This is the third novel in the 6:20 man series. In To Die For we find Travis Devine called in to help protect a 12 yr old girl whose parents have died under mysterious circumstances. When her uncle, who is under a RICO investigation, petition the courts for custody, things begin to get complicated. DHS, FBI, CIA and local cops all get involved in various aspects of the situation.

This mystery thriller has non-stop action and plot twists that keep you turning the page. With a whole cast of realistic characters, some you love to hate and some you just love, it’s easy to get invested in what happens to them. To Die For is well written and can serve as a stand alone if you haven’t read the other two. A great read for a cool fall weekend.

Thank you Netgalley,author,David Baldacci,publisher,Grand Central for the opportunity to read the arc ebook,To Die For.This is the third novel in a series featuring Travis Devine,ex military now working for Homeland Security.He is a tough character looking to serve and protect his country,USA,even when facing death.This story is about a large conspiracy known as 12/24 who want to take over the government and use,by all means necessary,to rule with an iron fist.TD needs to travel to Seattle,WA to solve a murder and protect the young daughter,Betsy Odom,a twelve year old,of the murdered couple. He stumbles upon the secret plans of 12/24 and who its’ members are which is a big surprise.
. The story seems to repeat itself very often,as though the reader is forgetting the premise. The very best part of the book was the last 25%,very exciting. I will look forward to future novels with Travis Devine.
Book goes on sale,January 21,2025

Another wonderful book from Baldacci. I wavered between 4 and 5 stars for this fast-paced, action-filled book, but settled on 5 stars because it's that good of a book. The plot, the characters and the pacing were fantastic. Baldacci has a way of weaving things together and sprinkles in subtle and major twists and turns that kept me engaged and not wanting to put this book down. I like books that carry on with past characters and boy does this book do that - just when you think you know what's going to happen - bam, another twist! Travis Divine is someone I would absolutely want on my side and hope we are fortunate enough to have more books in his story. Many thanks to the Author, publisher, and NetGalley for an ARC - opinions are my own.

Although I thought the beginning was hard to get into this book turned out to be another one of David Baldacci’s hits. There is lots of action going on and it kept me intrigued. This is the third book in the 6:20 series following Travis Devine who has recently returned to the US from overseas. He is a former Army Ranger and is now being sent to Seattle to assist an FBI agent who is guarding the orphaned niece of a purported mobster-type. But nothing is as it seems. I did think there were a lot of characters and sometimes it was hard to keep track of them. This is an excellent thriller.. I received an arc of this book from NetGalley and the publisher. All opinions expressed are my own.

The third installment in the 6:20 man series does not disappoint! It continues the nonstop action featuring Travis Devine and a young girl he is hired to protect. The story unfolds and Travis really has to work to figure out what is going on. The Girl on the Train returns to add mystery to the story and it all builds until it comes together and Travis deals with all the threats to the girl and pieces it all together. Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for the ARC. It is always exciting to have read a much buzzed about book early!

The elusive Travis Devine, the 6:20 Man, returns for another great thriller. He's running against the clock to keep a 13 year old girl alive - but the stakes are high and he has to use every clandestine "trick" he's learned. Baldacci's books never disappoint. Thanks for the advance read!

Book three of the 6:20 man series is a worthy follow up to the two that came before it. Travis Devine has been sent out to guard a 12 year old girl whose parents died, and whose uncle is looking to gain custody of her. He isn't sure why his services are needed, and his boss doesn't have much information about what is going on either. Getting out of town after his close encounter with the girl on the train from his last assignment sounds like a good idea, so he heads to Washington state to oversee Betsy Odom's visit with her uncle.

As it turns out, nothing is ever as simple as it seems, and Travis soon finds himself embroiled in a murder case, while fighting to stay alive himself. The local FBI and Seattle police are also involved, but he isn't sure who he can actually trust. He needs to figure it out fast before he and Betsy's lives are both put in more danger.

To Die For is fast-paced, incredibly well-written, and the characters jump off the page. The twists and turns of the story come at the reader fast and furiously and are sure to keep you entertained all the way to the satisfying conclusion.

