The Last Undercover: The True Story of an FBI Agent's Dangerous Dance with Evil

by Bob Hamer

Book Overview

Bob Hamer is a 26-year veteran of the FBI. In undercover operations Hamer posed as everything from a drug dealer to an aging pedophile. His last undercover assignment-and his hardest-was infiltrating NAMBLA, the North American Man/Boy Love Association. Now, looking back on a career rich in the kind of action that makes for great cinema, Bob tells us of the challenges he endured and overcame as he stared the dark side of humanity in the face-and never...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1599951010
• ISBN13: 9781599951010
• Release Date: September 2008
• Publisher: Center Street
• Length: 351 Pages
• Weight: 1.37 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.1" x 9.2"

Customer Reviews

A story that must be read

I had the pleasure of reading Bob Hamer's "The Last Undercover" and would strongly urge anyone considering this book to pick up a copy. In what was an unimaginable assignment, Bob faced evils and situations I can't fathom having to experience. The way he tells is story is gripping and honest. The non-NAMBLA experiences shared in this novel kept me on the edge of my seat while waiting for him to bring me back to his NAMBLA investigation. This book has it all from near-death experiences involving bloods and crips to a cerebral investigation involving some of the most evil men I have ever read about. The work Bob has done and chosen to share with is could have been pulled directly from a movie which makes for one excellent and necessary read.

Amazing

Fact is always more profound than fiction. Only true stories like this one will amaze you. What a page turner.... You just can't believe what will happen next. I wish Agent Hamer was still in the FBI so we could read more stories about his adventures. Thanks to people like Agent Hamer that protect us everyday. This should be a TV show!!!

Excellent Insight into FBI Undercover Work

Bob Hamer was an FBI undercover agent for 26 years. During his time at the Bureau, he participated in investigations ranging from illegal drug trafficking to art theft. His most intense investigation, however, was his infiltration of the North American Man/Boy Love Association, better known as NAMBLA. In "The Last Undercover," Hamer gives the reader a glimpse into the world of an undercover agent who battles the FBI's bureaucracy while balancing family life against a time-intensive and dangerous career. His belief in God and love of his country are evident throughout. Not only does he believe that God gave him the opportunity to serve in the FBI, he also believes that a small prayer he muttered while ill allowed him the opportunity to pull off one of the greatest investigations of his career. Do not be fooled - this is not a book sprinkled with Biblical quotes. Rather, he is a hard working man asking for the occasional bit of help. The primary focus of the book is the NAMBLA investigation. Although he paints a sickening picture of what that organization stands for, he does not go into in-depth detail causing one to have nightmares. He does, however, through an easy writing style, give an adequate description of what these "boy lovers" want to do. A crescendo of suspense builds as he adds more nails to the pedophiles' coffins. This culminates in an ending that can't be missed. Throughout his NAMBLA investigation, Hamer reflects back on other cases he's handled throughout his career. Most are dangerous and gut wrenching; some are quite humorous. He makes it clear to the reader that criminals get caught eventually because they put "greed over caution." I recently heard the author interviewed on "The Laura Ingraham Show." He seemed as down-to-earth live as he does in the pages of this book. It is a well-written, "fast read," that's sure to keep you riveted to your seat as you turn the pages to see what happens next. The reader will gain an insight into the criminal mind and will be shocked to see how pedophiles operate on a national level. At the very least, it is a book that all parents should read. I highly recommend it.

Tosho

Most of our attention regarding national security is focused on foreign wars and protecting our homeland from terrorist attack, as well it should be. The Last Undercover draws our attention back to the ever present threat from within our society. Criminals of all ilks and perversions stalk our streets seeking victims and sick personal satisfaction. Bob Hamer represents the very best of those who sacrifice easy, self-focused lives to catch these predators and put them where they can no longer visit their destruction on others. This is the best book I've ever read in this genre. If you are inspired by well written books about good kicking evil's butt, get this book as soon as possible and set aside the time to read it straight through.

Ugly Truth

Bob Hamer takes us on a journey into the places that most of us like to pretend don't exist. With a blend of cynicism, humor and brutal honesty, Mr. Hamer details for the reader dangers that any of our families could experience on any given day. Whereas many would turn away from investigating individuals engaged in such repulsive activites, Mr. Hamer went above and beyond, gaining trust and acceptance, in order to get a tremendous series of Federal convictions. The topic is not pretty, but skillfully detailed. The reality of Mr. Hamer's career in the FBI is the stuff of movies. I highly recommend this book to any fan of true crime, police drama or American history. This work should be required reading for all criminal investigators.