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published
June 24th 2008
by Putnam Adult
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Hardcover
setting
The United States
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0399155031
(isbn13: 9780399155031)
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From the #1 bestselling author, a stunning new novel of secrets, mayhem, and murder.
FBI Special Agent Jackson Crowne is flying his Cessna over the Ap...more
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Read in June, 2008
An intense and gritty story of pride and downfall. The latest in Catherine Coulter's FBI series, "TailSpin" is two stories told at once. A shrink to the 'Washington movers and shakers' is struck with an illness that results in him blurting out his clients secrets. Apparently one of them has decided the doctor's death is the best solution. Special Agent Jackson Crowne is flying the doctor to safety when their small plane goes down in a remote area of Kentucky. Their female savior i...more
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Read in July, 2008
LOVE IT LOVE IT LOVE IT! I love all of these FBI thrillers, and I wasn't disappointed with the latest installment. Though, in reading it I did realize that I've forgotten some of the older storylines- I think I'll have to re-check some of them out when I'm looking for a good book and have an empty good-reads list!
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Catherine Coulters FBI Series is one of my faviorites. I like the reoccurring characters and the crazy serial killers that they of course track down. Also, if you are into Historical romances Catherine Coulters are some of the best.
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Read in July, 2008
Catherine Coulter’s TailSpin brings back Special Agents Savich and Sherlock, regulars in Coutler’s FBI Thriller series. This time, they are investigating two crimes. Dr. MacLean is a well-known psychiatrist; Rachael Abbott is a former senator’s lovechild. Both are being targeted by assassins, though apparently not the same ones.
I’ve enjoyed Coulter’s series in the past, and I love an occasional brainless read. This time, though, I was not wrapped up in the story. Instead, I...more
I’ve enjoyed Coulter’s series in the past, and I love an occasional brainless read. This time, though, I was not wrapped up in the story. Instead, I...more
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Read in July, 2008
Absolutely solid 4.5 star Coulter book! Her last 2 outings in this series have left me somewhat flat. This one was great!
I love Sherlock and Savich and so it was awesome to have them be really involved in this book. This was very light on the romance side of things (the build up to 'love' between Jackson and Rachael was somewhat sporadic), but I never missed it (amazing for me as I usually HAVE to have romance in a book). This was a fast paced story that had me glued to the pages. ...more
I love Sherlock and Savich and so it was awesome to have them be really involved in this book. This was very light on the romance side of things (the build up to 'love' between Jackson and Rachael was somewhat sporadic), but I never missed it (amazing for me as I usually HAVE to have romance in a book). This was a fast paced story that had me glued to the pages. ...more
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Read in September, 2008
This actually would get about two and a half stars if possible. It's by far my least favorite of the FBI Thrillers. It seemed rushed and choppy, the story lines wrapped up much too neatly, and the dialogue seemed unnatural and stilted in places. The only reason I continued reading was because I like the long-standing characters (Savitch and Sherlock), but there wasn't really even any development there.
A disappointment over all. I hope the next one is back to Coulter's usual good standa...more
A disappointment over all. I hope the next one is back to Coulter's usual good standa...more
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Read in January, 2009
Despite the excellent (though occassionally over-emoted reading by the male reader) multi-voice reading that was nearly seamless in its production, the absurd plot dragged it down. I read The Maze, book 1 in this series, many years ago. Liked it but didn't feel the need to continue. Nevertheless, I remembered Agents Sherlock and Savich and it was nice to read about them again. That was the only redeeming quality of the book. It wasn't that Rachel and Jack were a bad pair, it's just that they did...more
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Overall predictable but not a terrible read. Generally, Coulter's books have enjoyable characters, clear plots and precise timing for lack of better phrasing. In this book, I felt that she was trying to tie too much information into the plot and as a result the book feels a little sloppy and rushed, not to mention that the characters are one dimensional. I am not a happy reader if I can't connect to the characters and the characters in this book just did not feel at all real to me. Dillion and L...more
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Read in April, 2009
I want you to read this book.
No, seriously. Read this book.
And whenever they refer to Rachael's braid, hear my voice saying, "What the fuck is UP with the stupid braid?!" They mention it so much that I wonder if that is actually a signal to men that you're attractive. Is that what a braid does? Because all I remember about Rachael is that she has a stupid braid that EVERYONE looks at.
Supposedly it's sexy. I'm trying to figure out what the hell a sex...more
No, seriously. Read this book.
And whenever they refer to Rachael's braid, hear my voice saying, "What the fuck is UP with the stupid braid?!" They mention it so much that I wonder if that is actually a signal to men that you're attractive. Is that what a braid does? Because all I remember about Rachael is that she has a stupid braid that EVERYONE looks at.
Supposedly it's sexy. I'm trying to figure out what the hell a sex...more
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Read in October, 2008
Was definitely disappointed in this one. I've always enjoyed her books in the past, and especially the characters of Sherlock and Savich, but this one...the story wasn't very good and dragged out a lot. It almost seemed like she had a 400 page requirement she had to reach? I did finish it, primarily because I wanted to see what happened, but the ending wasn't very good, the characters didn't draw me in and the overall story wasn't very good.
Not sure I'll be reading more of hers...
Not sure I'll be reading more of hers...
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Read in July, 2008
This author is a more recent favorite of mine. Her novels are fast-paced and very absorbing. This is only the second or third that I've read of hers, and I really like the characters. I'm looking forward to reading the other 9 or 10 in this series, and hopefully they're all as good!
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Read in July, 2008
It was an okay read. Her story lines are good, the characters are good, but the dialogue isn't natural and some of her details are incorporated into the story in an awkward fashion at times. Her storytelling process could be smoother and more natural. (It's hard to explain.)
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Read in July, 2008
More of a romance then a mystery - very cliched, since I bought it (the premise was very interesting), I thought I had better read it but had to force myself to do it. The entire plot was unbelievable once I started reading it! Very disappointing!
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Read in November, 2008
While I enjoyed the characters, the story was a little far-fetched (this from someone who reads fantasy). However, when I read a contemporary novel, I expect it to be more realistic.
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Read in February, 2009
I started this book but just couldn't get into it. I really don't like the way Coulter writes. The dialogue just doesn't flow, and the characters say absurb things.
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I used to love her books, but I thought this was just horrible. I had to keep rereading certain paragraphs because she just threw thoughts in that made no sense to the storyline.
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Read in June, 2008
recommends it for:
Suspense/Mystery
Classic Coulter! A must read for Coulter fans on her FBI saga or anyone who enjoys suspense.
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Read in June, 2009
When fugitive Rachael Abbott witnesses a small plane crash in rural Parlow, Ky, she helps the passengers escape the ruins. This is how she enters the lives of FBI agents, who recognizing something wrong, soon persuade her to tell her story.
Rachael is on the run from unknown assailants who have unsuccessfully tried to kill her. Through joint efforts the investigation leads to intrigue and murder amoung Washington's elite circle. A fun and light reading experience.
Rachael is on the run from unknown assailants who have unsuccessfully tried to kill her. Through joint efforts the investigation leads to intrigue and murder amoung Washington's elite circle. A fun and light reading experience.
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"I'm the most fluent liar in the world, I'm the coolest, the smoothest--'Rachel Abercrombie.'
A lie, Savich thought."
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