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Kalte Brandung (Die Nordsee-Morde 2) Hörbuch von Isa Maron

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Isa Maron) — Thu, 18 May 2017 05:25:41 GMT

Hören Sie sich dieses volle Hörbuch kostenlos bei https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> Titel: Kalte Brandung (Die Nordsee-Morde 2) Autor:: Isa Maron Erzähler: Elena Wilms Format: Unabridged Spieldauer: 10 hrs and 41 mins Sprache: Deutsch Veröffentlichungsdatum: 05-18-17 Herausgeber: Audible Studios Bewertung: 4 von 5 von 1 Stimmen Kategorien: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Zusammenfassung des Herausgebers: Auf einem Kinderbauernhof in Amsterdam verschwindet am helllichten Tag ein kleiner Junge. Trotz tagelanger Suche bleibt er unauffindbar. Die Polizei ist höchst alarmiert und leitet eine groß angelegte Suchaktion ein. Wie sich zeigt, ist der Vorfall bloß der Anfang. Überall in Nordholland werden Kinder vermisst gemeldet, und bald verfolgt das ganze Land fieberhaft das mediale Geschehen. Maud Mertens, die Leiterin der Ermittlungen, gerät immer stärker unter Druck. Schon einmal hat die altgediente Kommissarin durch eine falsche Entscheidung den Tod eines Kindes mitverschuldet, und sie beginnt zu zweifeln, ob sie die Richtige für diesen Job ist. Unterstützung erhält sie von der jungen Kriminalistik-Studentin Kyra Slagter, deren Schwester vor Jahren spurlos verschwunden ist und die Mertens bereits in einem anderen Fall "ungebeten" assistierte: ein ungleiches Paar, das sich dennoch perfekt ergänzt. Als eine erste Kinderleiche auftaucht, ist klar: Die Täter schrecken vor nichts zurück - und jede Minute zählt. >> Diese ungekürzte Hörbuch-Fassung wird Ihnen exklusiv von Audible präsentiert und ist ausschließlich im Download erhältlich. ©2016 DuMont Buchverlag GmbH & Co. KG (P)2017 Audible GmbH

Time to Get Even Audiobook by Gillian Larkin

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Gillian Larkin) — Fri, 14 Apr 2017 11:60:02 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Time to Get Even Subtitle: A Butterworth Mystery, Book 4 Author: Gillian Larkin Narrator: Sangita Chauhan Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 04-14-17 Publisher: Gillian Rogerson Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Retired widows, Connie and Sable Butterworth, have set up a private investigating business. Their fourth case sees them dealing with a local celebrity. Steven Stevens is the presenter of a consumer rights program. He is known for his persistence and dedication as he tracks down wrongdoers who have been tricking the public. His work has gained him many fans - and many enemies. Steven asks Connie and Sable to help him with his own problem. He is being blackmailed. Someone knows about his hidden past, and they're threatening to expose him. The threats have become more sinister, and now Steven's life is at risk. Connie and Sable begin their investigation and soon discover there is more than one suspect. Members Reviews: All that glitters. Steven Stevens is an uncaped crusader and TV star trying to bring unscrupulous predators of the innocent to heel. So why would he then require the services of the Butterworth sisters? In a case where gold may not be the only thing that glitters Connie and Sable is soon on the tracks of a blackmailer. It is amazing how Gillian can pack into a short story that other writers may take a full novel to do. I simply love these Butterworth series shorts. Another great short story mystery, great read right before bed! Time To Get Even (A Butterworth Mystery Book 4) by Gillian Larkin is another great short story mystery! Butterworth Mystery Books have two older women who are friends going into the PI business and actually doing well despite there age and lack of law experience. Common sense and watching tv crime shows, lol, helps them a lot. It is filled with a great plot, good mystery, humor, and great characters. Always a great story with this writer. ... this is the only time I've been kind of disappointed because I followed the story closely thinking I missed ... This story is about Steven Stevens a crusader for consumer rights being threatened and him having a big secret terrifies him to where he even hide disguises himself so that no one will know he's talking to the Butterworth Private Eyes this is the only time I've been kind of disappointed because I followed the story closely thinking I missed something but in this one there really wasn't they a murderer among the main characters it was just it was a good read but not what I expected from you. Wonderful, Light-Hearted Mystery I love Gillian Larkin and everything she writes! A new book is cause for celebration and always puts a smile on my face. The Butterworth mysteries are especially enjoyable and Connie and Sable will definitely capture your heart. The mystery is always intriguing and light-hearted and will bring you several hours of entertainment, just like watching an episode of your favorite old mystery show. Another Page Turner When I saw that Gillian Larkin had written a new Butterworth mystery I dropped everything to read it. Love Sable and Connie and the way they solve their cases. I like the short story format because I can read in one sitting.

Mega Audiobook by Jake Bible

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jake Bible) — Wed, 30 Apr 2014 11:02:56 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mega Subtitle: A Deep Sea Thriller Author: Jake Bible Narrator: Lee Strayer Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 04-30-14 Publisher: Jake Bible Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 84 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: There is something in the deep. Something large. Something hungry. Something prehistoric. And Team Grendel must find it, fight it, and kill it. Kinsey Thorne, the first female US Navy SEAL candidate has hit rock bottom. Having washed out of the Navy, she turned to every drink and drug she could get her hands on. Until her father and cousins, all ex-Navy SEALS themselves, offer her a way back into the life: as part of a private, elite combat Team being put together to find and hunt down an impossible monster in the Indian Ocean. Kinsey has a second chance, but can she live through it? Members Reviews: Murphys Law: If anything can go wrong, it will Murphys Law: If anything can go wrong, it will, at the most inconvinent time. That seems to be the theme of Mega: Deep Sea Thriller. From the first page to nearly the last that is what happens. Ex-SEAL, Darren Chambers, hoped he had his financial problems in hand. OOPS, the bank repos his ship and leaves him and his crew high and dry. Here comes Mr. Balentine, corporate money man with his own agenda, and his bodyguard Darby(female ex-Mosad). Balentine hires Darren and his men to aid in the rescue of kidnapped sailors from Somali pirates. Then they would search for the monster whale that Darren has been looking for. He even makes Darren the captain of his new, larger, research ship named Beowolf II. Which BTW also has all the equipment and files from Darrens old ship. (Dont ask what happened to Beowolf I) Balentine has also hired a team of ex-Seals, named them his Team Grendel, to run the rescue operation. Yup, Murphys Law. At least none of them got killed, this time This book is so filled with corporate intrigue, backstabbing, lies, and bickering you might think you were in a session of Congress. The banter among the crew and Seals is quite funny at times. I liked the twins best. There are so many people to try to keep track of it is almost a relief when some of them are taken out. Oh yes, there is a really big shark too and dont forget the really big whale that Darren is searching for, and when they find them, its action,adventure, blood, and terror. This book has it all and it is also fun to read, in this case listen too. The narrator was fantastic. He really got into it bringing the characters to life. I like it so much I kept repeating parts. The production of the audio was flawless. Im going to get Bibles other books. Audiobook purchased for review by ABR. Please find this complete review and many others at audiobookreviewer dot com [If this review helped, please press YES. Thanks!] Join Team Grendel as they find more than they... Join Team Grendel as they find more than they expected 4.5 out of 5 stars Honestly, I can't write a better synopsis than the one that was already written. There is something in the deep. Something large. Something hungry. Something prehistoric. And Team Grendel must find it, fight it, and kill it. Kinsey Thorne, the first female US Navy SEAL candidate has hit rock bottom. Having washed out of the Navy, she turned to every drink and drug she could get her hands on. Until her father and cousins, all ex-Navy SEALS themselves, offer her a way back into the life: as part of a private, elite combat Team being put together to find and hunt down an impossible monster in the Indian Ocean. Kinsey has a second chance, but can she live through it? The narration for Mega was done by Lee Strayer who does a really nice job.

Digging Up the Dirt Audiobook by Miranda James

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Miranda James) — Tue, 01 Nov 2016 23:11:03 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Digging Up the Dirt Author: Miranda James Narrator: Jorjeana Marie Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 11-01-16 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 57 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: The New York Times best-selling author of Dead with the Wind and Bless Her Dead Little Heart is back with more of those sleuthing Southern belles, the Ducote sisters. An'gel and Dickce Ducote, busy with plans for the Athena Garden Club's spring tour of grand old homes, are having trouble getting the other club members to help. The rest of the group is all aflutter now that dashing and still-eligible Hadley Partridge is back to restore his family mansion. But the idle chatter soon turns deadly serious when a body turns up on the Partridge estate after a storm. The remains might belong to Hadley's long-lost sister-in-law, Callie, whom everyone thought ran off with Hadley years ago. And if it's not Callie, who could it be? As the Ducotes begin uncovering secrets, they discover that more than one person in Athena would kill to be Mrs. Partridge. Now An'gel and Dickce will need to get their hands dirty if they hope to reveal a killer's deep-buried motives before someone else's name is mud. Members Reviews: would not work Would you try another book from Miranda James and/or Jorjeana Marie? I don't know Any additional comments? I wanted to hear this book but it never would play...could it be sent to me again? drawn out, focus on 2 80+ you sisters have to return, done of the details on book said anything about 80+ yr old sisters pinning after a man they hadn't seen for 40 years boring

One Potion in the Grave Audiobook by Heather Blake

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Heather Blake) — Tue, 17 Mar 2015 10:08:33 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: One Potion in the Grave Subtitle: Magic Potion Mystery, Book 2 Author: Heather Blake Narrator: Carla Mercer-Meyer Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 03-17-15 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 291 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Carly Bell Hartwell's love potions are always in demand in Hitching Post, Alabama, the wedding capital of the South. When Katie Sue Perrywinkle walks into the Little Shop of Potions, Carly is surprised and delighted to see her old childhood friend. Katie Sue fled her hometown and a troubled family more than a decade ago. But she's not back for a social visit; she's come to settle a score with Senator Warren Calhoun, who is in town for his son's high-profile wedding. But before Katie Sue has a chance to voice any objections, she's forced to forever hold her peace. After finding her friend dead, Carly vows to find her murderer. Were the corrupt Calhouns willing to go to any lengths to avoid a scandal? Did Katie Sue's family take the term "bad blood" to a whole new level? And why did the bride to be come to Carly for a love potion? As Carly gets closer to the truth, a killer is planning a very chilly reception... Critic Reviews: "The characters are so real and the situations so well written that readers will have a hard time putting this book down." (RT Book Reviews) Members Reviews: Narrators voice I understand the need for the "southern accent" but gheee lawd this is a lot. And the term "care bear" is sickly sweet. Store is good just tone down the southern speak a fun book! I enjoyed this book. It was a fun listen. I laughed out loud because obviously the narator enjoys what she does and she emphasises what need to be emphasised. great story love every minute of it. great story love every minute of it. can't wait to start the next book tomorrow. the story line in each book had me guessing all through out the book bewitching I am not sure of how many are still out there of this series but I'm to get them all and hope for more. An enjoyable mystery series I've listened to the first two titles in this series and hope there will be many more. Two witches, cousins born months apart, live in the town of Hitching Post, Alabama with their very extended family. One has turned to healing and the other to hexing, but never death. Good plots and typical Southern belles, gents and strange relatives.

A Cold and Lonely Place Audiobook by Sara J. Henry

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sara J. Henry) — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 12:17:51 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Cold and Lonely Place Author: Sara J. Henry Narrator: Abby Craden Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 02-05-13 Publisher: Dreamscape Media, LLC Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 72 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Freelance writer Troy Chance is snapping photos of the Saranac Lake Winter Carnival ice palace when the ice-cutting machine falls silent. Encased in the ice is the shadowy outline of a body. Troy's assigned to write an in-depth feature on the dead man, who was the privileged son of a wealthy Connecticut family who had been playing at a blue collar life in this Adirondack village. And the deeper Troy digs into his life and mysterious death, the murkier things become. After the victim's sister comes to town and a string of disturbing incidents unfold, it's clear someone doesn't want the investigation to continue. Troy doesn't know who to trust, and what she ultimately finds out threatens to shatter the serenity of these mountain towns. Members Reviews: A strong story of family, loss and redemption. Sara J. Henry's second book is another solid novel set in the Lake Placid region of New York. It is a simple then complicated and back to simple type of a story beginning with the discovery of a body in a frozen lake. By coincidence, fate of just plain dumb luck, Troy is there when a mans body is found and recovered from the frozen lake. She knows the person and shares her house with his girlfriend and begins writing a story for the local newspaper. I'll leave the rest of the story for you to discover and enjoy on your own. It is often touching, frightening, emotional and smart all within a single chapter. Some of our friends from Learning to Swim are back, in very minor - but not forgotten - roles. Part of my enjoyment of this series is Ms. Henry's spot-on description of the area and the people who inhabit this cold, remote place. They are indeed a hardy people who care about one another and do silly things like cut blocks of ice out of the lake to build and castle in the dead of winter. Occasionally, she takes a little literary license with some of the locations or behavior of the characters, but having many friends who live there, I believe she respects them and what it is they stand for. It is not an easy place to live, but some of the happiest people I know live there and the surrounding 50 miles. Sara has lived it and, if her writing about it is any indication, loves the tri-lakes especially those that call it home. I feel I must comment about the Narrator. I did not care for Abby Craden's portrayal of Troy. It was like she was telling the story in a whisper, like it was a secret. This is not how this character tells her story. I found this style/approach troublesome. I hope Suzanne Toren returns as Troy Chance giving us the strength and confidence the author has given her. Certainly a worth while listen/read indeed! great story, able to listen in the car w/ the kids Can't wait until the next book. these books have suspense and interpersonal relationships. There is not any inappropriate content. Great book, kept me so interested. Hope the author writes a sequel soon. Really kept me interested and it was a very well written book. It kept me so interested and the events unfolded at a good pace. Sad not know certain facts/details but I kind of like it the way it was all nicely put together. Meh I loved Sara's first book, Learning to Swim. However, this book I can barely get through. I'm just finding it boring.

The Devil Audiobook by Ken Bruen

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ken Bruen) — Thu, 16 Sep 2010 14:19:11 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Devil Author: Ken Bruen Narrator: Gerry O'Brien Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 09-16-10 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 49 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: America - the land of opportunity, a place where economic prosperity beckons - but not for PI Jack Taylor, who's just been refused entry. Disappointed and bitter, he thinks that an encounter with an over-friendly stranger in an airport bar is the least of his problems. Except that this stranger seems to know rather more than he should about Jack. Jack thinks no more of their meeting and resumes his old life in Galway. But when hes called to investigate a student murder connected to an elusive Mr K he remembers the man from the airport. Is the stranger really is who he says he is? With the help of the Jameson, Jack struggles to make sense of it all. After several more murders and too many coincidental encounters, Jack believes he may have met his nemesis. But why has he been chosen? And could he really have taken on the devil himself? Members Reviews: If Stephen King were Irish, he'd have written this Author Ken Bruen's crime noir novels featuring Jack Taylor are wickedly funny -- Irish wit at its absolute darkest. His protagonist is an antihero disgraced former cop turned private detective, always ready with biting phrases and usually fighting a losing battle with booze and drugs. But he's also extremely well read, philosophical, loyal and even loving sometimes -- and does good despite his best efforts at undermining himself. I highly recommend the entire series, which starts with The Guards. But this particular volume, The Devil, can stand on its own for everyone unfamiliar with the others. Because in this one, Bruen turns supernatural ala Stephen King, where Jack Taylor literally is fighting for the forces of good. Great reader! Good story, but not your typical Ken Bruen who-done-it. The reader captures the flavor perfectly.

Birds of Prey Audiobook by J. A. Jance

biacuaduc@gmail.com (J. A. Jance) — Fri, 02 Sep 2005 12:01:44 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Birds of Prey Subtitle: A Novel of Suspense Author: J. A. Jance Narrator: Cotter Smith Format: Abridged Length: 5 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 09-02-05 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 96 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: The Statfire Breeze steams its way north toward the Gulf of Alaska, buffeted by crisp sea winds blowing down from the Arctic. Those on board are seeking peace, relaxation, adventure, escape. But there is no escape here in this place of unspoiled natural majesty. Because terror strolls the decks even in the brilliant light of day...and death is a conspicuous, unwelcome passenger. And a former Seattle policeman, a damaged homicide detective who has come to heal from fresh, stinging wounds, will find that the grim ghosts pursuing him were not left behind...as a pleasure cruise gone horribly wrong carries him inexorably into lethal, ever-darkening waters. ©2001 J.A. Jance; (P)2003 HarperCollins Publishers Critic Reviews: "A great mini-vacation." (Publishers Weekly) "Birds of Prey is as much a tale of human frailty as it is a page-turning mystery." (Tampa Tribune) Members Reviews: Huge Disappointment I have listened to all 14 previous JP Beaumont novels. They were great!! I could NOT believe the disappointment (to put it mildly), I felt when I began to listen to this horrific tragedy. Who ever decided to change narrators and not offer the unabridged version should be shot!!!! This was disgusting!!! The narrator was horrible not too mention not even close to Gene Engene as JP Beaumont. I am contacting Audible for a refund and the author to find out who is responsible for such a devastating decision. Don't waste your money or a credit you will be sorry. Entertaining I listen to at least one book a month and this was a great book. The narrator was great and the quick humor fun. Where's gene The story was sorely lacking and not your typical jp Beaumont series if you have listen to the previous audiobooks with gene you missed that characteristic he brings to the story It's Abridged! Would you listen to Birds of Prey again? Why? I seldom read a book twice but I might in this case. Why? Well, what do birds have to do with anything? I'm wondering if the title refers to something not included in the abridged version. Who was your favorite character and why? The default answer as to the favorite character must, I suppose, be JP Beaumont. The only character who stood out as a separate voice in the narration was his new Grandfather-In-Law. Any additional comments? I think the setting is a great way to change our perception of JP Beaumont as a cop, to JP Beaumont as a private investigator. The change in narrators was jarring at first. The new voice seems flat in comparison with Gene Engene, but the second time I came back to the story I found myself going with the flow. New narrator This is another great book by J A Jance; however, we did prefer the previous books narrator-Gene Engene.

Castle Cay Audiobook by Lee Hanson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lee Hanson) — Fri, 12 Jun 2015 02:49:17 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Castle Cay Subtitle: Julie O'Hara Mystery Series, Book 1 Author: Lee Hanson Narrator: Paula Slade Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 06-12-15 Publisher: Karen Lee Hanson Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 113 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: When her best friend is murdered, Julie O'Hara, a body language expert, packs up her suspicion and flies to Boston for his funeral. Who could have killed rising artist Marc Solomon, and what does Castle Cay, the Solomons' mysterious Caribbean island, have to do with it? Before long, Julie's sixth sense pulls a hidden string that unravels a deadly conspiracy and her own troubled past. Members Reviews: OK I had a hard time focusing on the storyline due to the performance. There were too many characters for one narrator. Terrible writing This is the most terribly written book I've ever encountered. I never leave a book half read, but half way into this one, I realized I am getting aggravated by clumsy writing. I kept editing it in my mind instead of following the story line and finally gave up. Books should have ratings like movies I prefer not to have vulgar language or explicit sexuality in the books I read. It's even worse in audio. I did not like the reader's voice or presentation. I already requested a refund and will delete the book from my library. You've gotta' be kidding.. This is a really stupid story. It was back and forth and back and forth from the 1990's to 2007, as far as I listened. I hate back and forth books, just tell us a little something about the dead guy don't go to and from the 1990's. He's dead, for pete's sake. I don't care how he and Julie met, just solve the murder! And how much sense does it make for Julia to have sex with someone she's hated for over 2 years just because Dan said he was sorry for being a jerk. Geez! I hate when a narrator sounds the same whether it's a male of female talking. One reviewer said Ms. Slade deserved an award? Really? When a man sounds just like a woman THAT'S deserving of an award? Ummm, NO! Ms. Slade only narrated 12 books in 2 years and I can see why. If you can't even try to sound like a man you shouldn't be a narrator. good story/storyteller. narrator needs Improvement I thoroughly enjoyed this story but found myself missing parts or having to rewind and turn up the volume when the narrator whispered, which was often.

The Farm Audiobook by Tom Rob Smith

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Tom Rob Smith) — Tue, 03 Jun 2014 05:01:03 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Farm Author: Tom Rob Smith Narrator: James Langton, Suzanne Toren Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 06-03-14 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 437 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: The new international bestseller from the author of phenomenal Child 44 trilogy... The Farm If you refuse to believe me, I will no longer consider you my son. Daniel believed that his parents were enjoying a peaceful retirement on a remote farm in Sweden. But with a single phone call, everything changes. Your mother...she's not well, his father tells him. She's been imagining things - terrible, terrible things. She's had a psychotic breakdown, and been committed to a mental hospital. Before Daniel can board a plane to Sweden, his mother calls: Everything that man has told you is a lie. I'm not mad... I need the police... Meet me at Heathrow. Caught between his parents, and unsure of who to believe or trust, Daniel becomes his mother's unwilling judge and jury as she tells him an urgent tale of secrets, of lies, of a crime and a conspiracy that implicates his own father. Critic Reviews: "His mastery of suspense will make any reader's heart pound." (Financial Times) Members Reviews: Don't Waste Your Time What disappointed you about The Farm? This was perhaps the worst book I've read in quite some time. Characters were very well described, and while the first few chapters were captivating, boredom set in shortly thereafter. The majority of the book is set in the eyes of the mother, her account of her childhood and also adult life after returning to her native Sweden. She tells of scandal and her husband's attempts to commit her to a psychiatric ward. Long story short though, the book lacked purpose, as little happens until the last chapter. Plot development is beyond slow... I would not recommend this book to others. Sadly, Super Boring What disappointed you about The Farm? A lot disappointed me about The Farm. I did not care for the boring mom's endless, punishing recounting of her tale. I was staggered each time she repeated a mind-numbing detail, or produced a new, uninteresting storytelling device... A couple times I wondered if the author was deliberately trying to be boring. The Child 44 series was so outstanding, that I still love this author. But, please, TRS, no more like this one. Bring on the Crazy... I made it to the end, is about all I can say. Thanks to a recommendation from a source I can usually trust, (Books on the Nightstand) I tried this book. There are a lot of twists and turns, all of which are incredibly predictable. And there is no subtext - everything is text. In case you miss some of the subtext, the author restates it on several occasions. The readers capture the earnestness of the prose with breathless pronouncements. It's not their fault - the author wrote it this way. I kept thinking to myself, "Is she really that crazy?" , "Is he really that gullible"? Yes, yes they are. I won't spoil it for you...though it's really hard to spoil. You'll see the ending coming a mile away. Clever narration, unusual story After hearing about this audio book on the Books on the Nightstand podcast and knowing that Smiths Child 44 books received high praise, I decided to check it out. First I have to talk about the two-person narration. Its really effective and I think thats because of the way it was done - its not a straightforward narration where each person has a set piece of the story, instead its interwoven together as mother and son have conversations.

Designated Daughters Audiobook by Margaret Maron

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Margaret Maron) — Tue, 12 Aug 2014 23:29:41 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Designated Daughters Author: Margaret Maron Narrator: Margaret Maron Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 08-12-14 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 125 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: When Judge Deborah Knott is summoned to her ailing Aunt Rachel's bedside, she assumes the worst. Thankfully when she arrives at the hospice center she learns that Rachel hasn't passed; in fact, the dying woman is awake. Surrounded by her children, her extended family, and what seems like half of Colleton County, a semi-conscious Rachel breaks weeks of pained silence with snippets of stories as randomly pieced together as a well-worn patchwork quilt. But the Knott family's joy quickly gives way to shock: Less than an hour later, Aunt Rachel is found dead in her bed, smothered with a pillow. Who would kill a woman on her deathbed? Was it an act of mercy, or murder? As Deborah and her husband, Sheriff's Deputy Dwight Bryant, investigate they cross paths with an unlikely set of suspects: Rachel's longtime minister; her neighbor, the respected local doctor; the friendly single father who often sought her advice; and perhaps the most puzzling party of all, the Designated Daughters, a support group for caregivers that Rachel's own daughter belongs to. Soon Deborah and Dwight realize that the key to solving this case is hidden in Rachel's mysterious final words. Her mixed-up memories harbored a dark secret - a secret that someone close to them is determined to bury forever. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying reference material will be available in your My Library section along with the audio. Critic Reviews: In MWA Grand Master Maron's outstanding 19th mystery featuring judge Deborah Knott of North Carolina's Colleton County (after 2012's The Buzzard Table), Deborah's elderly aunt, Rachel Morton, lies near death in a hospice. Rachel attracts a crowd of friends and relatives as she talks of "babies, fires, and unpaid debts, of someone who beat his wife and of cowbirds and vegetables and broken jars." A distraction allows a killer enough time to slip into Rachel's room and smother her with a pillow, thus ending her ramblings, which apparently concealed deadly secrets. Unraveling those secrets - some 60 years old - is a slow, difficult process with lots of suspects among friends and family. Maron achieves a delicate balance as she explores differences between mistakes, sins, and crimes, and shows that justice is not always arrived at by conventional means. Humor (e.g., Deborah outfoxes an unscrupulous auctioneer) and social issues (e.g., the difficult role of caregivers to the elderly) add to the warmth of a large family with all its foibles, squabbles, and quirks. (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: Bewildered by change of narrators ............... What would have made Designated Daughters better? Go back to original narrator. Who was your favorite character and why? Too put off by narrator to have a favorite. What didnt you like about Margaret Marons performance? I identified with the characters in the other narrators voice. I felt sort of lost listening to this narrator ,I never felt like I was drawn into the story I was too busy trying to figure out who was who in the story. You didnt love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities? The story was good and the narrator's voice wasn't a bad voice , but I have come to identify the other narrator with Debra Knot . Bring back CJ Critt! Would you try another book from Margaret Maron and/or Margaret Maron? If the author insists on narrating again, NO.

