A compelling, fast-moving contemporary thriller: In Albany, New York, the governor's infant daughter disappears without a trace from her crib at the Executive Mansion. Hours later, newly divorced and down-and-out writer Jamie Carter is abducted from the streets of Manhattan. Jamie is whisked upstate, where she is forced by her captor, Don Bailino, an ex-war hero/successful businessman, to care for the kidnapped child in a plot to delay the execution of mobster Gino Cataldi - the sixth man to be put to death in six years by hardliner Governor Phillip Grand. What prevails is a modern-day thriller about family ties, loyalty, murder, betrayal, and love that's told in deftly interweaving narratives that follow the police investigation of the missing Baby Grand, the bad guys who took her, and the woman who found the strength to protect her.
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Editorial Reviews
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"A perfect thriller from Dina Santorelli - heart-stomping, emotion-packed and utterly surprising. Readers will be gripped by the tightly woven story and richly layered characters. A terrific read!"
- Ellen Meister, author of The Other Life
"What an enjoyable read! It pulled me in at the beginning and didn't let go until the last page. Very difficult to put down! I'm already looking forward to the author's next book."
- Joseph Mugnai, publisher, Family magazine
"A superb debut for Dina Santorelli. A well-crafted novel that's also a page-turner. Baby Grand's a winner; you won't want to put it down."
- Julia Markus, critically acclaimed biographer and winner of the Houghton Mifflin Literary Award for her novel Uncle
"Dina Santorelli has the gift of a natural storyteller, and Baby Grand sweeps along at a frantic pace, plunging the reader into a tale with wonderfully real characters you care about. It's very human, very exciting, and absolutely engrossing."
- Chris Nickson, author of the Richard Nottingham series of historical mysteries
"Dina Santorelli has a natural talent for weaving together characters and scenes, creating a plot that grips tighter with every page. If you value your sleep, do not read before bed!"
- Torre DeRoche, author of Love with a Chance of Drowning
- Ellen Meister, author of The Other Life
"What an enjoyable read! It pulled me in at the beginning and didn't let go until the last page. Very difficult to put down! I'm already looking forward to the author's next book."
- Joseph Mugnai, publisher, Family magazine
"A superb debut for Dina Santorelli. A well-crafted novel that's also a page-turner. Baby Grand's a winner; you won't want to put it down."
- Julia Markus, critically acclaimed biographer and winner of the Houghton Mifflin Literary Award for her novel Uncle
"Dina Santorelli has the gift of a natural storyteller, and Baby Grand sweeps along at a frantic pace, plunging the reader into a tale with wonderfully real characters you care about. It's very human, very exciting, and absolutely engrossing."
- Chris Nickson, author of the Richard Nottingham series of historical mysteries
"Dina Santorelli has a natural talent for weaving together characters and scenes, creating a plot that grips tighter with every page. If you value your sleep, do not read before bed!"
- Torre DeRoche, author of Love with a Chance of Drowning
About the Author
Voted one of the top two authors on Long Island for 2013 (Long Island
Press), Dina Santorelli has been a freelance writer for over 15 years
and has written for Newsday, First for Women and CNNMoney.com, among other publications. She served as the "with" writer for the nonfiction title, Good Girls Don't Get Fat (Harlequin, 2010), and is the current Executive Editor of Salute and Family magazines for which she has interviewed many celebrities, including James Gandolfini, Tim McGraw, Angela Bassett, Mario Lopez, Gary Sinise and Kevin Bacon. Dina also blogs about the writing life at makingbabygrand.com. Baby Grand is her first novel.
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
By Viki Skliris
Format:Kindle Edition
As an avid thriller reader, it takes a lot to impress me. Many books are riddled with bad writing, uninteresting characters and predictable plots. Not this one! I was lucky enough to get an advance copy of BABY GRAND and it did not disappoint. With real characters and interwoven plots, I was hooked from page one. Dina Santorelli knows how to tell a story and I can't wait to read more!
