LD
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Grand Central Publishing
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 16, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.3 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 465 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1538761434
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  • Book 5 of 7 ‏ : ‎ Amos Decker
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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 with a brilliant story full of twists and turns, and they appreciate the layered character development of Amos Decker. The writing is well-executed, and customers consider it part of an amazing series that keeps them interested until the very end. While some customers describe it as a fast-paced read, others find it slow.

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814 customers mention "Readability"754 positive60 negative

Customers find the book readable and engaging, keeping them wanting to continue reading.

"Another great book. Kept me wondering how everything was working together. Hard to put down. Ready for the next one." Read more

"...A great addition to the Amos Decker series...." Read more

"...author has written a very engaging and riveting tale that kept me turning pages for hours...." Read more

"...That’s what made the read worth pursuing. He kept it up through the second and third books, at least to a degree that kept things lively...." Read more

665 customers mention "Suspenseful story"591 positive74 negative

Customers enjoy the suspenseful story of the book, praising its many twists and turns, detailed plots, and unexpected surprises.

"...It's action-packed throughout, and the way it is written with short chapters makes it easy to read with your attention held...." Read more

"...Reminds me of Dashiel Hammet and other very good crime mysteries of the 1930's,40,s and50,s." Read more

"...Redemption is one of his best in my estimation. This book has all the required thrills and chills in a Baldacci book and it is easy to follow his..." Read more

"Great storytelling and fast moving complicated characters all inhabit Redemption. This story takes you in a direction very unexpected...." Read more

284 customers mention "Character development"253 positive31 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, noting that Amos Decker is layered and interesting, with one customer describing him as a huge figure with plenty of detective skills.

"Great storytelling and fast moving complicated characters all inhabit Redemption. This story takes you in a direction very unexpected...." Read more

"...The first memory man book was engrossing. The character of Amos Decker was layered and fascinating...." Read more

"Just really enjoy the character of Amos Dexter. Also enjoy the way Mr. Baldacci gets you into his books...." Read more

"Reading through the series, unusual main character with page turning stories" Read more

180 customers mention "Writing quality"145 positive35 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book, noting it is well written with several twists and easy to read.

"...It's action-packed throughout, and the way it is written with short chapters makes it easy to read with your attention held...." Read more

"...While each novel can be read as a standalone, for me it worked better to read from the first book to date...." Read more

"...I love the fact that David is not a one dimensional writer. I loved "Wish You Well", and have read it several times, and will read it again...." Read more

"...It's Baldacci fare, well written as his his way, but as a fan of the memory man series, there seemed to be a sense of "been there, done that" in..." Read more

123 customers mention "Memory man series"123 positive0 negative

Customers love the Amos Decker/Memory Man series, particularly noting how the protagonist remembers everything, and they appreciate the character's progression throughout the books.

"...The first memory man book was engrossing. The character of Amos Decker was layered and fascinating...." Read more

"I love Amos Decker and have enjoyed the entire Memory Man series, but in this one, it appears that Baldacci ran out of steam...." Read more

"...whose search for the truth is surpassed only by his incredible ability to remember EVERYTHING...calling up memories like video's in his brain...." Read more

"...Compassion coupled with his unique memory capabilities should prove to evolve the quality of future investigations...." Read more

102 customers mention "Series quality"102 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy this book as part of the series, with one customer noting it's the best story in the series, and another mentioning it's a good follow-up to book 4.

"This by far the best series. It keeps you on so much suspense and the ending of each book in this series is jaw dropping." Read more

"Amos Decker does it against! This is a great series! Highly recommend. David Baldacci sure knows how to create a story!❤️" Read more

"The Amos Decker series just gets better and better. Wish I had found it sooner. The next installment is waiting for me." Read more

"Overall, this is a great book series. I feel this book ended really well for Decker, Alex, Mars and everyone involved...." Read more

88 customers mention "Interest"88 positive0 negative

Customers find the book engaging, with one mentioning they enjoyed every twist and turn, and several noting there was no moment of boredom throughout the story.