Badwater: The Forensic Geology Series Audiobook by Toni K. Dwiggins

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Toni K. Dwiggins) — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 01:50:57 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Badwater: The Forensic Geology Series Author: Toni K. Dwiggins Narrator: Christine Padovan Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 09-04-12 Publisher: Toni Dwiggins Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 34 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Forensic geologists Cassie Oldfield and Walter Shaws embark on a perilous hunt - tracking a terrorist who has stolen radioactive material that is hotter than the desert in August. He threatens to release it in America's most fragile national park, Death Valley. But first he must stop the geologists who are closing in. As the hunt turns dangerous, Cassie and Walter will need grit along with their field skills to survive this case. For they are up against more than pure human malice. The unstable atom--in the hands of an unstable man - is governed by Murphy's Law. Whatever can go wrong, will go wrong. And it does. Awarded 'Best Audiobook' for 2013 by eFestival of Words.com/Best of the Independent eBook Awards, Format Specific Category. Critic Reviews: "Badwater is superb. It has a great plot with many twists and surprises, featuring real-life characters. The author did a very find job of characterizing the disconnect between all the measures intended to assure safety and the reality of things sometimes being unsafe. Truly well-written and engaging. A joy to read." (David Lochbaum, head of the Nuclear Safety Project, Union of Concerned Scientists) "Forensic geology is cool, and the setting in Death Valley perfectly matches the plot...The whole situation feels creepy and dangerous throughout." (ScienceThrillers.com) This is a fast paced thriller with the terrifying theme of radiation exposure as a weapon. CSI type fans will appreciate the science... and even those of us less well versed in the technical side will feel the fear and horror as events unfold. (Bookstack Reviews) Members Reviews: If you like series 'Bones', you'll like Badwater What made the experience of listening to Badwater: The Forensic Geology Series the most enjoyable? It reminds me of the entertaining, suspense writings of Kathy Reichs (and the tv series 'Bones') which focuses on the use of forensic anthropology. Here instead, the subject is forensic geology - which very few, if any suspense authors write about. Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How? Oh, yeah! Cassie and Walter's jeep getting sabotaged, stranding them in Death Valley; the findings in the caves, not knowing where the killer was hiding; not knowing if anyone or everyone was getting radiation poisoning or not. The author did a great job with the realism of the topic and even had an ending with a twist to it. What about Christine Padovans performance did you like? She made Cassie's voice a bit tomboyish and matter-of-fact but not overly geeky - which fit the character to a T. Walter sounded appropriately grizzled as the older, slightly ailing mentor to Cassie. All of Ms. Padovan's voice choices seemed to fit each character very well.

McNally's Dare Audiobook by Lawrence Sanders

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lawrence Sanders) — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 03:04:35 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: McNally's Dare Author: Lawrence Sanders Narrator: Boyd Gaines Format: Abridged Length: 4 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 04-09-10 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 24 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: The dowager duchess of Palm Beach dies, leaving behind a fabulous fortune and a handsome young heir - and Archy McNally is left trying to figure out who's who. When a young waiter working Malcolm "Nifty" MacNiff's annual Tennis Everyone! benefit is found dead in Nifty's otherwise pristine swimming pool, it's Archy McNally, south Florida's most famous Discreet Inquirer, who rushes in to salvage the town's reputation and solve the unfortunate crime. Palm Beach is already in a tizzy over the arrival of its newest millionaire, Lance Talbot, just in from Switzerland to claim his inheritance after the demise of his grandmother. Poor Jeff Rodgers has barely been pulled from the water when Palm Beach's rumor mill goes into overdrive. Why has Dennis Darling, crack reporter for Bare Facts magazine, descended on the fair island? Just how did handsome Lance escape that avalanche that took his mother's life, and brought him back to his Florida family? And just who is the alluring Baroness Holga von Brecht, the well-preserved woman on Lance's arm whose ageless features have Palm Beach matrons lusting after her beauty secrets? When an old school chum of Holga's is made redundant, Archy works overtime to snare a double murderer. Members Reviews: McNally's Dare (The Archy McNally Series) The dowager duchess of Palm Beach dies, leaving behind a fabulous fortune and a handsome young heir-though Archy McNally has his doubts about the boy's bona fides. â When a young waiter working Malcolm "Nifty" MacNiff's annual Tennis Everyone! benefit is found dead in Nifty's otherwise pristine swimming pool, it's Archy McNally, South Florida's most famous Discreet Inquirer, who rushes in to salvage the town's reputation and solve the un-fortunate crime. Palm Beach is already in a tizzy over the arrival of its newest millionaire, Lance Talbot, just in from Switzerland to claim his inheritance after the demise of his grandmother. There are those who believe Lance an imposter, and who he is-and was-becomes more of an enigma as Archy traces Lance's progress from the snowy Alps to the sands of Palm Beach. If he isn't the true heir, who is he? And who is the alluring Baroness Holga von Brecht, who is old enough to be his mother but claims to be his lover? When an old school chum of Holga's is made redundant, Archy must make some daring choices to snare a double murderer. "A madman thinks he has the perfect crime. He has done it before and no one has stopped him. He can do it again, or can he? Very good book. A real page turner". Worth the time. really enjoy this authors use of English I have read all the Archy books and as I have mentioned in another Sanders review, really enjoy this authors use of English. His character building and tight style makes his books a joy to read. I am now getting through the Commandment series, Also well worth a read but it is of concern that at the rate that I am consuming these books - there will one day be a void; that will be a sad day. Fantastic fun. Few writers are as insightful about how an inquisitive mind works while managing to entertain and amuse you. Too bad he's gone. I love spending time with Archy This was just as fun as all of the previous books.

Invitation to Die Audiobook by Helen Smith

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Helen Smith) — Tue, 15 Oct 2013 01:06:05 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Invitation to Die Subtitle: An Emily Castles Mystery, Book 1 Author: Helen Smith Narrator: Alison Larkin Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 10-15-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 46 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Twenty-six-year-old Emily Castles is out of workagain. So when famous romance author Morgana Blakely offers her a job helping out at a conference in London, Emily accepts. Just as eagerly, American blogger Winnie Kraster accepts an invitation from Morgana to attend as a guest, not realizing she has, in effect, accepted an invitation to die. As a cast of oddball characters assembles at the conference hotel, grievances, differences, and secrets begin to emerge. When Winnie goes missing, and then is found murdered nearby, Emily begins to suspect that someone involved with the conference is responsible. Could it be one of the organizers, one of the authors, a member of the hotel staff, or even the supplier of the chocolates for the conference gift bags? Emily teams up with guest speaker and eccentric philosophy professor Dr. Muriel to find out. Offbeat and engaging, this entertaining comic mystery is the first to feature amateur British sleuth Emily Castles. Members Reviews: Hilarious, quirky, engaging mystery If you could sum up Invitation to Die in three words, what would they be? Laugh out loud Who was your favorite character and why? Emily Castles, because I can see me in her- which is good, in a protagonist. The characters around her are mostly larger than life, and we see them through Emily's off-beat perspective. Which character as performed by Alison Larkin was your favorite? Oh, I couldn't possibly pick! Alison Larkin does an amazing job with all of them. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? It made me (and also my boyfriend) snort with laughter. We are still quoting bits of the story to each other, and laughing. Any additional comments? Only that fans of Michael Innes and Edmund Crispin, people who have perhaps given up on any modern writer of detective fiction coming up to the high comic standard of these authors, would do well to give this work a try, and to keep an eye on Helen Smith's work in the future. Murder at a Romance Convention of a British Sort An American Blogger wins a writing contest and ends up invited to a Romance Novelist's convention in England. She is delighted. She loves reading and she is eager to meet the authors of the books she has been reviewing. Of course she isn't to know that this is her last invitation. Smith's part time sleuth, Emily Castles has been hired to perform temporary services at the convention. She finds herself in the midst of as fine a group of English eccentrics as she is likely to meet and ends up investigating the death of the Blogger. I really liked this novel. It's a bit shorter than I normally listen to, but I did like Smith's satire. I found myself backing up the file to listen to the romance scene written by one of the characters in the story for the contest. I thought it was wickedly funny and reminded me a bit of the old Purple Prose contest that used to be hosted by one of the early popular Romance blogs-- (AAR? I can't remember the name unfortunately.) Anyway, while not a fabulous mystery this was a very fun read and come recommended. Also look out for the next book in the series! Not my thing cozy-mystery, amateur-sleuth, London, writers Droll humor and wacky characters are the best parts of this book. There is something a little dull with the plot, but I can't quite put my finger on it.

Agatha Raisin and the Fairies of Fryfam Audiobook by M.C. Beaton

biacuaduc@gmail.com (M.C. Beaton) — Thu, 26 Jul 2012 14:60:39 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Agatha Raisin and the Fairies of Fryfam Subtitle: Agatha Raisin, Book 10 Author: M.C. Beaton Narrator: Penelope Keith Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 07-26-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Feeling jilted and cross, Agatha follows a fortune-teller's advice and rents a cottage in the pretty village of Fryfam, where she hopes good fortune and true love will come chasing after her for a change. Unfortunately, her romantic notions are soon dispelled by the strange goings-on in the village. What are those strange lights in Agatha's back garden? Who is stealing paintings and pottery? And who murdered the local squire? Agatha's nose for trouble leads her into a maelstrom of jealousy, blackmail and dangerous liaisons - and a murderer who plans to keep irrepressible Agatha permanently in Fryfam - as a resident corpse! Members Reviews: Jolly good yarn Enjoyed the story, kept us guessing. Totally non PC and great fun. A shame the epilogue was so short though. Great books Penelope Keith is my absolutely favourite narrator. She brings books and characters alive. so talented. Well written and very well read What did you like most about Agatha Raisin and the Fairies of Fryfam? Again good easy listening, the stories are a nice length. These books are not here to challenge you, they are for enjoyment and entertainment. What did you like best about this story? Quick, good characters, over-ridding story arch between Agatha and James.... What about Penelope Keiths performance did you like? Professional, and good narration. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? No, I'm not good at that! Light comedy drama Penelope Keith brings this story to life. Her command of different voices makes the story very entertaining and easy listening. Does it for me I love this book - twists, turns, intrigues. And I am interested in the characters. Great!

Death Comes to Kurland Hall Audiobook by Catherine Lloyd

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Catherine Lloyd) — Tue, 24 Nov 2015 08:53:00 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Death Comes to Kurland Hall Author: Catherine Lloyd Narrator: Susannah Tyrrell Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 11-24-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 102 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: As wedding bells chime in Kurland St. Mary, a motley group of visitors descends on the village - and with a murderer on the prowl, some of them may not be returning home.... Lucy Harrington has returned to Kurland St. Mary to help with her friend Sophia Giffin's wedding. But her homecoming is made disagreeable by the presence of Major Robert Kurland, whose bungled proposal has ruffled Lucy's composure, and a meddling widow who has designs on her father, the village rector. Wary of the cloying Mrs. Chingford from the start, Lucy has doubts about the busybody's intentions with her father. But everyone else seems to think they make an ideal match - until the courtship is curtailed when Mrs. Chingford is found dead at the bottom of a staircase. It's clear that it wasn't an accident, and in hopes of finding the culprit, Lucy and Robert call a truce and begin scrutinizing the wedding guests. But the widow left behind plenty of enemies, and when one of them is the next to turn up dead, Lucy and Robert discover that the truth is far more scandalous than anyone could have imagined.... Members Reviews: Mystery VS Romance Novel I loved the first book in this three book series. The characters were well developed and the sense of mystery strong--with an excellent historic setting. The second book moved the characters to London and became much more of a study of manners in society. There was still a mystery quality to the book--but it was less engaging. Now this third installment is a total game changer. The mystery recedes and the romance completely takes over. I personally will walk a mile out of my way to avoid a romance novel. To me, the story was slow with serious gaps in the plot that at times made me think I had dozed off and missed a section. I would go back several chapters and listen again only to find that huge sections of the story had been just skipped over. I also found an unevenness in the plot with errors or fact changes that are never addressed or explained. Plus the story contains so much arguing and fighting between the characters that it verges on tedious. Worse than anything, I found my mind wandering while I listened. I would suddenly find myself making a grocery list or planning the next days activities. I was just bored by it all and simply not engaged with this weak installment in the series. Too much rewinding and too little mystery for me. Proceed only if you enjoy romance novels with a hint of mystery on the side. Catherine Lloyd -- please write book 4 What a great cozy! It's easy to find yourself caught up in the story. I find myself checking to see if the 4th book in the series is out yet. Loved all 3 in series! Would you listen to Death Comes to Kurland Hall again? Why? This is third in series. Really enjoyed the whole series and would like to have it go on. This series is best read in order as the relationship of the characters are part of the storyline. These are grizzly murders and well told storylines. Suspense and mystery and having it in audio added to the story. Loved the accents. WELL WRITTEN AND WELL PERFORMED. Beautiful! I just love the way Major Sir Robert proposed to Lucy. That was so we'll done! I I hope there will be more books to come from this series.

Bad Boy Audiobook by Peter Robinson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Peter Robinson) — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 07:51:23 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bad Boy Subtitle: An Inspector Banks Novel Author: Peter Robinson Narrator: Simon Prebble Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 08-24-10 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 257 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Acclaimed internationally bestselling author Peter Robinson delivers a fast-paced, nail-biting thriller in which Detective Chief Inspector Alan Banks must face his most challenging and personal case yet.... A distraught woman arrives at the Eastvale police station desperate to speak to Detective Chief Inspector Alan Banks. But since Banks is away on holiday, his partner, Annie Cabbot, steps in. The woman tells Annie that she's found a loaded gun hidden in the bedroom of her daughter, Erin: a punishable offense under English law. When an armed response team breaks into the house to retrieve the weapon, the seemingly straightforward procedure quickly spirals out of control. But trouble is only beginning for Annie, the Eastvale force, and Banks, and this time, the fallout may finally do the iconoclastic inspector in. For it turns out that Erin's best friend and roommate is none other than Tracy Banks, the DCI's daughter, who was last seen racing off to warn the owner of the gun, a very bad boy indeed. Thrust into a complicated and dangerous case intertwining the personal and the professional as never before, Annie and Banks - a bit of a bad boy himself - must risk everything to outsmart a smooth and devious psychopath. Both Annie and Banks understand that it's not just his career hanging in the balance, it's also his daughter's life. Members Reviews: Who can beat a Peter Robinson-Simon Prebble combo? Any additional comments? As always, this was a great listen.Sure wish Simon Prebble had recorded ALL of the Inspector Banks series. Detective and Father Helps His Daughter Alan Banks is off to America while his daughter Tracy gets involved with a really "bad boy" and Annie gets shot. As always, a good mystery, and I like the characters. Simon Prebble's reading is top notch. Very Enjoyable This isn't one of those few "must reads" but it certainly is a good book that holds the interest. Love the English accent of the reader, not too overbearing. The story line is exciting though because American gun laws are not the same, at the beginning American readers might wonder what the fuss is all about and avid gun owners might even be a little taken back. Simply accepting that this is/was the law in Great Britain will get you past that part. The first half of the book is interesting but not particularly thrilling to the point you can't put the book down. The excitement happens further into the book with the ending sort of petering out. I think most people who enjoy a good book will still enjoy this one.

Sin and Swoon Audiobook by Tara Brown

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Tara Brown) — Tue, 11 Aug 2015 17:15:42 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sin and Swoon Subtitle: Blood and Bone, Book 2 Author: Tara Brown Narrator: Amy Johnson Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 08-11-15 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 190 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Not even the warning label on the experimental project could have prepared Jane Spears for the nightmare she would walk into when the Ashley Potter case landed in her lap. Deep inside the victim's mind, Jane finds clues hinting at the worst crimes she has ever come upon. But the bread crumbs don't lead anywhere, and in the waking light Jane discovers nothing is as she believed. The conspiracy goes deeper than she can reveal, and the crimes are too hideous to leave unsolved. But can she stop it all in time, or will she be sucked in - trapped by the deranged mastermind? Members Reviews: true detective could,t put this one down. T he plot was wouldn't let me go to bed scary and bizarre it took a little while to figure out what was going on. I had not listened to the 1 st book in the series so don't know how much that would have helped. good twist on crime fighting. Better than the first book! Now I can't wait to read the next one! Jane is such a great character, can't wait to see what happens next. weird, strange, I don't get it. The first one was great. Maybe I expected too much from a sequel, but I got to the end and was going: Huh? No spoilers here, but the twist reminded of M. Night Shamaylan about the plants poisoning people, not the "I see dead people." Good storyline Really enjoyed this story and the narration, only negative I can think of is that the accents need a bit of work.

The Death Relic Audiobook by Chris Kuzneski

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Chris Kuzneski) — Fri, 12 Dec 2014 13:07:18 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Death Relic Author: Chris Kuzneski Narrator: Dick Hill Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 12-12-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 99 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: The New World, 1545: Vanquished by the Spanish Empire, little remained of the Aztec and Mayan civilizations. From the ashes of their cities, a unified legend emerged: Their conquerors possessed a mysterious object, an artifact so powerful - so deadly - that it came to be known as "the Death Relic". Yucatan Peninsula, present day: When Maria Pelati's research team disappears in Mexico, she calls Jonathon Payne and David Jones, who embark on a perilous mission to find the missing archaeologists. They soon realize that Maria's research may hold the key to solving one of the darkest mysteries of the New World. But their quest to learn the truth about the Death Relic may end up costing them their lives. Members Reviews: Payne & Jones + Dick Hill Exceeded my expectations Which character as performed by Dick Hill was your favorite? Dick Hill performs them all just great. I really enjoy his multitude of voices, both male and female, his different accents, the whole picture. He is a superb narrator and I search for books he narrates even if I don't know the author. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? I hated putting it down when I went to bed but did finish it the second day. So yes, I just needed more hours in the day! Any additional comments? I enjoy listening to this series. Kuzneski always mixes some real historical events (documented), some folklore, something biblical though not necessarily religious and some geographical pertaining to the area. Sometimes I find myself taking a break to look something up to find out if it is fact or fiction. Surprisingly many are factual. The story is woven through all of the above to create a nail biting mystery thriller. Everytime you think you know what is going on, you soon find out you don't. No one is quite who they seen to be. It's nice that there are characters returning from previous books giving continuity however this can be listened to as a stand alone. Very good and highly recommended. I love Payne and Jones... But Maria.... What made the experience of listening to The Death Relic the most enjoyable? I just love the characters, with whom I feel connected. I want to know so much more about them, I want to read more about them... I just love them. Who was your favorite character and why? I love Petr Ulster!!! The man is just a lovable weirdo! I always imagine Richard Griffiths playing him! What does Dick Hill bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? consistency and life Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? of course, I just wish that Maria was completely different! Any additional comments? I can't be the only one who wanted Maria to not speak the entire book... At first I was so excited to see an old character come back but then she started talking. I wanted to strangle her. Payne and Jones taking it easy this time I've listened to all (but one) of Kuzneski's Payne and Jones books and have enjoyed them a whole heck of a lot. But Death Relic was just so boring. I really didn't care about the relationship between Jones and "what's her name." There were a few good banter scenes between Jones and Payne, but for the most part it seemed like they just glided through the story.

The Lacey Confession Audiobook by Richard Greener

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Richard Greener) — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 16:59:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Lacey Confession Subtitle: The Locator, Book 2 Author: Richard Greener Narrator: Marc Vietor Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 04-12-11 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 100 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Finding people who don't want to be found is a young man's game. But when a beautiful celebrity begs semi-retired Walter Sherman to locate her nephew, he can't refuse. In his search for Harry Levine, Walter soon discovers that others are desperate to find him and willing to kill for what he has: the written confession by the mastermind behind the assassination of John F. Kennedy. Among those clamoring for the confession are the Kennedy family, renegade Russians seeking the Czar's gold, and a powerful man with connections to the CIA. Finding Harry is one thing, but hiding him from professional killers pushes Walter's aging skills to the limit. It's a wild chase across Europe, Mexico, and the Caribbean in Richard Greener's heart-stopping thriller that offers an unexpected twist on existing JFK conspiracy theories. Members Reviews: Very enjoyable story great follow up novel to the first. I would like more books with the same characters. Listen to "The Knowland Retribution" first. You will enjoy "The Lacey Confession" a lot more if you listen to its prequel, "The Knowland Retribution," first. Our author, Richard Greener, does a good job filling in the backstory, for those who haven't read his previous work; but he creates such complex, intricate plots and characters that a brief summary must leave out a lot of the richness. This time out, our hero ??? Walter Sherman, A.K.A. "The Locator" ??? succumbs, against his better judgement, to the pleas of a beautiful woman; and tumbles into a web of intrigue and deception. Like all good authors, Mr. Greener writes about what he knows ??? and he knows a lot: not just about current events, history, politics, and geography, but also ??? as a heart-transplant recipient ??? about having a heart attack. Our 60-year-old protagonist, Walter Sherman, suffers one in the midst of his quest; and Greener, without subjecting us to the gory details, takes us through Sherman's collapse and subsequent recovery from triple-bypass surgery. Unlike many other indestructible thriller heros, Walter Sherman ??? despite his toughness and his wily street-smarts ??? has a vulnerable heart, in both the metaphorical sense and the biological sense. Sherman patronizes a neighborhood bar called "Billy Smith's" on the tiny Virgin Island of St. John. Like in Donald Westlake's Dortmunder series, the bar ??? along with its "regulars" ??? provides an anchor, touchstone, comic relief, and pause-for-breath in the story. We come to love the "regulars," and long to visit the island. I hope that Mr. Greener's new heart will allow him to continue providing us with more adventures of The Locator; and, as far as I'm concerned, Marc Vietor can go on narrating them. because of the Finder... watched the Finder TV show and loved it. while the show has taken many artistic liberties in deviating from the books, the books are decent I would not recommend reading the Lacey Confession without the Knowland Retribution, but it can be done. I will listen the stories again and I think you will find the dramatization performed expertly. the story is good but not my typical style and therefore my lower rating. too bad this is the end of the Locator series. Found one thing. He used his skills to find one person.

Introducing Gertrude, Gumshoe Audiobook by Robin Merrill

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Robin Merrill) — Fri, 26 Aug 2016 01:57:41 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Introducing Gertrude, Gumshoe Author: Robin Merrill Narrator: Darlene Allen Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 08-26-16 Publisher: Robin Merrill Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 20 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Gertrude has been called a lot of things: a hoarder, an odd duck, and a crazy cat lady - but she's never been called a gumshoe. Until now. When her neighbor goes missing, she can't help but get involved, no matter how many people ask her not to. Members Reviews: Quirky, Funny Cat Woman on a Walker Grumpy Gertrude and her cats, has left the homeless shelter for the trailer park, when she finds two kids left alone in a neighboring trailer . . . off on the search for their mother, she gets more than she bargained for . . . her antics are hilarious . . . and old age doesn't slow her down . . . I was, however, disappointed to hear that she was slipping salt and pepper shakers into her bag that was hanging from her walker in the fancy restaurant . . . no matter how expensive the soup was . . . good conclusion . . . but don't think I will be continuing the series . . . Cute Cozy Gertrude is both naïve and feisty, while trying to solve a murder she makes several mistakes. Let the hijinks begin!! 4/5 Cozy Mystery Starring the Cranky Old Cat Lady Summary: Meet Gertrude. Shes an eccentric, cat-loving, cranky, coot with mild kelpto tendencies who toddles around with a walker and finds plenty of trouble. Additional Comments: - We dont really know much about Gertrude or how she got to be where she is in a tiny trailer park. Maybe more of her past comes out in future story. I only mention that because shes occasionally delightfully and occasionally eye-brow raising sort of naïve. (i.e. stars in a Thai restaurant, existence of P.I. licenses, etc) - Shes willful, opinionated, and nosy, but she cares. While that might rub some readers the wrong way, I think its part of her charm. - The cranky part of her character manifests as rude at times, but there are parts where her better nature shines through. - I heard the audio version. The narrator handled voices superbly, but her normal reading tone sounded pretty robotic. - The salt shaker collections a tad weird. - We dont actually see much of her cats, which is odd given she has so many of them. - The side characters are intriguing but could be fleshed out more. Im assuming there will be some recurring characters throughout the series. Conclusion: Its a solid start to a cozy mystery series. Theres a definite flavor here. Many will find it amusing. *I received a free copy of the audio. I freely chose to review it.* Interesting Story This was a very funny and interesting story. Gertrude seems like a an old fuddy duddy. But, she does has a kind heart. However, she lacks some skills. Overall she's funny.. Hooked on Gertrude Gumshoe I have listened to three of these on Audible so far and really liked each one! In fact, I am hooked on them. Can't wait until my next one. They are quite entertaining!

The Cut Audiobook by George Pelecanos

biacuaduc@gmail.com (George Pelecanos) — Tue, 30 Aug 2011 13:36:39 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Cut Subtitle: Spero Lucas, Book 1 Author: George Pelecanos Narrator: Dion Graham Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 08-30-11 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 217 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Spero Lucas has a new line of work. Since he returned home after serving in Iraq, he has been doing special investigations for a defense attorney. He's good at it, and he has carved out a niche: recovering stolen property, no questions asked. His cut is 40 percent. A high-profile crime boss who has heard of Lucas's specialty hires him to find out who has been stealing from his operation. It's the biggest job Lucas has ever been offered, and he quickly gets a sense of what's going on. But before he can close in on what's been taken, he tangles with a world of men whose amorality and violence leave him reeling. Is any cut worth your family, your lover, your life? Spero Lucas is George Pelecanos's greatest creation, a young man making his place in the world one battle and one mission at a time. The first in a new series of thrillers featuring Spero Lucas, The Cut is the latest confirmation of why George Pelecanos is "perhaps America's greatest living crime writer" (Stephen King). Members Reviews: So entertaining and surprising! A good old popcorn kinda story but with a new age kinda sensibility. We have a complex and unusual lead character to follow here. And, with crime fiction, I think if you can say you were in suspense, but intrigued, and entertained all at once, the novel is a success. I can say that here. And it is.The narrator, is perfectly suited to the material. He takes us on this journey and subtly navigates along with us through the plot twists and turns. Really great work! Really enjoyable! Highly recommended!!! Loved it I happened to listen to this book after just failing to finish a disappointing audible download. This was just what I was looking for: quick, smart, and entertaining. I was into the story from the get go, and REALLY enjoyed it. I live in the DC area and loved the authentic, DC-centric setting. Pelecanos doesn't just name drop all of the local bars, streets, schools, etc; he actually gets them right. He even nails the changing atmosphere of the city today. The narrator is an excellent, giving easily recognizable and distinct voices to the characters. As to the story, the Spero Lucas character is a good one, as is his interesting family and background. I'll be looking forward to checking out the next book. Something different, something good Pellecanos' entry into this growing genre - Iraq or Afghanistan vets returning to the US - is excellent. Don Winslow's "Savages" was another example of this type of novel. The moral relativism, the tension between the brothers and the unforeseen consequences of one bad decision are themes well explored. It is not Jack Reacher, although both protagonists were in the military. If anything it reminds me of the excellent movie "Four Brothers." I look forward to the next in this series. Washington, D.C. the city the mind set George Pelecanos knows Washington, D.C. Great story - exciting - a lot of my friends feel he is brutal/ethnic/whatever just writes a good engaging story. The narrator Dion Graham makes one feel out of his mouth to ..ears. Strong, typical Pelecanos. What made the experience of listening to The Cut the most enjoyable? Pelecanos' characters are always good - believable, lively, unpredictable. What does Dion Graham bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Good reading.

