Sports agent Myron Bolitar is poised on the edge of the big time. So is Christian Steele, a rookie quarterback and Myron's prized client. But when Christian gets a phone call from a former girlfriend, a woman who everyone, including the police, believes is dead, the deal starts to go sour. Trying to unravel the truth about a family's tragedy, a woman's secret, and a man's lies, Myron is up against the dark side of his business - where image and talent make you rich, but the truth can get you killed.
In novels that crackle with wit and suspense. Bolitar - a hotheaded, tenderhearted sports agent who grows more and more engaging and unpredictable with each page-turning appearance. ( )

Fast-paced. some unexpected twists. An overall good read. ( )

This is the first book by Harlan Coben I have read and I will definitely be reading more. Myron Bolitar is definitely not your average crime/thriller hero as he still lives with his parents! He's also a sports agent, a lawyer, seems to have been a Fed at some point in his career, so he knows how to handle himself - his associates include his friend Win, who seems to be a bit of a pyschopath, and Esperanza, who used to wrestle as Little Pocahontas - which gives you some idea of the mix of terror, humour, violence and suspense, I really didn't see the ending coming, that Coben weaves in this novel. ( )

This was the first in the Myron Bolitar series by Harlan Coben. The plot centers around a cunning mystery of sex, murder and blackmail. Simon is a multi-dimensional character having been a sports figure turned FBI agent turned lawyer and ending as a sports agent. All these facets of his background come into play in this story where his prize client is involved in a possible murder. Simon's support staff include a college friend who enjoys playing enforcer while in appearance is MR. Preppie and a secretary/receptionist who used to be a wrestler.
The fact the Simon is not a detective or policeman or PI makes this series seem a bit more interesting because you wonder what other aspects of his background have you not been told yet. I will admit that I was surprised by the ending, I was not prepared for the solution even though I had an inkling of what was happening. Definitely entertaining! ( )

Investigator and sports agent Myron Bolitar is poised on the edge of the big-time. So is Christian Steele, a rookie quarterback and Myron's prized client. But when Christian gets a phone call from a former girlfriend, a woman who everyone, including the police, believes is dead, the deal starts to go sour. Suddenly Myron is plunged into a baffling mystery of sex and blackmail. Trying to unravel the truth about a family's tragedy, a woman's secret and a man's lies, Myron is up against the dark side of his business - where image and talent make you rich, but the truth can get you killed.

About the Author
Harlan Coben was the first ever author to win all three major crime awards in the US, and has established a best-selling series of crime novels starring his powerful creation, Myron Bolitar. He currently lives in New Jersey with his wife and four children. ( )