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Back Spin (Myron Bolitar, #4)

Harlan Coben
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Back Spin (Myron Bolitar, #4)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1997

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Harlan Coben

Back Spin (Myron Bolitar, #4)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1997
Book Details
Pages

358

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania • 1990s

Topic
Publication Year

1997

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Back Spin by Harlan Coben, sports agent Myron Bolitar investigates the mysterious disappearance of a golf prodigy's son just before the U.S. Open. As Bolitar uncovers hidden secrets, he navigates lies and danger within the professional golfing world to find the truth. This novel combines elements of mystery and thriller genres.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

45,798 ratings

78%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Harlan Coben's Back Spin is a captivating blend of suspense and humor, featuring the charismatic sports agent Myron Bolitar. Reviewers praise its brisk pacing and plot twists, though some find the character development uneven. Overall, it's a compelling read for mystery enthusiasts, balancing intrigue with an engaging protagonist.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Back Spin (Myron Bolitar, #4)?

Readers who savor gripping mysteries with witty and resilient protagonists, akin to those in Michael Connelly’s The Lincoln Lawyer or Robert B. Parker’s Spenser series, will find Harlan Coben’s Back Spin irresistible. They will appreciate the blend of suspense, humor, and complex characters set against a backdrop of sports and intrigue.

4.2

45,798 ratings

78%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

358

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania • 1990s

Topic
Publication Year

1997

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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