Icon, J. Carson Black
Icon, J. Carson Black
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Author: J. Carson Black

Narrator: Ryan Thomas Johnson

Unabridged: 7 hr 52 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 06/12/2012


Synopsis

Hollywood superstar Max Conroy is A-list all the way—one of the few actors who can guarantee box office blockbusters on opening weekend. Max has it all: the devil-may-care charisma, the stunning movie star wife, and a sizable personal fortune that grows along with his legend.When Max escapes from a rehab center in Arizona, disoriented and longing to return to his blue-collar roots, he becomes the target of a motley group of kidnappers planning to cash in by holding him for ransom. Max not only outsmarts them; he evens the score. Little does he know that a far more dangerous and merciless enemy is coming for him. But this time, he has an ally in the smart and beautiful sheriff’s deputy Tess McCrae.For years, Max drifted through an easy superstar life, untethered and without purpose. But as he fights for his life, something turns inside him. He’s ready to live again—on his own terms. He will destroy those who’d rather see him die like an icon than live like a man.

About J. Carson Black

J. Carson Black is the best-selling, critically acclaimed author of eight books, including the Laura Cardinal crime fiction series. Born and raised in Tucson, Arizona, Black has found inspiration for her writing in everything from real-life horrors to the headlines screaming today’s news. She is currently working on her next thriller.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Nikki on June 05, 2013

I think the back of this book sold it way more than the content. From the description I was excited to read this one but about halfway through I was waiting and waiting and thinking, OK, when do we get to the good stuff? I'm not sure we actually did. It started off fairly well but for me it just fiz......more

Goodreads review by Mike on May 15, 2015

Now I have a new hero-Max Conroy! He joins Cyril Landry as one of my favorite characters. Very enjoyable and entertaining from start to finish.......more

Goodreads review by Michael on March 06, 2013

I’d not read J. Carson Black before seeing ICON strongly recommended by a writing buddy on Facebook. I’m leery of referrals because unless the person referring you to a book knows your reading preferences, often you get recommendations for books that person likes, not necessarily one you’ll like. To......more

Goodreads review by Calista on February 19, 2024

J. Carson Black Brings It Home A dried out alcoholic super star is in the cross hairs and npt one, but many want him dead. Now if Max can get his act together he might survive, but there is a problem with who to trust, who has messed with his wiring, and what he should and shouldn't do. Needless to s......more

Goodreads review by Belen on July 29, 2022

It's ok It takes a long time to get to the action. I was 50% in and it was still setting up background. I lost interest and reluctantly finished it. 3 stars bc it did have a good suspense at the end.......more


Quotes

Icon rocks from start to finish. Its thumping action propels a story that’s suspenseful, ironic, and full of surprises. J. Carson Black has created a leading man to root for in Max Conroy—and the most chilling pair of villains I’ve come across in years.” —Meg Gardiner, author of Ransom RiverIcon is a smart thriller that had me hooked from the start. J. Carson Black has outdone herself. I loved it!” —John Rector, bestselling author of Already Gone