Play Audiobook Sample
Lifeguard Audiobook
Play Audiobook Sample
(3.00) - 14,307 listener ratings
Quick Stats About this Audiobook
Total Audiobook Chapters:
Longest Chapter Length:
Shortest Chapter Length:
Average Chapter Length:
Audiobooks by this Author:
Publisher Description
High risk, high reward: a $5 million heist is the perfect job for Ned Kelly. But when it all goes horribly wrong, he discovers a world of secrets and sabotage.
Working as a lifeguard at a Florida resort, Ned Kelly meets a woman he is wild about, the woman of his dreams. It feels perfect in every way - except that she is used to caviar and Manolo Blahniks, and he is used to burgers and flip-flops. She is a guest at the luxurious hotel - he lives above a garage.
So when Ned's cousin offers to cut him in on a rich deal he's been commissioned to execute, Ned can't turn him down. The plan is simple, just a fast break-and-enter. The risk is high, and the reward is even greater--$5 million. But on the night of the heist, something goes devastatingly wrong. Who will save the lifeguard?
Ned walks away from his job, his town, and the woman he's fallen in love with. Runs away, actually, knowing that only velocity and secrecy can save his life. But who is pursuing him? The FBI? Whoever sabotaged the heist? Or is it all somehow tied into his new love - and his oldest enemies?
Download and start listening now!
"Another great book by James Patterson. I had a hard time putting this one down. Even when I was sick, and my eyes felt like someone was in my head trying to scratch them out.This book is one of my favorites of his, right up there with his Alex Cross series. "
— Mary (5 out of 5 stars)
Quotes
-
“A twisty story that will engage the interest of beach-goers everywhere.”
— Publishers Weekly -
“Once again, the indefatigable James Patterson delivers.”
— Barnes & Noble, editorial review -
“Don’t be fooled by the title of Patterson’s latest thrilling yarn—the action goes far beyond the beach…Packing all the punches readers have come to expect from Patterson’s books, this one delivers at every turn.”
— Booklist (starred review) -
“Lifeguard is a fast-paced page-turner…If this is representative of his usual work, then he has just won himself a new fan.”
— BookReporter.com -
“Sexy, action-packed, with danger around every corner, this book engages listeners from the first moment. Billy Campbell heightens the tension with his pacing as he easily takes on the persona of Ned Kelly, lifeguard, thief, and, ultimately, avenger. Told from the Ned’s point of view, this story has it all: murder, mystery, art theft, romance, police chases, FBI agents, all among the wealthy community of Palm Beach. Campbell makes the listener feel Ned’s emotions as the thief becomes a hero and then tries to impress the girl. Music, along with the occasional sound effects, such as gunshots and motorcycle chases, add to the fun and intrigue.”
— AudioFile -
“Patterson and Gross have come up with an enjoyable thriller, and Billy Campbell is skilled in his presentation of the unique plotting, well-developed characters, and fast-paced action. This will definitely be a hot item in all audio collections.”
— Library Journal (audio review)
Awards
-
A #1 New York Times bestseller
-
A USA Today bestseller
Lifeguard Listener Reviews
-
" this book was amazing so many twists. a must read book..!! "
— Megan, 2/15/2014 -
" All I can say is that once again, I was kept on the edge of my seat, real good book! "
— Carl, 2/11/2014 -
" Enjoyable book for a fast-paced, easy read. "
— Cheryl, 2/11/2014 -
" Patterson is clearly one of the most talented writers ever! I don't think there is a book of his I haven't loved...and they just get better and better! "
— Rebecca, 2/9/2014 -
" Very Good; a lifeguard gets involved in an art theft which goes bad leaving his friends dead, as well as his new lover; his only hope is getting an FBI agent/art expert to believe in him. "
— Joe, 2/8/2014 -
" This is one of the best Patterson tales I have read. Literally could not put it down. "
— Rhod, 2/3/2014 -
" James Patterson's an amazing writer. No pages wasted, no useless words. This book will keep you reading 'til end. Left me fulfilled with nice twists. "
— Albert, 2/1/2014 -
" Easy read, mostly plot "
— Alec, 1/24/2014 -
" Not your average romantic fluff...a fairly good story and a quick read. "
— Mom, 1/8/2014 -
" A typical Patterson book, fast moving and keeps you interested to the end. I only gave it 3 stars though because of the highly unlikely love interest that developed in the book. I'm usually completely willing to suspend disbelief, but this was so implausible I thought it detracted from they story. "
— Stanton, 1/5/2014 -
" Lots of believable twists and turns "
— Esther, 12/27/2013 -
" What a thrilling book! Couldnt stop reading just to find out what would happen to him!!! How it all fit into place, James Patterson really knows how to catch your attention, and again the details of each character makes you see them infront of your eyes "