The Library: Where Life Checks Out Audiobook by Carmen DeSousa

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Carmen DeSousa) — Mon, 03 Aug 2015 18:55:01 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Library: Where Life Checks Out Author: Carmen DeSousa Narrator: Michelle Babb Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 08-03-15 Publisher: Carmen DeSousa Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 75 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: In 1934, the body of a beautiful, but poor young woman was found alongside a riverbank near The Depot. Beaten to a pulp, only recognizable by a tattoo on her ankle, and yet, days after the discovery, the story all but disappears. Eighty years later, locals claim The Depot is haunted. But in all the years homicide detective Mark Waters has visited the abandoned1800s train station turned restaurant, he's never seen proof. Until now. As he sifts through evidence of a supposed suicide by train, he learns a murder that took place eighty years ago may directly affect his case. Six months after the strange occurrences at The Depot, there's another murder. This time, The Library holds secrets of several murders, and the dead won't rest until the murderer checks out too. Members Reviews: The Haunted Detective If you could sum up The Library: Where Life Checks Out in three words, what would they be? Ghostly Crimesolving Adventures What other book might you compare The Library: Where Life Checks Out to and why? I don't compare books with each other. Have you listened to any of Michelle Babbs other performances before? How does this one compare? I have listened to many of her performances and will most likely listen to many many more! She is one of my favorite narrators :) Her performances are always really good. I can't wait to start another of her projects! They are always a really fun listen no matter what the genre or subject matter. If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be? Ghostly Intervention Just In Time Any additional comments? This series must be listened to (or read) in order. The first book is The Pit Stop: This Stop Could be Life or Death and as far as I know is unavailable in Audible Audio Edition format. The second book is The Depot: When Life and Death Cross Tracks and is included in this edition though not listed in the description as far as I could tell. This is the third (and it seems final) book in this series. Mark has been trying to deny the existence of ghosts for quite some time now. It keeps getting harder and harder for him to pretend they are not real and that they are figments of his imagination. His fiancée's life was saved by her greatgrandmother's ghost after all. Can he keep denying the supernatural's existence? Or will he just take the extra help to solve this odd string of crimes spanning generations? Will he be able to stop the killing before it lands too close to home? How can he trust his instincts when he half believes henis cracking up? What is really going on in their town? ***This book is suitable for mature young adult through adult listeners (and readers) who enjoy short supernatural mysteries with a bit of romance and ghostly intervention :) A haunting story... I received this audio book as a gift in exchange for a honest and unbiased review. The Library by Carmen DeSousa is a well written and thought out story about a murder from 80 years ago and now the Depot is claimed to be haunted. I really enjoyed listening to this audio book! There is danger, thrills, excitement, mystery and even love! This book has an original plot and the characters are so likable, even the ghosts. The author, Carmen DeSousa did a great job writing this story.

A Deceptive Clarity Audiobook by Aaron Elkins

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Aaron Elkins) — Tue, 17 Dec 2013 02:48:49 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Deceptive Clarity Subtitle: A Chris Norgren Mystery Author: Aaron Elkins Narrator: Corey Snow Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 12-17-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 49 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Chris Norgren, museum curator and Renaissance art expert, heads to Berlin to assist in mounting a sensational exhibit: The Plundered Past - twenty priceless Old Masters looted by the Nazis, thought for decades to be lost forever, and only recently rediscovered. But things quickly get out of hand when Chris's patrician, fastidious boss, after smelling a forgery in the lot, turns up dead the very next day - on the steps of a dismal Frankfurt brothel, of all places. Now Chris faces two daunting tasks: finding a fake painting among the masterpieces, and a real killer whose sights are now set on him. Members Reviews: How great this art! Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? Yes, particularly one who likes art and art history. What did you like best about this story? The narrator was terrific. But I thoroughly enjoyed the attention to detail in the history of the art works. Aaron Elkins did his homework on this one. I enjoyed the vivid descriptions of the different cities, felt as though I was right there with the protagonist. And of course, I loved the artwork descriptions and the provenance that went with each work of art. This book had me from the outset. Elkins provided enough mystery to keep me listening and re-listening to certain aspects of conversations looking for clues. This was a great read. Have you listened to any of Corey Snows other performances before? How does this one compare? No, I have not, but will in the future. If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be? Too Good to Be True Any additional comments? I will purchase other Elkins' novels with Chris Norgren as the protagonist and also with Corey Snow narrating. Entertaining This is a light, quick and entertaining read. The interesting facts about art only make the story more authentic. I look forward to the next book. A good story done in by a poor narrator I would recommend this as a good read: easy and even a bit informative about how things may work in the world of fine art investigators and exhibitions. The story even has a bit of a sense of humor to it, but you wouldn't know it by listening to the narrator. He sounds as if he was performing in front of a junior high assembly.

So Damn Lucky Audiobook by Deborah Coonts

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Deborah Coonts) — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 06:44:24 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: So Damn Lucky Subtitle: A Lucky OToole Vegas Adventure, Book 3 Author: Deborah Coonts Narrator: Renee Raudman Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 02-28-12 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 57 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Magician Dimitri Fortunoff appears to have a fatal accident during the final trick of the performance that marks the end of the 4-year run of one of Las Vegass most renowned burlesque shows. Soon after, his body disappears, and its up to Lucky OToole to investigate. Head of Customer Relations for the Babylon resort, the crown jewel of the megaresorts dotting the Las Vegas Strip, Lucky has the brains and resources to find out what really happened to Fortunoff - and why. But the timing couldnt be worse. Her live-in lover, Teddie, has morphed into a rock star and has been swallowed whole by life on the road. Her mother, Mona - pregnant, petulant, and perpetually underfoot - is giving new meaning to the term high maintenance. Paxton Dane, a handsome Texan long on charisma and short on history, is forcing himself into the void of Teddies absence, and a suave French chef is proving to be equal parts charm and venom, seasoned with a dash of irresistible. Did Dimitri Fortunoff really die, or is this an elaborate hoax? The trail leads Lucky through the miles of storm culverts under the city of Las Vegas, to the hordes of believers who gather for a glimpse of a UFO, then culminates on the catwalk above the crowd attending the annual Harry Houdini Séance, on Halloween, where Lucky must risk her life to catch a killer. Las Vegas expert Deborah Coonts thrills again with this third installment in her dazzling series focused on casino problem solver Lucky OToole. Members Reviews: lots of fun What made the experience of listening to So Damn Lucky the most enjoyable? I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It was right up there with the author's previous books. What did you like best about this story? the setting in Las Vegas and the fast moving pace of the story. Which character as performed by Renee Raudman was your favorite? Lucky O'Toole Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? The last paraghaph when she made a major decision on putting a relationship behind her. Any additional comments? everyone should kick back and read this book Love this Series! I love this series! I listened to this in audio format - and loved the narrator too! The story line was entertaining as always and I continue to love the characters and I'm thrilled with where her love interest is going. About time! wink, wink! This author does an excellent job of describing scenes and pulling you into the story! I look forward to reading or listening to the next one! Easy listening, fast paced and funny Good story, part mystery, part romance and part soap opera. Far fetched family saga, to say the least, but lightly handled. Given the labour laws regarding age, the legal drink and gambling ages, one wonders what jobs a 14 year old did in Las Vegas. I preferred other books in this series. The narration captures Lucky's voice well but murders the Australian accent in more ways than would appear possible. Thebeautiful jeremy has been sounding Irish to cockney to Indian/Welsh on his route from Down Under.

A Carrion Death Audiobook by Michael Stanley

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Michael Stanley) — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 04:03:26 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Carrion Death Subtitle: Introducing Detective Kubu Author: Michael Stanley Narrator: Simon Prebble Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 08-07-08 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 234 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: But when Kalahari game rangers stumble on a human corpse midmeal, it turns out the murder wasn't perfect after all. Enough evidence is left to suggest foul play. Detective David "Kubu" Bengu of the Botswana Criminal Investigation Department is assigned to the case. The detective's personality and physique match his moniker. The nickname "Kubu" is Setswana for "hippopotamus" - a seemingly docile creature, but one of the deadliest on the continent. Beneath Kubu's pleasant surface lies the same unwavering resolve that makes the hippopotamus so deceptively dangerous. Both will trample everything in their path to reach an objective. From the sun-baked riverbeds of the Kalahari to the highest offices of an international conglomerate, Kubu follows a blood-soaked trail in search of answers. Beneath a mountain of lies and superstitions, he uncovers a chain of crimes leading to the most powerful figures in the country - influential enemies who will kill anyone in their way. A memorable detective makes his debut in this gritty, mesmerizing thriller. Set amid the beauty and darkness of contemporary Africa, A Carrion Death is the first entry in an evocative new series cutting to the heart of today's Botswana - a modern democracy threatened by unstable neighbors, poachers, and diamond smugglers. Those trying to expose the corrupt ringleaders will find themselves fighting for their lives. Critic Reviews: "Intricate plotting, a grisly sense of realism, and numerous topical motifs...make this a compulsively readable novel." (Publishers Weekly) "A first novel saturated with local color....[Audiences] may be lured to Africa by the landscape, but it takes a great character like Kubu to win our loyalty." (The New York Times Book Review) Members Reviews: Such a treat gets rarer and rarer Kubu is a richly enjoyable character, surrounded by a fine ensemble. The writing is quite funny. Even the dog is funny. This might really be only a 4-star -- there are far too many characters, perhaps because way too much time is spent on bit players; some of the schtick gets repetitious, such as the drinking; the mystery gets game-y in that the reader isn't privy to many of the facts that Kubu discovers; and the POV bounces all over the place. But, with the fresh story, fascinating locale, and likable characters, I've gone for a 5. AUDIO: The reader is adequate but has a limited vocal range, so it's often difficult to figure out who's speaking. Hot and Arid The story moved along, was believable and the local color was nice. It's also good to see that race relations in Southern Africa are so improved at least as far as the police are concerned. The use of Shakespeare phrases was a nice touch. The description of orgasms could have been left out since it added nothing to the story. Maybe the obligatory sex was added to remind us this is a "modern" book. A Carrion Death and Detective Kubu What made the experience of listening to A Carrion Death the most enjoyable? Exciting mystery Who was your favorite character and why? Detective Kubu, He has a funny bone to tickle you, amongst the murders Have you listened to any of Simon Prebbles other performances before? How does this one compare? He is a genius. The different dialects are spot on.

Sweets Galore Audiobook by Connie Shelton

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Connie Shelton) — Mon, 25 Nov 2013 11:29:00 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sweets Galore Subtitle: Samantha Sweet Series, Book 6 Author: Connie Shelton Narrator: Andrea Bates Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 11-25-13 Publisher: Books In Motion Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 45 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Samantha Sweet and Beau Cardwell are getting ready for their September wedding, with the whole Sweet clan about to show up for the celebration. Dealing with her mother may turn out to be the least of Sams problems when an unwelcome visitor walks into her pastry shop - Sams old heartthrob, the charmer Jake Calendar. Jake wants money for a Hollywood get-rich-quick scheme and he wants Sam to finance the deal. Can Sam convince him that the answer is "no"? Or will he sabotage the plans for her wedding? Members Reviews: Definitely one of the best series I have read in ages I just finished the 6th book. In just a few days. You don't have ANY IDEA what that means to someone who is so busy I barely have time to sleep. So, instead, I've been up half the night reading, to find what happens with Samantha Jane. The first six books I have read have a good pace. The stories are interesting and varied. The characters are people you like. There isn't too much woosiness, pining over - does he love me, does he not - and all that really annoying stuff that cozy mystery writers often fill their pages with, ad nauseum. The mysteries in each of the books are intriguing and you want to know more about what happens - so much, that it really is hard to put down. And yes, even though I have to teach for the next several hours - and to write more articles and to update one of my own books.... I will be reading book 7 tonight. OH...one last thing. Editing. VERY WELL DONE! Whenever I read Kindle books, I make notes or highlight all the errors I find in the books. Connie Shelton's books - very few errors. And those that I find are insignificant. Best editing I have seen in a long time. Can't read just one. This is one of those series that grabbed me with the first word and I've not been able to put them down yet. The characters are real and became family. I have fretted over what was going on with Sam and Beau from one book to The next. I empathetic time for a longtime. all of Connie Shelton's books. I can't say enough about this Author. I am going to read her ninth book in this series next. I like the way she writes. Always a mystery to solve and some romance. Every chapter keeps your interest going. Fantastic Again!!!! I hope that this series continues because she left us hanging at the end of this book!!! I absolutely Love, Love, Love this series and this author!!! I have not downloaded her first book in the other series that she has and I can't wait to read it, hoping it is as good as this one!!! I love to bake and my dream has always been to have my own bakery and this book makes me wish that the bakery was mine!!! Absolutely fantastic writing, keep them coming. I also have another series of murder mystery bakery books and there must be between 10 - 15 books in that series already, she keeps them coming once a year and I love that series also. It is Joanne Fluke in the Hannah Swenson series, and I hope this series by Connie Shelton goes for a long time and I am so glad that she writes more than 1 book in the series in a year!!!!! Missing Bride Sam and Beau are getting married. The family is present as the groom, minister, wedding gown, flowers and cake; but the bride is missing. Sam has been detain by APD because she is the main suspect in the murder of her daughter's father.

A Witness Above Audiobook by Andy Straka

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Andy Straka) — Wed, 24 Sep 2014 15:41:09 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Witness Above Subtitle: Frank Pavlicek Mysteries, Book 1 Author: Andy Straka Narrator: Eddie Frierson Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 09-24-14 Publisher: AP Audio Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 33 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Thirteen years ago, Frank Pavlicek left the NYPD under less than ideal circumstances. Now, the divorced father of a teenage daughter, he works as a private investigator in Charlottesville, Virginia, where he indulges his passion for falconry - and tries to live outside the shadow of his past. Frank is hunting with his red-tailed hawk Armistead, when he finds it. A teenage boy's body - barely concealed behind a pile of brush. But what Frank finds in the dead boy's wallet is even more disturbing: his daughter's phone number, scribbled in ink on the edge of a bill. He pockets the evidence and flees. Days later, his daughter is in jail. His past is coming back to haunt him. And his reputation - and life - are on the line. Originally published by NAL/Signet/Penguin. Members Reviews: A Private Eye, Falcons, and Dead Boy Interesting and different, A Witness Above, is the story of Frank Pavlicek, an ex-cop, turned private eye, who runs into the body of a teenage boy while out hunting with his red-tailed falcon in the hills of Virginia. Frank's bread and butter for the past thirteen years has been divorce and non-violent cases, NOT murder, since leaving the NYPD. But what he finds in the teenager's wallet changes all that. The Virginia accents are spot on, as well as many of the attitudes of whites versus blacks. I appreciated that the book wasn't full of expletives, yet was an excellent mystery. The faith and love expressed by the mother of the murdered boy and the way she reached out to Pavlicek was one of my favorite parts of the book. Great listen!

Ghost Audiobook by Wayne Thomas Batson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Wayne Thomas Batson) — Tue, 11 Mar 2014 05:46:08 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ghost Subtitle: A John Spector Novel, Volume 1 Author: Wayne Thomas Batson Narrator: Brandon McKernan Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 03-11-14 Publisher: wayne thomas batson Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 35 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Protector and punisher Hunter and hunted Down-to-earth and otherworldly John Spector, aka GHOST, isnt your ordinary investigator. He carries a shiny badge, a billfold ID, and a mysterious silver suitcase. His mission? Seek the forgotten ones, the abandoned ones, the ones no one else can or will help. Visit blunt force trauma upon the worlds blackest souls and deny the devil his day by any means necessary. And never stop. Never. For more than a decade, the "Smiling Jack" killer has been posting photos of his victims on the Web, daring anyone to catch him, daring anyone to care. But when no missing person files match and no victims are ever found, the FBI closes the case. Years later, a digital camera washes up on shore, and GHOST finds it. Each macabre photo becomes a clue that will lead GHOST and FBI Special Agent Deanna Rezvani on the trail of one of the most diabolical killers of this worldor beyond. "No one gets away with murder. Not for long." NOTE: This audiobook is intended for mature reading audiences. The appropriate listener age is: 16+ Members Reviews: Get ready to meet a new kind of superhero Some call him 'Ghost', a few call him 'Horseman', he is on assignment in Florida to find a serial killer. He carries a silver case with fantastic tools but no cell phone. His detective work is familiar to Phillip Marlowe, Sam Spade, Inspector Linley, and Kinsey Milhone, as well as the FBI and local law enforcement. But he is dramatically different from all of them. Just ask FBI Special Agent Deanna Rezvani, some crooks, and a whole lot of supernatural bad guys. See the publisher's summary for more hints. No spoilers here. I was fortunate to get this one super cheap courtesy of Book Gorilla, but it is worth real money. Excellent imagery and characterization make this a fine urban fantasy with a twist. Brandon gives a remarkable performance with just the right touch. Hope that there are more John Spector books coming soon! I Loved This Book. Can't Wait for the Next One! I really enjoyed this book and the audiobook just made it that much more enjoyable. The narrator was perfect for this book! The chemistry between John Spectre, aka Ghost aka Horseman, and FBI Special Agent Reznazi,aka Rez, was fantastic. When a pro-choice serial killer known as Smiling Jack reappears after a four year hiatus, Ghost and Rez team up to track the killer down before he kills again. Rez's goal is to stop these killings and bring the killer to justice. Ghost, on the other hand, is seeking a more permanent and lethal end to the killer. At first the FBI refuses to reopen the Smiling Jack case believing it to be a hoax. However, when a body turns up in Florida this time they can no longer deny that Smiling Jack is real, and they must take the case seriously if they are to catch the killer. Rez is pulled from the investigation that she started on her own time, and Ghost is threatened with federal jail time unless he backs off the case and lets the FBI handle things from here on out. None of this stops Ghost and Rez from doing whatever they have to do to catch the killer. There are some supernatural events that slow Ghost down and make his life more difficult, but in the end Ghost overcomes all obstacles. Brandon McKernan does a wonderful job as narrator.

A Journal of Sin Audiobook by Darryl Donaghue

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Darryl Donaghue) — Mon, 04 Jul 2016 07:15:51 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Journal of Sin Subtitle: A Sarah Gladstone Thriller, Book 1 Author: Darryl Donaghue Narrator: Georgina Tate Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 07-04-16 Publisher: Vellichor Press Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 41 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: A murdered priest leaves behind records of confessional secrets. Secrets someone would prefer he took to the grave. A small town in the English countryside isolated by a severe storm, and a young female officer, alone and out of her depth. A troubled priest is brutally murdered, leaving behind a journal of the residents' confessional secrets; secrets certain people would have preferred he took to the grave. As word spreads, the pressure rises as the eyes of the town watch her every move. With no forensic team, no support, and a savage killer hiding in a turbulent town, is PC Sarah Gladstone up to the task? Members Reviews: Good listen on a long road trip I love ALL British Crime, Detective, and Mystery shows available to the US via Public Television. The heroin in this story is less confident and sure of herself, which was the biggest disappointment in my opinion. I like a kick-ass confident S/hero type, that isnt constantly second guessing herself. This one is a victim of circumstance in so many ways, inferior to men by size, lower in rank to men, made victim by the town gossip, the town drunk, the town bully, & the random rogue live news reporter, and of course, the bad guy. Enjoyable I enjoyed the story and the plot-line held my interest although it felt a bit rushed in places - particularly towards the end. The premise - a dead body found in a small town cut off by floods with only an inexperienced policewoman to solve the crime - was good, and I particularly like the lead character Sarah, who felt believable and real. Entertaining! I listened to this on a long journey and thoroughly enjoyed it. A good thriller which kept me guessing. Good story line Loved the book .It had a good plot. wwaiting for the next book with Sarah Gladstone Great story and well narrated I thoroughly enjoyed this audiobook. The story was exciting and I was gripped right to the end. The narration was well paced and the characters well acted. I look forward to hearing the second in the series!

Dead by Morning Audiobook by Beverly Barton

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Beverly Barton) — Tue, 20 Sep 2011 17:48:56 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dead by Morning Subtitle: The Dead By Trilogy, Book 2 Author: Beverly Barton Narrator: Karen White Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 09-20-11 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 40 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: The darkest sins He begins his work just before dawn, wielding a knife with the precision of a surgeon. Cunning and meticulous, hes always in control. Mercy is not an option. Will always Maleah Perdue is tough, outspoken, and completely dedicated to her work at the Powell Security Agency. But her fearless exterior shatters when a madman begins killing her colleagues one by one, mimicking a notorious serial killer already behind bars. Working alongside top profiler Derek Lawrence, Maleah will do anything to find the murderer, even if it means playing a psychopaths twisted mind games. Come to light. No one connected to the agency is safe. No one is beyond suspicion. For as Maleah and Derek piece together the clues, they uncover a chilling legacy of lies and brutal vengeanceand a killer who has been hiding in plain sight all along. Critic Reviews: The second Dead thriller is a great romantic suspense that grips the audience from the moment the protagonists begin to learn of the assault on Powell and never lets go as the climax diabolically leads to the next unpublished tale. The lead pair is a terrific couplingHowever, what makes Dead by Morning super is the serial killer, who will be considered one of the vilest of the year. ( Mystery Gazette) Members Reviews: Not as Advertised Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not? I could not put my finger as to why this was not a good use of 15 hrs of listening. I purchased as I liked Don't cry, and I liked Karen white as a reader. I purchased all three but should have just purchase as I could listen. Very disappointed as the main heroine was supposed to be tough and strong. I did not like our heroine or Nick, they both came off weak. This is a turn off for me. When the sneak preview said Me lea was strong, I listened out of order as I am not a person who is compelled to listen in order. I can pick up a story without having to listen in order. What do you think your next listen will be? not sure What about Karen Whites performance did you like? I love her voice, but she could only do her best based on the author/editor work. Was Dead by Morning worth the listening time? No it was not. Our hero Dereck gets lost with the too many characters introduced in this story Any additional comments? not a good spend on this trilogy Better than the first book!! The author did a much better job of building the tension and suspense earlier in this book than the first in the series which dragged in parts in my opinion. I still liked the first book overall even with its faults and the narrator took a bit of time to get used to but her voice finally grew on me and I came to like it in the end. This second book though moves more quickly and gets more involved in answering the lingering questions from the first. Though there are more questions left to ponder for book 3 in the series this book did a good job of completing an important part of the story while still leaving you hanging for the next part. I have already purchased the third book and am preparing to listen to it right away.

Among the Departed Audiobook by Vicki Delany

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Vicki Delany) — Thu, 12 May 2011 16:02:23 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Among the Departed Subtitle: A Constable Molly Smith Mystery Author: Vicki Delany Narrator: Carrington MacDuffie Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 05-12-11 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 25 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Fifteen years ago, a young girl by the name of Moonlight Smith went to the house of her best friend, Nicky Nowak, for a sleepover. Moonlight joined the family for breakfast the following morning and was then picked up by her mother. Shortly after, Mr. Nowak went for a walk. He was never seen again. Autumn has arrived on the mountains above Trafalgar, British Columbia, Canada, and the promise of winter is in the air. Constable Molly Smith is sitting by the fireplace with Adam Tocek of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police when Tocek and his dog, Norman, are called to a wilderness camping ground to join the search for a little boy who sneaked away from his family looking for bears. The child is found, dirty, terrified, and weeping but unharmed. Then the inquisitive Norman digs up something else: human bones. The ID isnt positive, but it is enough to have Sergeant John Winters of the Trafalgar City Police pulling old boxes from the basement to reopen the Brian Nowak investigation. He finds a family shattered beyond recognition by Brians disappearance. Mrs. Nowak is an empty shell of a woman, dressed in pajamas, never leaving the house. Her son, Kyle, haunts the streets of Trafalgar at night and spends his days creating beautiful but highly troubling art. Nicky Nowak lives in Vancouver and has grown up to be gorgeous, charming, elegant. Yet behind that façade lies a woman whose heart has closed so tightly against human relationships that she comes to Trafalgar trailing in her wake a terrifying threat to another innocent family. As the investigation into the life and disappearance of Brian Nowak grows, old secrets are brought to light and new ones struggle to remain hidden. Among the Departed is more than a mystery novel: it is also a story of lovelove new and old, long concealed, life affirming, and fatal. A Poisoned Pen Press Mystery Critic Reviews: [Delanys] exceptional ability to create characters, both realistic and sometimes creepy, makes this another terrific addition to her outstanding body of work. (Library Journal) Members Reviews: The Best of the Series A missing boy on Holiday is the impetus for the Trafalgar B.C. police to search the woods where they locate the body of a man missing for fifteen years. It is particularly meaningful for Constable Molly Smith; back when she was 14 year old Moonlight Smith, she was one of the last people to see Brian Nowak alive. In the intervening years 15 years since Brian's disappearance his family has disintegrated. His wife is a practically a recluse; a shadow of herself. The son Kyle is an angry man incapable of forming human relationships, and still lives in the basement of his mother's house.

Decked Audiobook by Carol Higgins Clark

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Carol Higgins Clark) — Wed, 18 Mar 1998 13:19:49 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Decked Subtitle: Regan Reilly Mystery Series, Book 1 Author: Carol Higgins Clark Narrator: Mary Higgins Clark Format: Abridged Length: 3 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 03-18-98 Publisher: Phoenix Books Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 66 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: When Athena disappeared from St. Polycarp's College at Oxford, her friends assumed she had run away - to hide from her overbearing, wealthy Greek family, or even to marry some unacceptable young man. To their shock, they find out at their 10-year reunion that her body has been discovered in an excavation. Private investigator Regan Reilly, Athena's former college roommate, is determined to track down her friend's killer. Despite a 10-year-old trail, she uncovers a host of eccentric and uncooperative suspects. A down-to-earth, likable heroine, a wonderful cast of eclectic characters, and a suspense-laden plot add up to an impressive first novel for Carol Higgins Clark. Copyright ©1992 by Carol Higgins Clark; Copyright (P)1992 by Dove Audio, Inc. Members Reviews: No disrespect intended The story was ok, not one of the best by the author. But then my lukewarm feelings for the book may be due to the narration. I do not mean any disrespect, Mary Higgins Clark is a talented author, but ....please don't have her narrate any more books! I've listened to hundreds of audio books and only been completely turned off by the narration on three of those, so I'm not that hard to please. The narration on this book grated so severely on my nerves that I almost could not listen to it. I made it through, but it was actually a relief to get to the end of the story. Not everyone has the talent to be a respected author, but not everyone has the talent to be a great voice over. Please respect a voice over's talent and hard work and don't narrate just because you are an author. If you must do so, then please take some more, many more, voice over classes before trying it again. First novel effort Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not? No, not compelling/ How could the performance have been better? Another narrator - please don't let Mary Higgins Clark narrate - keep her at the typewriter! Could you see Decked being made into a movie or a TV series? Who should the stars be? No Any additional comments? Was expecting better. Great Mystery Writer Really enjoyed my first book by Carol Higgins Clark, and the first in the series with Regan Reilly. I definitely plan on reading or listening to the rest of the series. Great suspense and intrigue with enjoyable characters. Mother's Coat Tails Someone needs to tell this lady she can't write. Certainly can't hold a candle to her mother.

