The Room of White Fire: A Novel
Written by T. Jefferson Parker
Narrated by Will Damron
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A young soldier escaped from a mental institution.
A P.I. carrying his own wounds hired to track that soldier down.
A race against the clock to bring the soldier home before he reveals the secret that haunts him.
Roland Ford—once a cop, then a marine, now a private investigator—is good at finding people. But when he's asked to locate Air Force veteran Clay Hickman, he realizes he's been drawn into something deep and dark. He knows war, having served as a Marine in first Fallujah; he also knows personal pain, as only two years have passed since his wife, Justine, died. What he doesn't know is why a shroud of secrecy hangs over the disappearance of Clay Hickman—and why he's getting a different story from everyone involved.
To begin with, there's Sequoia, the teenage woman who helped Clay escape; she's smart enough to fend off Ford's questions but impetuous enough to be on the run with an armed man. Then there's Paige Hulet, Clay's doctor, who clearly cares deeply for his welfare but is impossible to read, even as she inspires in Ford the first desire he has felt since his wife's death. And there's Briggs Spencer, the proprietor of the mental institution who is as enigmatic as he is brash, and ambitious to the point of being ruthless. What could Clay possibly know to make this search so desperate?
What began as just a job becomes a life-or-death obsession for Ford, pitting him against immensely powerful and treacherous people and forcing him to contend with chilling questions about truth, justice, and the American way.
T. Jefferson Parker
T. Jefferson Parker is the author of numerous novels and short stories, the winner of three Edgar Awards (for Silent Joe, California Girl, and the short story "Skinhead Central"), and the recipient of a Los Angeles Times Book Prize for best mystery (Silent Joe). Before becoming a full-time novelist, he was an award-winning reporter. He lives in Fallbrook, California.
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Reviews for The Room of White Fire
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- Rating: 2 out of 5 stars2/5I was intrigued to start reading this book after reading the summary. It started out fine. Roland is fine as a main lead. Yet, my issues with this book became apparent early on in the story. The story was long and drawn out into why Clay was running. It did not help that I didn't find most of the other characters engaging enough to help peak my interest. This includes Dr. Hulet. Who I did not feel the chemistry between Roland and she. Despite, these factors, I did keep reading in the hopes that the story would pick up. Even with silence, I had a hard time focusing on the book in my hand and the events taking place in that moment. Although, I did notice about half way that the story did start picking up. For me it was too late. This needed to happen way sooner in the story. While, this book may not have done anything for me, it seems other readers did enjoy it. So you might want to check this book out for yourself.
- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Why would PI Roland Ford receive more than his usual rate to find a patient gone AWOL from a mental institution? And why would he be told not to return the patient to the institution when he is found? There is a conspiracy connected to the highest levels of government. This is a well written book with an interesting plot and surprising twists. The ending leaves the door open for a sequel and I would love to read that, too. Recommend for thriller fans.
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5T. Jefferson Parker is one of the (increasingly rare) established authors I can always count on for a great story. He puts me in the moment, makes me feel the emotions, and is a master at creating tension and believability. This story could be ripped from the headlines, although if it was we probably wouldn't hear about it. We go with Roland Ford as he peels apart the layers and uncovers a truth that people with money and power would prefer remain hidden. The danger ramps up until things converge in an explosive, dramatic conclusion. The characters are well developed and memorable. Even the minor characters come alive, adding depth and spice to the story.The Room of White Fire is slow-burning suspense with a strong psychological component and a fascinating cast of characters. I think this is meant to be a stand-alone novel, but I'm hoping Parker brings Roland Ford back for another spin.*I received an ARC from the publisher, via Amazon Vine, in exchange for my honest review.*
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5I must preface this review with the facts that Jeff is a friend and I greatly admire his work. But, if you want to know why T. Jefferson Parker has won three Edgar Awards, read this book. It just might garner him a fourth. It’s that good. In THE ROOM OF WHITE FIRE, we meet Roland Ford, ex-marine with his own post=war damage and now a PI. He is hired to find Clay Hickman, a severely damaged veteran of Mid-East war and now an escapee from a high-dollar, exclusive mental health facility in Northern San Diego County. But this is no simple task. Clay doesn’t want to be found—-at least not until he can tell his story of black-site interrogations that threaten many high-level officials who will do anything to keep the story buried. This tale is fast-paced and will grab you from page one. The cast of characters are compelling and the writing is, as always, spot on. Do not miss this wonderful novel.DP Lyle, award-winning author, lecturer, story consultant