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Nobody [Kindle Edition]

Creston Mapes
4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (87 customer reviews)

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Book Description

American Christian Fiction Writers: "Book of the Month"

They said, "He's a nobody."
They were dead wrong.

When reporter Hudson Ambrose hears an early morning call on his police scanner about an injured person at a bus stop on Las Vegas Boulevard, he rushes to the scene to get the scoop.
His world is blown off its axis when he discovers a murdered homeless man with a bankbook in his pocket showing a balance of almost one million dollars. Should he wait for the police, knowing the case will get lost in reams of red tape, or swipe the bankbook and take the investigation--and perhaps a chunk of the money--into his own hands?

With sirens bearing down on the scene, Hudson makes an impulse decision that whisks him on a frantic search for answers, not only about the mysterious man in the black Converse high-tops, but about the lost soul lurking within himself.

Uncovering bizarre links between a plane crash, a Las Vegas pit boss, a dirty cop, and a widowed Atlanta business mogul, Hudson is forced to find out, who was Chester Holte, what was he doing on the streets, and why are his homeless friends convinced he was an angel in disguise?


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"A wild ride...a captivating mystery." -- Christian Retailing

"Absolutely riveting from opening scene to final page." -- Best-Selling Author Deborah Raney

"Creston Mapes has given us a wonderful gift with Nobody. The story compels, 
the pages fly, the city of Las Vegas pulsates with life. Nobody rocks!" -- Author and Pastor, Jud Wilhite

"A taut, entertaining novel of mystery, intrigue and spiritual truth. Creston Mapes deals a winning hand in Nobody." -- Best-Selling Author James Scott Bell

"Tantalizing storytelling and unique plot twists abound. A winner." -- Romantic Times

"A savory tale sizzling with deceit, greed, and selfish ambition, seasoned with just the right measure of grace. Highly recommended!" -- Best-Selling Author Kathy Herman

"An excellent murder mystery." -- Christian Fiction Review

"Nobody had me fascinated from the first paragraph and kept 
the surprises coming to the very end. From now on I'll read anything by Creston Mapes the instant it hits the shelves." -- Best-Selling Author Athol Dickson

"Read this book where you can make a little noise. From the time Hudson Ambrose dips his hand into a dead man's pocket until the moment
this novel ends, you're going to find yourself talking back at the pages." -- Best-Selling Author Tom Morrisey

"Mapes has a way with words. And a way with characters. And a way with dialogue. And a way with story. Read this one. If you can stand the glimpse in the mirror." -- Best-Selling Author Melanie Wells

From the Author

My publisher sent me to Las Vegas for 3 days to research this book. I toured the soup kitchens, medical clinics and tent cities of the homeless, as well as the casinos and clubs. There are homeless people in Las Vegas - lots of them. Could one be an angel in disguise? Just ask Chester Holte...

Product Details

  • File Size: 534 KB
  • Print Length: 362 pages
  • Page Numbers Source ISBN: B0048EL9OU
  • Simultaneous Device Usage: Unlimited
  • Publisher: Green E-Books; Updated eBook version edition (October 2, 2012)
  • Sold by: Amazon Digital Services, Inc.
  • Language: English
  • ASIN: B006BG4QAC
  • Text-to-Speech: Enabled
  • X-Ray: Enabled
  • Lending: Enabled
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #9,296 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)
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The Characters in this book are absolutely amazing, well develop throughout the story. Joe Greenwood  |  11 reviewers made a similar statement
Non Christians don't enjoy being preached at and tend to avoid books like this. Randy Reeves  |  14 reviewers made a similar statement
I couldnt put the book down and just had to keep reading. James A. Nichols  |  14 reviewers made a similar statement
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52 of 62 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Riveting! February 17, 2012
Format:Kindle Edition
Nobody was absolutely riveting from the opening scene to the final page. With compelling characters, a plot that surprised me at every turn, and a subtle, yet profound message that moved me to tears, this book goes straight to the top of my highly recommended list.

(P.S. This was a huge page-turner, but NOT nightmare inducing, a fact I appreciate since it kept me up reading till late into the night!)
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41 of 51 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Storytelling you expect from Creston Mapes September 17, 2007
Format:Paperback
Far from the glittery world of superstar Everett Lester explored in his first two books, The Rock Star Chronicles, Creston Mapes takes us into the not-so-glamorous lives of the Las Vegas homeless community in his latest release, Nobody.