— Niecole, 12/23/2013 -
" Not my favorite book by this author but it still had a few good twists and turns. "
— Jacki, 12/11/2013 -
" listened to this book on tape on a car ride. An OK "read" but made the car ride go a bit faster. "
— Kim, 12/11/2013 -
" Fast, action-filled book. Took place in Brockton and south Florida - even mentioned Stoughton a couple of times. "
— Loreen, 12/8/2013 -
" Not bad - 2nd time I listend to this one. Even though evertying was familiar and I remembered what was happening as it happened, I could not remember what would happen later - good enough that I kept going. "
— John, 11/11/2013 -
" Another enjoyable read by James Patterson. I love the short chapters that keep the story moving at a fast pace. "
— Dawn, 11/4/2013 -
" Read this in preparation for our trip to WPB "
— Rcowden, 9/30/2013 -
" Greay mystery. "
— Carole, 9/11/2013 -
" Not as page-turning as his usual stuff but still OK. "
— Evelyn, 8/16/2013 -
" A quick read that kept me entertained. "
— Kay, 7/16/2013 -
" Another Great Book by Patterson and Gross "
— Dan, 5/5/2013 -
" This book is one CRAZY ride! Every time you think you have it figured out, you don't! LOVE James Patterson!!! "
— Nique, 4/9/2013 -
" This book I had set down for quite some time and when I picked it back up I remembered what was going on so I must have liked it more than I thought I did "
— Anita, 2/21/2013 -
" James Patterson and Andrew Gross make a good team. I truly enjoyed this book and instead of shelving, have returned it to the bottom of my 'waiting to be read box'. It's that good! "
— Leslie, 12/24/2012 -
" Was like every Patterson book ... no idea what is happeningtill the very end ... good light read "
— Stephanie, 12/18/2012 -
" Didn't have a real double twist that I have come to expect from Patterson. A very enjoyable read, but definitely a beach or vacation read. You have to suspend reality to believe that Ned stays on the lam for so long, but hey, its escapism. "
— Ginny, 11/4/2012 -
" This book was great! Quick read, kept my attention "
— Lyndsie, 6/23/2012 -
" I read this a long time ago ... James Patterson is always entertaining. What's not to like? A beach bum gets involved in a big-time crime, and the only person he can trust is the young female FBI agent who ought to be arresting him! "
— Glenda, 6/6/2012 -
" Looking forward to reading my first book on my new Kindle :) "
— Linda, 3/25/2012 -
" Nancy 5 stars; Ron 5 stars with Gross Andrew "
— Ron, 9/29/2011 -
" It was a really good mystery/thriller with a very likeable character, Ned. Bad things seem to happen to him, but he is up to the challenge of finding out who set up and killed his friends, brother, lover..... "
— Jessica, 5/18/2011 -
" I will read almost anything written by James Patterson. "
— Becky, 5/17/2011 -
" Awesommmmmme! I just looooove the story and the romancde is like whoop, breath=taking. James Patterson, I'm gonna find you. :P "
— Amina, 5/12/2011 -
" Another non-gory, great beach read. Plus it includes an art heist. Fun change for psychopathic wackos. "
— Andrea, 5/11/2011 -
" Great book! James Patterson always delivers! "
— Lora, 5/9/2011 -
" It was OK. His books are not so enjoyable to me as they used to be. "
— Catherine, 4/29/2011 -
" I'm a new James Patterson fan! "
— Emily, 4/27/2011 -
" Another enjoyable read by James Patterson. I love the short chapters that keep the story moving at a fast pace. "
— Dawn, 4/14/2011 -
" I think I might have liked this book if it hadn't been categorized as a "thriller." I know this is picky, but I would call it a "mystery," not a thriller. Actually, I probably still wouldn't have liked it. I found it to be kind of cheesy and predictable. "
— Mary, 4/4/2011 -
" Looking forward to reading my first book on my new Kindle :) "
— Linda, 4/3/2011 -
" Good story! Some was predictable, but as always with Patterson's books, there's a lot that you don't see coming. "
— Lydia, 3/21/2011
About the Authors
James Patterson is the most popular storyteller of our time. He is the creator of unforgettable characters and series, including Alex Cross, the Women’s Murder Club, Jane Effing Smith, and Maximum Ride, and of breathtaking true stories about the Kennedys, John Lennon, and Princess Diana, as well as our military heroes, police officers, and ER nurses. He has coauthored #1 bestselling novels with Bill Clinton and Dolly Parton, told the story of his own life in James Patterson by James Patterson, and received an Edgar Award, nine Emmy Awards, the Literarian Award from the National Book Foundation, and the National Humanities Medal.
Andrew Gross is the author of the New York Times bestseller The Blue Zone and The Dark Tide and coauthor with James Patterson of five number-one bestsellers. He has degrees from Middlebury College and Columbia University and lives in Westchester County, New York, with his wife Lynn. They have three children.