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Last Man Standing Hardcover – November 6, 2001

by David Baldacci (Author)
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 11,441 ratings
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The sole survivor of a devastating ambush, FBI Hostage Rescue Team agent Web London would do anything to find out what really happened that night--and a ten year old boy may be the unexpected key in this #1 New York Times bestselling thriller.

Web London was trained to penetrate hostile ground and come out alive. Then ten seconds in a dark alley cost him everything: his friends, his fellow agents, his reputation. Among his super-elite FBI Hostage Rescue Team, Web was the sole survivor of a high-tech, devastating ambush.

Now Web is trying to put his life back together and understand what really happened. To get answers, he'll need the help of psychiatrist Claire Daniels and the one other human being who lived through the attack--a ten-year-old boy. But when his search leads him back to that bloodstained alley, Web suddenly realizes he is about to face his assassin again. And this time, one of them will become the Last Man Standing.
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    November 6, 2001
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  6. ISBN-10
    0446525804
  7. ISBN-13
    978-0446525800
  8. Lexile measure
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Last Man Standing has the essential elements of a terrific David Baldacci novel: a tough but tender-hearted hero, dirty dealings in the nation's bureaucracy, and a roller-coaster plot. Web London, a member of the FBI's Hostage Rescue Team, froze up on a drug raid and thus became the sole survivor of a remote-controlled ambush that killed six of his compatriots. Now the only witness has disappeared and the inside man on the botched raid has gone underground.

As a pretty psychiatrist puzzles over the corners of Web's brain that kept him alive, Web himself stays on the move. He's certain that the ambush is connected to the prison escape of a neofascist leader, Ernest B. Free, whom he helped arrest five years earlier, and a series of new murders leads him to a Virginia horse farm and the driving force behind all the carnage. It may seem as though Baldacci gives away the mastermind too soon, but both the bad guys and the good guys are complex enough that there's plenty of punch all the way to the last page. --Barrie Trinkle

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Last year's Wish You Well, a historical family drama set in rural Virginia, proved that Baldacci, previously known for his thrillers (particularly his debut, Absolute Power), can do much more than supply maximum suspense. His latest is another exciting thriller, but one that hasn't forsaken the ambitions of Wish You Well, plumbing the emotions and exploring the shadings of human nature in an impressive way. And for the first time, Baldacci has created characters that readers will demand to see back in a sequel. He has chosen an immensely interesting subject: the (real-life) FBI Hostage Rescue Team, a force so elite that many of the Seals, Delta Force grads and other special ops who apply to it don't make the cut. Baldacci's hero is hostage rescue team superstar Web London, who inexplicably (to himself and others) freezes during an operation that leaves the rest of his team dead; hence, the book's title. Web's investigation into the massacre involves him with several bands of criminals, most notably a white supremacist terrorist cell, a gang of D.C. drug peddlers headed by a charismatic giant, and a secret group involved in both terror and drug activities. At the same time, Web's exploration into why he froze leads him to psychoanalysis and hypnosis, to budding romance and, ultimately, to revelations that tie together all the strands and questions of the immensely complicated plot. This is Baldacci's most accomplished thriller. The action, conspiratorial and overt, shifting from urban to rural and back, is nearly nonstop and expertly drawn; heroes and villains alike are believable and equally flawed; and there's a newfound maturity of tone here, a somber acceptance of the suffering that necessarily attends human life. (On-sale Nov. 6)Forecast: The American flag waving on the book's cover will draw readers' eyes; the strong title and the Baldacci name will carry them to the cash register. Expect hefty sales. Simultaneous audio cassette (abridged and unabridged), audio CD (abridged) and large-print editions.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Grand Central Publishing; First Edition (November 6, 2001)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 548 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0446525804
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0446525800
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 820L
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.7 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.5 x 1.75 x 9.5 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 11,441 ratings

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David Baldacci

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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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4.3 out of 5 stars
11,441 global ratings

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Customers find the book engaging and well-written. They appreciate the intriguing plot with many twists and turns that keep them hooked until the end. The characters are well-developed and relatable, making the story relatable. However, opinions differ on the pacing, writing quality, and detail level. Some readers find the pacing fast and suspenseful, while others feel it drags a bit.

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216 customers mention "Readability"196 positive20 negative

Customers find the book engaging with good character development. They enjoy reading it and consider it one of David Baldacci's finest works.