I.Q. Hörbuch von Joe Ide

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Joe Ide) — Mon, 21 Nov 2016 01:59:51 GMT

Hören Sie sich dieses volle Hörbuch kostenlos bei https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> Titel: I.Q. Autor:: Joe Ide Erzähler: Gordon Piedesack Format: Unabridged Spieldauer: 11 hrs and 28 mins Sprache: Deutsch Veröffentlichungsdatum: 11-21-16 Herausgeber: Der Hörverlag Bewertung: 4 von 5 von 2 Stimmen Kategorien: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Zusammenfassung des Herausgebers: I.Q. nennt man Isaiah Quintabe in den schwarzen Hoods von Los Angeles. Weil er ein Genie ist und weil er als eine Art Nachbarschaftsdetektiv ohne Lizenz den "kleinen Leuten" zu ihrem Recht verhilft. Oder wenn das schwierig ist, immerhin zu Gerechtigkeit, Genugtuung und Entschädigung. Zusammen mit seinem Sidekick, dem schlagfertigen Gangsta Dodson, wird er wider Willen von dem Top-Rapper Murda One angeheuert, um Mordanschläge auf dessen Leben aufzuklären. Das führt ins finstere Herz des Rap-Business, wo sich jede Menge wunderliche und tödliche Gestalten tummeln: Gangsta Rapper, Bitches, Anwälte, Auftragskiller, Drogenbosse, Big-Business-Leute und Medienvolk. Bald haben es I.Q. und Dodson mit verfeindeten Gangs, schießwütigen Narcos und gierigen Musikproduzenten zu tun. Gut, dass I.Q. ein Weltmeister der Deduktion ist, und gut auch, dass er notfalls genauso viel kriminelle Energien hat wie seine Widersacher. Oder noch mehr... ©2016 Joe Ide / Suhrkamp Verlag, Berlin. Übersetzung von Conny Lösch (P)2016 Der Hörverlag Mitglieder Bewertungen: I've never read a book like this before. Think "The Wire" written and directed by Charles Dickens. Erudite, colloquial, but most importantly, an interesting page turner. The story examines a gifted young man's response to loss(es), who matter-of-factly lives in a neighborhood surrounded by violence and risky economy. The story of the present and past are interwoven around the growth and development of a humble hero whose sense of fair play commands respect without violence. While there are guns, blood ,sex, drugs, these are only adjectives to support the story of Isaiah and his friends, and carry it forward. When the book ends, on a completely unexpected and intriguing note, one is left wanting more. Soon! This is one of the best books I've ever read for character development, emotion, and story. Read this book! I loved this book. This really is a step away from the hard boiled detective book that you can figure out by page 60. Interesting characters and well written. I read in excess of a hundred books annually and most are just entertainment. While entertaining, this was on a different level. Most of the time, I really don't like to dual timelines and different points of view can be tricky but Joe Ide made it work. I hope the guy writes more books because I want to read them.

The Wrong Rite Audiobook by Charlotte MacLeod

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Charlotte MacLeod) — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 09:39:21 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Wrong Rite Author: Charlotte MacLeod Narrator: William Dufris Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 01-17-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 40 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Returning with his wife and infant daughter to Wales for a family reunion, Canadian Mounted Police detective Madoc Rhys finds himself investigating the death of his cousin. By the author of An Owl Too Many. Members Reviews: Engaging Mystery in a Peaceful Setting I have read or listened to many of Charlotte MacLeod's books. I enjoy the characters, the humor, the settings and the mysteries. This book takes place in a large house in rural Wales. The author spends just enough time describing the settings, the characters, and some ancient Welsh traditions. As I listened, I envisioned how the place and the characters looked. Early in the book the pace is relaxed - that was fine for me. When a murder takes place, the pace picks up appropriately. For me the humor was gentle and chuckle inducing. It helped make two especially annoying characters bearable. Narrator William Dufris does an admirable job voicing a large number of male and female characters. It took me a chapter or two to get accustomed to his "rhythm". I'm not a stickler about "correctness" of character accents. If you are I would suggest that you listen to the sample. This book does not include graphic sex or violence. It is not a "thriller." If you enjoy a relaxed "cozy" mystery with a good story and a sense of humor, this book is for you. Good book; excellent raeding Any additional comments? I love Charlotte MacLeod's writing, but this book never really grabbed me ... until I listened to William Dufris's reading. Now I understood more of the humor, etc. I can't say enough good things about this performance!

A Sight for Sore Eyes Audiobook by Ruth Rendell

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ruth Rendell) — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 08:57:03 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Sight for Sore Eyes Author: Ruth Rendell Narrator: Jenny Sterlin Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 11-29-11 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 104 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Having published 45 books, Ruth Rendell is an internationally popular mystery writer. She has won four Gold Dagger and three Edgar awards. She has been presented with the Commander of the British Empire honor, and named Grand Master by the Mystery Writers of America. In A Sight For Sore Eyes, Ruth Rendells exceptional literary talent shines from each word. Teddy Brex is a handsome young man. Raised by parents who never loved him, he has grown to put his trust in objects. Things rarely disappoint him the way people do. Francine Hill is a lovely sight. And, like Teddy, she carries deep psychological scars. What brings these two young people together, however, isnt beauty. It is death. As Ruth Rendell probes the dark forces childhood has created in Teddys and Francines lives, an emotionally gripping story unfolds. Narrator Jenny Sterlin voices all the subtle layers of suspense that are the hallmark of Rendells incomparable work. Members Reviews: Reader emits noises that are distracting It's unkind, but whether it's a result of a dry mouth or popping sinuses, there are noises associated with the reader's voice that are terribly distracting. These noises combined with her strange interpretation of many characters' voices make it difficult to listen to this recording. This is a very enjoyable R. Rendell book, but the reader definitely detracts. Amazing labyrinth Intricate tale that gets creepier as it unfolds. Terrific narrator adds to the atmosphere in an understated manner. Good character development envoked my empathy in unimagined ways. one of Rendell's best Ruth Rendell in her prime. Gripping, beautifully and slowly unfolded story and characters you cannot forget. The narrator captures many of the cringe-inducing aspects of this novel/mystery. A terrific experience. Can't guess the ending til the end Only Rendell can make a reader understand, empathize, and even and root for a homocidal sociopath. As usual, rendall is a great storyteller but... Some parts a bit on the gruesome side and hard to read. She is an amazing writer. Always the surprises!!

Fortune Cookie Audiobook by Josi S. Kilpack

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Josi S. Kilpack) — Mon, 07 Apr 2014 00:46:08 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Fortune Cookie Author: Josi S. Kilpack Narrator: Diane Dabczynski Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 04-07-14 Publisher: Shadow Mountain Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 33 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Sadie Hoffmiller has always liked things to be just so. A place for everything and everything in its place. Order over chaos. And of all things Sadie should be able to control, her own wedding is at the top of the list. With the big day just three weeks away, Sadie is busily adding the final touches to her wedding plans, but the arrival of a mysterious letter from San Francisco changes everything. The only person Sadie knows in San Francisco is her older sister, Wendy, whom she hasn't seen or heard from since their mother's funeral nearly 15 years ago. Sadie has faced off against murderers and criminals in recent years, yet the possibility of reconnecting with her sister is both overwhelming and frightening. Sadie soon discovers, however, that the letter is just the beginning when Wendy's world turns out to be a place of unanswered questions, twisted truths, and more than one person with a motive for murder.The more Sadie digs into her sister's past, the more she places her own future at risk. Members Reviews: Love Josie S. Kilpack! This series has been my favorite. This is number 11 of 12 and is fantastic just like the previous ones. Great story and suspense!

Nothing to Lose Audiobook by Lee Child

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lee Child) — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 08:55:26 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Nothing to Lose Subtitle: Jack Reacher 12 Author: Lee Child Narrator: Jeff Harding Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 06-23-11 Publisher: Random House AudioBooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 79 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Two small towns in Colorado: Hope and Despair. Between them, nothing but twelve miles of empty road. Jack Reacher can't find a ride, so he walks. All he wants is a cup of coffee. What he gets are four redneck deputies who want to run him out of town. Mistake. They're picking on the wrong guy. Jack Reacher is a big man, and he's in shape. No job, no address, no baggage. Nothing, except bloody-minded curiosity. What is the secret the locals seem so keen to hide? A hard man is good to find. Ex-military cop Reacher is today's most addictive hero. Now he pulls on a tiny loose thread, to unravel conspiracies that expose the most shocking truths. Because, after all, Jack Reacher has nothing to lose. Members Reviews: Chapters. I hate it when the chapters don't align to that offered as chapters from the book. One has trouble finding the place to start listening, when distracted. I loved the story. Jack does scrapyard challenge. What did you love best about Nothing to Lose? Closed, stifling, suspicious? Jack can punch all the way to freedom. What was one of the most memorable moments of Nothing to Lose? Early on Jack enters the town and orders a beer, the locals give him the evil eye, and Jack responds like Jack does. Stereo and deluxe. What about Jeff Hardings performance did you like? Jeff gets Reacher, awkward, elusive, charismatic, blunt. Believe, I tell you, believe! Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? Come on this is Jack Reacher, if you get moved by fiction, this is not your genre. You get a kick! Plenty of those in this novel, each as purging as dry figs. Bit pedestrian and fanciful tale Would you listen to Nothing to Lose again? Why? Wouldn't listen again as unlike the other Reacher novels it has poor character development , little emotional connection and fanciful story. What will your next listen be? Simon Kernick - Stay alive Have you listened to any of Jeff Hardings other performances? How does this one compare? Good performance by jeff harding but struggles to work with poor material. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? No part of the book really engaged me emotionally and the whole experience left an insubstantial feeling. Any additional comments? After listening to all the reacher novels so far this has made me want to take a long wait before trying book 13. Reacher ... a magnet for trouble Oh Reacher Reacher when will you learn to keep your 6' 5" frome out of trouble. If Lee Child's creation did then we would robbed of a dusty, eccentric, travelling rough neck with the moral code of the Lone Ranger wedded to the chivalry of a medieval knight. This strory saunters along gathering dust and trouble. None of the trouble is of Reachers making of course though in the breaking of a few arms and heads he is more than able to find solutions. Without the voice of Jeff Harding ... who in my mind is THE Reacher ... the vision would not be complete.

Cast in Stone Audiobook by G. M. Ford

biacuaduc@gmail.com (G. M. Ford) — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 17:02:23 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Cast in Stone Subtitle: A Leo Waterman Mystery, Book 2 Author: G. M. Ford Narrator: Patrick Lawlor Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 08-28-12 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 70 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Leos boyhood hero, Henry Heck Sundstrom, was larger than life. Lately, however, Hecks life has been spiraling out of control. First there was the honeymoon boating accident that killed Hecks son and new daughter-in-law, Allison. And now the big man himself is dying struck down by a delivery truck in a seedy section of Seattle. As he investigates, Leo begins to wonder if Allison went down with the ship. And whether, with the aid of his aging legmen, the Boys, he can prove the late Mrs. Heck is more alive and lethal than anyone ever suspected. Members Reviews: Another enjoyable escapade Would you listen to Cast in Stone again? Why? Possibly Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How? Most entertaining imersion reading experience. I stayed with kindle and audible books until done. What about Patrick Lawlors performance did you like? Super narrator/performer for this series. He captured Leo and his misfit band perfectly. Enjoyable PI fare I reviewed the first book in the series and I could almost copy and paste that review here. It has the same basic format and feel. You don't need to read the first one to enjoy this one. These are not 'gritty' or intense PI novels. They will make you snicker. There was no nail biting, no non-stop action, no severe head scratching confusion. What you will get is amusement, mystery and a story line that should hold your interest. Not too simple, not overly complex, not profound. But definitely enjoyable. The narrator was great. His voice matched my impression of Leo Waterman. His tone worked well with the overall feel of the book. The opening chapter alone justifies 4 stars!! I wish all authors would write opening chapters that leave the listener anticipating more. That is what G.M. Ford does with Cast in Stone. I am listening to the PI Leo Waterman series in random order. This is the second novel. Waterman is still poor because his dad's will delayed his huge inheritance until his 45th birthday. Cast in stone is a solid suspense mystery/thriller with outstanding narration. This is a fun series. That was fun! Fun! But the author occasionally makes it unnecessarily gross. I will buy another of this series.

The Body in the Wardrobe Audiobook by Katherine Hall Page

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Katherine Hall Page) — Tue, 26 Apr 2016 03:00:57 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Body in the Wardrobe Subtitle: A Faith Fairchild Mystery Author: Katherine Hall Page Narrator: Tanya Eby Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 04-26-16 Publisher: Dreamscape Media, LLC Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Attorney Sophie Maxwell has come to Savannah to be with her new husband, Will. But nothing throws cold water on a hot relationship faster than a dead body. Worse for Sophie, no one believes the body she knows she saw is real. Fortunately, Sophie has a good friend in Faith Fairchild. With teenage Amy being bullied by mean girls and husband Tom contemplating a major life change that will affect all the Fairchilds, Faith is eager for distraction in the form of some sleuthing. In between discussions of newlywed agita, surprising Savannah customs, and, of course, fabulous low-country food, Faith and Sophie will pair up to unmask a killer! Members Reviews: Five Stars I love all of Mrs. Page's Faith Fairchild books. They're rather adult Nancy Drew's. Another great "Body found" story. Another great book by Katherine Hall Page. Having two stories going on at the same time was a good idea. Always enjoy her books. Five Stars I enjoyed reading this book, I liked her characters, and enjoyed reading about Georgia. I think that this is my favorite "Faith Fairchild" mystery yet I have read every Katherine Hall Page book that she has written. I think that this is my favorite "Faith Fairchild" mystery yet. In last year's release, "The Body in the Birches" set in Maine, you are introduced to Sophie and Will Maxwell. Sophie and Will end up falling in love and marrying and moving to Savannah. Sophie is an attorney and joins the family law firm and is introduced to Will's strange family. At the same time, Faith and her family are in Aleford, MA with their own challenges. It's such an interesting and intriguing story of both women's lives. You really cannot guess where it will all end up. Faith ultimately saves the day for Sophie and Will and I really hated when I finished this book! Four Stars I love the Faith Fairchild series

The Intrusions Audiobook by Stav Sherez

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Stav Sherez) — Thu, 28 Sep 2017 01:24:05 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Intrusions Author: Stav Sherez Narrator: Kris Dyer Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 09-28-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: When a distressed young woman arrives at their station claiming her friend has been abducted, and that the man threatened to come back and 'claim her next', detectives Carrigan and Miller are thrust into a terrifying new world of stalking and obsession. Taking them from a Bayswater hostel where backpackers and foreign students share dorms and failing dreams to the emerging threat of online intimidation, hacking and control, The Intrusions explores disturbing contemporary themes with all the skill and dark psychology that Stav Sherez's work has been so acclaimed for. Under scrutiny themselves, and with old foes and enmities resurfacing, how long will Carrigan and Miller have to find out the truth behind what these two women have been subjected to? Critic Reviews: "A Silence of the Lambs for the Internet age." (Ian Rankin) "Utterly riveting and truly terrifying." (Laura Wilson, The Guardian) Members Reviews: Hostels, late night drinking, online intimidation...oh oh I am now officially traumatised. The end of the prologue in particular will ever stay in my mind. As will most other moments this novel throws at you. The premise is haunting, the setting the darkest dankest corners of Bayswater in London and some of the punchiest, panic inducing set ups since time began. Haha yes and there are some sick people out there wandering about Londonâs streets if this novel is anything to go by. This grabbed me as more than your regular crime thriller though as it was an onion of a novel â if I can liken a novel to a vegetable â with each layer came another one of intrigue and mystery. I felt I was getting closer to the central truth but the stench of evil was getting ever stronger. My eyes were stinging, my hands felt dirtyâ.now this is one immersive experience isnât it? The cover is suitably haunting and Stav Sherez is definitely a skilled writer you need on your TBR pile â at the top. There's a map of Bayswater where the book is set on TheBooktrail.com freezing fingers down your spine tale on a pitch-black night If you haven't yet read Stav Sherez, do yourself a favour: go to your favorite bookstore and grab a copy of one of his books today. Even though this is the third in his excellent series starring police detectives Carrigan and Miller, Sherez isn't your standard police procedural series author. He writes literary crime thrillers with a joyfully dark heart, which just happen to involve police investigators. Sherez beautifully entwines style and substance in his crime novels, delivering some heft without disrupting a smooth, page-turning narrative. There's a crackle to his prose, a viewpoint and voice that's a little distinct, and overall is just a pleasure to read (despite creepy subject matter). Technology is all pervasive nowadays - we don't have to worry about George Orwell's idea of an autocracy watching every move of its citizenship - we've pretty much done it to ourselves, by choice. Sherez taps into that reality in THE INTRUSIONS with a criminal who uses technology to stalk and terrorise his victims, remotely taking over their lives. DI Carrigan is facing stark consequences for his past actions: his job, and even his freedom, are in jeopardy. An old nemesis is gleefully looking to drop the guillotine.

Body Work Audiobook by Sara Paretsky

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sara Paretsky) — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 22:13:02 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Body Work Subtitle: A V. I. Warshawski Novel Author: Sara Paretsky Narrator: Susan Ericksen Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-10 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 192 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Doctors take days off why not PIs? V.I. Warshawski demands. But when Americas hardest-working private eye goes clubbing, a stranger is shot and dies in her arms. V.I. has been visiting Club Gouge, Chicagos edgiest nightspot, where a woman known as the Body Artist turns her naked body into a canvas for the audience to paint on. The show attracts all kinds of people, from a menacing off-duty cop to Ukrainian mobsters and Iraq war vets - and V.I.s impetuous cousin, Petra. A tormented young painter shows up, too, and the intricate designs she creates on the Body Artist drive one of the vets into a violent rage. When the painter is shot, the cops figure its an easy collar PTSD vet goes off the rails, stalks then kills young woman. But the vets family hires V.I. to clear his name, and the detective uncovers a chain of ugly truths that stretches all the way from Iraq to Chicagos South Side. Critic Reviews: "Paretskys superb 14th novel featuring PI V.I. Warshawski (after Hardball) delves into Chicagos avant-garde art scene.... Scenes with her aging neighbor and a new love interest give a much needed balance to the serious plot. This strong outing shows why the tough, fiercely independent, dog-loving private detective continues to survive." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: VI Grows Up In this book, a soldier suffering from PTSD after three tours of duty in Iraq/Afghanistan, is accused of murder. VI is hired by the parents to clear him. What follows is highly entertaining, another well woven tale in the series. There's just enough wry humor to be satisfying. What interested me most is VI's self-assessment. She's 50ish, no longer young, a point driven home by almost every other character. She's questioning her vocation as a private investigator, and asking what she has to show for her life. If there's another book in the series, it will be interesting to see if it's the last, and if so, how VI retires. Sad for Sara Well, I hate to say it, but Sara Paretsky has really lost her touch. It's been a long time since I've read a V. I. Warshawski, and I wish I had passed this one up. I don't know if would have been any better if I'd read it instead of listening to it. The story line was a good idea, but it just seems like it was tritely done. Practically everyone in the story was mean, argumentative, pissy, and any other adjective you can think of. Wow, even Vic's best friends and relatives were mean and argumentative. Really disappointed, wish I hadn't wasted one of my monthly credits. Sad. Body Work Paretsky has done a good job with her new book. Susan Ericksen was great reading the story. I think she did better job than the other narrator of prior books. The idea of body art was interesting and different. Always enjoy the description of Chicago. Feels like I just took a trip there for a visit. Paretsky always has a fast pace with lots of action. Appreciated the comment about wishing that she had Abbie P. from NCIS to help her track a cell phone. But did feel there was a few times in the book she repeated her self. Can not wait for the next book. Back to top form I have always loved the VI Warshawski books, but there were a couple that seemed not to be up to Paretsky's standard. This one, however - loved it! The narrator is excellent, as well.

Bitterroot Audiobook by James Lee Burke

biacuaduc@gmail.com (James Lee Burke) — Tue, 12 Jun 2001 02:40:22 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bitterroot Author: James Lee Burke Narrator: Will Patton Format: Abridged Length: 5 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 06-12-01 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 78 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: And big trouble it is, not just for his friend, but for Billy Bob himself- in the form of Wyatt Dixon, a recent prison parolee sworn to kill Billy Bob as revenge for both his imprisonment and his sister's death, both of which he blames on the former Texas lawman. As the mysteries multiply and the body count mounts, the listener is drawn deeper and deeper into the tortured mind of Billy Bob Holland, an incredibly complex hero, tormented by the mistakes of his past and driven to make things - all things - right. What makes him especially fascinating is that beneath the guise of justice for the weak and downtrodden lies a tendency for violence that at times becomes more terrifying than the danger he is trying to eradicate. Critic Reviews: "Those who relish Burke's patented mix of supercharged violence and overheated passions are in for a treat." (Publishers Weekly) "[He]... does a wonderful job of contrasting that harmonious and peaceful setting with the jarring dissonance of failed human relations." (Booklist) Members Reviews: Another Formulaic Burke Novel This performance is head and shoulders above Cimarron Rose with it's irritating and intrusive dobro interludes. No interludes here, but Burke started phoning it in about 10 years ago. His books have become as formulaic as Dean Koontz. There is always the creepy, sexually deviant psychopath, the rich family that is involved in some dirty dealings, the cardboard cut-out mob guys who are somehow involved, and the hero who gets sexually involved with every female character, normally to his detriment. That said, even the worst Burke is better than 90% of what is out there. Will Patton, as usual, does an astonishing job of bringing Burke's characters to life. Bitterroot James Lee Burke is one of my favorite authors. He doesn't write anything that's bad. Will Patton is SOOOOO good it is no wonder he had narrated most of Burke's Books. Great Listen James Lee Burke - Every Book a Treasure James Lee Burke - Every Book a Treasure Always an immersive experience. Brilliant metaphors, deep characters that you truly care about, engrossing plot lines. Will Patton is the PERFECT narrator. Always. DISAPPOINTMENT IN AUDIO PERFORMANCE Storyline, somewhat interesting. However the reader mispronounced many names and other words. Glaring error is Raton Pass.

Wife of the Gods Audiobook by Kwei Quartey

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kwei Quartey) — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 13:27:32 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Wife of the Gods Subtitle: A Novel Author: Kwei Quartey Narrator: Simon Prebble Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 02-03-10 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 189 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Detective Inspector Darko Dawson, a good family man and a remarkably intuitive sleuth, is sent to the village of Ketanu - the site of his mother's disappearance many years ago - to solve the murder of an accomplished young AIDS worker. While battling his own anger issues and concerns for his ailing son, Darko explores the motivations and secrets of the residents of Ketanu. It soon becomes clear that in addition to solving a recent murder, he is about to unravel the shocking truth about his mother's disappearance. Kwei Quartey's sparkling debut novel introduces readers to a rich cast of characters, including the Trokosi - young women called Wives of the Gods - who, in order to bring good fortune to their families, are sent to live with fetish priests. Set in Ghana, with the action moving back and forth between the capital city of Accra and a small village in the Volta Region, Wife of the Gods brings the culture and beauty of its setting brilliantly to life. Critic Reviews: "Engrossing.... Quartey...renders a compelling cast of characters inhabiting a world precariously perched between old and new. (Booklist) Members Reviews: Engrossing Mystery in a Fascinating Setting What initially drew me toward this book is that it is read by Simon Prebble, one of my favorite narrators. My expectations for the book were really only that it would provide a reasonable diversion. Having read the McCall Smith Ladies No. 1 novels, I suppose I anticipated something similar. I was very happily mistaken. While I enjoy the AMS novels, they are light, frilly reads; Wife of the Gods is a substantial novel. While the setting in Ghana is fascinating enough to provide an engrossing reading experience on its own, the mystery is deftly enough plotted to satisfy any mystery lover. After I was hooked on the novel, I looked up the author to discover that he is himself from Ghana, although now living in the US. His intimate knowledge of his setting shows in how quickly the reader is drawn into this--for most American readers--quite foreign world. The main character, detective Dawson, is a fully-realized and realistic character. He is presented as a flawed individual coping at times not very well with difficult situations. As the mystery unfolds and clues are doled out, one can speculate on the outcome of this classical whodunit along with Detective Dawson. There's enough meat in this novel to discuss it endlessly, but suffice it to say whether you want a good mystery, a book about an exotic locale, or a book with significant social commentary, this is a good choice. Finally, while I did enjoy hearing Simon Prebble read this book, I'm not sure he was the best choice as a narrator. His lovely British accent is always a pleasure to hear, but I can't help but wonder why someone who could have given the novel the added flavor of a lyrical African sound wasn't selected to read this novel which is about Ghana as much as it is about the mystery. Again, this isn't really a complaint--no star subtraction; Prebble brings life to each character skillfully as always. Great Story. Wonderful New Author. This is well written detective story that takes place in Ghana. I love that this story is set in Ghana just like a Michael Connelly book is set in California or a Steig Larsson book is set in Sweden. It's the setting where the author is comfortable and the best place to tell a particular story.

