- Tim Green's most recent novel, The First 48 (0-446-53144-8), was published in Warner hardcover in 2/04 and was a New York Times extended bestseller. It has grossed nearly 71,000 copies. - The Fifth Angel (0-446-53085-9, Warner, 2/03), Green's previous novel, hit the New York Times extended bestseller list and has over 450,000 copies in print combined. - The Fourth Perimeter, published in hardcover in 2002, was a New York Times extended bestseller and People Page-turner of the Week. It has close to 480,000 copies in combined print. - The author is a featured commentator on NPR and Fox Sports, and a regular contributor to Salon.com and USA Today.
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"This book was actually recommended by a friend and I read it in two days! I could not put it down!! The main character is SO engaging and the style of writing is amazing, in my opinion. You can really live and feel what the main character is feeling. He's accused of a crime he did not commit and.....I won't be spoiling the book by telling you his dilemma (; Enjoy!"
— Aileen (5 out of 5 stars)
" This politico-drama-thriller gets very interesting after the first few chapters and includes some very creative plot development! I ripped through it to see what would happen next. This was a fun, exciting novel, especially for anyone who is familiar with upstate NY/Fingerlakes area because that is where much of the action takes place. "
— Suzanne, 2/16/2014" Good book! A fast paced story that kept my attention all the way through. Not bad for a dollar store find! "
— Jenna, 2/1/2014" Count of Monte Christo in modern clothes. Probably a guy novel. I enjoyed it. "
— Grandpa, 2/1/2014" One of the best suspense/mysteries I have read in a long time. I am a huge fan! "
— Ashley, 1/24/2014" Loved this book!!! It's easy to quickly get involved in this book. Finished it in about 3 days. Exciting from beginning to end! "
— Tina, 1/15/2014" I like all the Tim Green books that I have read. This one is pretty out there in terms of plot, but is still very entertaining. A successful lawyer/budding politician is framed for a murder. He escapes and the then the title of the book says it all. "
— Elaine, 1/15/2014" A great thrill. Set-up for murder an up and coming congressmen is sent to prison for life without parole. Twenty years later he escapes and artfully exacts revenge on his enemies. "
— Alan, 1/15/2014" It was a good mystery, but I didn't like all of the language and the sex scenes. They didn't really add to the book. "
— Blythe, 1/12/2014" Such an interesting concept; I continue to be impressed by Tim Green. I am always a fan of prison escape settings, but Green's character development it outstanding. Particularly the characters that seem minimal but grow to strikingly impressive or important roles. "
— Breanne, 1/4/2014" Well-written. Many will like it. I did not like the premise or the moral message. "
— Nikki, 1/1/2014" Have you ever been "wronged"? Probably not the way the protagonist was in this quick read! Boy does he get pay back! "
— Will, 12/30/2013" This is a modern day Count of Monte Cristo. I enjoyed it and it kept my interest. "
— Dara, 12/25/2013" This is a modern day adaptation to the Count of Monte Cristo... althought not nearly as good and with more bad language! I would even recommend the Count of Monte Cristo movie over this book. Not terrible, but not great! "
— Zac, 12/14/2013" I have read a couple of Tim Green novels prior to this one and I have to say this is the best one I have read so far. A good thriller, fast paced, and some twist and turns. "
— Bill, 12/8/2013" A retelling of the "Count of Monte Cristo" as a tale set in the twentieth century. Pretty well done and a satisfying read if you put your disbelief aside. "
— Harry, 11/20/2013" I couldn't get into this book. It sounded good, but to me, just wasn't. "
— Dana, 9/20/2013" The review on the back of the book pretty much tells the reader what to expect... a modern version of The Count of Monte Cristo. The book is a nice quick read with a decent ending. "
— Chris, 5/29/2013" There isn't much in the way of literary merit involved. But it's a nice retelling of The Count of Monte Cristo. I would reccommend the abridged version for road trips. "
— Mazzeo, 2/8/2013" Just "okay." A good premise and fast-paced, but the ending wasn't as satisfying as I'd hoped it would be. Green does a good job of only telling the reader what you need to know, not a lot of fluff. But at the end of the day, this is just another "wronged hero gets his revenge" story. "
— Chris, 12/19/2012" Good read keeps you entertained and on your toes. "
— Miguel, 12/9/2012" Wow, this went in a totally different direction than I thought when I first started reading it. Thoroughly enjoyable and really well paced. I will be seeking out more Tim Green novels to read for sure. "
— Chad, 10/15/2012" It was fast paced - good summer reading. I enjoyed it. "
— Jim, 9/28/2012" Thought I would like this more, but it was basically a male's fantasy that transcended anything resembling reality. "
— Marca, 7/11/2012" A lot like Shawshank. "
— Sara, 1/11/2012" Can't remember. (This review was written in July 2011, years after reading the book.) "
— Peter, 12/20/2011" Didn't plan to read this book, it just fell into my hands. All said and done, good story. If you enjoy Karma, it is for you!! "
— Delaine, 12/11/2011" Not bad, a break from the normal action packed thrillers. "
— Samuel, 8/27/2011" Such an interesting concept; I continue to be impressed by Tim Green. I am always a fan of prison escape settings, but Green's character development it outstanding. Particularly the characters that seem minimal but grow to strikingly impressive or important roles. "
— Breanne, 5/8/2011" It was a good mystery, but I didn't like all of the language and the sex scenes. They didn't really add to the book. "
— Blythe, 2/22/2011" Thought I would like this more, but it was basically a male's fantasy that transcended anything resembling reality. "
— Marca, 6/28/2010" This was a new thriller author for me. It was all about revenge. I thought he would eventually learn something but not so much… I was very disappointed by that! "
— Liz, 1/30/2010" Good read keeps you entertained and on your toes. "
— Miguel, 1/11/2010" Loved this book!!! It's easy to quickly get involved in this book. Finished it in about 3 days. Exciting from beginning to end! "
— Tina, 12/14/2009" I like all the Tim Green books that I have read. This one is pretty out there in terms of plot, but is still very entertaining. A successful lawyer/budding politician is framed for a murder. He escapes and the then the title of the book says it all. "
— Elaine, 8/29/2009" Have you ever been "wronged"? Probably not the way the protagonist was in this quick read! Boy does he get pay back! "
— Will, 8/13/2009" It was fast paced - good summer reading. I enjoyed it. "
— Jim, 7/15/2009" Good book! A fast paced story that kept my attention all the way through. Not bad for a dollar store find! "
— Jenna, 11/1/2008Tim Green is a Syracuse University alumnus. He is a former NFL player, a practicing lawyer, a New York Times bestselling author, a television personality, and a coach. Since 2007, his books have sold more than a million copies. Green lives with his wife and their five children in Upstate New York.
Stephen Lang is a Tony Award–nominated actor who has made a name for himself on stages both at home and abroad. Perhaps most well-known for his role in James Cameron’s Avatar, his other film credits include The Men Who Stare at Goats, Public Enemies, Tombstone, and many more.