| | |  | Comedy | Home » » » The Camel Club | | | | | | | Product Promotions: | | | | | Description: | | Welcome to THE CAMEL CLUB.Existing at the fringes of Washington, D.C., the Club consists of four eccentric members. Led by a mysterious man known as "Oliver Stone," they study conspiracy theories, current events, and the machinations of government to discover the "truth" behind the country's actions.Their efforts bear little fruit-until the group witnesses a shocking murder...and become embroiled in an astounding, far-reaching conspiracy. Now the Club must join forces with a Secret Service agent to confront one of the most chilling spectacles ever to take place on American soil-an event that may trigger the ultimate war between two different worlds. And all that stands in the way of this apocalypse is five unexpected heroes. | | | Features: | |
• ISBN13: 9780446615624
• Condition: NEW
• Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
| | | Product Details: | | | Author:
| David Baldacci | | Mass Market Paperback:
| 624 pages | | Publisher:
| Vision | | Publication Date:
| September 01, 2006 | | Language:
| English | | ISBN:
| 0446615625 | | Package Length:
| 6.7 inches | | Package Width:
| 4.2 inches | | Package Height:
| 1.1 inches | | Package Weight:
| 0.65 pounds | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 273 reviews |
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Almost can't put it downMar 07, 2010
Baldacci comes up with another great plot; however, it's his execution as a writer that is somewhat lacking. There were parts of this novel that hold one's attention and you don't won't to put it down. At other times, it seems to bog down. One thing that this novel suffers from, like a great many other novels out there, is too many characters. Not everyone needs to be a Tom Clancy! David, try some first person writing exercise; they might sharpen your focus. The many other characters detracted from the Camel Club characters. I did enjoy the interaction between Alex and Kate -- there should have been more here. I was totally disappointed with the lack of interaction between Stone and his daughter -- a missed opportunity by the author. What the author didn't miss out on was the opportunity to present left-wing, anti-American viewpoints whenever he could. It is too bad that none of his characters stand up and affirm the stuff that has made this country great. And, David, you have some of the facts wrong about the Irag conflict and war on terror. You should get out of Virginia and away from the beltway crowd. It is clear that you rely on the left wing media for too much of your information.
 doesn'tunderstand narrativeJan 22, 2010
This may be the worst book I have ever read, with the possible exception of crap porn when I was a kid. At least then there were no pretensions. I was expecting a New York Times best-selling author to deliver at least a story expressed in coherent English. I was so amazed by the awful writing that I would read a passage to my 15 year old and ask his opinion. He just laughed. The characters are comic-book idiots. I can only assume he's coasting. Mr Baldacci, learn how to use a descriptive adverb!
 Good Contrasts and IntrigueDec 30, 2009
Usually in Baldacci's books the parts or subplots fit together rather neatly in a carefully constructed overall plot. The Camel Club follows this pattern, and the characteristic is both a strength and a weakness. The storyline marches along at a fast, plausible interconnected pace but after a certain point the overall pattern becomes visible as one begins to see how all the parts fit together. The members of the Camel Club, the "misfits" who stand apart from the society and also the treacherous activities of politics in Washington, DC, seemingly would be unable to make a difference but here they do, pursuing truth and justice as they get caught up in a crime and international intrigue. There are two main heroes in this book who stand on opposite sides of the fence: Oliver Stone, the man who tends a small church cemetery, and Alex Ford, a secret service agent, who gets the scent of foul play in a crime. To the detriment of his career he strives to ferret out the truth. The book brings in many interesting details of the sights of DC and of various federal agencies. The plot moves along quickly for the most part and there is romance to spice up the story.The Griffon Trilogy (Pt. I)
Great ReadDec 30, 2009
Really enjoyed this thriller. The story involves several characters, most strangers to each other at the beginning but Baldacci brillantly brings each character into play as their paths cross for a surprising ending.
 Excellent!Dec 07, 2009
Great cast of characters, a Kindle button-pusher. Highly recommend to a Baldacci fan, along with First Family and The Winner.
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