--- product_id: 351731756 title: "A Gambling Man (An Archer Novel, 2)" brand: "david baldacci" price: "$19.39" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 11 url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/351731756-a-gambling-man-an-archer-novel-2 store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # A Gambling Man (An Archer Novel, 2) **Brand:** david baldacci **Price:** $19.39 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** A Gambling Man (An Archer Novel, 2) by david baldacci - **How much does it cost?** $19.39 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/351731756-a-gambling-man-an-archer-novel-2) ## Best For - david baldacci enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted david baldacci brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description A Gambling Man (An Archer Novel Book 2) ## Images ![A Gambling Man (An Archer Novel, 2) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Le7PtB7yL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars really enjoyed the trip back in time! *by L***8 on Reviewed in the United States on June 2, 2021* Aloysius Archer is a WWII vet who has served time in prison and now seeks to make an honest living as a private eye. The novel is set in the 1950s era and as I read, I could picture the scenes as if they were playing on an old black and white TV. The main character goes by the name Archer, and he is smarter than he lets on, having no problem stepping into someone else’s mess if he can give them a hand.Archer travels to California with the hopes of learning how to be a private eye under the tutelage of one named Willie Dash. However, before he gets there, Archer becomes entangled with a man who needs to sell a very rare vehicle to cover a debt. With his new ride and a woman he just met by his side, off they go in search of fulfilling their dreams. Readers first meet Archer in One Good Deed, which is a riveting suspense-filled tale, though one doesn’t have to read it to understand the nuances of A Gambling Man.Archer is a stand-up man, who enjoys his Lucky Strike cigarettes and carries a flask in his coat pocket at all times. The moment Archer meets Willie Dash until the last page of the book, there is never a dull moment. What is really appealing about the story is it doesn’t have new-fangled gadgets to help him solve crimes. Archer has to trust his instincts and go where the cluses lead him. Even when Archer is questioning people, his thoughts aren’t always revealed which makes it more intriguing to see where Archer goes and who he is going to see.The one major difference I noticed between the first book and this one is the focus here being more on who done it and less on Archer’s extra circular movements. Liberty Callahan brings a flair to Archer’s life and a unique perspective to his new career as a “gumshoe.” I hope the author plans on giving us more action and adventure with Archer; he’s a favorite to me and I like the era Archer is placed in too!I have been anticipating this book for a while and spent the weekend enjoying every word! Each of David Baldacci’s books are filled with mystery, romance, thrills and spills! If you haven’t’ read any of his books, pick one up and be prepared to be entertained for hours! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.0 out of 5 stars Great Story and Fast Paced Read *by R***E on Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2024* This is Baldacci's second book in the Archer series and in my opinion better than the first in terms of story. I love the old-school gritty detective series and look forward to reading the third in the series. This one the main character, Archer, gets his feet wet in the PI business in a seaside town called Baytown. It feels these are more action than mystery but there is a touch of putting the pieces together in it. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Another good book by David Baldacci *by R***7 on Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2023* A lot of action, good character development, and a well developed plot. Also learned a lot about the atmosphere of the area during the 50's. Good followup to the first Archer book. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/351731756-a-gambling-man-an-archer-novel-2](https://www.desertcart.us/products/351731756-a-gambling-man-an-archer-novel-2) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-06-19*