"...Each has strengths and weaknesses. Excellent read!" Read more

"The book kept your interest and was very good. He has written some that you cannot put down. This was not in that category, but a very good read." Read more

"...into a new genre of topics and has produced a book that was a wonderful read...." Read more

"Another excellent book by David Baldacci. So many of his books have twist and turns and you can't just put the book down until you've finished...." Read more

178 customers mention "Plot"136 positive42 negative

Customers enjoy the plot. They find the characters interesting and the storyline suspenseful until the end. The book has a number of intertwined tales that come closer as it progresses. There are many twists and turns, and the author is an excellent storyteller. The beginning raises many questions, making it an exciting and informative read.

"The beginning of the book raises many questions. Keep reading. All the questions are answered, even though many more pop up as the story unfolds...." Read more

"...It has action, suspense, and a little gratuitous sex thrown in at the end for good measure. I read this in less than a week...." Read more

"...The motion starts on page one and never stops. The ending wraps it all up nicely and lays way for more of Web London...?..." Read more

"...Read this book, excellent story and you will not want to put it done until you have finished it." Read more

70 customers mention "Entertainment value"64 positive6 negative

Customers find the book entertaining and exciting. They say it draws them into the action and provides gripping escapism. The author tells a great story without resorting to non-believable elements.

"...Great pace! Held my interest all the way through. Wonderful characters, some are likable and some are not, but each is critical to the plot...." Read more

"The book kept your interest and was very good. He has written some that you cannot put down. This was not in that category, but a very good read." Read more

"...As per his usual style he has created a completely gripping novel with more twists and turns than a mountain road...." Read more

"...This is a standalone that really grabs you and leaves you wanting to keep reading. Good read." Read more

53 customers mention "Character development"38 positive15 negative

Customers find the characters well-developed and fitting their roles. The hero is made human. They appreciate the interesting plots and action.

"...Great pace! Held my interest all the way through. Wonderful characters, some are likable and some are not, but each is critical to the plot...." Read more

"...The characters are larger than life, but don't we all need a little escapism? And don't we all really need to belive in heros?..." Read more

"...Only seldom has a thriller book been more boring -- with a cast of one-dimensional figures that never manage to capture much interest...." Read more

"Loved this book! It has a unique hero, Web London an FBI agent whose face had been mutilated on his left side from an earlier job...." Read more

60 customers mention "Pacing"34 positive26 negative

Customers have differing views on the pacing of the book. Some find it well-paced and engaging, keeping their attention until the end. Others feel it drags a bit and some parts are too drawn out.

"...Great pace! Held my interest all the way through. Wonderful characters, some are likable and some are not, but each is critical to the plot...." Read more

"Excellent character development, generally slower-paced than his others and the story took a while to develop...." Read more

"...Filled with many complex and amazing characters, this book kept me glued until the end...." Read more

"A bit slow at time with too much detail...They good guys prevail at the end. I have to say I did not like the ending...." Read more

48 customers mention "Writing quality"28 positive20 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the writing quality. Some find it well-written and insightful without being verbose. Others mention that the prose is tight but a little too long.

"...Great characters, suspenseful to the end. The prose is tight. Everything he does is intended to entertain and keep the reader totally engaged...." Read more

"...coincidental for my taste and there were times where the prose was a bit forced...." Read more

"...A masterful written novel." Read more

"Last Man was an interesting but difficult book to get through. I enjoyed the book but don’t believe it was Baldacci’s best book...." Read more

33 customers mention "Detail"15 positive18 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the book's detail. Some find it detailed and complex, with an exciting story and twists. Others feel the plot is convoluted and slow, with too much detail on weapons and characterizations.

"Not one of his best. Too much detail about weapons. Took 30% of reading for me to get into the story and start connecting the plot." Read more

"...Interesting characters. Complex situations. Highly recommend this book to anyone who loves law enforcement tales." Read more

"...Plot was thin, a great deal of detail that served more as fluff than being insightful, no suspense and definitely not a "can't put down" book!..." Read more

"David Baldacci has an incredible way of weaving unbelievable twists into his stories...." Read more

19 customers mention "Length"5 positive14 negative

Customers find the book too long. They mention that the horse farm chapter is too long, with a lot of military weapon details. The small type and print take away from the fun of reading.

