Back Spin

A Twisting Thriller Where Every Serve Could Be Deadly

Back Spin by Harlan Coben, published in 2002 by Orion, is a gripping mystery packed with razor-sharp dialogue, unexpected twists, and the relentless pacing that has made Coben a master of the genre. Featuring sports agent and amateur sleuth Myron Bolitar, this novel dives deep into a high-stakes case where family secrets and danger collide.

When the teenage son of a famous golfer is kidnapped just days before the U.S. Open, Myron is called in to investigate. As he delves into the world of professional sports, he quickly discovers that nothing is as it seems. The boy’s disappearance is just the beginning of a tangled web involving hidden pasts, family feuds, and dangerous enemies willing to do whatever it takes to protect the truth.

With the help of his eccentric yet deadly sidekick, Win, Myron must navigate a world filled with lies, money, and betrayal—where every lead brings him closer to a truth more shocking than he ever imagined.

Back Spin is a smart, suspenseful, and darkly humorous novel that will keep you guessing until the final page. Perfect for fans of crime thrillers, Coben’s fast-paced storytelling delivers another unforgettable entry in the Myron Bolitar series.