Hudson Ambrose, a reporter for the Las Vegas Review-Journal, responds to a call on the police scanner about a potential shooting at the Civic Center North bus stop. First on the scene, Hud finds the dead body of a homeless man sitting on the bus stop bench. When the police are slow to arrive, Hud decides to go through the man's pockets, looking for any information that might help him with a story. When he finds a bankbook with a balance of $689,000 and a safe deposit box key, he is shocked. While disgusted with himself for stealing from a homeless man, Hud flees the scene with the items; certain there is a blockbuster story in the making. But Hud has no idea what a hornet's nest of trouble his split-second decision will stir up, and how his investigation into the life of one homeless man will alter his own life forever.

If I were to give Creston Mapes' books an underlying theme, it would be Romans 3:22: "We are made right with God by placing our faith in Jesus Christ. And this is true for everyone who believes, no matter who we are" (NLT). From rock stars to homeless men, Mapes has a special talent for creating genuine and compelling characters on authentic journeys of faith--powerfully portraying Christ's love, mercy and redemptive power for all of His children. Creston Mapes, with consistently skillful writing, has become one of the authors whose new books are automatically included on my to-be-read list. If you enjoy page-turning suspense and well-written characters--a story that will not only entertain but also challenge your thinking--then Nobody is the book for you.

Armchair Interviews says: Creston Mapes does it again.
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Nobody ~ Reviewed October 1, 2007
Format:Paperback
I read the book "Nobody" and thoroughly enjoyed it. It kept up the suspense throughout and the ending was a complete surprise. I enjoyed the variety of story lines that were intertwined and was happy that they were adequately resolved before the end of the book.

My only negative comment is that the religious aspect I felt was dragged out a bit too long and had too much emphasis on it in the later chapters. It really wasn't a major issue in the beginning but then began to drag on. I knew what the outcome was going to be and I just kept wishing he would get there so I could find out the "real " ending of the book.

Reviewed by Cathy Schanz
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars Makes You Think
This is an incredible book. It really grabbed my attention and was hard to put down. Creston Mapes created a wonderful character.
Published 9 days ago by Susan F
4.0 out of 5 stars Good Read
This was a good Christian mystery. Loved the relationship part, the witness of the murder victim and the suspense. Would recomend it.
Published 17 days ago by Jodi
5.0 out of 5 stars Well done!
Very interesting plot and characters. I really enjoyed the entire book. Fresh story idea. Looking forward to more to come.
Published 25 days ago by Machobo
5.0 out of 5 stars Surprise story
Wow, was really impressed how this mystery story was interwoven with testimony to having faith and believing in our Lord. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Cathy
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome
I love this book..
.full of action, strong character development, good plots and twists. I would recommend this book to all of my reading friends
Published 2 months ago by Neta B Conley
4.0 out of 5 stars Nobody- a reveiw
My first experience with a Creston Mapes book was Dark Star and its sequel. I really enjoyed it and recently referred it to a high school student for a book report assignment. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Penny S. Schultz
4.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable!
This book kept me interested for the entirety of the book. I was raised in a christian home and still maintain the values. Read more
Published 2 months ago by David L. Selby
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant!
Couldn't put it down! Can't wait to read the rest of his books. Well done, Creation Mapes! Keep 'em coming!
Published 5 months ago by Diane Moody
5.0 out of 5 stars Thought provoking page turner
I normally don't write a review as most people have done it much better than I. But I felt that maybe I had a little to add about this book. Read more
Published 7 months ago by P. Antle
5.0 out of 5 stars Great story
The story Nobody is a very interesting book, good pace and suspense. I didn't realize the Christian theme before buying it and found it very informative. Highly recommend.
Published 9 months ago by C Baxter
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www.CrestonMapes.com

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Creston Mapes is the best-selling author of Nobody, Dark Star, and Full Tilt. Creston's new thriller series, The Crittendon Files, will launch June 1, 2013, with the release of Fear Has a Name, which is already receiving stellar reviews. His early years as a reporter inspire many of his novels

A journalist, copywriter, and editor, Creston works from his home-office in Atlanta for some of the nation's top media companies, Christian ministries, and nationally-recognized corporations, including Chick-fil-A, Coke, ABC-TV, and The Weather Channel. In addition to Creston's novels and freelance writing, he has ghostwritten and edited seven non-fiction titles.

Creston is married to his hometown sweetheart, Patty. They have a close-knit family, with four great children, several pets, and a growing number of cars.

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