Travis Devine, the 6:20 Man, has met his match and it’s not “the girl on the train” (who still wants to kill him), but 12 year old (going on 42) Betsy Odom. Devine gets called into an unusual custody dispute: Danny Glass has 86 pending RICO charges against him and has an ankle monitor. Suddenly his sister and her husband die under suspicious circumstances, orphaning their daughter Betsy, who has never met Uncle Danny. The FBI has temporary custody of Betsy while Uncle Danny declares he wants guardianship of his niece. Devine once served in the Army with Glass, so he’s called out as a liaison. But Travis gets a bit attached to the wise-beyond-her-years pre-teen and starts investigating her family’s deaths. Complicating matters is the last novel’s “girl on the train” who finds herself actually killing off some guys who want to kill Travis now even though that’s what she wants to ultimately do. Yes, twisted. But it’s not necessary to have read the previous 6:20 Man installment in order to thoroughly enjoy this action packed thriller.

Betsy is an amazing character and truly the star of this book, although Devine has a solid cast of supporting characters with Detectives Stephen Braddock and Beth Walker, FBI Agent Ellen Saxby and his boss Emerson Campbell. This is another well-written book by author Baldacci who never disappoints his readers. 5 stars!

Literary Pet Peeve Checklist:
Green Eyes (only 2% of the real world, yet it seems like 90% of all fictional females): Not quite. Betsy has muted hazel eyes.
Horticultural Faux Pas (plants out of season or growing zones, like daffodils in autumn or bougainvillea in Alaska): NO There is an interesting story about how termites kill trees from the inside out.

Thank you to Grand Central Publishing and NetGalley for an advanced reader copy!

Loving this series! Travis gets into another complicated situation involving a young girl, the mysterious death of her parents, and a criminal uncle. Lots of unexpected twists, alliances and (as per usual) violence! Baldacci gets it right every time...keep them coming.

This is the third book in the Travis Devine “6:20 man” series.
I gave it the following SCORE:
Setting: Present day, Seattle and other sites within Washington state
Characters: Travis Devine, all-around superhero, Pru Jackson, the “girl on the train” and Travis’ nemesis from previous tales, Betsy Odom, a precocious 12-year-old who is the real star of the book, enigmatic FBI Special Agent Ellen Saxby, and a great cast of people you love to hate.
Overview: Betsy’s parents have died under suspicious circumstances and her uncle wants custody even though he has a criminal history and is under a RICO investigation. The eventual determination of that custody and the complex involvement of the uncle and sinister forces in a small town in Washington make this an excellent story that consistently holds interest.
Recommendation: I rate this book 4 stars
Extras: How the plot escalates from a simple protective custody case to a much larger conspiracy make this story engaging. While it isn’t necessary to have read the previous two books in this series, it would certainly help to frame this story and have more appreciation for the lead characters and their changing relationship.
Thanx to NetGalley and Grand Central Publishing for the opportunity to provide this candid review.

You know those authors whose books you automatically put on hold as soon as you hear they’ve got a new one coming? Baldacci is definitely one of those writers for me, so I was delighted to read his latest 6:20 Man thriller early!

Travis Devine is an ex-military/former finance man who now works for a covert government agency. Devine is called to Seattle to assist the FBI on an assignment – safeguarding a girl, Betsy, whose parents have just been murdered and whose uncle is on trial for RICO charges. Devine will not only need to contend with foes who are using Betsy as a pawn in a high-stakes political game, but there’s also an old enemy who is trying (again!) to murder him. What starts as a seemingly simple assignment turns more and more deadly, and Devine will have to be careful who he trusts.

This one is another page turner from a true master of his craft! Baldacci does a great job of leading the reader one way and then totally surprising them with an unexpected twist. I really enjoyed how the relationship between Devine and Betsy evolved throughout the story. I also loved the two family friends of Betsy’s parents, Nate and Korey. There were so many great characters in this story – truly one of Baldacci’s best!

Definitely a book for library purchase. Thanks to #netgalley and the publisher for the opportunity to read an ARC.

The third Travis Devine book, “To Die For” did not disappoint and in fact was the most enjoyable of the series thus far for me. Travis encountered, and neutralized, many threats during his previous missions. In this latest installment, the seemingly simple task is to assist the FBI by escorting orphaned, twelve-year-old Betsy Odom to a meeting with her last living relative, a nefarious uncle who is under federal investigation. Needless to say, simple things become complicated very quickly. Danger lies ahead, relationships are tested and loyalties are not always what they seem. I enjoyed the twists and turns. The book kept me interested and reading constantly from beginning to end. Baldacci is such a prolific author yet manages to consistently turn out stories that are worth reading.

Travis Devine, our latest DHS hero from David Baldacci, returns for a thrilling assignment in the Pacific Northwest. Hoping to lay low for a while to avoid The Girl On The Train and remain alive, instead he finds himself in the midst of murder, kidnapping and overthrowing the government.

David Baldacci has given us another page-turner in "To Die For", the third book in the 6:20Man series. This is a must read for anyone who enjoys thrillers.

Travis Devine is back in this third book of this series. The girl on the train is also back and we learn more about her. He’s asked to go find out about why he has to guard this 12 year old girl. The story has so many twists and turns you don’t see it coming when it ends. Great series and I hope it keeps going!

Fans of Travis Devine, in David Baldacci’s 6:20 Man Series will want to immediately pick up the third installment of the series, To Die For, where Travis is sent to escort a 12 year old girl to see his uncle, who is an international criminal and who wants to take custody of his niece, Betsy Odom after her parents are murdered. Travis had served in the military with Betsy's uncle, but it had been years, and he is under federal indictment for several crimes. Betsy is being guarded by a seemingly bumbling, uncaring FBI agent, and Betsy doesn’t like her much; neither does Travis. However, escorting Betsy turns into a long-term investigation that is dangerous for all involved. In addition, The Girl on the Train, from a previous novel in the series, comes back to kill Travis, so he must watch from all sides.

