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David Baldacci

b. 1960-08-05 · From United States

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David Baldacci is an American thriller writer born August 5, 1960, in Richmond, Virginia. He earned a B.A. in political science from Virginia Commonwealth University and a J.D. from the University of Virginia School of Law, then practiced law in Washington, D.C. for nine years before his 1996 debut …

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Fiction Thriller Suspense Mystery Crime

Also Known As

Bao er da qi, D. Baldacci

Frequently asked questions

  • What is the best David Baldacci series to start with?

    Many readers recommend starting with the Amos Decker series, beginning with "Memory Man." It introduces a unique protagonist with an intriguing condition and sets a strong tone for his work.

  • Have any of David Baldacci's books been adapted for film or TV?

    Yes, several of David Baldacci's novels have been adapted. "Absolute Power" was made into a film starring Clint Eastwood, and "Wish You Well" was also adapted into a movie.

  • What are David Baldacci's main recurring characters?

    David Baldacci features several prominent recurring characters across his series, including the ex-detective with a perfect memory, Amos Decker; military investigator John Puller; and government assassin Will Robie.

  • Has David Baldacci won any career or lifetime-achievement honors?

    Yes. In 2017 the Library of Virginia gave Baldacci its Literary Lifetime Achievement Award, and in 2024 the PEN/Faulkner Foundation named him its Literary Champion in recognition of his career-long literacy advocacy, including the Wish You Well Foundation he co-founded with his wife.