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The First Rule

An Elvis Cole and Joe Pike Novel, Book 13

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The First Rule

By: Robert Crais
Narrated by: Robert Crais
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Joe Pike and his partner Elvis Cole must solve the murder of an old friend and his entire family in this gripping thriller from #1 New York Times bestselling author Robert Crais.

When Frank Meyer and his family are executed during a home invasion, the police begin investigating the secret life they're sure Meyer had. Joe Pike's on a hunt of his own: to clear his friend's name, and to punish the people who murdered him. What starts out as a simple trail gets twisted fast by old grudges, double crosses, blood vengeance, and a crime so terrible even Pike and his partner Elvis Cole have no way to measure it.

Investigate another case with Elvis Cole and Joe Pike.©2010 Robert Crais (P)2010 Brilliance Audio, Inc. Crime Fiction Thriller & Suspense Mystery Crime Suspense Exciting Fiction Private Investigators
Fast-paced Action • Engaging Plot • Complex Hero • Unexpected Twists • Believable Storyline • Enjoyable Narration

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This was the second book starring Joe Pike as lead. I love seeing Joes humanity in this story and learning about how he came to be who he is now. If you love Elvis and Joe, you will love this book. I sure did!

I love Joe!

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Joe Pike always reminds me of Jack Reacher, bad assed and mysterious. The books featuring Pike are a little edgier and dark — and my favorite in this duo series.

Joe Pike with a little Elvis Cole.

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Would you listen to The First Rule again? Why?

Yes and already have. Making my way thru Crais's books a second time. There are a few I can not handle the narrator but this is not one of them. I think Crais as the narrator gives the reader a better look into Elvis/Joe. Since he wrote the book he knows how to convey to the reader/listener what his intentions were.

Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?

Maybe not on the edge but close.

What about Robert Crais’s performance did you like?

Elvis and Joe and him. He conveys a part of himself thru his reading.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Joe with the baby.

Excellent Story & Listen....

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I didn’t know what to expect when I saw that Crais the author was also the performer for the audio version of this book.

Wow, very impressive. Crais is an excellent audio actor, and he brings the right amount of emotion into his characters. He is a top-flight audio book performer, making the book come alive.

The story?
An excellent action mystery, just as we expect from Crais. Joe Pike is the main character this time, and as we marvel at his strong, silent actions, we learn more about the man.

Highly recommended!

A Robert Crais performed by Robert Crais: perfect!

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I've listened to all of the Elvis Cole/Joe Pike novels.. This is Crais at the top of his game, best of the genre.. I tip my hat

Absolutely his best book

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