"...Suspense, mystery, intrigue, and more fill the pages and will keep your nose in the book all the while engaging your mind as you try and solve the..." Read more

"...The character of Amos Decker was layered and fascinating. The exposition of his back story led to genuine sympathy for him...." Read more

"The book was well written and dripped with nostalgia as he travels back to his annual visit to his daughters grave; reliving the memories that he..." Read more

"I enjoy the Memory Man series and find Amos Decker an interesting and engaging character...." Read more

86 customers mention "Pace"50 positive36 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the pacing of the book, with some finding it a fast-paced read that moves quickly through its plot, while others describe it as slow and note that it could have developed faster.

"...The rapid paced last section will make the effort worthwhile..." Read more

"...I wish the endings were elaborated. The end, “ ends” to fast as where the middle drags/repeats its self that’s why the 4/5 stars...." Read more

"Well paced book with the FBI agent, Amos Decker slowly unraveling the facts behind a 13 year old cold case...." Read more

"...His need to find the truth keeps the story plot moving along at a fast pace. His supporting cast fits in nicely...." Read more

Searching for the Truth
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Searching for the Truth
Amos Decker is back in his hometown of Burlington, Ohio to visit his wife and child’s graves. While grieving his family, Meryl Hawkins, his first convicted murder case, approaches him with two issues. First, Meryl tells Amos he has been given a compassionate release from prison as a result of terminal cancer and second, he relates to Decker that he was wrongly accused of four murders 15 years ago by Decker and wants his name cleared. Meryl’s dying request embarks the Memory Man on a journey of mystery, murders and suspicion. Mary Lancaster again joins Amos as his partner in the investigation. Town coverups by multiple characters suspect to killings, (old and current) lies and blame are in abundance. With our old friend, Melvin Mars partnering with Decker and Lancaster, a sordid redemption begins to unfold.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great read
    Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2025
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    This is book 5 of the memory man Amos Decker and, in my opinion, the best one so far. As a reader, the author allows you to participate in the clues that he gives, causing it hard to put the book down because you want to find out what's next. It's action-packed throughout, and the way it is written with short chapters makes it easy to read with your attention held.

    In this 5th book of the series, we start to see Amos Decker become more personally vulnerable and accessible which is a neat evolution from the original introduction of him. I liked that unlike some of the other books, which sometimes went off in different tangents and at times, confusing episodes, that had to rely on a synopsis at the end to help put it all together, this book seemed to flow and make sense. The other books are very good, but again, for me, this book was the best so far.
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  • james coll
    4.0 out of 5 stars Good Guns
    Reviewed in the United States on February 26, 2025
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    I like the entire series and the author.Reminds me of Dashiel Hammet and other very good crime mysteries of the 1930's,40,s and50,s.
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  • Ann
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Very Good Book
    Reviewed in the United States on March 13, 2025
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    I had not had the pleasure of reading a Baldacci book in a very long time. Redemption is one of his best in my estimation. This book has all the required thrills and chills in a Baldacci book and it is easy to follow his thoughts. thank you for once again entertaining me and making me crave more.
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  • rkscott
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another great book.
    Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2025
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    Another great book. Kept me wondering how everything was working together. Hard to put down. Ready for the next one.
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  • Pat Haley
    5.0 out of 5 stars Decker solves his most complicated case to date
    Reviewed in the United States on March 2, 2025
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    Great storytelling and fast moving complicated characters all inhabit Redemption. This story takes you in a direction very unexpected. Fasten your seatbelt and be prepared to be amazed.
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  • MrsLeif
    4.0 out of 5 stars Amos Decker is getting better!
    Reviewed in the United States on November 27, 2022
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    Amos Decker, the man with a perfect recall memory, is back in his hometown. But the visit is not a happy one. He is back in Burlington, Ohio to visit the gravesite of his daughter who would have been fourteen.

