David Baldacci is an auto buy author for me. With Nash Falls he's introduced a new character, Walter Nash. This book has many twists and turns and ends on a cliffhanger. Walter Nash is such a complex character and the story has some really nasty villains which adds to the overall enjoyment.

The narration cast—MacLeod Andrews, Christine Lakin, Larry Herron, Shiromi Arserio, and Will Collyer—did an outstanding job bringing the story to life. Their performances, combined with top-notch production quality, made this an exceptional listening experience. The audio ARC included a brief intro to Hope Rising so now I'm counting down to April 2026 when it will be released.

Thank you to NetGalley & Hachette Audio | Grand Central Publishing for letting me read and listen to this ARC.

A MUST READ!

Walter Nash is an intelligent, tough but fair man with a high-level position at an investment organization. He leads a happy and upscale family life with his wife and daughter. After his estranged Vietnam veteran father’s funeral, he is approached by the FBI to become an inside man to expose money laundering between international criminal Victoria Steers and his organization. Reluctantly accepting, Nash is forced to turn against his principles when Steers discovers his betrayal. Nash’s best option is to adopt a radically new identity to survive and seek revenge—though even that may not be enough.

NASH FALLS is a breathtaking and memorable story full of suspense and intrigue. Walter Nash’s courageous character leads an entertaining cast of well-drawn and diverse characters. David Baldacci's writing is brilliantly plotted and expertly delivered.

I listened to the audiobook for NASH FALLS and loved all five of the narrators in the multicast. Their performance enhanced the story and was perfectly paced. Hearing their voices brought the story to life, making it feel all too real.

I cannot wait to read more about Walter Nash in the future. I think this is just the beginning of a beautiful friendship. Thank you to Netgalley for an advance copy of this audiobook. All opinions expressed here are my own.


Publisher Hachette Audio
Published November 11, 2025
Narrated MacLeod Andrews, Christine Lakin, Larry Herron, Shiromi Arserio, Will Collyer
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Nash Falls was my first David Baldacci novel, and all I can say is — wow. From the very first chapter, this story had me hooked.

The book follows Walter Nash, a man seemingly living the dream: a great job, a loving family, and a comfortable life. But everything changes in an instant. After the sudden death of his father, Walter is approached by the FBI with a shocking proposition — help them take down his employer, a powerful figure involved in something far darker than Walter could have imagined.

What unfolds is a tense, high-stakes game where every choice could cost Walter everything — his fortune, his freedom, or even his life. As the investigation deepens, the story twists and turns relentlessly, each chapter upping the suspense until the explosive conclusion.

Baldacci’s writing is sharp and cinematic, pulling you right into Walter’s growing paranoia and fear. The pacing is perfect — fast enough to keep your heart racing but grounded enough to make you care deeply about the characters. I especially appreciated how the story explored morality, loyalty, and the price of doing the right thing when every option leads to loss.

I experienced the story through both the book and the audiobook, and the narration deserves special mention. The voice actor brought real depth and tension to the characters, making the danger and emotion feel completely authentic.

Overall, Nash Falls is a masterfully written thriller that’s impossible to put down. It’s a story full of danger, sacrifice, and unexpected revelations that will leave you breathless — and wanting more.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ — Five Stars for Nash Falls.