Review: Plenty of action
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 05 26, 2013
Little Girl Gone is a suspenseful tale with plenty of action.The story begins with the main character, Logan Harper, preventing a murder. Tooney,  a friend of his father's is unwilling to go to the police about the incident or answer Logan's questions over the near shooting. As Logan pushes for answers, he soon learns more than he bargained for.A young woman is missing. She is the daughter of a Burmese immigrant and her disappearance is politically motivated. Logan is asked to help find her without police intervention, and reluctantly agrees. Plagued by painful memories from his past, Logan vows to find the young woman, and begins an urgent search for her. Clues and information he uncovers soon lead him on an international hunt through various locations, including Thailand, where he risks his own life at the hands of a ruthless and narcissistic govt.Little Girl Gone is a compelling tale with a multi-layered plot. Logan Harper is a likable character, driven by his own demons to engage in this dangerous assignment. As we learn more about him, we want him to succeed. The other characters he meets along the way are intriguing, some of whom he comes to depend on. A large cast is introduced early on and Logan must learn what part they each play as the plot twists and turns.Logan's relationship with his old Dad and his cronies is a fun addition to this fast-paced adventure. There is a grudging respect on both parts, which feels natural and unforced.This is an interesting read with a good build up of expense. The plot continuously moves forward and the level of detail suggests the author has either traveled to these locations or conducted a fair amount of research.Little Girl Gone is a good read for fans of mystery and action.