Once Shadows Fall Audiobook by Robert Daniels

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Robert Daniels) — Tue, 31 May 2016 02:31:53 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Once Shadows Fall Subtitle: A Thriller Author: Robert Daniels Narrator: Dina Pearlman Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 05-31-16 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 59 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: After years of paying her dues on the force, Beth Sturgis has earned her place as a detective for the Robbery-Homicide division of the Atlanta PD. Now, she's heading up a major manhunt for a potential serial killer who's working his way inward from the outskirts of the city. The copycat elements in the first crime scene lead Sturgis to retired FBI agent Jack Kale, who was responsible for apprehending and nearly killing the murderer known as the Scarecrow, the same Scarecrow who appears to be this new killer's terrible inspiration. A reclusive single father and university professor, Kale is trying to keep the demons at bay through therapy and avoidance. That is, until Sturgis shows up asking for his help. Against his better judgment, Kale is drawn into the most dangerous cat and mouse game of his life. Robert Daniels's Once Shadows Fall, is a gripping thriller in the best-selling tradition of Silence of the Lambs and is sure to become a crime fiction classic. Members Reviews: amazing I listen to a book everyday and this was the best one I've listened to in months. I thought it was well written and a great story. I think this book is an instant classic if you enjoy serial killer mysteries you will definitely enjoy this book. I can't wait for the next book in the series to come to audible. Narrators can ruin what might be a good book Would you try another book from Robert Daniels and/or Dina Pearlman? Robert Daniels YES Dina Pearlman ABSOLUTELY NOT Has Once Shadows Fall turned you off from other books in this genre? No just Narrator Would you be willing to try another one of Dina Pearlmans performances? NO WAY If you could play editor, what scene or scenes would you have cut from Once Shadows Fall? I couldn't even make it through a chapter let alone the whole book so couldn't say Any additional comments? I HATE when I find what I think may be a great book just to have it RUINED by such bad Narrators. Listening to Dina Pearlman is like listening to my 2nd grade teacher read Dick and Jane. Worth a read This is the story of a newly appointed female homicide detective hunting a serial killer. The story was really good, and I liked that the killer wasn't known until the ending. I felt it was original and not cookie-cutter. The only things in the story I felt were not good were: 1. the FBI consultant seemed to be able to read the clues way too fast. At one point I thought he may even be the killer. 2. The detective seemed way too eager to be in a relationship. All I could think was "they've known each other two weeks." That wasn't realistic to me at all. As for the narration, I felt it was not good. If you're going to read police procedurals or FBI books, please learn the lingo. The narrator spelled out U-N-S-U-B instead of saying "unsub." I also felt the narrator was WAY too overdramatic on most parts. Her voice is pleasant enough, but overall I thought she wasn't a good fit for the book. I wouldn't mind reading the second book in this series, but I can't take the narrator doing another one. Okay book - a little far fetched for me Would you try another book from Robert Daniels and/or Dina Pearlman? I might try another book from Robert Daniels but I find Dina Pearlman hard to listen to. Her narration did not fit the book. It was hard to listen to and follow the story.

A Wicked Slice Audiobook by Aaron Elkins, Charlotte Elkins

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Aaron Elkins) — Thu, 21 Nov 2013 04:30:56 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Wicked Slice Subtitle: A Lee Ofsted Mystery Author: Aaron Elkins, Charlotte Elkins Narrator: Julia Farhat Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 11-21-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 15 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Aaron Elkins, the author of the Edgar-winning Old Bones, teamed up with his wife, Charlotte, to fashion this lighthearted mystery - a fictional look at the less glamorous side of a golf tour. In this first Lee Ofsted mystery, Lee is a "rabbit" golfer in the Pacific-Western Women's Pro-Am. She made it into the tournament by the skin of her teeth and suddenly she can't keep her long drives from slicing - veering sharply to the right. She is hitting the ball perfectly and it simply isn't going where it is supposed to. And if Lee can't get rid of this slice quickly, all the scraping and saving to enter the tournament and stay in it, all the Big Macs and cheap motels, will be for nothing. Then Lee discovers the body of the tour's star at the bottom of the course lake, and her own problems with golf techniques pale in comparison. Enter Lieutenant Graham Sheldon. He's charming, handsome, and determined to capture the killer - as well as Lee's heart. But the murder has triggered buried anger and petty jealousies among the players. Lee finds out just what wicked means are causing her drives to slice. And it looks like the murderer has barely begun to score.... Editorial Reviews: Sure there's a lot pressure, what with this being Lee Ofsted's first real golf tournament. And especially when she thinks of all the sacrifices she's made to get here, but still Lee can't understand why all of a sudden she can't hit a golf ball without slicing it. In Aaron and Charlotte Elkins' A Wicked Slice, Lee's errant golf shot, however, is only the beginning of the tournament's troubles. The intensity takes a sudden upturn when the tour's best golfer goes missing, and ignites a mess of anger and jealousy amongst the other golfers. Performed by the engaging veteran Julia Farhat, A Wicked Slice is a thrilling and fun mystery with just the right dose of romance. Members Reviews: UGH... illogical, unrealistic, cliched, and one of Julie Farhat's worst performances using a whiny nasal twang that was insufferable. Only the subject matter kept me listening to the halfway point and got this selection rated at two stars; don't waste the credit or the time. Fun golf listen Any additional comments? I'm an old golfer and I have a friend's daughter who is now working her way thru the LPGA. This was entertaining and enlightening:-)

Naked Alliances: A Richard Noggin Novel Audiobook by S.K. Nicholls

biacuaduc@gmail.com (S.K. Nicholls) — Fri, 13 Jan 2017 09:45:18 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Naked Alliances: A Richard Noggin Novel Subtitle: The Naked Eye Series, Book 1 Author: S.K. Nicholls Narrator: Steven Barnett Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 01-13-17 Publisher: Brave Blue Heron Books Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: When a young immigrant woman and an exotic dancer are forced to flee men with guns and have no place to hide, Richard Noggin, PI, can't turn his back - even if helping out makes him a target. Richard plans to impress an aspiring politician by taking on a big white-collar case that could take him from the streets to an air-conditioned office. Instead, he's handed a cold case and quickly finds himself sucked into a shadowy world of sex, secrets and murder. Marked for a bullet and stretched thin by his investigations, Richard reluctantly teams up with the unlikely, brassy custodian of the young woman on the run. With bodies piling up, Richard and his companion are forced to go undercover in a most unlikely locale: the Leisure Lagoon, a nudist resort. Going undercover in this instance will mean going uncovered...but lives are at stake - and this Naked Eye will have to juggle to keep his balls in the air and connect the dots before anyone else is murdered. As his pulse-quickening quest for answers leads from the dark corners of Orlando's Little Saigon to the sunny exposure of the Leisure Lagoon, Richard will be put to the test. Just how much will this Naked Eye have to bear...or bare? Members Reviews: Crazy characters in a crazy world This first novel in The Naked Eye Series is a very good start. I'm glad I decided to listen to audio rather than read the book because Steven Barnett is a wonderful narrator. He juggled a mild-mannered private eye, an often outraged transsexual, a frightened Asian teenager and a stereotypical Dragon Lady. The story--private eye gets sucked into helping two young women flee a mafia ring of child prostitution and hides them for a time at a nudist resort--is par for the course in a state that has interstates lined with billboards claiming life begins at conception alternating with those hawking the adult store off the next exit. Nicholls takes tips from the masters in creating unique, likeable characters. Brandi, the transsexual formerly known as Brandon, is no doubt going to be every reader's favorite. Noggin is a slow burn; generally likeable but seemingly sheltered and out of his depth for a private eye. I do have a few minor quibbles with the novel: 1. The pace was uneven, most often fast but occasionally it would grind to a halt while Brandi or some other character got up on a soap box to pontificate. 2. Some of the characters, like the evil Dragon Lady as I thought of her, were just too stereotypical, too one-dimensional. 3. While the history of nudism and the nudist resort in particular was interesting, it really slowed the novel down. Some of the history could have been saved for future installments. 4. An Aha moment late in the novel, as Noggin and Brandi solved one particular murder, was underwhelming since the murderer seemed to come from left field. 5. Finally, and this is just a personal observation, I really didn't like how Brandon became Brandi. I liked Brandi a lot and felt very comfortable and fascinated with her integration of her feminine self and her masculine experiences. But the reason why Brandi became Brandon was a disappointing discovery. All that said, I do recommend this first installment in S.K Nicholls's new The Naked Eye series.

Morgue Drawer: Clink or Cooler? Audiobook by Jutta Profijt, Erik J. Macki (translator)

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jutta Profijt) — Tue, 28 Jul 2015 16:07:14 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Morgue Drawer: Clink or Cooler? Author: Jutta Profijt, Erik J. Macki (translator) Narrator: Todd Haberkorn Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 07-28-15 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 65 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Amateur sleuth and restless spirit Pascha gets the chance of a post-lifetime when a reporter turns up dead. Detective Gregor Kreidler - a friend of Pascha's crime-fighting partner, coroner Martin Gänsewein - tops the list of suspects for the murder of Susanne Hauschild, who also happens to be Gregor's ex-wife. Martin already has his hands full with his girlfriend - who's ready to give birth any day - and he's too distracted to comb the streets, so Pascha decides to play ghost cop with gusto. He discovers that Susanne had been investigating a cluster of mysterious deaths at a retirement home before her own death. And retracing her steps leads Pascha to a shady nightclub owner with his own reasons for evading the law. With his unique ability to do detective work undetected, can Pascha solve the case? Members Reviews: I love this series I can't wait to hear the next book I enjoy the sense of humor in it The Ghost of a Car Thief Turned Detective Pascha, before he was murdered was a car thief with a fairly narrow range of interests-- women, action films, drinking, and cars. Since he has become a ghost who has not gone into the light, he has added solving crimes to this list. In this entry into the series one of the friends of the only person Pascha can reliably communicate with, Martin the forensic pathologist, is arrested for a crime and doesn't seem to be trying to help himself at all. So Pascha tries to help. Meanwhile Martin is focused more on his partner's developing pregnancy and the prospect of becoming a father, than on helping Pascha detect. Translated from the German, this series has really captured my interest. It's a bit uneven, but I thought this one was one of the stronger entries. Pascha is at his crude, snarky best and the poor beleaguered Martin has to put up with Pascha and the revolt of his partner again Martin's efforts to wrap her in cotton wool for the duration of her pregnancy. This is a new narrator but I didn't really notice until I finished listening to the book, which is the best outcome possible when a series has reached its fifth book with the same reader for the first four. I remember how annoyed I was with the change of narrators in the Jasper Fford Thursday Next series and that was only after the first book. Best in Series This is a really fun and entertaining series, and this one is my favorite so far... Yeah, it's not high literature, or edge of your seat thriller, but all all the same it's some great mind and ear candy... It's an easy listen, the narration is perfect, and the silliness works... Even though Pasha is largely juvenile you can't help but like him... This is the best so far due to the nice underlying mystery, and the back and forth in time while Pasha is trying to figure things out... I also like that the author has become inventive in how he can communicate w/ more than Martin the coroner... I didn't want to stop, and when I did I kept finding a way to get back to it... Great Story, but I Really Miss the Old Narrator Any additional comments? Great story as always! The narrator was ok, but wasn't as good as MacLeod Andrews. It wasn't just the change in having a new narrator after 4 other books in the same series (which, don't get me wrong, is annoying).

Laidlaw Audiobook by William McIlvanney

biacuaduc@gmail.com (William McIlvanney) — Thu, 02 May 2013 06:30:38 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Laidlaw Author: William McIlvanney Narrator: William McIlvanney Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 05-02-13 Publisher: Canongate Books Ltd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 37 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Meet Jack Laidlaw, the original damaged detective. When a young woman is found brutally murdered on Glasgow Green, only Laidlaw stands a chance of finding her murderer from among the hard men, gangland villains and self-made moneymen who lurk in the city's shadows. Winner of the CWA Silver Dagger. Critic Reviews: "The best new character in crime fiction for years" (Daily Express) Members Reviews: forerunner of good noir Would you consider the audio edition of Laidlaw to be better than the print version? For me audio is always better than print. What other book might you compare Laidlaw to and why? Girl With The Dragon Tattoo--both are first in their respective parts of the country. Which character as performed by William McIlvanney was your favorite? Laidlaw Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? No, but it was a book I immediately listened to a second time. Any additional comments? I am desperate for the other two of this trilogy to be put on Audio....hopefully with the author reading them. Such a pleasure to read a classic I just discovered McIlvanney. I loved this book and am now on a mission to read more of Laidlaw series and other McIlvanney books. I wish more of them were on Audible. Meanwhile I'll get the book versions at my San Francisco public library where most of them are available. Hard to Understand the Narration I had to listen to each chapter multiple times as I found the thick Scottish diction / accent hard to understand. The author, William McIlvanney, narrated his book. I wish someone had told him the accent is fine, but more enunciation is required for the average listener. I love books with strong accents, but this one was too difficult for me no matter how hard I focused. I like the character Laidlaw a great deal, but the story was mediocre. There is a twist or two, but you know who the murderer is early in the book. It is more of a story how multiple people looking for the same person come together in the end. I will definitely try another McIlvanney book in the future, but may have to read it on my Kindle instead of listen on Audible. Magic! I loved this gritty novel - read by the author himself which added to the atmosphere even his endearing little mistakes do not detract from the story. I'd love to know when the rest of the Laidlaw books will be available on Audible as I'm eagerly awaiting them. McIlvaney- Scotland's Raymond Chandler Would you listen to Laidlaw again? Why? Most definitely! This Glaswegian detective is a combination of 'troubled man' , scholar, social worker, psychologist and is as consummately clever and tough as they come. A hugely compelling and appealing character. What was one of the most memorable moments of Laidlaw? The author uses what I think are immense literary and observational skills each time he analyses the leading characters in this novel. Impossible to point to just one example in a novel that is so rich with these examples. Even the toughies have their finer points. What aspect of William McIlvanneys performance might you have changed? I enjoyed his reading because he wrote this excellent novel and knows exactly how to deliver it to its best BUT, it was often very off-putting to hear so distinctly whenever he needed to swallow or moisten his lips.

Death in Cyprus Audiobook by M. M. Kaye

biacuaduc@gmail.com (M. M. Kaye) — Sun, 24 Feb 2013 14:50:39 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Death in Cyprus Subtitle: A Novel Author: M. M. Kaye Narrator: Julia Farhat Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 02-24-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 73 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Twenty-year-old Amanda Derrington is on an extended cruise with her uncle when she decides to make a short trip to the sun-washed island of Cyprus. But even before the ship arrives in the port, there is a suspicious death. Once the passengers reach the island, it soon becomes clear that the death was in fact an act of murder. What Amanda had meant to be a pleasant excursion quickly takes a turn for the worse in this classic novel of suspense and romance by one of our most celebrated writers. Members Reviews: Timeless story, great author What a great summer read. I love a book that takes me away to an exotic location and another time. What makes this book great is how well it is written. It is romantic and suspenseful without being cheesy. This book is well narrated. The voice fits the book. Audible has several other M.M. Kaye novels available but sadly the narration choices are poor on several of them. It's a real disappointment. The wrong choice of narrator really ruins a book for me. So if you enjoy this book and want to try another in the "death" series, I recommend listening to the sample first. The Best Yet! Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? I would. This was the best of the A Death In series so far. The story is a favorite and the reader was very good. I hope audible will produce the other two books. Death In The Andamans is the best of the lot with A Death In Kenya a close second. Who was your favorite character and why? I loved every character in this story. The old lady who wore the eccentric clothing might be my fave. Have you listened to any of Julia Farhats other performances before? How does this one compare? No. She has a beautiful voice. I like hearing her read. It's too bad she didn't read all of them. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? There were a few parts that made me snicker a bit. It was just a fun read. M M Kaye has the ability to take you to all those exotic locales and make you feel as if you are there, and to a period in time that seems better than ours somehow. I will read anything she's written. These mysteries represent her wonderful writing without a huge investment of 700 pages or so. Any additional comments? No, nough said I Just Love The Oldies! MM Kaye wrote a few mysteries in the 1950's that took place in exotic places. She chose the isle of Cyprus for this one. Amanda Derrington is the ward of her Uncle Oswain, a businessman who still holds to Victorian traditions about women. So for her to take a trip from Egypt to Cyprus on a boat by herself is something of a symbol of her age and independence. Unfortunately as they are crossing the Mediterranean, a murder occurs, one that possibly was intended to be her instead of the actual victim. When she arrives, she learns that things are not as she had expected. For one thing, she is unable to stay with the Bartons--people associated with her Uncle's business, who would have been safe and approved of by him, because Mrs. Barton has left her husband. So she is offered a place in the home of the eccentric Miss Moon (who, for instance, can only wear certain color dresses on particular days.) but of course, neither intrigue nor murder stop there, and the book involves deciding who is the guilty one. I guess it's just my taste, but I so love the vintage murder stories.

Death on the D-List Audiobook by Nancy Grace

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Nancy Grace) — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 19:15:52 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Death on the D-List Subtitle: A Hailey Dean Mystery Author: Nancy Grace Narrator: Kate McIntyre Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 08-10-10 Publisher: Hyperion AudioBooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 41 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: The brutal slayings of a string of her patients in New York and a horrific attempt on her own life leave Hailey Dean down, but not defeated. After a yearlong respite back home in the Southland, former violent-crimes prosecutor Hailey Dean finally returns to her apartment in the sky overlooking Manhattan. Haileys determined to rebuild a normal life and settle back into her growing practice as a therapist. But in a twist of fate, Hailey agrees to follow her heart and fight crime once again, this time in a new arena, in front of a camera! Under the hot lights of a TV studio, Hailey learns the TV industrys not so glamorous. In fact, its downright deadly! Waning celebrities, all stunning actresses, each one a shining star turned has-been now struggling to get off the D-List and back into the limelight, meet with a bloody stage exit...murder! Haileys archenemy, Lieutenant Ethan Kolker, the NYPD cop who hunted Hailey down for the murders of her own patients, now wants the past forgotten and reaches out for Haileys help to solve the murders. In a race against the clock, Hailey has no idea that TV can be murder! In best-selling author, attorney, and TV personality Nancy Graces second Hailey Dean thriller, life on television is no less dangerous than life in the courtroom! Members Reviews: THE NARRATOR RUINED THIS BOOK This audio book has the potential to be a good book, however, as we all know when it comes to audio books the narrator either makes or breaks the book. The narrator on this one broke it. I will make sure never to purchase another one that she has narrated. Way better than the first I thought Nancy Grace told a fair story in the first book. I sometimes had trouble understanding how the story tied together. Boy did she fix that in this book. Good cohesive story and great characters. I want another book like this one and hope that the next book brings romance for Hailey. D - For Disgusting Language Overall I really like the book. Kept you guessing who the murderer really was. The performance was done quite well. But often the language was just really bad. I hear enough of that in every day life. I certainly don't want to hear in my entertainment. My Reading time is when I try to get away from that sort of thing and relax. This would keep me from recommending the book to my friends. Clean up the language and I would love to read more of these books!

The Victoria Vanishes Audiobook by Christopher Fowler

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Christopher Fowler) — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 03:03:02 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Victoria Vanishes Author: Christopher Fowler Narrator: Tim Goodman Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 12-05-08 Publisher: Whole Story Audiobooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 218 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Bryant is convinced that he saw them as they looked over a century before - is elderly detective losing his mind? Then it becomes clear that a number of women have met their ends in London pubs and the likeliest suspect seems to be a mental patient. But knowing who the killer is and catching him are two very different propositions. As their new team at the Peculiar Crimes Unit goes in search of a madman, the octogenarian detectives ready themselves for the pub crawl of a lifetime, and come face to face with their own mortality... Members Reviews: Another great Bryant and May What did you love best about The Victoria Vanishes? As always, the story kept me guessing to the end without witholding clues or information Who was your favorite character and why? Bryant - he's sherlock but older and grumpier Which character as performed by Tim Goodman was your favorite? Bryant - Tim Goodman really makes the old man pop Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Yes, I looked for opportunities to listen to just a few more minutes, just a few more! Recommend highly Excellent delivery. I appreciated it was just the text. No music or anything added. Christopher Fowler's Bryant and May books are fantastic reads. Anyone who has been to or is interested in the city of London will appreciate the history he includes. Enough of the Home Office I'm not sure if I'll read another book in the series. I've skipped around a bit. I'm tired of the same issues in each book with Cassabian (sp?). He's always sneaking around, using public funds for his dirty deeds. His character needs to be revealed for what he is and written out! Dated This was obviously an old story which had been 'updated' by the insertion of references to modern technology. The characters were straight out of the 1960s. I wish it had been a more honest book. The premise was interesting, but it was a character driven work and the characters only just limped over the believable line for me. An OK listen, but not one I'll go back to. brilliant thriller This is another fantastic book about the fabulous older detectives Bryant and May.Rich characters with a plot that could rival any other.Definately among the best ever,try out the other books by Christopher Fowler.

Nordic Nights Audiobook by Lise McClendon

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lise McClendon) — Wed, 09 Apr 2008 21:45:31 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Nordic Nights Subtitle: An Alix Thorssen Mystery Author: Lise McClendon Narrator: Kris Faulkner Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 04-09-08 Publisher: Books in Motion Ratings: 2.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Hank was found standing over the body of visiting Norwegian artist Glasius Dokken. When Hank won't say a word in his own defense, it falls to his step-daughter, Alix Thorssen, to clear him and uncover who actually sent Dokken, the painter of myths, to Valhalla. With ancient legends seeming to spring to life around her, and with very real bullets being fired through the windows of Alix's art gallery, her investigation could end with a Viking funeral. The answers may all be hidden in the secrets inscribed on some ancient rune stones. Unravel another mystery with . ©1999 Lise McClendon; (P)2002 Books in Motion Members Reviews: Too Colorless for My Tastes Alix Thorssen is an art gallery owner. How that translates into being a detective is lost to me but is perhaps described in an early book. Her mother and stepfather are visiting for a town festival called 'Nordic Nights' that celebrates the town's Nordic heritage. Alix's gallery is hosting a showing for a famous Norwegian artist and her stepfather is rebuilding some type of sailboat for the festival. When the Norwegian artist turns up dead, Alix has to clear her stepfather's name, if only for her mother's sake. This one is not the first in the series and I felt very lost for quite some time. Obviously I had missed something very important about the main character in the first book and the second never really fully explains her character or motivations. I didn't really enjoy the book. The main character is, well, boring. If Alix Thorssen were to ever call me for a lunch date, I would lie and make up some excuse. She has absolutely no personality at all. The author seems to blame her lack of spirit on her Norwegian ancestry but I hate to think of an entire culture as being so boring. However, almost every motivation and decision in the book is attributed to the 'Norwegian' in Alix. I just can't believe it, though. Weren't the Vikings Norwegian? They certainly don't seem so cold and colorless. I did enjoy the scene with Bjarne, though, and the mystery was engaging. Overall, just too cold for my tastes. Prolix But Decent Mystery This is one of those books which some people will like and, perhaps, an equal number will dislike. Those coming expecting the clean, straightforward prose of the usual kindle mystery are going to find that the author rarely uses one word if three will suffice. To others, the verbosity will be intricate prose capturing better the sights, sounds and emotional experiences of her character than does the 'ordinary' mystery. It does seem to me to be accurate to say that there is more romance than mystery, but that is the case with many of the new kindle mysteries. Like it or not, that is the case and the reader should be forewarned. At a certain point, the author decides to descend (or ascend) to melodrama which either drives her into illogical (and difficult to understand) behavioral patterns or a good dollop of suspense, depending on your viewpoint. Over-all, I tend to lean more to acceptance than rejection although I am troubled by the more melodramatic sections which lead to resolution of the problems. She does well describe the chilled character of her setting, often making me feel that I am somewhere in the neighborhood of the Hudson Bay region or Antarctica.

Black and Blue Audiobook by Ian Rankin

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ian Rankin) — Thu, 19 Mar 2015 10:25:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Black and Blue Subtitle: Inspector Rebus, Book 8 Author: Ian Rankin Narrator: James Macpherson Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 03-19-15 Publisher: Orion Publishing Group Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 30 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Rebus is juggling four cases trying to nail one killer - who might just lead back to the infamous Bible John. And he's doing it under the scrutiny of an internal inquiry led by a man he has just accused of taking backhanders from Glasgow's Mr Big. As if this wasn't enough, there are TV cameras at his back investigating a miscarriage of justice, making Rebus a criminal in the eyes of a million or more viewers. Just one mistake is likely to mean an unpleasant and not particularly speedy death or, worse still, losing his job. Features a new introduction narrated by Ian himself. Members Reviews: Many characters. Complex plot. Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? Yes, easy to listen to and very well narrated/performed. Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How? It kept me interested. I wouldn't say the edge of my seat though. What about James Macphersons performance did you like? Fabulous. One listens to the story and forgets that it is just one person reading. Every character has a different voice and they are all recognizable. He even maintains the characters through the other books. Wonderful! Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? I'd say two. It is long. Any additional comments? Be warned it is a complex plot with a LOT of different characters. One does have to really pay attention to names and occupation of the characters in order to follow the story. Favourite Rankin book so far. So I started reading this series from the beginning I.e. Knots & Crosses and couldn't see what all the fuss was about. But Black & Blue didn't disappoint. Lots of action, twists and turns. It was useful to have back story on some of the characters. I sometimes find it hard to keep up with all the different characters that Ian Rankin introduces, but like a ball of tangled wool it unravels towards the end of the book, as all becomes clear. I like James Mcpherson's narration and he makes listening a pleasure. Looking forward to reading the rest of the Rebus books. Fascinating-----riveting Having lived through the Bible John saga etc. there were answers proffered and even more lanes to go up. Have promised myself to start it all again at the beginning to savour all the bits I'm sure I missed Nah! B O R I N G!!!! what a waste of a credit Well I am sorry Ian Rankin, but this Rebus story bored me to tears. The story dragged on and didn't have a conclusion to speak of. It meandered backward and forwards and it It felt as though Rankin thought" right I've written the contracted pages so I'll end it abruptly, collect the money and go" I felt thoroughly cheated wasted my credit GRRRR In the end I didn't give a stuff who Bible John .....Arrrgh..... was whether they cxaught him or his copy cat... just so long as he stopped saying Bible John every other word.... I loved Rebus on the TV both with John Hannah and Ken Stott as Rebus but this was dire, The narrator droned on.. I like him in Taggart but his voice has aged and become montone. If he called the police "woolly suits" one more time I think my ipad would have been wrenched from my ears and stamped on, there were other tedious repeated phrases.. equally annoying. Padding out of lines methinks!!! .

