"One Summer" by David Baldacci Book Review

I haven't read any of Mr. Baldacci's other works. I have to feel that this debut foray into a different genre was a beginner's miss. You don't make it on the Time's best seller list with this kind of maudlin prose. A predictable story of unbearable tragedy, unbelievable triumphs, unapproachable characters with unoriginal dialogue... I felt like I was reading the script of a soap opera, all that was missing was the dramatic background music. 

I finished this book in record time, not because it was hard to put down, but because I turned pages unread, knowing exactly what was about to happen. It wasn't so bad that I walked out on it, but almost. However, I do believe a younger audience would enjoy the book. It almost seems to be written for teenagers. And, it could be suitable to carry along on vacation... you won't get invested enough to miss any fun, and it'll definitely help you fall asleep in that strange hotel bed. 

Sorry, Mr. Baldacci. I'm sure you're an excellent writer. Everyone has their off times... this was definitely one of yours.