Anyone who has read Baldacci knows why he is an international bestselling author. He is a master storyteller, and this excellent novel is no exception. He has a way of keeping readers on the edge, and is responsible for keeping readers up late at night. Travis Devine is a good protagonist, and is upstanding and likeable even though he is subjected to plenty of danger. The supporting characters are well developed, and readers will be able to see them in their mind’s eye as real people. Baldacci has a way of building suspense and the twists and turns are believable and surprising. The dénouement is also a surprise.

As usual, Baldacci gets five stars for an excellent novel.

Special thanks to NetGalley for supplying a review copy of this book.

This 3rd installment is part of an explosive series, and right from the start this book
seems to specialize in actual explosions.. To get right down to it, this book is about
personal integrity, loyalty and dedication to mission that we have come to know in
Travis Divine. His latest mission is complicated and pulls both good and bad folks
in to a complicated story involving an orphan who is still on the radar for the bad
people who killed her parents, and the ‘uncle’ who wants desperately to adopt
her~which may not be the best idea, even given what we will learn about him…
This story will see Travis come face to face with former comrades from his past,
and we will also briefly see him in contact with ‘The Girl on the Train.’
This is a complicated, exciting, well written book. I look forward to the 2025
offering.
My thanks to Grand Central Publishing via NetGalley for the download
of the book for review purposes.

This fast paced title kept me up way past my bedtime. I love seeing what Travis gets into at any given moment. I didn't figure all of it out, but I did some! (That always makes me happy.) I enjoyed Betsy and Kor and Nate. Supporting characters make the best stories. I can't wait for the next in this series!

Glad I found this series. Its fast-paced and enjoyable reading. The addition of the girl on the train was fun and interesting.

You just about can't go wrong with Baldacci. I was surprised to see a second 6:20 man book and more surprised by the third. Pleasantly, surprised. I've read and enjoyed nearly all of this his books. Great read. Well written. None of the sloppy mistakes we so often see now. I definitely recommend this book, this whole series. If you haven't read one and two, I suggest reading those first. We encountered a character in this book from the first book and I expect we'll be seeing more of this person.

If you haven't read Baldacci, especially his series (John Puller, Amos Decker, 6:20 Man), definitely grab some and get started.

Travis is back in the latest installment of the 6:20 man. At the same time Travis is trying to stay alive he is tasked with protecting a 13 year old girl. This is definitely a page turner. The action starts from the first page and there are quite a few twists in the story that will keep you guessing. Thank you to net galley for an advanced readers copy.

This entire book is owned by one little girl. Her name is Betsy and she is EVERYTHING.

In fact, she’s such an awesome character that the parts of the book without her in it pale.

I loved her growing relationship with Travis and her incorrigible spirit. I loved that she tried so hard to be brave and tough, even as she was hurting.

There were other characters in the book, but I barely remember them because it’s all Betsy lol.

I want more of her.

• ARC via Publisher

There’s a lot going on in To Die For, David Baldacci’s 6:20 Man Thriller. Travis Devine is a welcome returning character. He is assigned to a case involving a 12 year old girl whose uncle is seeking guardianship. But, the uncle is under federal investigation. And, as expected, there’s a tug and pull between characters and agencies including the girl on the train, an enemy of Devine. A gripping and excellent read!

Once again,David Baldacci delivers a tight thriller with twists and turns. A plot that is all too real - domestic terrorists - offers a chilling backdrop to a high-octane tale of espionage and patriotism. A fun read. Scary, too.

To Die For by David Baldacci is a classic David Baldacci thriller, with fast-paced action, suspense, mystery and a whole lots of twists. This was such an engaging read and I loved how it ended. Thank you, Netgalley and Grand Central Publishing for giving me the ARC in exchange for my honest review.

If you read Baldacci--and you should--you will be pleased with his latest book. He doesn't fail to deliver and I found the storyline and characters particularly engaging in this one. What is there to say, really? I sincerely hope he's working on his next book!

Thank you to NetGalley for an advance copy of this book. As usual, I could not put it down!

Well, well, well, look who's back – it's Travis Devine, and he's not messing around this time!

Baldacci's third installment in the 6:20 Man series hits the ground running and doesn't let up. You know those books that have you stealing moments throughout the day just to read one more page? This is one of those. I haven't been this engrossed in a thriller for ages, and let me tell you, it was time well spent.

Now, a word to the wise – while you can enjoy this as a standalone, do yourself a favor and start from the beginning if you can. The character development, especially for Travis, is the chef's kiss. It's like getting to know a complex friend over time – each book adds another layer.

This time around, Travis is off to Seattle on what seems like a straightforward FBI gig. But come on, when has anything ever been straightforward for our guy? What starts as a simple escort mission for a young orphan becomes a web of conspiracy. And let's not forget about that mysterious "girl on the train" – it looks like that particular plot thread is about to come to a head!

Baldacci's writing is as sharp as ever, keeping you guessing and flipping pages late into the night (sorry, not sorry, sleep schedule). The pacing is spot-on, the twists are clever, and the characters continue to evolve in ways that keep you invested.

All in all, this is a solid 4.5 stars from me. You can't go wrong here if you're a fan of thrillers that keep you on your toes and characters that feel like old friends (albeit very dangerous ones). I can't wait to see what Travis Devine gets up to next!

Big thanks to Netgalley and Grand Central Publishing for the early copy. It's always a treat to get a sneak peek!