Meow If It's Murder Audiobook by T. C. LoTempio

biacuaduc@gmail.com (T. C. LoTempio) — Tue, 16 Jun 2015 21:48:57 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Meow If It's Murder Subtitle: Nick and Nora Mysteries, Book 1 Author: T. C. LoTempio Narrator: Rebecca Mitchell Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 06-16-15 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 114 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Back in her hometown, Nora reconnects with old friends and makes some new ones - like Nick, the charming feline who seems determined to be her cat. But not everything about Cruz is friendly. Writing for a local online magazine, Nora investigates the curious death of socialite Lola Grainger. Though it was deemed an accident, Nora suspects foul play. And it seems that her cat does too. Apparently, Nick used to belong to a P.I. who disappeared while investigating Lola Grainger's death. The coincidence is spooky, but not as spooky as the clues Nick spells out for her with Scrabble letters - clues that lead her down an increasingly dangerous path. Whether fate put her on this case or not, solving it will take all of Nora's wits, and maybe a few of Nick's nine lives. Members Reviews: Terrific Read, Lots of Fun! A fun and relaxing read with a bit of a twist as the writer is a former big city crime reporter with a resonably sensible head on her shoulders, until she meets a certain detective, that is! Oh and Nick the Cat is Meow Out Loud awesomely funny!! Great new series! Love the characters and the plot. It was a wonderful start to hopefully a long-running series! Absolute great! Good Start This was an entertaining book with interesting characters and a lot of twists and turns. I look forward to the next book. Good read . Great cat. Had problems with audible, but went right back to finish. Convoluted plot lines but great characters & good reader. stilted reader i couldn't listen. reader was like a human robot. sorry may have been good but I just couldn't enjoy it.

Mary Had a Little Scam Audiobook by Jamie Lee Scott

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jamie Lee Scott) — Tue, 10 Oct 2017 02:59:39 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mary Had a Little Scam Subtitle: A Gotcha Detective Agency Mystery Author: Jamie Lee Scott Narrator: Gabra Zackman Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 10-10-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Charles has been gone for months, and Mimi's not feeling like being a private detective anymore. She's had it with the liars and the cheats. Speaking of liars and cheats, when she takes on a missing person case for a new client, she's thrown into a web of lies and deceit that ends in murder. Come along as, once again, Mimi Capurro butts heads with her homicide detective boyfriend, Nick Christianson, when their cases cross paths. What surprises do her client and employees have in store? Members Reviews: Outstanding is the name of the game when Jamie Lee Scott writes. The team is back and as great as ever. The crime, the victim and the perpetrator are all complex and disturbing but so compelling! I have come to care about Mimi more than ever but my crush on Charles is waning as his arrogance seems to grow but then he has the knowledge and skills to back it up. I suspect if I saw him in action, that crush would grow. I do wish Matthew had been in the story more but his presence wouldn't have fit the story line. I loved that Mimi got to work with Nick some as well as Charles this time and it was great to see that Lydia is still working out well. I love the little something extra that having Mimi's mother on the job has brought to the office. Their interaction is another step that has made Mimi seem more approachable. The case is as complex, one of Jamie Lee Scott's trademarks. A man shows up at the office to ask the team to find his wife even though she has been gone for less than a day. Seems simple enough but red flags are already flying for Mimi and with good reason. It appears that there are so many secrets floating around that the whole truth may never be known. I used to really like this series :-/ I am not sure if it is the disjointed writing, the typos or the random "protest and cop haters" comment that came out of nowhere (OR all of the above) but this one royally sucked. I kept falling asleep on it but had to finish because I kept hoping, based upon prior books, it would get better -- it didn't. Save your energy and hope for better with the next one. Mary May Have a Little Scam, But Jamie Has a Big Hit! Another great Gotcha Detective Agency book! Each time Jamie Lee Scott puts out a new book I can't wait to download it. This time around Mimi & her detectives catch a really grisly murder case. This is a well plotted page turner with some very interesting plot twists. Lots of interesting characters, especially the mysterious Charles. Another nail biting winner There's no explaining how habit forming these Gotcha books can be. I sure hope that they will be continuing for a long time. It's time to start the next one. Bummer ending Great read but wow! The story just ended like she was tired of it ! Why was the deceased fringers cut off? No explanation as to why, did I miss something?

Death at Breakfast Audiobook by Beth Gutcheon

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Beth Gutcheon) — Tue, 10 May 2016 13:01:15 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Death at Breakfast Subtitle: A Novel Author: Beth Gutcheon Narrator: Cynthia Darlow Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 05-10-16 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 16 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: From the acclaimed New York Times best-selling author of Still Missing, More than You Know, and Gossip comes the first entry in a stylish and witty mystery series featuring a pair of unlikely investigators - a shrewd novel of manners with a dark heart of murder at its center, set in small-town New England. Indulging their pleasure in travel and new experiences, recently retired private school head Maggie Detweiler and her old friend, socialite Hope Babbin, are heading to Maine. The trip - to attend a weeklong master cooking class at the picturesque Victorian-era Oquossoc Mountain Inn - is an experiment to test their compatibility for future expeditions. Hope and Maggie have barely finished their first aperitifs when the inn's tranquility is shattered by the arrival of Alexander and Lisa Antippas and Lisa's actress sister, Glory. Imperious and rude, these Hollywood 1 percenters quickly turn the inn upside down with their demanding behavior, igniting a flurry of speculation and gossip among staff and guests alike. But the disruption soon turns deadly. After a suspicious late-night fire is brought under control, Alex's charred body is found in the ashes. Enter the town's deputy sheriff, Buster Babbin, Hope's long-estranged son and Maggie's former student. A man who's finally found his footing in life, Buster needs a win. But he's quickly pushed aside by the "big boys" - senior law enforcement and high-powered state's attorneys who swoop in to make a quick arrest. Maggie knows that Buster has his deficits and his strengths. She also knows that justice does not always prevail - and that the difference between conviction and exoneration too often depends on lazy police work and the ambitions of prosecutors. She knows, too, after a lifetime of observing human nature, that you have a great advantage in doing the right thing if you don't care who gets the credit or whom you annoy. Feeling that justice could use a helping hand - as could the deputy sheriff - Maggie and Hope decide that two women of experience equipped with healthy curiosity, plenty of common sense, and a cheerfully cynical sense of humor have a useful role to play in uncovering the truth. Members Reviews: Good enough I've given this one a rating of average. It is a murder in the hotel kind of mystery with a single crime scene and a host of guests, any one of whom could have killed the victim. At the end of the book, the reader will be treated to a repetition of all clues and think, "Ah, hah." three and a half stars This is the first book I have listened to written by Beth Gutcheon. I'm really not sure what to say about this book. The mystery was well developed and thought out but I never felt connected with the characters. Offensive language was used by some of the characters, but, it was appropriate and not over done. I would give this book a solid four but I felt like the chapters with the victims family were distracting and unnecessary. I also thought it was a bit odd that the the two lead characters a were not the only ones investigating the mystery. Many people seem to be investigating then they seem to disappear after they contribute to the story.

A Candle for the Bag Lady Audiobook by Lawrence Block

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lawrence Block) — Fri, 14 Dec 2012 18:39:37 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Candle for the Bag Lady Subtitle: A Matthew Scudder Story, Book 2 Author: Lawrence Block Narrator: Lawrence Block Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 12-14-12 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 44 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Matthew Scudder investigates the brutal murder of a woman known as the bag lady. A seemingly homeless woman, she turns out to have distributed her substantial wealth in a complex will naming random strangers. Where did the money come from? Why was she living in such reduced circumstances? And why in the world did she choose these beneficiaries - the owner of a local newspaper stand, a neighbor she rarely spoke to, the detective himself - when her real friends and acquaintances got nothing at all? And how is all this linked to her murder? Members Reviews: Short and rushed What did you like best about A Candle for the Bag Lady? What did you like least? Love the characters but always feel like the endings are rushed. What didnt you like about Lawrence Blocks performance? His voice is very monotone and he speaks to quickly. Needs to slow down and punctuate certain sentences. Also needs to change the pitch of different characters. If this book were a movie would you go see it? No too short candle for the bag lady An intriguing book, where you cant wait for the list of heirs to her unknown fortune be revealed. it could have been a lot longer, so that we had more answers, but it was enjoyable for all that A Pleasant Surprise The synopsis looked intriguing and it was a very different approach however I have really enjoyed listening to this and will look for more by author

Follow Me Down Audiobook by Gordon MacKinney

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Gordon MacKinney) — Thu, 18 Jan 2018 07:59:27 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Follow Me Down Author: Gordon MacKinney Narrator: Gregory Walston Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 01-18-18 Publisher: Beacon Audiobooks Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Urban explorer Lucas Tremaine should buckle down and complete his masters in architecture, but the past torments him. Six years earlier, Drax Enterprises negligence killed his father and left his mother strung out on Valium. Lucas longs to punish the corrupt behemoth of Cincinnati real estate development, but what can one man do? "Plenty," says old Mr. Blumenfeld, Lucas's boss and a former photojournalist with too many secrets. Evidence to bury Drax exists, he claims, but to find it, Lucas must breach the city's welded-shut subway system. Lucas takes the plunge, aided by his best friend and moral compass, Reuben Klein. The deeper the duo infiltrates the dangerous underground, the further back they turn the clock. They learn that Drax's corruption intertwined with fascism's rise in Germany. That campfire tales of a subway crypt were true. That no one can be trusted, not even Lucas's boss. Members Reviews: Wonderful read Great book. Stayed up late to finish it. Although the book covers a relatively short period of time, there is excellent character development. The protagonist is flawed but very likeable. The antagonist is deplorable and unlikable. The book has an excellent premise, the exploration of urban "caves" and spelunking in those caves, in this case an uncompleted and abandoned subway system under Cincinnati. I checked the internet, such a system does exist. I was unaware of this even though I graduated from the same university as the author. My only criticism is that the end may be drawn out. I heartily recommend this book; it kept me interested the whole way. Big surprise I had never heard of this author, but the topic was intriguing. Boy, was I surprised! It was a really well written book. Lots of nerve wracking excitement. And a very satisfying ending. I believe this is his first novel, and I am very impressed! Bravo! Revenge leads to destruction. The story line was good. When his father was killed while working at Drax, Lucas set out to destroy Drax. With the help of a few friends an adventure of danger takes them to some of the most dangerous tunnels and up against a very evil man. Follow Me Down Loved it! Packed chock full of action, mystery and surprises. I would recommend this book for any one that !ikes the thriller genre. Well written, fast moving with interesting story. Title says it all. With all the poor grammar and ridiculous story lines in the ebooks today thus one is a wonderful change with a good story and an author who know how to properly form sentences! Going to read more of his works!!

Buffalo West Wing Audiobook by Julie Hyzy

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Julie Hyzy) — Tue, 11 Feb 2014 03:35:58 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Buffalo West Wing Subtitle: A White House Chef Mystery Author: Julie Hyzy Narrator: Eileen Stevens Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 02-11-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 90 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: With a new First Family, White House executive chef Olivia Paras can't afford to make any mistakes. But when a box of take-out chicken mysteriously shows up for the First Kids, she soon finds herself in a "no-wing" situation. After Olivia refuses to serve the chicken, the First Lady gives her the cold shoulder. But when it turns out to be poisoned poultry, Olivia realizes the kids are true targets. Members Reviews: Different than the others This is one of the best books in the series. But, only because it is a bit more realistic than the others. Ollie doesn't spend a lot of time stepping on the toes of the secret service. She had her own problems to deal with in her department. I'm sure the next book will have her back in the middle of things but I did enjoy this one. Great series, best yet If you could sum up Buffalo West Wing in three words, what would they be? Couldn't stop listening What was one of the most memorable moments of Buffalo West Wing? The end! I had to listen to the last 1+ just because there was no stopping point. I had to see how it ended. It kept me on the edge. Have you listened to any of Eileen Stevenss other performances before? How does this one compare? I love her!! She is how I found this series. She preforms the books, not just reads them. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Yes!! Any additional comments? Great book, a must read. GREAT STORY WONDERFUL AUTHOR AND EXCELLENT STORY. I WAS UP ALL NIGHT LISTENING TO THIS STORY, IT WAS JUST THAT GOOD.

Arsonist Audiobook by Victor Methos

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Victor Methos) — Fri, 02 Aug 2013 13:24:01 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Arsonist Author: Victor Methos Narrator: R. C. Bray Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 08-02-13 Publisher: Podium Publishing Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 73 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Please note: The Jon Stanton mysteries are standalone novels and do not need to be listened to in a particular order. Evil is released onto the streets of San Diego. A series of deadly fires rages across the cityscape, claiming the lives of entire families. Helpless to stop the fires, the SDPD assigns their most famous detective, Jon Stanton, to the case. The evidence points him to a single arsonist committing the horrendous acts. But with a troubled young girl as his only credible witness, Stanton is running out of time. The San Diego PD's in-house arson investigator does not believe the fires correspond to the work of an arsonist and impedes the investigation into the murders. Stanton is left on his own to find the deadliest, and most powerful opponent he has ever faced.... Victor Methos is the best-selling author of The White Angel Murder, the number-one mystery book in the United States for over eight weeks. He is a former prosecutor specializing in violent crime and is currently a criminal defense attorney in the United States. Arsonist is his seventh novel. Members Reviews: Hardcore Book! Would you consider the audio edition of Arsonist to be better than the print version? I've never read the print version so I can't say. Unless the narration's terrible, I'll always prefer audio over print. Have you listened to any of R. C. Brays other performances before? How does this one compare? I think I have listened to R.C. Bray before and if I remember correctly he did a really good narrating the previous books I've heard and he did another good job with this book too. I especially liked the voice he gave the antagonist. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? Ya, I guess there was but I'm not going to say what it was. Again, I don't like answering this part of the review because it gives part of the story away. Maybe you guys don't mind but it kinda bothers me to find out ahead of time important parts of the book before I've had a chance to hear it first. I don't know, maybe it's just me. Any additional comments? This is a brutal, hardcore and very well written suspense thriller that is very hard to put down. This book has one of the most sinister, f**ked up antagonists I've listen to in a long time. I liked this book a lot, it's too bad it wasn't longer. I've never heard of the Writer before(Victor Methos) but after hearing this book I'll be keeping tabs on his new book releases. Warning There are some graphic scenes First thoughts about the cover of Arsonist? A naked bald person curled up in a fetal huddle? Odd, very odd. Is this a sign of someone needing help? A mental disorder? Someone being tortured? The red fire lettering of the title give the cover an even more ominous feel. The main character is Jon Stanton. He is a police detective with the San Diego Police Department. He is kind, caring, and determined to stop the arsonist from hurting anymore people. He has to struggle to deal with a lousy partner, police politics, and the arsonist focusing his attention onto him when he gets in the way. The Narrator is R.C. Bray. He has a very calming voice. I found it to be very soothing with a hint of a deeper rumble in some of the characters voices. The Author is Victor Methos. This story is Book Four of the Jon Stanton series.

Dark Murder Audiobook by Helen H. Durrant

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Helen H. Durrant) — Thu, 09 Nov 2017 04:31:08 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dark Murder Subtitle: DCI Greco, Book 1 Author: Helen H. Durrant Narrator: Nicholas Camm Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 11-09-17 Publisher: Whole Story Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: A woman is found dead by a canal. Her eyes have been poked out. Detective Stephen Greco has just started his job at Oldston CID and is faced with several murders with no obvious connection except for the murderer's penchant for disfigurement. His team are crumbling under the pressure; he doesn't know whom he can trust. Can Greco regain composure and control in order to stop the murders? Members Reviews: Entertaining Good read. not too hard to figure out though. Entertaining nonetheless. I will try the next in the series. Enjoyable introduction to a new series I enjoyed this book, and the narrator, once I got used to his somewhat heavy voice. The lead character sometimes comes across as rather gloomy. But then he has his reasons. Not the.best Totally underwhelming.also the narrative was not the best. I would not choose to listen to him again Finally on Audible Having a friend who reads these books months before they become available I've been eagerly awaiting this new Graco series. This was a good start so can't wait to get catching up. I hope that unlike the Calladine & Bayliss series, also by Helen H Durrant which I loved, all the books become available on Audible.

The Road to Omaha Audiobook by Robert Ludlum

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Robert Ludlum) — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 11:24:22 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Road to Omaha Subtitle: A Novel Author: Robert Ludlum Narrator: Scott Brick Format: Unabridged Length: 20 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 04-03-12 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 85 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: In The Road To Gandolfo, Robert Ludlum introduced us to the outrageous General MacKenzie Hawkins and his legal wizard, Sam Devereaux, whose plot to kidnap the Pope spun wildly out of control into sheer hilarity. Now Ludlum's two wayward heroes return with a diabolical scheme to right a very old wrong - and wreak vengeance on the (expletive deleted) who drummed the hawk out of the military. Their outraged opposition will be no less than the White House. Discovering a long-buried 1878 treaty with an obscure Indian tribe, the Hawk - a.k.a. Chief Thunder Head - hatches a brilliant plot that will ultimately bring him and his reluctant lawyer Sam before the Supreme Court. Their goal: to reclaim a choice piece of American real estate - the state of Nebraska. Which just happened to the be the headquarters of the U.S. Strategic Air Command! Will they succeed against the powers that be? Will the Wopotami tribe ever have their day in the Supreme Court? From the Oval Office to the Pentagon, all the president's men are outfitted, until it rests with CIA Director Vincent "Vinnie the Bam-Bam" Mangecavallo to cut Sam and Hawk off at the pass. And only one thing is certain: Robert Ludlum will keep us in nonstop suspense and side-splitting laughter - through the very last page. Critic Reviews: "A very funny book... no character is minor: They're all hilarious." (Houston Chronicle.) Members Reviews: Laugh until you drop! Hilarious never ends. If I wasn't just smiling I was laughing through the entire book. More please! Perfect mania Any additional comments? Scott Brick knocks it out of the park with the best voices and some of the most memorable characters I have ever heard. If you read The Road to Gandolofo then you know what a merchant of chaos General Macenzie Hawkins is but this book takes him to a another level. With the help of multiple lunatics, he drags Sam Devereux kicking and screaming into a huge conspiracy that may be bigger than collecting certain "religious artifacts". This may be one of the best credit investments ever for me.

Star Killer Star Audiobook by Eyre Price

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Eyre Price) — Fri, 25 Jul 2014 21:44:08 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Star Killer Star Subtitle: A Crossroads Thriller, Book 3 Author: Eyre Price Narrator: Jeffrey Cummings Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 07-25-14 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: So many bright, young music stars lost too soon. Tragic consequences of the pop-rock lifestyle or calculated casualties of a far more sinister plot? Sent on a mission by the mysterious Mr. Atibon to discover who really killed Jimi Hendrix, Daniel Erickson uncovers a conspiracy that reaches the highest government offices and corporate boardrooms. When devilish music promoter Haden Koschei sets his sights on a new pair of victims, Daniels quest gets personal, as he and his hit man friend, Moog, race down the highway to hell to save their loved ones. Its a long and winding road, beset with maniacal FBI agents, corporate commandos, and crazed Mexican drug lords. Before Daniel can make it to the big finale, he must first face his own destiny. Star Killer Star is a smart, fast-paced thriller that asks: If fame is power, who controls it? And what are they using it for? Members Reviews: Thought-provoking, Action-Packed Thrill Ride The third book in Eyre Price's Crossroads series, STAR KILLER STAR is a delicious blend of action, plot twists, subtle humor, and philosophy. The plot threads are tied up neatly, but the deeper questions of good and evil, fate, and redemption are less cut and dried, as they should be. Price's voice is strong, his writing as crisp and poetic as ever. A worthy followup to BLUES HIGHWAY BLUES and ROCK ISLAND ROCK, this book explores temptation, free will, sacrifice, and the idea that love both renders us vulnerable and gives us remarkable strength. Five Stars Great series It took me a little time to get into the first book but since then it's been a fun read. Particularly fun if you're a fan of ... 3rd in the series continues the fast pace of the first 2. It took me a little time to get into the first book but since then it's been a fun read. Particularly fun if you're a fan of blues and rock 'n roll. Five Star Killer Daniel Erickson is a killer. But more than that, he's a good man. Doing what needs to be done, what only he can do, because of the serious mojo bestowed upon him by a mysterious character that has kept him alive - more than once. Three Stars First two were better

Scottsdale Heat Audiobook by B A Trimmer

biacuaduc@gmail.com (B A Trimmer) — Tue, 07 Feb 2017 12:60:10 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Scottsdale Heat Subtitle: Laura Black Mysteries, Book 1 Author: B A Trimmer Narrator: Karen Krause Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 02-07-17 Publisher: Saguaro Sky Media Co. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 27 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: In her first thrilling romantic adventure, Laura Black is an investigator for a highly successful Scottsdale law firm run by slightly shady Lenny Shapiro. Shes hot on the trail of con-man Alexander Sternwood, the missing grandson of wealthy widow, Muffy Sternwood. It sounded like an easy case, at least until she was kidnapped by a couple of upset Russian hit-men named Boris and Ivan, then by two seriously psychotic brothers called Smith and Jones, then finally by Tough Tony DiCenzo, head of the largest crime family in Scottsdale. To top it off, shes found a dead body that seems to be a message directed toward her. Now, with the help of ex-cop Gina Rondinelli, a stripper named Danica, and her best friend Sophie, Laura needs to make sure that a slightly illegal international jewel sale goes smoothly, or else. All of this pales in comparison, though, with an even greater danger. Laura has decided that now would be the perfect time to get back together with her old boyfriend Jackson Reno, who just happens to be a Scottsdale detective. The only hitch in her plans for romance is Maximilian, a gorgeous crime lieutenant who has his sights set on Laura, a feeling that she cant help but return. Craziness, romance, and more than a little danger are in store when Laura Black and her Scottsdale friends are on the case. Members Reviews: Good fun! kidnapping, PI, theft, suspense, lol-humor Take three hilarious and hot women working for a connected lawyer add a wealthy woman with a fool of a grandson, a hot cop, a mob boss, and a dead body or two, and you have this really fun read! Lots of action, suspense, gunshots, and lustful thoughts, but no erotica. A really fun read! Karen Krause gives an interesting audio interpretation. Fast paced and lots of fun! Would you listen to Scottsdale Heat again? Why? I've read the author's Scottsdale stories before and really love them. They are light hearted, humorous, and fun. They've always reminded me of Stephanie Plumb in the way Laura gets into trouble but always manages to come out on top. I like the humor in the books. It goes from subtle to laugh out loud. I can't wait until the next one comes out. What did you like best about this story? At its heart, these are stories of the friendship between Laura, Sophie, Gina, and the people around them. They each approach life in different ways, but each is a good person and acts to bring out the best in each other. Plus, Sophie is hilarious. She seems to have no filter and whatever goes into her head comes right back out her mouth. She's the best part of the books for me. It good to read a story about three modern women trying to find love and survive in Scottsdale. What about Karen Krauses performance did you like? This my first time listening to Karen Krause's narration. I love the way she brings out each characters personalities. I'll definitely go through her catalogue and find other stories she's read. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? I like that the book was fast paced but not overly deep.

Let It Burn Audiobook by Steve Hamilton

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Steve Hamilton) — Tue, 02 Jul 2013 18:23:53 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Let It Burn Subtitle: Alex McKnight, Book 10 Author: Steve Hamilton Narrator: Dan John Miller Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 07-02-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 99 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Even though Alex McKnight swore to serve and protect Detroit as a police officer, a trip to Motown these days is a trip to a past hed just as soon forget. The city will forever remind him of his partners death and of the bullet still lodged in his own chest. So hes more than happy to stay in the little town of Paradise, 300 miles and half a lifetime away. Then he gets a call from his old sergeant. It turns out that a young man Alex helped put away will be getting out of prison. That one big case marked the highlight of his career, before his partner was killed, before his marriage fell apart, before he left Detroit, forever. Now that man is about to walk free. When the sergeant invites Alex downstate to have a drink for old times sake, its an offer he would normally refuse. However, theres a certain female FBI agent he cant stop thinking about, so he gets in his truck and goes back to Detroit. While there, hes reminded of something about that last case, a seemingly small piece of the puzzle that he never got to share. Its not something anyone wants to hear, but Alex cant let go of this gut feeling that they arrested the wrong man. And that the real killer not only got away, but went on to kill again. And again. And again. Members Reviews: Disappointing I have enjoyed every one of Steve Hamilton`s Alex McKnight mysteries. Because of a very flat ending, "Let It Burn" is the least satisfying so far. Since most of the action, in real time or flashback, takes place in Detroit, the book is incredibly topical. Hamilton`s characters, starting with former minor league catcher and ex-Detroit beat cop McKnight and running through his friends in Paradise like Jackie, Vinnie, and Leon, are well-drawn and interesting. The plot of "Let It Burn" deals with a brutal murder years before where McKnight played a role in bringing the case to a close. The murderer is being released on parole, and that gets McKnight thinking about the case, the confession of the murderer, and whether justice was served. Great plot, great characters, great descriptions of Detroit then and now, but a fizzled ending. A worthwhile read, but not as strong as the prior McKnight novels. Ending Problems Hamilton's book as usual was very good, until the ending.It seemed as if the author couldn't decide which ending would be the best so he worked in several possibilities to end it. There were so many different characters involved I had a hard time keeping them straight. Over all I enjoyed the book. I like reading about my home state. I would like to see Alex McKnight become more involved with one of his woman friends and also become involved in a mystery in the UP.I missed the old familiar characters like Vinnie Red Sky, Jackie at the Glasgow. If you are from MI you will enjoy reading about places you can identify with. My imagination puts me there and I can become a part of the story.Even if you aren't from MI you will enjoy Steve Hamilton's books. He has an easy reading style and he knows how to keep you guessing. Fortunately all of Hamilton's books are available at Amazon. I'm looking forward to his next endeavor. The series is still a winner I really enjoy the Alex McKnight series, but the female characters are getting on my nerves.

Find a Victim Audiobook by Ross Macdonald

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ross Macdonald) — Mon, 31 Dec 2007 15:54:51 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Find a Victim Subtitle: A Lew Archer Novel Author: Ross Macdonald Narrator: Tom Parker Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 12-31-07 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 59 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: More mayhem? Try our other mysteries. Members Reviews: Another mystery masterpiece! MacDonald returns us to the world of world-weary detective Lew Archer, who stumbles into a murder case in which no one is innocent. The twists and turns follow the length of the case until its final, gut-wrenching climax. Find a Victim should be found by readers and listeners!

