“The Innocent” by David Baldacci is a gripping and suspenseful novel set in the realms of crime and legal thrillers. The story centers around Will Robie, a professional hitman on his last assignment. However, when the mission unexpectedly goes awry, Robie realizes he has become the target. While on the run, he encounters a teenage girl named Julie, whose parents have mysteriously disappeared. Forced to team up, Robie and Julie navigate through complex layers of intrigue as Robie seeks to uncover the truth behind the tangled events he’s become involved in and tries to protect Julie from potential threats.