Simple Genius (Abridged) Audiobook, by David Baldacci Play Audiobook Sample

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Read By: Ron McLarty Publisher: Grand Central Publishing Listen Time: at 1.0x Speed 0 hours and 00 min. at 1.5x Speed 0 hours and 00 min. at 2.0x Speed Series: The King and Maxwell Series Release Date: April 2007 Format: Abridged Audiobook ISBN: 9781594839023

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Two ex-Secret Service agents must face a dark world of violence, codes, and spies at a secret CIA training camp in this #1 New York Times bestseller about a mystery that could destroy the nation. Near Washington, D.C., there are two clandestine institutions: the world's most unusual laboratory and a secret CIA training camp. Drawn to these sites by a murder, ex-Secret Service agent Sean King encounters a dark world of mathematicians, codes, and spies. His search for answers soon leads him to more shocking violence-and an autistic girl with an extraordinary genius. Now, only by working with his partner, Michelle Maxwell, who is battling her own personal demons, can he catch a killer...and stop a national threat.

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"This was a great mystery novel. It had suspense, romance & interesting characters that I really liked. The dialogue was witty and there were plenty of twists and turns that kept me guessing. It kept me turning the pages until late in the night."

— Jeannie (4 out of 5 stars)

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  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " The third book in the King-Maxwell series. It had a troubling start with Michelle having trouble adjusting to life ?!?! There was no indication that she had some trouble in life. Well Ok she likes keeping things messy. Then there is Babbage town... I think David Baldacci tied to pull a Dan Brown here but did not succeed, I found the technological stuff in Babbage town boring. But all that is left behind as the story races towards the end and it gets very interesting. I changed my whole opinion about the book because of the ending. "

    — Vinit, 2/19/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " My favorite book ever! This mystery/thriller surrounding Camp Peary was very intriguing. Even though no one knows what goes on there with the CIA, it was cool to see Baldacci's imagination at work as to the goings on there. "

    — Book, 2/16/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Would have expected more from Baldacci really. The book started off quite thrilling but about mid-way took a sort of boring turn for the non-detailed expected turns of events. I liked the characters and the plot but the writing lost intrigue and focus somewhere along the way. "

    — Brandi, 2/7/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Pretty good action/mystery. Writing style is extremely fast-paced. I enjoyed this. "

    — Sharon, 2/4/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I haven't read a Baldacci book that I haven't thoroughly enjoyed. If you like murder/mysteries, you'll love Baldacci. He definitely spins a great tale. "

    — Jeri, 1/16/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " This was the best one yet in this series! "

    — Teri, 1/16/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I actually listened to this book on CD during my (LONG) drives to and from work. I liked it, kept my interest and made my drive go by faster (which is a great thing!). "

    — Lori, 1/16/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " This was a care package gift. Read it in 3 days then passed it on to another redeploying soldier. "

    — Bob, 1/14/2014
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " It was good and then it became too silly for my tastes. Certainly not Mr. Baldacci's best. "

    — Edie, 1/6/2014
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " I apparently read this book out of sequence so it was a bit confusing. I will read the first in the series but not right away. This was very melodramatic but a decent read. Not a huge Baldacci fan but will give the story line another chance. "

    — Karen, 12/22/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " This was my first Baldacci read. It had great premise but seem to have too many storylines without enough time or pages to tell the whole story. However, it was enough to keep my interest and prompt me to read other titles in the same genre. "

    — Roosevelt, 12/16/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " A fast paced suspense novel that grabs and refuses to let go. Hard to put down until you find out how it ends. Realistic events and locations. "

    — Walter, 11/21/2013
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Thin plot, predictable characters, and more foreshadowing than should be found in 13 books...how did this guy get 13 books on the NYT bestseller list? "

    — Kris, 7/10/2013
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Started of good and interesting, then got way out of hand. "

    — Kris, 1/21/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Good escape reading, if you're willing to believe certain plot twists. These character must appear in other of Baldacci books, but first time I've read them "

    — Tom, 5/29/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I read this book this weekend and am now addicted to his style of writing. I really enjoyed the plot and it was a good distraction from daily life!!!! "

    — Shari, 7/22/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Had nothing else at all to read, and it kept my interest. Typical who-done-it. "

    — Laura, 6/11/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " same as ever. decent read. never worth the money to buy, though. "

    — Sskous, 2/20/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Ienjoyed this book. There is no fluff with Mr. Baldacci. His writing is straight forward. His characters developed well . I loved the suspense and I didn't figure out the conclusion till I read it. "

    — Margaret, 1/24/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Pretty good read. Sean King and Michelle Maxwell reunite to unveil evil doings at CIA site in VA. Kind of wrapped everything up artificially in last ten pages. "

    — Jerry, 1/29/2010
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " The novel started off great, but the author hurried a little to make the plot ends meet towards the end. "

    — Satyaki, 4/30/2009
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I LOVE David Baldacci! I've read all of his adult fiction and loved every book. The character development is great. The plot lines are always intense and believable enough they could be real. "

    — Clara, 10/14/2008
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Fun summer thriller - fast paced and interesting, but the ending got a little kooky. I'll definitely give Baldacci another try. "

    — Christi, 5/23/2008
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Doesn't make me want to read others in the series. "

    — Diane, 3/4/2008
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Great book... Had some "slow" spots but in general a great story. "

    — Lori, 1/7/2008

About David Baldacci

David Baldacci is one of the world’s favorite storytellers and a global bestselling author, with twenty-one of his novels making the #1 spot on the New York Times bestsellers list. In 2011 he was inducted into the International Crime Writing Hall of Fame. His books are published in over forty-five languages and in more than eighty countries, with 150 million copies sold worldwide. His works have been adapted for both feature film and television. He is also the cofounder, along with his wife, of the Wish You Well Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting literacy efforts across America.

About Ron McLarty

Ron McLarty is a veteran actor of television, film, and stage as well as an award-winning audiobook narrator. He has more than 100 television appearances to his credit, including as a series regular on Spencer for Hire and Law & Order. His film career began in 1977 with a performance in The Sentinel and continued with such films as The Postman, Flamingo Kid, and, most recently, How Do You Know? His stage credits include Broadway and other productions. He has narrated more than 100 audiobooks, earning nine Earphones Awards and recognition by AudioFile magazine as a Best Voice in Mystery & Suspense in 2009 and 2010. He has twice been a finalist for the prestigious Audie Awards and then won the award in 2001 for Best Mystery Narration. He is also an accomplished playwright and an acclaimed novelist.