"...It was a bit too wordy, too many plot deviations and perhaps too long. I really enjoy Baldacci...." Read more

"...The only reason I gave it a 4 versus a 5 was the too long chapter describing the horse farm business - boring and interrupted the plot." Read more

"...Very long even by the author's standards but a solid read...." Read more

"This novel was 100 pp too long... the psychological dimension was a bit too much... it did blend into the plot, but was overdone...." Read more

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I have read a great many of David Baldacci's fine collection of great novels. And I've greatly enjoyed them all since 1] they are page turners, 2] when I finish one, I really look forward to starting to read another, 3] the multiple complex characters are so well developed, 4] I can NEVER figure out how it will end. And Last Man Standing is tops in all those aforementioned reasons why he is a favorite of mine,
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5.0 out of 5 stars Another great Baldacci set of characters
Reviewed in the United States on April 27, 2024
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The beginning of the book raises many questions. Keep reading. All the questions are answered, even though many more pop up as the story unfolds. Great pace! Held my interest all the way through. Wonderful characters, some are likable and some are not, but each is critical to the plot. Each has strengths and weaknesses. Excellent read!
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Bill B
4.0 out of 5 stars Very good book
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The book kept your interest and was very good. He has written some that you cannot put down. This was not in that category, but a very good read.
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GBoswell
5.0 out of 5 stars Baldacci has done it again.
Reviewed in the United States on October 24, 2015
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David Baldacci has done it again. He has jumped into a new genre of topics and has produced a book that was a wonderful read. It has action, suspense, and a little gratuitous sex thrown in at the end for good measure. I read this in less than a week. It wasn't until the very end that everything became clear, and the pieces fit like a glove. I hate when I read a story and I find the pieces don't fit together, but in true Baldacci style even though the story line was convoluted at first but this was by design. Our hero had to go through hell but being in the pre-verbal s$%^t is nothing new. But our hero does weather the storm but when he exits the other side what we have is a new Baldacci hero that I see numerous stories in. If you like to read a story based around one of the heroes of our society, with a plethora demons that dog him but he also has a large contingent of friends who also will stand behind him and help him to prevail. Great book.
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Mark Stavinoha
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
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Not one of his best. Too much detail about weapons. Took 30% of reading for me to get into the story and start connecting the plot.
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Alexis Hawthorne
4.0 out of 5 stars Fast paced, fascinating, but a little far-fetched
Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2001
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You have to love Baldacci if you love suspense. As per his usual style he has created a completely gripping novel with more twists and turns than a mountain road. The characters are larger than life, but don't we all need a little escapism? And don't we all really need to belive in heros? The main character, Web London, is a tortured hero, but a hero through and through. He finds himself fighting on many fronts, even one in his own mind. And while he never knows who to trust, you know you can trust him. Even some of the not-so-good characters turn out to have a heroic streak. And there are a lot of characters to keep track of.
The plot was intricate. I have to admit I wasn't sure where it was going until very near the end. The wrap up was a little coincidental for my taste and there were times where the prose was a bit forced. Bodies litter the sidelines of this story, so it is not for the faint of heart. The motion starts on page one and never stops. The ending wraps it all up nicely and lays way for more of Web London...?
On the whole I would recommend this book to anyone who likes suspense. I thoroughly enjoyed it and lost sleep to read it.
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Tia
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent. Another winner from an excellent author.
Reviewed in the United States on September 24, 2016
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Another excellent book by David Baldacci. So many of his books have twist and turns and you can't just put the book down until you've finished. This books is no exception in the story of Web London, a member of an elite HRT team coming upon a drug bust that goes horribly wrong with all members of Web's team dead except himself who froze at the crucial moment of the attack. Of course Web is feeling overwhelming grief as to what happened and so the story goes in this book. Since many reviewers have gone over the plot of this books in the other reviews, I will go onto say that Mr. Baldacci has such talent in his writing and researching that when explaining scene you feel like you are right there or when explaining legal procedures and processes he's right on. Many of his characters are woman, who are in law enforcement, and who carry themselves as very strong woman figures which I love. Read this book, excellent story and you will not want to put it done until you have finished it.
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Once I got past page 30 for the 5th time I settled into the book and thoroughly enjoyed it. Very long even by the author's standards but a solid read. There is quite a bit going on and you'll find yourself flipping back to earlier parts to connect the pieces. Take notes if you must if you take too long to read it through. Looking forward to picking up book from Baldacci.
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Faithy
5.0 out of 5 stars another twist in the tale.
Reviewed in Canada on July 17, 2023
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Just when you figure,”I got this” David throws in another carefully crafted scenario!
This is a page turner and our new hero, WEB is one tough and stubborn individual.
Hate people of power, who got there not by what they know, but what they didn’t know. The longest chapter in the book is toward the end and thank you, Mr. Baldashi for not chopping it up!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 9, 2024
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Baldacci at his best .gripping and exciting
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Prateek Tomar
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful piece of work
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Details were amazing
Psychiatrist stuff was great
Plot was well knitted and expressed
A great read and a good work by the author
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ein guter plot. spannend.
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