Thank you to David Baldacci, Grand Central Publishing and NetGalley for an ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review.


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David Baldacci delivers another explosive page-turner with "To Die For," the third installment in the Travis Devine series. This high-octane thriller takes readers on a coast-to-coast adventure, from Washington D.C. to Seattle, in a non-stop action ride that will keep you glued to your seat.

Travis Devine, our resourceful protagonist, returns with his usual knack for accomplishing any mission. This time, however, he's tasked with what seems like a straightforward assignment: escorting twelve-year-old orphan Betsy Odom to meet her uncle in Seattle. But as any Baldacci fan knows, nothing is ever simple in his world of intrigue and danger.

One of the strengths of "To Die For" is Baldacci's ability to balance high-stakes action with character development. The relationship between Devine and Betsy adds depth to the story, while the looming confrontation with the girl on the train adds an extra layer of tension throughout.

As Devine digs deeper into the circumstances surrounding Betsy's parents' deaths, he uncovers a conspiracy far more extensive than he could have imagined. The plot twists and turns, keeping readers guessing until the very end. Baldacci's masterful storytelling shines as he weaves together multiple threads, including the return of the enigmatic "girl on the train" - a nemesis whose backstory is finally explored, completing her character arc in a satisfying way.

For those who enjoy roller-coaster rides filled with twists, turns, and heart-pounding action, "To Die For" delivers in spades. With crisp prose and relentless pacing, this is a stellar addition to the 6:20 Man series and leaves readers eagerly anticipating Devine's next adventure.

A big thank you to Grand Cental Publishing and NetGalley for providing an advanced reader copy in exchange for an honest review.

To Die For is the third David Baldacci novel featuring Travis Devine, “the 6:20 Man,” set to hit the shelves on November 12. A former Army Ranger, Devine is currently dodging an enemy known to him as Girl on the Train who has been after him ever since he escaped her knife on a train in Switzerland.

He will stay off the GOTT’s radar as he is being sent to the Pacific Northwest to assist the FBI’s Special Agent Ellen Saxby with a12-year-old girl being held in protective custody by the government. He suspects he was chosen for this job because the girl’s uncle, who is under investigation for racketeering, was known to him from their military time in Iraq.

Devine’s first task is to escort orphaned Betsy Odom to a meeting with the uncle she has never met, Danny Glass. At the same time, Devine is investigating the apparent drug deaths of Betsy’s parents—people who Betsy has never known to go near drugs. When Devine interviews the coroner, he finds the doctor’s report has been altered by the police.

As Devine digs in, he learns that what he is up against is a conspiracy that could threaten the whole country. How an orphaned girl and an uncle she has never met figure into this means Devine is going to have to enlarge his team, with two unusual allies as well as his handler in Homeland Security.

David Baldacci has published nearly 50 novels for grownups since his first book Absolute Power in 1996. A Virginia native, Baldacci and his wife Michelle co-founded the Wish You Well Foundation that works to increase literacy in the United States.

My review will be posted on Goodreads starting August 15, 2024.

I would like to thank Grand Central Publishing, a division of Hatchette Book Group, and NetGalley for providing me with an ARC in return for an objective review.

Thrilling and fast-paced with non-stop action! To Die For is one of Baldacci’s best in the Travis Devine series. While he’s fighting for justice, solving mysteries and protecting America, Travis is also helping a confused 12-year old orphan settle into her new life with a newly met uncle. This one is difficult to put down as it explodes to the astonishing finish.

Thanks to NetGalley and Grand Central Publishing for the opportunity to read this ARC.

Another fantastic David Baldacci book. Travis Devine is back and so is the girl on the train. But things don’t go the way you would expect. Devine has been taxed with the care of a 12 year old girl and it’s up to him to keep her safe. He needs help from unlikely sources. I loved this book and this series.

I was given this book by NetGalley for an honest review-
Baldacci always writes a winner and he’s done it again, Travis is to take Betsy who is 12 years old to meet her by uncle after her parents were killed. All he wants to do is stay out of sight as the girl on the train is looking for him. This is easier said than done. Once again he must use his skills to defeat the enemy! And— who is the enemy?

