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In his first book since the national best-seller Silent Witness, Richard North Patterson uses his mastery of characterization and suspense to give us a story of startling realism and originality--an extraordinary novel of presidential politics. In the year 2000, Senator Kerry Kilcannon's insurgent campaign against Vice President Dick Mason has come down to the last seven days--the time remaining until the California presidential primary. Whoever wins in California is likely to win the Democratic nomination, a prize that the Vice President is determined to deny Kerry at any cost. And for all the votes and enthusiasm his passion and personal magnetism have gained him, Kerry's problems are formidable. He is haunted by the tragedy of his older brother, James, a presidential candidate who was assassinated in California twelve years earlier. Kerry has stumbled in his advocacy of abortion rights, and a right-to-life fanatic has pushed this explosive issue to the forefront by murdering three people at a women's clinic. In addition, a journalist for a national newsmagazine is striving to verify the lethal story that, two years ago, while still married, Kerry had a secret love affair with Lara Costello, a reporter assigned to him on Capitol Hill. And now, even more threatening, Kerry is being stalked by the abortion-clinic murderer himself. This narrative is seamlessly interwoven with scenes from Kerry's past: his youth as the son of a drunken and abusive father; his self-image as the less-gifted younger brother of a brilliant yet distant senator; his reluctant ascension to his brother's place; his poignant romance with Lara Costello. And when Lara is ordered against her will to cover Kerry in California, he is forced once more to evaluate his life, and the terrible cost of his ambition to become President of the United States. With rare authenticity, Richard North Patterson depicts the world of high-stakes presidential politics on the verge of an explosion that is as dramatic as it is thought-provoking. But No Safe Place is also a story of people at their best and at their worst: their passions, their ideals, their flaws. A novel that will hold the reader enthralled from the first to the last sentence.
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"well-written, compelling, if a bit idealistic. An interesting political "what if" that explores numerous moral issues. As a journalist, I relate to the struggle of the reporter characters to get the scoop while not "making" the news, and to attempt to retain impartial coverage on issues about which they have strong personal feelings."
— Pam (4 out of 5 stars)
No Safe Place Listener Reviews
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" I don't like politics, but I do enjoy psychology, so this was an interesting and enjoyable read. "
— Susan, 2/19/2014 -
" Pure pleasure reading. I suspected some of the plot twists but not all so I enjoyed a few surprises. "
— Marcelle, 2/17/2014 -
" No Safe Place is somewhat of a departure from what fans have come to expect from this author. While well-written, the plot is mostly predictable and mechanical. Unlike most other books by R.N. Patterson there are no major surprises. No Safe Place would be okay to take from the library but save your money to buy another book. "
— Judith, 2/13/2014 -
" Senator Kilcannon runs for President of U.S. while being hunted by a right to life activist who has already killed three people. "
— Chuck, 2/12/2014 -
" Really enjoyed it! Once I got to a certain point, it was hard to put it down! "
— Cindi, 1/28/2014 -
" One more great read from this author. "
— Barbara, 1/16/2014 -
" This a first novel I have read of this author. My son bought it in Windsor, England. He is a good writer however politics and romance is not a good setup. This book would have been more enjoyable without love story. Otherwise it was a page turner. Some issues were repeated too many times and it gets boring. Hope to read his other books later "
— Sheila, 1/15/2014 -
" My first time with this author and I'll look forward to more. Set in a presidential campaign makes it particularly relevant for today. Well paced with attractive major and minor characters. "
— Bruce, 1/13/2014 -
" Found this book on my shelf, and had never read it. Enjoyed it. Very fast paced, even though it was written over ten years ago - still very current with the news, media and the state of politics today. "