    While at the cemetery with his FBI partner, Alex Jamison, Meryl Hawkins shows up. Meryl is the first man Decker and his police partner Mary Lancaster ever put behind prison bars years ago when he was just a rookie. Meryl is there to tell him that he was innocent. He says that he didn't kill those men and the children. He asks Amos to find out the true murderers. The next day, Hawkins is found murdered. Amos knows he needs to investigate even if this means he could lose his consulting position with the FBI. His boss is not happy with him and neither are some of the cops he used to deal with.

    A great addition to the Amos Decker series. Many dead bodies and a sense that Amos was always two steps behind the real killers, kept the story moving and interesting to this reader.

    I still have two more books to catch up but Lucas Davenport had kept me busy for a long time.

    Cliffhanger: No

    4/5 Fangs
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  • lighthouse88
    5.0 out of 5 stars Keep the series and charachters going!
    Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2019
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    If you haven’t yet delved into the world of Memory Man’s main character, Amos Decker, you’re missing out! While each novel can be read as a standalone, for me it worked better to read from the first book to date. I enjoyed seeing how Amos was growing as an FBI agent and as a man who suffered a head injury via the NFL.
    The series introduces Amos when he returns home in book one titled, Memory Man, to learn of the murders of his wife and daughter. From there, Amos spirals into a pit of darkness both professionally and in his personal life. What was really gripping in the latest novel was the way the author wove a mystery. Readers get a hint early as to who is the culprit only to learn…well, I won’t say so as not to ruin it for you who haven’t enjoyed it as of yet.
    The author has written a very engaging and riveting tale that kept me turning pages for hours. There were intricacies that made the story a surprise in the direction it takes and reveals a deeper plot than what is first apparent to the eye. Amos is changing since his appearance in book one and in many ways, he is also the same. There were a few heart touching-moments as I read parts that revealed Amos’s internal struggles and thoughts. Amos Decker is definitely a deep thinker. His personality quirks are at times frustrating to other characters but also endearing.
    I think readers will enjoy watching Amos Decker as he solves crimes, bucks the system and learns to live with loss. The series starts with Memory Man followed by The Last Mile, The Fix, The Fallen and now Redemption. Suspense, mystery, intrigue, and more fill the pages and will keep your nose in the book all the while engaging your mind as you try and solve the puzzle presented in each installment.
    I highly recommend starting at the beginning to really appreciate the character as he changes, grows and in some ways remains the Amos from the first book to the fifth. I hope the author plans more exciting adventures for Amos!
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  • Brigitte
    5.0 out of 5 stars schnelle Lieferung
    Reviewed in Germany on December 13, 2024
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    Spannend, wie Baldacci immer ist.
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  • Peter Eerden
    5.0 out of 5 stars A great series and only gets better.
    Reviewed in Australia on February 1, 2025
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    With this number five in the series under my belt, I am pleased to say the life and times of Amos Decker is really getting fleshed out by the author and his trials and tribulations as he investigates crimes still has that focus on the story and not getting too distracted by the on going personal dialogue. I still did not get the twist in the storyline until it was revealed and this one is a doozy.
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  • Wilson
    5.0 out of 5 stars Gripping story
    Reviewed in India on February 21, 2021
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    David Baldacci, as always, has come up with a gripping story with this book. The chracter development, twists and turns, and the action narrated in detail keeps you engaged throughout the book. I've finished reading all the books in Amos Decker series and can confidently say that this was one of the best books within the series.
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  • Karen
    5.0 out of 5 stars To buy
    Reviewed in France on August 7, 2019
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    I love David Baldacci's books.
    This one has Amos Decker. I like the way DB weaves Amos' troubled soul into each story.
    I can practically feel his discomfort physically. The plot line is interesting.

    I read so many thrillers that often I feel like I am reading the same story on a different version.
    This one has an originality. It kept my mind calculating.
    I definitely recommend.
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  • yukiotoko
    5.0 out of 5 stars 面白い
    Reviewed in Japan on July 27, 2021
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    この作家の作品はあまり読んだことはないが、スムーズに読めて内容も面白い。
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