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The Forgotten Man

Robert Crais
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The Forgotten Man

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005

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Robert Crais

The Forgotten Man

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005
Book Details
Pages

327

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Los Angeles, California • Contemporary

Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In The Forgotten Man by Robert Crais, LA private eye Elvis Cole investigates the murder of a man who claims to be his father, embarking on a journey that interweaves personal discovery with professional duty. When Detective Kelly Diaz alerts Cole to the crime, the case leads to an increasingly complex and dangerous conspiracy. With help from his partner Joe Pike and Detective Carol Starkey, Cole uncovers the brutal truth, facing life-threatening challenges along the way.

Mysterious

Suspenseful

Dark

Gritty

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.3

21,096 ratings

83%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Forgotten Man by Robert Crais delivers a gripping narrative filled with suspense and emotional depth. Readers appreciate the well-developed characters and fast-paced plot. However, some criticize the predictable storyline and occasional pacing issues. Fans of the series will find it engaging, but it may not stand out for new readers.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Forgotten Man?

A reader who enjoys gripping detective novels with complex characters and meticulous plotting will find The Forgotten Man by Robert Crais compelling. Fans of Michael Connelly's The Lincoln Lawyer or Raymond Chandler's The Big Sleep will appreciate Crais's masterful storytelling and the intricate, suspenseful journey of his protagonist, Elvis Cole.

4.3

21,096 ratings

83%

Loved it

15%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

327

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Los Angeles, California • Contemporary

Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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