Thank you to the publisher, author and NetGalley for the ARC to this book in exchange for an honest review.

This book seemingly wraps up the Travis Devine story arc with the girl on the train and most certainly not in the way that I expected. At the same time, it isn't fair but his previous book, Calamity of Souls was so good and so heavy that this book feels very lightweight. I suppose I cannot fault the author as I would imagine that previous book took a lot of emotional energy. This book was a fun read; not very heavy but entertaining. I have been a fan of this series and if you enjoyed the first 2 then I would highly recommend this one as well. 4 stars

Another "hold on to your seats" roller coaster ride filled with thrills, mystery, murder and endless mayhem, starring Travis Devine.
Fabulous adventure with all the dangers, intrigue and spellbinding terror that seems to follow him and his "supposed" Homeland Security job, from place to place.
This time, Travis is asked by his boss to go to Seattle and help an FBI agent babysit a young girl whose parents died right in front of her and who is now part of a custody battle being waged by an infamous criminal and possible FBI informant: who also just happens to also be her uncle.
Following him to Seattle is the lady from the train, who wants to kill him.
The story is absolutely riveting as the characters keep changing their spots and the threats to Travis and the girl keep ratcheting up.
Waiting for his next assignment.
Impatiently.

I have loved Baldcci for years, and this Travis series really is the tops. Exciting, well plotted and thrilling. A perfect weekend read, and another example of why Baldacci soars.

A great addition to the series, the 6:20 man. David Vpbaldacci never disappoints, filled with edge of seat suspense.

I really enjoyed this story. I thought it had a lot of intrigue and was well written. I was connected with the characters Ugh dynamics between characters were great. I did have a few issues with things being too convenient” at times or a bit predictable, but that seems to happen a lot in these types of books. Overall a great chapter in the series and good book added to the overall Baldacci library.

Thanks to NetGalley, David Baldacci, and Grand Central Publishing for providing me an advanced reading copy.

The 6:20 Man #3 – We jump right into the action on page one. Travis, the 6:20 man has been slipped a note threatening his life from the Girl on the Train. The action is non-stop, and we leap from one adventure to another in this story. We also learn who the Girl on the Train is, Pru Jackson and ex-CIA agent, who becomes a big part of this story and helps Travis solve this mystery. Travis has been assigned to watch over Betsy Odom, a 12-year-old girl who recently lost her parents and her uncle would like custody. The Uncle has been charged by the FBI in RICO crimes and they are holding this custody case over his head. Travis has been selected because he once served with Betsy’s uncle in the service. Travis almost from the beginning senses that Betsy is in danger and that the FBI isn’t telling him everything and when some of the people that he has spoken to are killed, he realizes that he is being followed and someone wants him dead also. Travis also meets up with The Girl on The Train and finds out that they might be on the same side. I highly recommend this book and the series, and it is one that you won’t be able to put down. Plenty of twists, drama and tons of thrills as you follow Travis on this adventure. Once again Baldacci has a hit on his hands. Thank you, Netgalley and Grand Central Publishing for providing me with an advanced reader’s copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

One can always be certain that a David Baldacci novel will be captivating and will hold your interest in a riveting and exciting thriller. There is a plethora of action in this plot —- “the girl on the train “ who wants to kill Travis Devine, a RICO investigation wherein witnesses are murdered, FBI and DHS agents working together along with local police, an orphaned 12 year old girl who is the subject of a custody battle, etc. The writing is superb and constantly requires the reader to turn the page to see what happens next. This book is highly recommended for all who enjoy this genre and I thank NetGalley and Grand Central Publishing for the opportunity to read and review this book prior to publication.

Review: Review: This author should have written the Jason Bourne series as the current continuation leaves Ludlum spinning in his grave.

This novel has everything you need. Fast pace, great characters built on intense movement and an interleaving of mystery that demands internal sorting. A great read.

4.6/5