Iron House

By John Hart

Book Overview

From the award-winning, New York Times bestselling author John Hart comes a gut-wrenching thriller about two brothers, one woman, and an explosive secret that threatens to tear their whole world apart...

At the Iron Mountain Home for Boys, there was nothing but time for two orphans to learn that life isn't won without a fight. Julian survives only because his older brother, Michael, is both feared and fiercely protective. When an older boy is brutally killed, Michael makes the ultimate sacrifice to protect Julian: He flees the orphanage and takes the blame with him.

For two decades, Michael thrives on the streets of New York, eventually clawing his way to a world of wealth, power, and respect. But the life he's made for himself unravels when he meets Elena, who knows nothing of his past or sins. Michael wants a fresh start with her, the chance to build a family of his own. But a life in organized crime is not so easily abandoned. Now, with a price on his head and everyone he loves at risk, Michael must return to North Carolina--to Julian, and to the secrets, lies, and danger that still remain at Iron House.

"Grisham-style intrigue and Turow-style brooding."--The New York Times

"Unforgettable."--Booklist (starred review)

• Format: Mass Market Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0312380356
• ISBN13: 9780312380359
• Release Date: December 2019
• Publisher: Minotaur Books
• Length: 592 Pages
• Weight: 0.71 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 4.1" x 7.5"

Customer Reviews

Many twists and turns!!

Very good book!! Things happened that were not expected!! Many, many twists and turns!! Hard to put down!!

Excellent Thiller

Excellent thriller involving brothers who were abandoned and raised in a home for boys and how their lives play out. Both boys encounter abuse and terror in the home until a murder occurs and one takes the rap and runs away while the other is adopted. As adults their stories involve organized crime, mental illness and murder. With lots of action, suspense and mystery it will not disappoint you! Would have given this story 5 stars but then what would I have given my favorite John Hart novels!

Riveting!

Loved all the characters, even the bad guys. Found the descriptions of the topography to be delightful. Anyone who enjoys action and drama should enjoy this one, read it in two days, couldn't put it down.