Even Steven - by John Gilstrap (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

When Bobby and Susan Martin come across a dirty, shivering child at their campsite, the last thing the childless couple expects is to be drawn into an unthinkable crime. But when one of the boy's kidnappers comes out of the brush waving a gun, Bobby is forced to react. In one chaotic, explosive moment, the predator is brutally murdered. But was he a criminal -- or a cop?
With a vicious crime ring closing in on them, and unsure of whom to trust, Bobby and Susan desperately plunge into the heart of danger to save the boy -- and themselves.
John Gilstrap's Even Steven enhances his reputation as an ingenious and innovative contemporary thriller writer.

Review Quotes

Jeffery Deaver "New York Times" bestselling author of "The Blue Nowhere" Gilstrap proves once again that he's the leading practitioner of the imperiled-family suspense novel. With "Even Steven", Gilstrap pulls off what few suspense writers canhe's able to make readers' palms sweat at the same time that he tugs masterfully at their heartstrings.

"Denver Rocky Mountain News" A frightening and superbly done story.

"I Love a Mystery" Superior to the average thriller mystery....John Gilstrap shows the reader his characters' motivations, dreams, and passions without ever allowing the action to drag.

"Library Journal" A fresh, unpredictable thriller....[Gilstrap] just keeps getting better and better.

"State Journal" (Lansing, MI) A compelling roller-coaster ride with enough plot twists to leave you breathless in anticipation....Chock full of chase scenes....Gilstrap is in fine form, offering intriguing scenes with believable characters...it's great fun.

"The Denver Post" Gilstrap has an uncanny ability to bring the reader into the mind of his characters....["Even Steven" is] surprising and satisfying.

"The San Francisco Examiner" Gilstrap is a unique storyteller, with a crisp writing style, a fine eye for detail, and an obvious love of children.

booksnbytes.com For readers who enjoy hyperspeed, "Even Steven" is the novel to take you there.

CNN.com Entertaining....Gilstrap is at his best when writing action sequences....The climax is exhilarating.

About the Author

John Gilstrap is the acclaimed author of Nathan's Run and At All Costs, both of which were selections of the Literary Guild. A former firefighter and EMT, he is an explosives-safety expert and an environmental engineer. He lives with his wife and son in Virginia.