The Short Drop (Gibson Vaughn, #1)
by Matthew FitzSimmons
The Short Drop by Matthew FitzSimmons holds a highly rated rating of 4.15 out of 5, based on 32.6K reader ratings. First published in 2015.
About The Short Drop
A decade ago, fourteen-year-old Suzanne Lombard, the daughter of Benjamin Lombard—then a senator, now a powerful vice president running for the presidency—disappeared in the most sensational missing-person case in the nation’s history. Still unsolved, the mystery remains a national obsession.For legendary hacker and marine Gibson Vaughn, the case is personal—Suzanne Lombard had been like a sister to him. On the tenth anniversary of her disappearance, the former head of Benjamin Lombard’s security asks for Gibson’s help in a covert investigation of the case, with new evidence in hand.Haunted by tragic memories, he jumps at the chance to uncover what happened all those years ago. Using his military and technical prowess, he soon discovers multiple conspiracies surrounding the Lombard family—and he encounters powerful, ruthless political players who will do anything to silence him and his team. With new information surfacing that could threaten Lombard’s bid for the presidency, Gibson must stay one step ahead as he navigates a dangerous web to get to the truth.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Matthew FitzSimmons |
| Published | 2015 |
| Genres | Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller, Suspense |
| Average Rating | 4.15 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 32,641 |
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What genre is The Short Drop?
The Short Drop is categorized as Mystery & Thriller, Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is The Short Drop worth reading?
Based on 32.6K reader ratings, The Short Drop has an average score of 4.15 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
Who wrote The Short Drop?
The Short Drop was written by Matthew FitzSimmons. It was first published in 2015.
How does The Short Drop compare to other mystery & thriller books?
The Short Drop has a rating of 4.15 out of 5, below the overall catalog average of 4.17. Among mystery & thriller titles, it ranks favorably based on 32.6K reader ratings.
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