— Hope, 1/12/2014 -
" A great political thriller. I'm interested in reading the rest of the series. What will happen next to Kerry Kilcannon?! "
— Timothy, 1/10/2014 -
" I am loving this book so far! It's a great mix of campaign trail action and a young lawyer's life in a prosecutor's office. Interesting character study of the protagonist with a little something for everyone- everyone who likes law and politics, that is! "
— Jennifer, 12/24/2013 -
" At times it was hard to remember that this is a work of fiction--many political issues right out of the headlines--a real page turner. "
— Gretchen, 11/19/2013 -
" I remember reading this in the middle of an economics lecture, with the book hidden within a large file of economics notes. I was ostensibly looking at a printed copy of the lecture notes. Goodness, was I that idle in JC? "
— Caleb, 9/20/2013 -
" This started out rough and I didn't love the ending, but it was great in between! "
— Jenn, 5/6/2013 -
" Didn't get through it, boring. "
— Kristin, 2/21/2013 -
" I really liked this book. It is fast paced, brings the reader inside the often dirty world of politics and, in many ways lays out the authors beliefs - some of which I agree wih, others that I disagree with. "
— Joe, 1/30/2013 -
" I dug it as it was more of a love story, I guess I'm in touch with my feminine side! "
— Bill, 12/30/2012 -
" A great riveting book that reminded me why I love political thrillers. The writing was intense yet easy to read! Can't wait to read number two "
— Amy, 11/27/2012 -
" The start of a series of three very well written books that delves into the who issue of guns in America. "
— Terry, 4/26/2012 -
" Great Political thriller! Although the author states that this book is clearly fiction, todays headlines are found in this book. "
— Jerri, 3/20/2012 -
" My favorite Richard North Patterson book so far. "
— Justin, 3/16/2012 -
" Very well written, with a great twist at the end-I actually learned something about the American government. "
— George, 4/3/2011 -
" One more great read from this author. "
— Barbara, 10/18/2010 -
" A book about a fictional presidential campaign about the main character who seems to be modeled after Robert Kennedy and his opponent who seems to be like John McCain. Goood light read. "
— Michael, 8/24/2010 -
" Pure pleasure reading. I suspected some of the plot twists but not all so I enjoyed a few surprises. "
— Marcelle, 6/13/2010 -
" Nnow this is one of the best Richard North Patterson books that I have read. It grabbed you and took you through the book. A great write and read. <br/> <br/>J. Robert Ewbank author "John Wesley, Natural Man, and the 'Isms'" "
— J., 6/3/2010 -
" Senator Kilcannon runs for President of U.S. while being hunted by a right to life activist who has already killed three people. <br/> "
— Chuck, 6/1/2010 -
" The precursor to Balance of Power, this too is a political novel and traces one man's drive toward the presidency---despite his brother's assassination, despite attempts on his life. Sound familiar. Maybe. But the plot-driven story will keep you moving along.... "
— Lorin, 11/29/2009 -
" Great Political thriller! Although the author states that this book is clearly fiction, todays headlines are found in this book. "
— Jerri, 11/20/2009 -
" I read this book because it's a bit of a prequel to Protect and Defend. This has good, juicy political drama - which I definitely liked. The mix of politicians and the press interested me. It also built up well to an exciting conclusion. "
— Julie, 8/14/2009
About Richard North Patterson
Richard North Patterson is the New York Times bestselling author of The Devil’s Light, In the Name of Honor, The Spire, and a number of other bestselling and critically acclaimed novels. Formerly a trial lawyer, he was the SEC’s liaison to the Watergate special prosecutor and has served on the boards of several Washington advocacy groups. Patterson has appeared on such programs as the Today show, Good Morning America, Hardball with Chris Matthews, and Buchanan and Press.
About Grover Gardner
Grover Gardner (a.k.a. Tom Parker) is an award-winning narrator with over a thousand titles to his credit. Named one of the “Best Voices of the Century” and a Golden Voice by AudioFile magazine, he has won three prestigious Audie Awards, was chosen Narrator of the Year for 2005 by Publishers Weekly, and has earned more than thirty Earphones Awards.