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By Karen Glick
Format:Kindle Edition
This book was fast paced and captured my attention within the first few pages. I couldn't put it down. The characters were interesting and well developed. I can't wait to read the next one. Thanks for a great read. You will not be disappointed with this pick.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Kindle Edition
Absolutely loved it - I can't wait for the next book - a fast read - I am not a big reader and I read it in 5 days - couldn't put it down - loved the local references and current time frame- local author who I am very proud of - keep writing -
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By katie c
Format:Kindle Edition
Writing a well crafted thriller is not for amateurs, and Dina Santorelli ably demonstrates that she's done the reseaarch and is well on her way to mastering the art form. Santorelli deftly interweaves plot, action and character introspection, giving her main characters palpable, believable inner lives and motivations. Highly recommended.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By Lauraanne
Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase
I have always been a fan of this genre but lately have been unable to find a book to capture my interest. Baby Grand did just that, I was hooked in no time! Good story and great characters!
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By Lisa C.
Format:Kindle Edition
Baby Grand by Dina Santorelli was the perfect way to start off my summer vacation. I read the book in one day because you can't put it down. I really enjoyed it, and I'm looking forward to more titles from Dina!
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By Christine G.
Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase
Captivating is the best description for Baby Grand by Dina Santorelli. Fast paced, well written triller that hooks you in from the first few pages. It was difficult to put down! The cast of characters keeps it interesting and entertaining. The authors style of writing makes it an enjoyable, easy read. Can't wait to see what Santorelli comes up with next!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By suedar
Format:Paperback
loved the plot, loved the characters and can't wait for the sequel! loved the setting on LI and having been to most of the area's........my entire bookclub enjoyed this book and the subsequent discussion.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars
Fiction, Suspense/Thriller
Gino Cataldi is on the verge of receiving a lethal injection, courtesy of the State of New York. Don Bailino will use any means possible to stay the execution. Read more
Published 14 days ago by Jill Bemis
5.0 out of 5 stars
Couldn't put it down!
BABY GRAND by Dina Santorelli was a spell binding thriller. The characters were so real you could picture them in your mind and the ending was a big surprise. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Bookworm
5.0 out of 5 stars
Baby Grand
What a great read. The first line drew me in and reading Baby Grand, sure kept me in suspense that I read the book in two sittings.
A must read!
A must read!
Published 2 months ago by BookWorm
3.0 out of 5 stars
Say what? Oh Lordy....referring to the ending
This kept my interest throughout most of it, although it did stretch credibility at times. At first I thought it would be quite vulgar after a horrible rape scene and much... Read more
Published 2 months ago by mzglorybe
5.0 out of 5 stars
Can't wait for her next book!
This was a great read. Everything I like in a suspense/thriller. Well-written, fast-paced and enough twists and turns to make it a real page turner. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Jclee
5.0 out of 5 stars
Finished in two days.....
Enjoyed the book immensely, having finished it in two sittings. It was full of suspense, and it was difficult to put the book down because I couldn't help wondering what always... Read more
Published 3 months ago by MRRYonkers
5.0 out of 5 stars
Did not want it to end!
Great book! Loved the characters! Loved the plot! Loved the writing! Waiting for the next one!
Hope this is a movie one day!
Hope this is a movie one day!
Published 4 months ago by Deborah Dananberg
5.0 out of 5 stars
Loved reading "Baby Grand"
I devoured this book. Definitely a page turner that kept me up most of the night! I loved how the characters and plot line came together in this fast-paced read. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Adina M. Genn
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fantastic
I couldn't put this book down once I started reading it. The author pulls you into the story immediately and then adds new characters, different twists and turns that leave you... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Stacey Bailey
5.0 out of 5 stars
loved it!!
Excellent story line. Couldn't put the book down. Would recommend to others, already have!! Would read this author again. Enjoy!
Published 4 months ago by roseann
More About the Author
Voted one of the top two authors on Long Island for 2013 (Long Island Press), Dina Santorelli has been a freelance writer for over 15 years and has written for Newsday, First for Women and CNNMoney.com, among other publications. She served as the "with" writer for the well-received Good Girls Don't Get Fat and most recently contributed to Bully, the companion book to the acclaimed film. Dina is the Executive Editor of Salute and Family magazines for which she has interviewed many celebrities, including James Gandolfini, Tim McGraw, Angela Bassett, Mario Lopez, Gary Sinise and Kevin Bacon. Dina also blogs about the writing life at http://makingbabygrand.com. Baby Grand is her first novel.
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