On this edition of Conversations, David Baldacci talks about his latest novel, Long Road to Mercy. The book begins a new series of novels featuring FBI agent Atlee Pine. Baldacci also discusses the Wish You Well Foundation, which he and his wife founded to fight illiteracy. Baldacci's books are published in over 45 languages and in more than 80 countries, with over 130 million worldwide sales. His works have been adapted for both feature film and television.
Conversations: David Baldacci, "Long Road to Mercy"
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