Buried Crimes Audiobook by Michael Hambling

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Michael Hambling) — Tue, 14 Feb 2017 06:13:32 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Buried Crimes Subtitle: DCI Sophie Allen, Book 4 Author: Michael Hambling Narrator: Cat Gould Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 02-14-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 26 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Devastating family secrets from the past. Sisters with a murderous rivalry.... A family move into their dream home in Dorchester. It seems perfect, particularly for their two children, but when Philip and Jill Freeman move a buddleia bush, what they find buried beneath its roots will haunt them forever. DCI Sophie Allen is forced to probe crimes that occurred many years before, crimes that cause emotional upheavals within the local community. In a complex investigation, Sophie Allen unearths family secrets which carry on having devastating effects to this day and risk taking new lives. Members Reviews: Good Plot - Bad Narrator I enjoyed the plot. The characters are still pretty thin, but there is more fleshing out and I liked cameos from past books. Narrator is still flat, but maybe I'm getting used to it as it didn't bother me as much. Not Hambling's best Sophie comes off as a bit too precious. I don't like her smug righteousness. Also didn't care for the narrator's portrayal. Burried Crimes Have become quite fond of the characters in this series and enjoy the twists and turns in every episode. Cat Gould is an excellent narrator clear consise clearly capturing the characters personalities . Once again an excellent narration.

Grace Among Thieves Audiobook by Julie Hyzy

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Julie Hyzy) — Tue, 10 Nov 2015 03:56:30 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Grace Among Thieves Subtitle: Manor House Mystery Series #3 Author: Julie Hyzy Narrator: Emily Durante Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 11-10-15 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 57 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: When Grace Wheaton's former professor calls to warn her that there have been a rash of thefts at various historical sites, Grace isn't surprised, because Marshfield Manor has been targeted, too. She wonders if it has something to do with the film crew roaming the grounds, digitally immortalizing the manor. But then she gets distracted by an incident much more dire: the shooting of one guest and the murder of another. Grace does her best not to go looking for trouble, but with a murderer on the loose, she can't seem to leave the dirty work to the cops - especially since the killer still seems to be lurking around town, waiting to finish the job of making Grace history. Critic Reviews: "Hyzy's story is also well crafted with the many twists and turns that readers demand in a mystery, paired with an eccentric cast of characters." (RT Book Reviews) Members Reviews: More!!!! I loved the book, and the series. I just wish Audible would quit recommending series for which they don't have all the books. A theft ring comes to Marshfield Manor Julie Hyzy writes another strong mystery set at Marshfield Manor, the giant estate where Grace Wheaton works as curator, in Grace among Thieves. Seeing a member of the public tour stray from the open area and get into a private closet, Grace and the security staff order that this woman not be allowed back onto the estate the next day unless she is accompanied at all times by someone else to keep her from entering restricted areas. The next day Grace gets a phone call from Nadia, a good friend who serves as curator of an estate in California similar to Marshfield Manor. Nadia's place has recently experienced a number of thefts that first began as minor and worked up to major thefts that took place during a distraction of the security guards. Nadia wants to warn Grace of the possibility of similar activity in Grace's North Carolina Emberstown. Later that afternoon, Grace gets a radio message to rush to the red stairs. The woman who caused the disturbance the day before lies dead at the bottom of the stairs, with the member of her tour group who is acting as her escort having been shot in the arm. Suddenly realizing this could be a diversion, Grace orders an immediate inventory and discovers that a gold horn has been taken. Getting a glimpse of a man whom she is certain committed the murder, Grace begins to fear, especially as he makes appearances around her. This book has a compelling, fast-moving plot with many layers of depth to the plot and the characters. Details that appear minor early in the book suddenly become significant. I also really enjoyed seeing the internal conflict of Grace as she tries to understand the nature of her relationship with Jack, who has hidden away from her and the rest of the world in the aftermath of the previous book. She then gets faced with a suitor in Mark Elroy, the man who was earlier shot. The book explores the nature of romance and coming to find in ourselves what we are looking for in a date. I also liked getting to see the attitude of Francis, Grace's secretary who at first viewed her with extreme hostility, change as she comes to recognize the strengths of Grace. I enjoyed the audiobook performance of Emily Durante, who plays the part of Grace effectively in the book, as well as giving good voices for the other characters in the book as well.

On Beulah Height Audiobook by Reginald Hill

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Reginald Hill) — Tue, 17 Mar 2015 08:20:00 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: On Beulah Height Subtitle: Dalziel and Pascoe, Book 17 Author: Reginald Hill Narrator: Jonathan Keeble Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 03-17-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 117 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: They moved everyone that long hot summer fifteen years ago. They needed a new reservoir and an old community seemed a cheap price to pay. They even dug up the dead and moved them too. But four inhabitants of the valley they couldn't move, for nobody knew where they were. Three little girls had gone missing, and the prime suspect in their disappearance, Benny Lightfoot. This was Andy Dalziel's worst case and now fifteen years on he looks set to relive it. It's another long hot summer. A child goes missing in the next valley, and old fears arise as someone sprays the deadly message on the wall of Danby: BENNY'S BACK! Music and myth mingle as the Mid-Yorkshire team delve into their pasts and into their own reserves of experience and endurance in search of answers which threaten to bring more pain than they resolve. Critic Reviews: "Hill is an instinctive and complete novelist who is blessed with a spontaneous storytelling gift" (Frances Fyfield, Mail on Sunday) Members Reviews: Very good book Truly enjoyable, if a bit disturbing. Another score for Reginald Hill, one of the best out there. Intriguing story beautifully told Wonderful reader one of Hills best his use of fantasy and dream along with language make great literature as well as a great mystery Splendid. Classic Andy and Pascoe with the always clever Wield and the up and coming Novello make this a winner. Excellent narration by one of the great voice actors. Really enjoyed it. A mystery written like literature. It is so difficult these days to find a good mystery with great characters that is also well written and a pleasure to the English language ear. Beulah Height kept me caught up in its characters and story for many days. Most enjoyable book to listen to. Reginald Hill was a great writer but Jonathon Keeble made this book even better with his narration. He can do a 'reet Yorkshire' accent brilliantly. Despite the difficult subject matter I smiled a lot throughout this book at Daziel's quips and observations and Keeble's delivery of them. Very good book, good story line, brilliant narrator.

Firebreak Audiobook by Richard Stark

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Richard Stark) — Wed, 01 May 2013 14:55:39 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Firebreak Subtitle: A Parker Novel, Book 20 Author: Richard Stark Narrator: Stephen R. Thorne Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 05-01-13 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 12 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Between Parkers 1961 debut and his return in the late 1990s, the world of crime changed considerably. Now fake IDs and credit cards had to be purchased from specialists; increasingly sophisticated policing made escape and evasion tougher; and, worst of all, money had gone digital - the days of cash-stuffed payroll trucks were long gone. Firebreak takes Parker to a palatial Montana "hunting lodge" where a dot-com millionaire hides a gallery of stolen old masters - which will fetch Parker a pretty penny if his team can just get it past the mansions tight security. The forests of Montana are an inhospitable place for a heister when well-laid plans fall apart, but no matter how untamed the wilderness, Parkers guaranteed to be the most dangerous predator around. Critic Reviews: "Parkerlumbers through the pages of Richard Starks noir novels scattering dead bodies like peanut shellsIn a complex world [he] makes things simple." (New York Times) "Whatever Stark writes, I read. Hes a stylist, a pro, and I thoroughly enjoy his attitude." (Elmore Leonard, New York Times best-selling author) "Parker is a true treasureThe master thief is back, along with Richard Stark." (New York Times Book Review) Members Reviews: 2 stars. I kept getting distracted. My mind wandered. There seemed to be more characters than normal in this book. Toward the end I was confused about some of them. Maybe because a lot was going on in my personal life. Or maybe the book wasnt as good as others in the series. There are two stories. The better story is about a hit man after Parker. Its a continuation with Paul and Max who Parker met in Bk 12 The Sour Lemon Score. I loved the scene where Parker gets to them. It reminded me of feelings of fear in the movie Jaws. The second story is about stealing art from a hunting lodge in Montana. An interesting part of that story was Parker interacting with a young-computer-hacker-genius. But the rest of the story about the heist was muddled. It might be better read than listened to. Not sure. I was disappointed that the 2011 Forward by Terry Teachout was in the physical book but not in this audiobook. Ive enjoyed all the forwards in this series. The narrator Stephen R. Thorne was good, but I wish he had a rougher, darker, more menacing voice for Parker. His Parker voice was too clean cut and normal sounding. THE SERIES: This is book 20 in the 24 book series. These stories are about bad guys. They rob. They kill. Theyre smart. Most dont go to jail. Parker is the main bad guy, a brilliant strategist. He partners with different guys for different jobs in each book. If you are new to the series, I suggest reading the first three and then choose among the rest. A few should be read in order since characters continue in a sequel fashion. Those are listed below (with my star ratings). The rest can be read as stand alones. The first three books in order: 4 stars. The Hunter (Point Blank movie with Lee Marvin 1967) (Payback movie with Mel Gibson) 3 stars. The Man with the Getaway Face (The Steel Hit) 4 stars. The Outfit. Read these two in order: 5 stars. Slayground (Bk #14) 5 stars. Butchers Moon (Bk #16) Read these four in order: 4 stars. The Sour Lemon Score (Bk #12) 2 stars. Firebreak (Bk #20) (not read) Nobody Runs Forever (Bk #22) 2 stars.

Dead Souls Audiobook by Ian Rankin

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ian Rankin) — Fri, 29 Oct 2004 08:56:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dead Souls Subtitle: An Inspector Rebus Novel Author: Ian Rankin Narrator: Geoffrey Howard Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 10-29-04 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 170 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: A colleague's suicide. Pedophiles. A missing child. A serial killer. You never know your luck, muses Rebus. Driven by instinct and experience, he searches for connections, against official skepticism. But at night, unsoothed by whiskey, Rebus faces his ghosts, and the prospect of his daughter's possibly permanent paralysis. Soldiering through dank, desperate slums and the tiny flats of the Scottish chic, Rebus uncovers a chain of crime, deceit, and hidden sins, and knows it's himself he's really trying to save. ©1999 Ian Rankin; (P)2001 Books on Tape, Inc. Critic Reviews: "Using vocal nuances, Geoffrey Howard conveys the atmosphere of Rebus's Edinburgh, its slums and pubs, and their inhabitants. He also conveys the fine points of character in a well-paced and involving performance." (AudioFile) "Not everyone will want to follow the crime novel where Rankin dares to take it, but for those who do, the journey will be unforgettable." (Booklist) Members Reviews: bad reader I had to stop listening to this book because the reader sounded like a news anchor rather than a storyteller. Clipped and monotonous in tone. Shoot the narrator ! The narrator has the worst, most phoney Scots accent I have ever heard. He murdered the Scots language, mispronounced dozens of well-known placenames, and even tried a phoney US accent... ouch ! He pronounced Kirkcaldy as Kirk-cal-dee... painful to the ears. In no way does he do justice to Ian Rankin's writing. Better and better Seriously, each book is better than the preceding one. This book was great! Ian Rankin is simply brilliant. We learned about the young Johnny Rebus. A new villain kept Rebus, and readers, on edge. Too bad John is off the wagon, though. The narrator was not as bad as some listeners have said. He wasn't as good as the previous narrators but he was easy to listen to. I am so into this series. Can't wait to start the next one. Not a fan of the reader We have had the same voice for 9 books and this new voice really took some time to get used too. Made me not want to finish the book. Awful, awful monotoned narration. Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not? I would only recommend this audio book if you, like me, are trying to go through the Inspector Rebus series in order and you really need it to be audio. I'm only partway through and I'm severely tempted to stop and buy a Kindle or printed version instead. This guy's reading has all the pizzazz of an old fashioned radio weather reporter. I think this may be only the second book in my life where I'll try accelerating the speed to 1.25x in the app, just to get it over faster.

The Bookwoman's Last Fling Audiobook by John Dunning

biacuaduc@gmail.com (John Dunning) — Mon, 08 May 2006 22:43:02 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Bookwoman's Last Fling Subtitle: A Cliff Janeway Novel Author: John Dunning Narrator: George Guidall Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 05-08-06 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 203 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Tempted out of his bookstore into the world of horseracing, Janeway accepts an invitation from wealthy horse trainer H.R. Geiger to travel to Idaho and look at some rare first-edition books. The books are stunning, flawless children's classics that render the usually eloquent Janeway speechless. It's a collection worth millions of dollars, a fact that Janeway would be happy to discuss with Mr. Geiger if the man wasn't dead. Janeway becomes convinced that someone has been cherry-picking the book collection for personal profit. Soon he's off on Geiger's cold trail, to the California Races at Golden Gates Fields and Santa Anita Park. Bringing together his inside knowledge of both books and horseracing, John Dunning provides another memorable, hard-boiled detective adventure, filled with all the authenticity and delicious trivia that fans have come to expect from the Bookman series. Critic Reviews: "Dunning's exceptional gifts at plotting and characterization should help win him many new readers, while the horse-racing angle is sure to lure Dick Francis fans." (Publishers Weekly) "Bursting with inside dope about forged autographed copies and other dastardly examples of book fraud...it's great fun thumbing the pages with Janeway, who knows his business and takes a keen, almost sensual pleasure in a virgin edition." (The New York Times Book Review) Members Reviews: Wish I could enter "unrated" Because I listened to only a couple of hours -- and part of that time I had my ear buds out so I could skip a part. Just couldn't take it anymore -- and all of this for reasons that might very well have been unrelated to the central plot. The problem? One of the major characters -- presumably -- owned and operated a rescue farm for old or abused horses. Fine and dandy -- I admire people like that more than I can say. BUT.. but... as the story continued, as Janway began to get to know this character, there seemed to be an almost unless litany of stories of abused horses, so much that I just couldn't take it. I don't want to read -- or listen to -- stories of abused animals of any kind. Does it exist? Of course. But all sorts of things go on in this world that I don't want to spend leisure time hearing about. It's just too painful. What a shame! I've both listened to and read every other one of the Cliff Janway books at least twice, some three times, over the years. I love them. I love the book trivia, the tales of collectors, of the obsession with books, some part of which I'm chagrined to admit I share. You can imagine how disappointed I was to have to deep-six this last one in the series. But I can't listen to accounts of horribly abused horses. Life is too short, y'know? Another Good Book in the Cliff Janeway Series I like the books by John Dunning. If you are new to the Cliff Janeway series, I suggest that you read them in order. 1. Booked to Die 2. The Bookman's Promise (currently not being offered on Audible, hopefully they will bring it back) 3. The Bookman's Wake 4. The Bookwoman's Last Fling The Bookwoman's Last Fling has a bit more character development, and many more leads to chase down. Readers, who like the Cliff Janeway, enjoy the journey of the story besides just trying to get to the end.

Last Known Victim Audiobook by Erica Spindler

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Erica Spindler) — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 21:54:41 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Last Known Victim Author: Erica Spindler Narrator: Susan Ericksen Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 07-24-08 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 198 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: As the rescue efforts unfold, a grisly discovery is made at one of the massive refrigerator "graveyards". One of these metal hulks contains six human hands - all female, all right hands. The press has dubbed the unknown perpetrator "The Handyman". But with no way to trace the origin of this refrigerator, and with evidence lost to time and the elements, the case dead-ends. Captain Patti O'Shay is the straight-arrow, by-the-book cop assigned to the case. Her tough, unflinching character is fractured when her husband and fellow police captain is found murdered - surprised by looters taking advantage of the post-storm chaos. August 2007: Patti, still grieving and disillusioned, gets a call from homicide - skeletal remains have been unearthed in City Park. The unknown victim - a female - is missing her right hand. But for Patti, this grave holds something even more shocking. Found beside the victim's bones is her husband's police badge. Casting aside the very "rule book" by which she has lived her life, Patti is fearless - but so is the killer. As he stalks her, she is forced to question all she believes in, to doubt the code she has lived by...because she knows that if she doesn't find The Handyman first, she will become his last known victim. Critic Reviews: "Susan Ericksens concise, well-paced narration blends beautifully with Spindlers grim, empathetic vision of post-Katrina New Orleans in this romantic thriller." (AudioFile) Members Reviews: Captivating I cannot put Erica Spindler's books down! They are beyond engrossing! There is always a TWIST and she isn't scared to go where no one else does! This book was great! Not her total BEST (Shocking Pink) but it was alluring!! Last Known Victim Great listen...just when i thought i knew who dunnit....I was suprised to think...no...someone else dunnit!! I couldn't stop listening until I finished...Susan Ericksen a very good narrator!!! WOW! Just WOW! The ending in this story blew me away! Patty O'Shay is the heroine in this story. This is a murder mystery, that grabbed my attention from the first few pages. The setting is New Orleans, post Katrina. The author painted the city well, I grew up in New Orleans, and it felt like visiting some old friends and to know they survived Katrina, however it seems that evil survived as well. The heroine's husband was killed in post Katrina chaos, and it appears he was a victim of the person who was killing the women and removing their right hand. Thus the killer was dubbed "The Handyman." This was a complex story, and very detailed. I enjoyed it and hope you do so as well. Great book...Great narrator! First book I've read by Erica Spindler, but definitely not my last! Fast paced with lots of twists and turns - the characters were well developed. Susan Ericksen is my favorite narrator and she made these characters come to life! Enjoy!!! Delightful Portrait of Post-Katrina New Orleans Last Known Victim describes what it is like in New Orleans after Katrina. The challenges of life and being a police officer spice the well written mystery. I enjoyed the feel of New Orleans, especially the French Quarter, and the story. I recommend it to others.

Sour Grapes Audiobook by G. A. McKevett

biacuaduc@gmail.com (G. A. McKevett) — Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:54:17 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sour Grapes Subtitle: Savannah Reid, Book 6 Author: G. A. McKevett Narrator: Dina Pearlman Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 10-18-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 103 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Just when feisty, full-figured Savannah Reid's life seems calm and peaceful, her spoiled, egocentric baby sister comes knocking. Atlanta is determined to become a star, and the Miss Gold Coast Beauty Pageant is her first step. Savannah's alarmed at Atlanta's growing obsession with her appearance. She blames it on the beauty pageant...where the competition has become so fierce that someone's been driven to murder. Members Reviews: Sour grapes The book was just as good as the previous one. I totally enjoyed it. Can't wait to hear the next one she is such a southern Belle Fun to listen to with every twist and turn and so many characters you get to know them all Beauty is a B#@%& Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not? Probably, the book continues the series. I liked most of the past books in the series better than this one. I don't like the weakness that comes out when Savannah deals with her sibling. Just don't like the snotty screw you attitude of the sister. I spent most of the time saying grow up already. If youve listened to books by G. A. McKevett before, how does this one compare? I have only listened to the Savannah Reid Series so these are the only one's that I can compare to. I do like the series. I do like the writing. Each story has it's own strengths and weaknesses. Which character as performed by Dina Pearlman was your favorite? In this book Savannah definitely stands out. Was Sour Grapes worth the listening time? Yes though I wish the storyline was a bit stronger. Maybe on the re-listen I'll appreciate it better.

The Wheel of Darkness Audiobook by Douglas Preston, Lincoln Child

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Douglas Preston) — Mon, 13 Aug 2007 00:03:46 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Wheel of Darkness Author: Douglas Preston, Lincoln Child Narrator: Rene Auberjonois Format: Abridged Length: 6 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 08-13-07 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 76 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: The trail leads him and Constance to the maiden voyage of the Queen Victoria, the world's largest and most luxurious passenger liner - and to an Atlantic crossing fraught with terror. Members Reviews: The Wheel of Darkness shines Bright! The Preston/Douglas team, write the kind of novels you can't put down. Partly due to the fact that, they write from factual historical and well researched information. I deeply enjoy getting myself lost in one of their books. Wheel of Darkness was a great story about good and evil. I was inspired, astounded and totally captured by every word. This book's story took me into a whole new world I'd only read about on the internet and seen on Nationa Geographic. I enjoy the ever continuing storyline, which follows agent Pendergast's like experiences and adventures. I do hope that like with Relic, The Wheel of Darkness makes it to the big screen someday. In my head I have modern actors/actresses of today that I know would be perfect for the part of the characters in this novel. I have explored and experienced schools of thoughts, while reading Wheel of Darkness, that I'd never entertained before. It was a unique journey and very entertaining. It has been enlightening and continues to open my literary mind to worlds I've only dreamed about. I strongly recommend any Douglas/Preston novel. It is a read that will change your reading experience for the better. I won't give away any details of this book. All I can say is try something different, you'll surprise yourself. Don't Bother with the abridged version. The abriged version of this audiobook leaves so much to be desired, it is not worth wasting a credit on it. Get the unabridged version much better. Don't get abridged version
I love the Pendergast novels. Unfortunately ,BY MISTAKE, somehow got the abridged verson. Some of the transitions were abrupt and didn'T make sense... total bummer. Not bad, gets a bit far fetched. What did you love best about The Wheel of Darkness? A X L Pendergast, and the Narrator. It moves along quite well. Would you recommend The Wheel of Darkness to your friends? Why or why not? Yes, as long as they were Pendergast fans. What does Rene Auberjonois bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Always good to listen to, he pulls you into the story. If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be? Hmm, I don't think I would make a film about this book, I think it might not do so well at the box office. Any additional comments? The authors tend to wander a bit far into the spiritual realms for my taste. I liked that Pendergast was always a very logical chap and was a bit disappointed with his mystical straying s. Still a good listen though.

Dance of Death Audiobook by Douglas Preston, Lincoln Child

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Douglas Preston) — Wed, 20 Jul 2005 02:41:13 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dance of Death Author: Douglas Preston, Lincoln Child Narrator: Rene Auberjonois Format: Abridged Length: 6 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 07-20-05 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 272 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Praised as a "ruthless descendant of Holmes", agent Pendergast has become one of crime fiction's most endearing characters. His greatest enemy is one who has stalked him all of his life, his cunning and diabolical brother Diogenes. And Diogenes has thrown down the gauntlet. Now, several of the people closest to Pendergast are viciously murdered, and Pendergast is framed for the deeds. On the run from federal authorities, with only the help of his old friend NYPD Lieutenant Vincent D'Agosta, Pendergast must stop his brother. But how can he stop a man that is his intellectual equal, one who has had 20 years to plan the world's most horrendous crime? ©2005 Splendide Mendax, Inc. and Lincoln Child. All Rights Reserved.; (P)2005 Time Warner AudioBooks. All Rights Reserved. Critic Reviews: "Intriguing thriller." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: Dance of Death This was my first one. And I wanted to stay in the car, listening to it. since downloaded two more and each just keeps getting better and better. I don't know what I will do when I have heard them all. You have to listen to this one. Good listen Would you try another book from Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child and/or Rene Auberjonois? Yes, but I am a fan of A X L Pendergast. If youve listened to books by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child before, how does this one compare? A good listen, not the best, but not bad. Relic was my favourite. Have you listened to any of Rene Auberjonoiss other performances before? How does this one compare? Always consistently good. Could you see Dance of Death being made into a movie or a TV series? Who should the stars be? No, Relic would be good though. Diogenes is back and he has a score to settle Dance of Death is a fast-paced thriller that never lets up and keeps the reader turning pages, so to speak. Pendergast is back, but this time his evil brother is out to finally extract his revenge on the FBI Agent. Targeting those close to Pendergast (friends and colleagues), the evil Diogenese embarks on a quest to methodically murder them while framing Pendergast and while planning on carrying out the "perfect" crime. I can't say more without giving away important plot points, but I will say "read this book!" You will not be disappointed. good for the abridged version I was surprised that the story did not suffer to much being abridged. It's not as good as other Pendacast stories as its missing the more super natural accepts of other stories but its still very good. Not as good as Brimstone. Would you try another book from Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child and/or Rene Auberjonois? Preston and Child, absolutely; Mr Auberjonois, maybe. Who was your favorite character and why? No favourite. Would you listen to another book narrated by Rene Auberjonois? I'm undecided. Obviously if I wanted to listen to the book badly enough, I would tolerate Mr Auberjonois's delivery, but there are better narrators out there. If this book were a movie would you go see it? No. Any additional comments? The story did hold my attention, but I felt it was let down a little by the narration. I understand Scott Brick is in high demand, but I thought he brought something special to other books I've read by the boys, especially Riptide, Ice Limit and Brimstone.

Out of the Frying Pan Audiobook by Michelle Griep, Kelly Klepfer

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Michelle Griep) — Tue, 22 Aug 2017 01:26:59 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Out of the Frying Pan Subtitle: A Cozy Little Romance...with Murder on the Side Author: Michelle Griep, Kelly Klepfer Narrator: Julie Lancelot Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 08-22-17 Publisher: Silverton Agency Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: When the chef of Sunset Paradise Retirement Village ends up dead, life for sisters Fern and Zula Hopkins is whipped into a froth. Their zany attempts to track down the killer lands them in hot water with Detective Jared Flynn. Should he be concerned about their safety or the criminal's? But there are deadly ingredients none of them expect: drugs, extortion, international cartels, and, worst of all, broken hearts - especially when the sisters' niece KC arrives on the scene. Before the sisters make any headway with the case, it becomes crystal clear that the snooping pair share a mysterious secret that takes life from the frying pan and into the line of fire. Members Reviews: the mad cap antics of the old people in this book were like watching the slap-stick comedy of Laurel and Hardy or ... This book made me laugh out loud in a few spots. The murder aside, the mad cap antics of the old people in this book were like watching the slap-stick comedy of Laurel and Hardy or The Three Stooges. I enjoyed the silliness and the mild intrigue. The romance angle of the niece and the detective seemed a little contrived, but still fun too. Leonard Was Killed With A Frying Pan This was a cute, romantic mystery. It was a fast read because so many trite phrases were used. I had trouble staying focused on the plot and keeping the characters straight. But that could have just been me. I do think some of the dialogue could have been more original. A cozy mystery with a touch of romance Who knew life in a seniors community could be so wild, suspenseful, and hilarious? Sisters-in-law Fern and Zula Hopkins are opposite in every way except age. How they keep from killing one another is a mystery, but that's not the mystery of this book. Their zany antics to solve the murder of the cook keeps detective Jared Flynn on his toes. Cozy mysteries are my favorite, and this one is good, with a twist ending that caught me by surprise (the best kind). Entertaining This is a clean, entertaining mystery with a lot of quirky characters. The main characters you will meet are KC and her two hysterical aunts who try to help Detective Flynn solve a murder. I loved this book and would read more from this author. Fun, cozy mystery Sisters-in-law, Zula and Fern are a hoot! The retirement community is one hopping place. I enjoyed following them on their sleuthing adventures. *I won a copy of this book in a giveaway. All views are my honest opinion.*

Jack of Spades Audiobook by James Hankins

biacuaduc@gmail.com (James Hankins) — Tue, 08 Oct 2013 23:28:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Jack of Spades Author: James Hankins Narrator: Arthur Morey Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 10-08-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 125 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Just two years ago, the media turned Detective John Spader into a hero. He'd caught a twisted serial killer terrorizing Massachusetts, and the "Jack of Spades," as the media dubbed Spader, was born. But when the murderer walked free on a technicality - free to kill again - the public turned on Spader. Now a new serial killer is on the loose. He wears the silly, gap-toothed, grinning mask of Galaxo, Starboy Avenger! - a cartoon alien of unparalleled popularity with children. With Galaxo's body count rising, and the public's fear growing, it's up to the Jack of Spades to find the man beneath the mask and stop the killing. Editorial Reviews: Detective John Spader (nickname: Jack of Spades) has a reputation for catching serial murderers, a reputation that gets tested in this new thriller from James Hankins. This time, Spader is up against a strange new nemesis: a psychotic killer who dresses up as the children's cartoon alien Galaxo, Starboy Avenger! Award-winning voice actor Arthur Morey brings a remarkable range of voices to his performance, from the gritty, masculine tones of Spader, to the metallic, high-pitched, and bizarrely menacing voice of Galaxo. A tense listen that delivers a mix of chills and intrigue, Jack of Spades will compel fans of crime thrillers and comic book villains alike. Members Reviews: Great story If you are a cops chasing serial killer fan then you must read or listen to this book, it's fantastic! Twist and turns galore! Fantastic! Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? This was a well written and read book. Any additional comments? I have found another great author to follow! This is the 3rd book of his I have listened to and all have been great, they keep you guessing to the end. You think you know then he twist it alittle and you second guess yourself!! James Hankins leaves you wanting more after each book! Great Author Really good read. I've read 3 books from him and have enjoyed every one. Recommended for anyone who enjoys a hood cop and criminal book. H I wasn't a fan. I loved the prettiest one & Shasdy cross This one was a very horrible disappointment Too slow. Enjoyed the story.. Enjoyed the story but didn't care for the narrator He made the story weak in a way. Otherwise I would recommend it to other readers/listeners.

