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The Sentry
A Joe Pike Novel
Series: A Joe Pike Novel
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When you're in mortal danger who can you trust to watch over you? Joe Pike is THE SENTRY in this explosive novel.
'Be warned: once started, you'll have to cancel all engagements until you finish it' Independent on Sunday
When you're in mortal danger who can you trust to watch over you? Joe Pike is THE SENTRY in this explosive novel.
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After the nightmare of Hurricane Katrina, Dru Rayne and her uncle relocated to Los Angeles. Five years later, their struggling restaurant faces a different danger.
When Joe Pike witnesses Dru's uncle beaten by a neighbourhood gang, he offers his own brand of protection, but neither Dru nor her uncle want his help. And neither do the federal agents mysteriously watching their store...
But Pike is falling for Dru and won't back away whether she wants his help or not. As the violence escalates, Joe discovers Dru and her uncle are not who they seem—and now a vengeful, murderous force from their past is catching up with them.
The Sentry by Robert Crais delivers a thrilling narrative packed with suspense and unforeseen twists.
Series: A Joe Pike Novel
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Frank Meyer had got out of the life safely. He had put an end to his mercenary days, turned over a new leaf and settled down with his wife and children. It had been a hard decision but, encouraged by his boss and friend Joe Pike, he had walked away. Ten years later, a group of armed men break into...PaperbackSold Out -
The Sentry
After the nightmare of Hurricane Katrina, Dru Rayne and her uncle relocated to Los Angeles. Five years later, their struggling restaurant faces a different danger. When Joe Pike witnesses Dru's uncle beaten by a neighbourhood gang, he offers his own brand of protection, but neither Dru nor her uncle want his help. And neither do the federal agents mysteriously watching...PaperbackSold Out
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The Sentry by Robert Crais is praised for its thrilling and intense action, with a high body count that keeps readers on edge. Critics appreciate the deep character exploration, particularly of the enigmatic Pike, adding emotional depth. Robert Crais is celebrated for his exceptional talent in creating suspenseful, atmospheric novels that captivate readers, making them difficult to set aside.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781409120421
Publisher: Orion Publishing Co
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 15 March 2012
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Orion (an Imprint of The Orion Publishing Group Ltd )
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 27.0mm
Width: 201.0mm
Height: 133.0mm
Weight: 274g
Pages: 400
About the Author
Robert Crais is the author of the bestselling Cole and Pike novels. Crais began a successful career in television in the 1970s, writing scripts for such major series as Cagney and Lacey, Miami Vice and Hill Street Blues. In addition to the Cole and Pike novels, he has also written several bestselling stand-alone thrillers. Crais lives in Los Angeles with his wife and family.
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