Long Road to Mercy

Long Road to Mercy, the gripping debut in the FBI Special Agent Atlee Pine series by David Baldacci, a renowned international bestselling author, tells a story of resilience and determination. Haunted by her past, Atlee Pine is driven by the memory of her twin sister Mercy, abducted from their bedroom more than three decades ago. Despite the passage of time, Atlee's pain remains acute, motivating her relentless pursuit of the truth about her sister's fate.The main suspect in Mercy's disappearance, a notorious serial killer named Daniel James Tor, is imprisoned in a maximum-security facility. Yet, he has never confessed, leaving Atlee tormented and driven to find answers. Her journey propelled her into a career with the FBI, where she dedicates herself to capturing criminals like Tor. Based in the rugged Western United States, Atlee has honed her investigative skills with an unwavering commitment to her mission.In her latest assignment, Atlee embarks on a case beginning with a missing person in the Grand Canyon, only to uncover a far more menacing and extensive mystery. The story continues in A Minute to Midnight, offering unexpected turns and deeply admirable heroes. Critics hail Baldacci as a master of thrillers, with praise describing him as one of the world's foremost suspense writers, consistently delivering enthralling narratives.