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The first book of the smash-hit Wayward Pines trilogy, from the New York Times bestselling author of Dark Matter, Recursion, and Upgrade
One way in. No way out.
Secret Service agent Ethan Burke arrives in Wayward Pines, Idaho, with a mission: locate two federal agents who went missing in the bucolic town one month earlier. But within minutes of his arrival, Ethan is involved in a violent accident. He comes to in a hospital, with no ID, no cell phone, and no briefcase.
As the days pass, Ethan’s investigation turns up more questions than answers: Why can’t he get any phone calls through to his wife and son in the outside world? Why doesn’t anyone believe he is who he says he is? And what is the purpose of the electrified fences surrounding the town? Are they meant to keep the residents in? Or something else out?
Each step closer to the truth takes Ethan farther from the world he knew, from the man he was, until he must face a horrifying fact—he may never get out of Wayward Pines alive.
The nail-bitingly suspenseful opening installment in Blake Crouch’s blockbuster Wayward Pines trilogy, Pines is at once a brilliant mystery tale and the first step into a genre-bending saga of suspense, science fiction, and horror.
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"I can give a handful of minor reasons to give this three stars without being overly critical. But this solid book has its share of thoughtful passages and emotion to keep me from doing so. And the fact is that in the eight days it took me to read it, a few of these days I didn't have a chance to read very much or at all. I finished the second half of this in the course of two days and could have easily done it in one had it been a weekend. The plot and suspense really kept me wanting to continue."
— Erik (4 out of 5 stars)
Pines Listener Reviews
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" Intriguing and fast read for the first 3/4 of the book. Then, it gets a little slower and stranger. Didn't like the ending, but interesting overall. "
— Jennifer, 2/19/2014 -
" 3.5 stars. This was a quick read and an interesting concept. I especially enjoyed the intrigue surrounding Ethan's visit to Wayward Pines. "
— Andi, 2/14/2014 -
" This was a good read, the first part of it was seriously unnerving when the main character, Ethan was stuck in this quaint little town, that was more like Stepford-ville. Then it got a bit long and boring for a few chapters, then it got good again. I completely understand why it got long and boring for the few chapters after the "escape" but I lose interest in a book if i have to fly through chapters to find a good part to start at again. Unlike Blakes previous books, this one did not go for the throat, this one just kept dancing around the point. I think there was a whole chapter explaining how the main character was stuck in a really long air duct, which can be horrifying but does it really need a whole chapter? There were also a few flashbacks that got me sort of confused as to why they were where they were in the book, they were almost out of no where. All in all, it was a good book, not one of my favorite Black Crouch books but I did finish it. Also the end was very good complete surprise! "
— Jaded, 2/2/2014 -
" Did really enjoy this book and it had me hooked, reading it non-stop, but some things just didn't sit we'll or make sense to me with the ending revelation. Loved it just wish the ending was a bit different. "
— Ric, 1/15/2014 -
" In the end, I would make the same choice as Ethan. "
— Emily, 1/15/2014 -
" A page turner, but a little weird. "
— Pam, 1/5/2014 -
" I really enjoyed this book, It keeps you going in different direction to the very end and then a twist you totally did not expect. If you love suspense..you can't go wrong with Blake. "
— Kimberli, 12/26/2013 -
" Has to be read in one sitting. Great story with unexpected twist. "
— Alice, 12/19/2013 -
" I love Blake Crouch's stories and this story delivers with a fast read, twists and turns, and shocking ending that'll make you think long after you finish. This is one to enjoy. "
— Zenna, 11/26/2013 -
" The middle/end of this book was really slow. I found myself on autopilot just trying to finish the book. "
— Adam, 11/23/2013 -
" This is one of those "find out something really crazy in the very end" books. I read it a while ago and liked it, can't remember if there is anything bad in it. The secret at the end is pretty cool. "
— Matt, 11/18/2013 -
" Another non stop action thriller from Mr. Crouch. This book is streamlined to the max and jumps genres from one scene to the next. Excellent read from a real talent. "
— Joe, 11/5/2013 -
" Fun, quick read. I definitely enjoyed the style of writing. The ending was a bit confusing but all in all the story was captivating and it kept me on the edge of my seat. "
— Karla, 10/21/2013 -
" Lots of twists and turns. Very creative ending, although somewhat disappointing. Guess I just expected more. "
— Joyce, 10/13/2013 -
" If you like fast-paced action and thinking"I did NOT see that comin!" when you finish the book, this one is for you. I thought it was excellent! "
— Sue, 10/6/2013 -
" This book was so good, it nearly gave me an anxiety attack! "
— Kate, 10/2/2013 -
" A good book for light reading, a little predictable but overall entertaining "
— Velmike, 8/9/2013 -
" Really good book, Really enjoyed it, makes a change to have a horror story without zombies or vampires for once! This is one of the few books I could read again in a few months and still enjoy it! "
— Chrisbeer84, 7/16/2013 -
" After a slowish start this book really took off and turned into a real page turner. I just wanted to keep on reading so I could get to what was behind the mystery. Parts of this book reminded me a lot of Koontz at times. I shall have to read more of this mans work. "
— Mark, 6/25/2013 -
" I couldn't put it down - was trying to figure out if the main character was crazy or if there was something truly weird and sinister in this town. Interesting good read! "
— Nora, 4/1/2013 -
" It was an entertaining read "
— Stephanie, 2/26/2013 -
" I found this book really enjoyable. This is my first Blake Crouch book and I am definately interested in reading more of his work. "
— Barbara, 1/31/2013 -
" Stayed up way too late reading Pines, I couldn't put it down! Thrilling read with unexpected ending. "
— Amber, 1/12/2013 -
" Gripping, haunting and full of plot twists. The Twilight Zone meets Twin Peaks. "
— Poliana, 12/11/2012 -
" Eerie, fast paced. Author mentions Twin Peaks tv show influence after the book. "
— Irisreader, 8/2/2012
About Blake Crouch
Blake Crouch is a bestselling novelist and screenwriter. His novels include Recursion, Dark Matter, and the Wayward Pines trilogy, which was adapted into a television series for FOX. He also co-created the TNT show Good Behavior, based on his Letty Dobesh novellas.