Dynamite Road Audiobook by Andrew Klavan

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Andrew Klavan) — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 22:50:32 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dynamite Road Subtitle: A Weiss and Bishop Novel Author: Andrew Klavan Narrator: Andrew Klavan Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 10-17-08 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 45 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: The trail of blood that ensues brings them dangerously closer to Weiss's old nemesis, an expert gun-for-hire known only as Shadowman, and to a plan set to climax with an act of audacious violence and a murder that would be impossible for any killer but one.... Members Reviews: Fantastic Read I couldn't stop listening to this book. Andrew Klavan is maybe the best story teller that I have ever heard or read. You will want to listen to the books in order: Dynamite Road then Shotgun Alley then Damnation Street. very impressed! I knew nothing about this author, but took a chance based on the preview I listened to. I really enjoyed the characters, the suspense, and the fact that the characters all have their own faughts. I really enjoyed the author as narrator and I plan to listen to his follow up to this book next. Disappointing book, flat and uninteresting This book wasnt for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more? I am not really sure, I am going back to James Lee Burke, Michael Connelly, Robert Crais, etc. What could Andrew Klavan have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you? I question whether or not this book had a good editor or publisher, I found Bishop and Weiss characters very unemotional and one-dimensional Who would you have cast as narrator instead of Andrew Klavan? Needed a professional narrator like George Guidall, Titus Welliver, Will Patton, anyone but Scott Brick You didnt love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities? I am not sure but I can only assume the author gave the book his maximum effort Any additional comments? This is probably my first and last Andrew Klavan listen, sorry Mr. Klavan Awful What would have made Dynamite Road better? Dynamite Road would have been better if the small sliver of a plot had more to it. What do you think your next listen will be? I am now listening to Predictably Irrational. What does Andrew Klavan bring to the story that you wouldn???t experience if you just read the book? I thought Klavan was a very good reader. He acted out the character's voices well and in a non-distracting way. He was among the best readers I've heard. If you could play editor, what scene or scenes would you have cut from Dynamite Road? I think Dynamite Road had enough real meat to be a short story, which is a shame. The characters, though stereotypical, were fun. He created a huge build up to what was ultimately a wafer thin story. Any additional comments? I really enjoy Klavan's political writing and enjoyed Empire of Lies. Awesome!!! Love Klavan. Loved this story. Well told by the author himself. I almost couldn't put down the iPhone. But, unfortunately I had to when the 3 year was in the room (language). Otherwise, great story, and well told. Looking forward to other audio books from Klavan.

Serpent in the Thorns Audiobook by Jeri Westerson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jeri Westerson) — Sat, 09 Mar 2013 16:37:42 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Serpent in the Thorns Subtitle: Crispin Guest, Book 2 Author: Jeri Westerson Narrator: Michael Page Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 03-09-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 57 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Convicted of treason, Crispin Guest was stripped of his title, his land, his money and his friends. Now with only his considerable wits to sustain him, Guest works the mean streets of 14th century London, building a small reputation for his skill. In 1383, a simple-minded tavern girl comes to his door - a body was found where she works and shes the only person who could have killed him. Except for the fact that the man was killed in place by a precisely aimed crossbow bolt. Making matters worse, the murdered man was one of three couriers from the French king, transporting a relic intended to smooth the troubled relations between France and England. Events quickly spin out of control and Guest now finds himself the prime suspect in the murder, one with terrible diplomatic implications. As the drumbeat of war between the two countries grow, Guest must unravel the con spiracy behind the murder to save not only his country, but himself as well. Members Reviews: Knight's Honor This is 2nd of an historical fiction series that was presented on audio in reverse order; but each book stands well on its own merit. Which says a lot for any book that is part of a series these days. This is a believable historical portrayal of Richard I era England, accompanying delightful characterizations in an intriguing adventure / mystery. There is action, a smattering of sex, a good deal of philosophy about the concept of "honor" in people of both noble and ordinary birth, all without too much agonizing over ideas when they can be shown in the deeds of the characters, from lowest to highest in the social order. There is also a sample (a bit too much for my taste) of the torture of victims of the royal jail, albeit realistic for the times. But the characters win the day, especially the "disgraced" and former knight, Crispin Guest, and his child side-kick, Jack (who provides a charming "Greek chorus", while being a good foil for our hero). Overall enjoyable enough to make me want to hear the entire series. And the most excellent reading of Michael Page carries me along into these stories nicely! Another good Crispin Guest story If you like twists and turns in a plot, where the details matter, and things don't quite go where you expect, then pick up Serpent in the Thorns. You'll have to pay attention to the little things and don't forget to take some of them at face value. The story doubles back on itself, and some questions about Crispin's fall from knighthood are answered. Crispin and Jack are central, but pay attention to those around them. As the story unfolds you see some real character growth in Crispin and Jack. As for other characters, the sheriff plays a smaller part then in the first book, and Gaunt played a larger one. Richard as written is petty, vindictive, and throughly unlikable. It all wraps up in a really good ending. I'll be picking up the next one in the series soon. Introspection as plot. I didnt read the first book in this series as this book had better star ratings. Crispin, the main character, has all his self questioning inner thoughts, or interpretation of them hed forgotten the noise explored, but to no purpose.

Bahamas West End Is Murder Audiobook by Dirk Wyle

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Dirk Wyle) — Mon, 07 May 2012 18:53:15 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bahamas West End Is Murder Subtitle: A Ben Candidi Mystery, Book 4 Author: Dirk Wyle Narrator: Michael Yurchak Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 05-07-12 Publisher: Spoken Word Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 25 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: As vacationing Ben Candidi and Rebecca Levis sail through International Waters toward Grand Bahama Island, they receive a strange welcome - a sinking cabin cruiser with a dead man at the helm. Ben knows how to patch bullet holes below the waterline and Rebecca knows how to estimate time of death. And they agree that the West End marina is the right place to bring the body. To avoid trouble, they play it dumb and treat the cocaine-smuggling marina tenants as the divers and sport fishermen they are pretending to be. Unfortunately, the mailbox corporation in Miami that owns the yacht ignores Bens $100,000 salvage claim - and the Bahamian police wont let him move the yacht to Florida. The harder Ben and Rebecca press their claim, the more sinister West End becomes. Should they cut their losses and run? Or is it too late already? Critic Reviews: "Wyle... blends scientific smarts with quirky characters in another fine outing." (Booklist) Members Reviews: An Intellectually Stimulating & Romantic Thriller Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? Yes, I would recommend this audio book to a friend. It engages the intellect as themain characters, Ben Candidi and his fiancee, apply their knowledge of science and medicine, respectively, to unravel the mystery of the murder. It is also consistently maintains a high level of suspense, from chapter to chapter, so the reader is unwilling to interrupt listening until the end. It also reveals am current trend common to all governments, the rising corruption and baseness of those who get a taste of power. Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How? Yes, the plot, kept me in suspense, as, Ben Candidi and his fiancee, gradually gathered clues about the potential murderers and progressively increased the risk of being injured or killed by the members of the illegal drug trading club; especially so after the bungled poisoning attempt as Ben Candidi kept delaying his stay to get bureaucratic approval for leaving the Bahamas with the salvaged yacht. Which scene was your favorite? The final scene when the Andrew and Bahamian police officer caught up with Ben and his fiancee in their sailing boat and revealed the truth of the investigation he had secrretly carried out. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? Yes, the moment when the Bahamian officer reveals the truth of what happened in the scene described above. Any additional comments? The story was very well written. Though the performance was very good, the voice representing the main character seemed somewhat immature, more like that of a teenager, than of a man in his early thirties. very good story line. If you could sum up Bahamas West End Is Murder in three words, what would they be? very good plot. What did you like best about this story? story detail Which character as performed by Michael Yurchak was your favorite? Ben Candidi Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? The hold book very to stop listening Any additional comments? I would like books Wyle Great story and a professional reading job. Where does Bahamas West End Is Murder rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? I've long been a fan of Ben Candini, and the audio book did not disappoint me. Non-plussed Would you try another book from Dirk Wyle and/or Michael Yurchak? Not sure. Maybe.

Death's Half Acre Audiobook by Margaret Maron

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Margaret Maron) — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 00:13:09 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Death's Half Acre Author: Margaret Maron Narrator: C.J. Critt Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 10-24-08 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 95 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Margaret Maron's Judge Deborah Knott mysteries set in rural North Carolina are cherished by discerning readers who value authentic characters and intriguing plots. As housing sprawl creeps across the land, farmers are feeling the pinch. County commissioners have been making lucrative land deals in secret, and now murder brings Deborah and Sheriff Bryant into the middle of a major dispute. ©2008 Margaret Maron; (P)2008 Recorded Books Members Reviews: One of Her Best I love listening to Maron's books. Judge Knott is a believable character. I am never bored and I learn something about an area of the country I do not really know. Whether print or audiobook it's always fun. Warm Narration I just can't get enough of CJ Critt's narration! The setting of local politics wasn't quite as interesting as some Maron books but the mystery was good and the characters strong.

Isolation Audiobook by Mary Anna Evans

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mary Anna Evans) — Tue, 04 Aug 2015 06:58:21 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Isolation Subtitle: The Faye Longchamp Mysteries, Book 9 Author: Mary Anna Evans Narrator: Cassandra Campbell Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 08-04-15 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 20 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Archaeologist Faye Longchamp-Mantooth has dug herself a deep hole, and she can't make her way out of it. As she struggles to recover from a shattering personal loss, she sees that everyone she loves is trying to reach out to her. If only she could reach back. Instead she's out digging holes all over her home, the Florida island of Joyeuse. In their old plantation home, Joe Wolf Mantooth is surrounded by family - Faye, the wife he loves; their toddler son he adores; and his father, who hasn't gotten around to telling Joe how long he's been out of prison or how he got there - yet Joe has never felt so helpless or alone. Then a close friend at the local marina is brutally murdered, the first in a string of crimes against women that rocks Micco County. Joe, desperate to help Faye, realizes she is in danger from both her inner demons and someone who has breached the island's isolation. Local law and environmental officials say they want to help, but to Faye and Joe they feel more like invaders. A struggling Faye reaches back over a century into her family's history for clues. And all the while, danger snakes further into their lives, threatening the people they love, their cherished home, even the very ground - some of it poisoned - beneath their feet. Members Reviews: Great story I really love these stories and they are great to listen to while driving. Can't wait for the next book. I Love This Series I have read and enjoyed every book in this series. Faye is a great character and I hope to read about her again.

The Long Sonata of the Dead Audiobook by Andrew Taylor

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Andrew Taylor) — Fri, 23 Aug 2013 16:21:32 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Long Sonata of the Dead Author: Andrew Taylor Narrator: Cameron Pow Format: Unabridged Length: 53 mins Language: English Release date: 08-23-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: In pursuit of the find of a lifetime, an academic confronts an old rival Once visited by the likes of Charles Dickens, William Thackeray, and George Eliot, the London Library is a maze of books - a jumble of first editions and forgotten texts. For Tony, it is a refuge from the failure his life has become - and it is about to be invaded by a destructive old friend. Adam is a world-renowned novelist who spends so much time writing articles and appearing in documentaries that it seems impossible he actually has time to write books. He visits the library to research a nearly-forgotten English poet, Francis Youlgreave, who just happens to be Tony's obsession. Tony has staked his career on the long-dead clergyman, and will do whatever it takes to keep Adam from stealing his research. In this ghostly library, scholarly conflict is anything but academic. Editorial Reviews: Narrated in Cameron Pow's snide alto voice, The Long Sonata of the Dead is a library drama. In other words, it is the intriguing story of two academics - rivals, who were once upon a time roommates. Their shared goal: information on the long dead clergymen and poet Francis Youlgreave. While the story spins out into the streets of London and the homes of the character's families, the heart of the drama is inside the book-packed, ghost-ridden London Library. Listeners will enjoy Pow's wry presentation of this unique and unconventional drama. Members Reviews: Fun Short Story - Would have made a nice novel Any additional comments? A very fun, short listen. I love this author and his book The American Boy. I also enjoy biblio mysteries, and this one is enjoyable. I could see this as a book.

The Freedom Broker Audiobook by K.J. Howe

biacuaduc@gmail.com (K.J. Howe) — Tue, 07 Feb 2017 17:36:44 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Freedom Broker Subtitle: A Thea Paris Novel Author: K.J. Howe Narrator: Therese Plummer Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 02-07-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 44 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: There are 25 elite kidnap and ransom specialists in the world. Only one is a woman: Thea Paris. And she's the best in the business. Twenty years ago, a terrified young boy was abducted in the middle of the night by masked intruders while his sister watched, paralyzed with fear. Returned after a harrowing nine months with his captors, Thea's brother has never been the same. This life-shattering experience drove Thea to become what she is today: a world-class freedom broker. Most hostage-recovery work is done at the negotiation table, but when diplomacy fails, Thea leads Quantum Security International's black-ops team on highly sensitive rescue missions to political hot spots around the globe. Her childhood nightmare resurfaces when her oil magnate father, Christos Paris, is snatched from his yacht off Santorini on his 60th birthday, days away from the biggest deal of his career. The brutal kidnappers left the entire crew slaughtered in their wake, but strangely, there are no ransom demands, no political appeals, no prisoner release requests - just obscure and foreboding texts written in Latin sent from burner phones. Knowing the survival window for kidnap victims is small, Thea throws herself into the most urgent and challenging rescue mission of her life - but will she be able to prevent this kidnapping from destroying her family for good? Members Reviews: Great Read and listen Ms Plummer brings this book to life. KJ Howe great 1st time Author. Excellent Book! Uneven series start but would read the sequel This is an interesting twist in the thriller genre, and welcome on many levels. But ultimately it thrills less than it should. That said, I'd listen to the sequel. Everything is "decent" or "good" but I never felt my pulse quicken. A surprise! Never a dull moment! This was a bargain purchase and in one of my favorite genres. I was pleased to find a complex and fast moving plot. I will try this author again. Had high hopes for this one, but it was only ok! I heard an interview with the author, just a couple of days ago, and this, her first thriller novel, sounded really interesting! I'm an avid listener of thrillers/mysteries, and feel that the author followed an already frequently used style of thriller story line! I'm certainly not qualified as a book critic, however, I found this book to be only mildly "thrilling" or interesting! So sorry! Awesome new author and character. I loved this one from the beginning. The writing was super and I loved the narrator. Cannot wait for her next book!!

Hallowed Bones Audiobook by Carolyn Haines

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Carolyn Haines) — Tue, 05 Dec 2017 20:25:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Hallowed Bones Subtitle: Sarah Booth Delaney Mystery, Book 5 Author: Carolyn Haines Narrator: Kate Forbes Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 12-05-17 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Best-selling novelist Carolyn Haines is a rising star in Southern literature. Her wickedly funny "Bones" mystery series captures the unique, colorful charm of Mississippi Delta country. Doreen Mallory claims to have the gift of healing. So why did her own child die mysteriously? Out to prove Doreen's innocence, sleuthing southern belle Sarah Booth Delaney unearths an explosive, long-buried secret. Members Reviews: Hallowed Bones by Carolyn Haines: A review And here's another of my guilty pleasure reads for the summer - the fifth entry in Carolyn Haines' Sarah Booth Delaney series. It was great fun to read and, indeed, may be my favorite in the series so far. Sarah Booth Delaney's private investigation business in the little delta town of Zinnia, Mississippi, now has an actual business office. She has set up a couple of rooms of her family's plantation home, Dahlia House, as offices for herself and her partner, Tinkie. There's even a place for a receptionist's desk, just in case the business ever grows to the point that it needs one. Sarah Booth's latest case begins when she is contacted by a nun from New Orleans. The nun is a friend of a woman who is now being held on a warrant from New Orleans in the local Zinnia jail. The woman, Doreen, is a spiritualist and alleged faith healer with a large following in New Orleans. She had a baby who had severe birth defects and the baby has recently died. An autopsy revealed that the cause of death, which was at first thought to be Sudden Infant Death syndrome, had actually been sleeping pills that were put in the baby's formula. The mother has been charged with murder in the case, but the nun doesn't believe she did it and she wants to hire Sarah Booth to establish her innocence. This creates a bit of a problem for Sarah Booth who has to go to the jail to see Doreen. She had been trying to stay away from the sheriff's office so she wouldn't run into the sheriff, Coleman Peters, for whom she has strong and tender feelings. Problem is Coleman, who reciprocates those feelings, is trying to save his troubled marriage because his deeply troubled wife is pregnant, and he doesn't need to be tempted by Sarah Booth. Meeting with Doreen does give Sarah Booth and Tinkie the sense that she is most likely innocent of killing her baby, but if she didn't do it, who did? Suspicion settles on the father, but who is that? Doreen refuses to name him. Doreen is returned to the custody of the New Orleans Police Department and Sarah and Tinkie travel to New Orleans to continue their investigation. They are also (very conveniently) just in time for the Orange and Black Ball, one of the most popular social events of the year. Of course, the two get invited and, of course, just in time, a wealthy suitor from Sarah Booth's past, Hamilton, shows up to escort her to the ball. In addition to being wealthy and cultured, Hamilton is incredibly handsome and is engaged in trying to make the world a better place. In other words, he is a paragon of virtues. He's also apparently very good in bed, though, naturally, Sarah Booth never gives us the details. At length, their client, Doreen, is persuaded to give Tinkie and Sarah Booth information about the three men who could possibly be her dead daughter's father.

Days of Night Audiobook by Jonathan Stone

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jonathan Stone) — Tue, 15 Aug 2017 00:11:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Days of Night Author: Jonathan Stone Narrator: Christopher Lane Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 08-15-17 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 46 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: When retired police detective Joe Heller is called in to investigate what might be Antarctica's first murder, he quickly discovers that winter at McMurdo Station comes with a unique set of challenges: darkness, isolation, and the eccentric behavior of the research facility's 157 inhabitants. But a difficult investigation turns much tougher when all communication with the outside world is suddenly cut off. While Heller works diligently to reconstruct the scene of the crime, evidence mounts that a pathogenic event could be ravaging the rest of the planet. As night descends, fear mounts, and confusion reigns, the killer strikes again. If this is a global cataclysm, is someone now picking off the human race's few remaining survivors? Is this the end of the world - or just the end of Joe Heller's? Members Reviews: Another offbeat story by Jonathan Stone First I listened to Moving Day, the story of perfect revenge, which is one of my all time favorite novels. Then came Two for the Show which easily earned 5 stars. Then the wonderful short story Mailman. Then The Teller which started off great and then became insufferable in the second half. And now Days of Night which is a disappointment. My major issue with Days of Night is that fully half of the novel is the protagonist sharing his thoughts in seemingly endless detail. It should have been published as a 4 hour novella to avoid frustrating the listener with irrelevant detain . The story is a nice modern detective murder mystery set at McMurdo Station in Antarctica during the winter. Christopher Lane narrates perfectly. For Puzzle Lovers Stone places you inside the story, and with a cop's eye view; doggedly chewing on facts and interested, before you even realize how clever the plot or how good the writing. Good book We enjoyed the story very much. The only down side was at times there was way to much description about other things and not just the story. Interesting But Very interesting plot ruined by too much introspection by mane character. He goes on and on about everything making a boring read Thought provoking Keeps you guessing to the end. I thoroughly enjoyed it, easy to listen to narration.

Devil's Trill Audiobook by Gerald Elias

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Gerald Elias) — Wed, 08 Feb 2017 21:16:59 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Devil's Trill Subtitle: A Daniel Jacobus Mystery, Book 1 Author: Gerald Elias Narrator: Jim Frangione Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 02-08-17 Publisher: Alison Larkin Presents Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 22 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Devil's Trill - a mystery in sonata-allegro form - is the first-ever audiobook to integrate musical passages that provide clues to solving the mysteries! Author Gerald Elias, a renowned concert violinist himself, performs the music. Blind, sharp-tongued violinist Daniel Jacobus, living in self-imposed exile in rural New England, is drawn into mysterious crimes in New York City. A stolen Stradivarius - a strangled teacher of child prodigies - Jacobus is not only the chief investigator of these misdeeds, he's the prime suspect! A police detective hot on his tail, Jacobus roams the bucolic Berkshires, hallowed Carnegie Hall, and tradition-bound Japan, searching for answers only he can see. With alluring student Yumi and jazz-loving Nathaniel at his side, Jacobus feels his way through self-doubt and darkness. The shadowy spheres of classical music and steamy streets of the Big Apple give noir a new meaning in the first mystery novel in the gripping Daniel Jacobus series. Critic Reviews: "slow burn suspense...Jim Frangione embodies the grizzled music-instructor-turned-gumshoe Jacobus. Violin performances by the author sprinkled throughout provide clues. A solid mystery! (AudioFile) Members Reviews: Great! This book provides a unique view of the classical music world, and it's an extra bonus to hear it read and played as an audiobook. Elias' writing is humorous and knowledgeable, and Frangione's voice captures it perfectly. The musical performance adds richness and depth to the story; you really feel like you're there. The plot of the mystery is truly engaging and reveals to the listener the lesser known facets of familiar places. Who knew the concert hall had such a dark and shadowy side? Even having read the original, the audiobook was a whole new experience. Definitely worth a listen, whether or not you've read the paper version of Devil's Trill. Suspense in the World of Classical Music Would you listen to Devil's Trill again? Why? Certainly! Jim Frangione's reading and Gerald Elias' music combine for a magical experience. What was one of the most memorable moments of Devil's Trill? When the author's violin enters- the whole story comes alive with the magnificent music. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Certainly and I did- from house to car! Any additional comments? It's a great mystery in itself but how unique it is to have the music that is part of the story and to have it played by the author. I love all the Jacobus books and hope this is just the first of the audio versions. LOVED this incredible Audiobook Experience! An experience is truly the only way to describe this WONDERFUL audiobook! I've never heard anything like it- gorgeous violin music is intertwined in this thrilling mystery novel as an essential component of the story-telling.

Out on a Limb Audiobook by Carolyn Jourdan

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Carolyn Jourdan) — Mon, 30 Oct 2017 09:01:19 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Out on a Limb Subtitle: A Smoky Mountain Mystery Author: Carolyn Jourdan Narrator: Jodi Gaylord Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 10-30-17 Publisher: Carolyn Jourdan Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 1 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Phoebe McFarland has just moved back to her hometown of White Oak, Tennessee, a sleepy rural community nestled in the mist-shrouded ridges and isolated hollows of the Smoky Mountains. Now she spends her days working as a rural home health care nurse, making calls on a quirky roster of housebound characters she's determined to take care of whether they cooperate or not. She applies this same optimism to her love life, despite the fact that she's been dating for 38 years without locating any husband material. When she runs into her childhood sweetheart, Henry Matthews, a wildlife ranger for the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, it looks like she might've found her man. But Phoebe and Henry's chance for romance has to be put on hold while they undertake a desperate search for a young woman who mysteriously vanished from the park during a gathering of world famous biologists and botanists, including a charismatic Frog Whisperer. Members Reviews: Smoky Mountains Mystery Fun story with interesting characters, local color, and scientific background. I loved the Great Smoky Mountains National Park setting.

Dirt Audiobook by Stuart Woods

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Stuart Woods) — Thu, 16 Dec 1999 01:24:01 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dirt Author: Stuart Woods Narrator: Tony Roberts Format: Abridged Length: 3 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 12-16-99 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 207 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Feared and disliked for both her poison pen and ice queen persona, bi-coastal gossip columnist Amanda Dart finds the tables have turned. The unwitting victim of an anonymous gossipmonger who is faxing to national opinion makers an outrageous scandal sheet revealing the details of her on-going indiscretions with a nationally known takeover artist, Amanda enlists the help of New York lawyer and investigator Stone Barrington to learn the identity of the faxer. Everybody is a suspect in the world of tabloid journalism. As the faxes grow more scathing and begin to expose the peccadilloes of not only Amanda but other members of the gossip community, Barrington winds up with more leads than he can handle, and an employer who is about to take matters dangerously into her own hands. The world of gossip is turned on its head. It becomes clear to Stone that even the most respected members of the social scene will stop at nothing, even murder, to clear their names. Irresistible as only good gossip can be, Dirt is a mesmerizing tale of betrayal and murder set against a backdrop of the fast-paced Manhattan tabloid business; it is filled with the twists and turns that have made Stuart Woods' novels international hits. Members Reviews: I **HATE** when audiobooks are abridged! I'm working my way through all of the Stone Barrington novels and I was so disappointed to find this one was only available in abridged form. I never buy an abridged version if I can avoid it because it makes me feel like I'm missing out on important details (or that someone else is taking the liberty of deciding for me what are the important details I should know). Overall it was a great story, but I'd have rather had it in its original form - as the author wrote it! Abridged Version Would you try another book from Stuart Woods and/or Tony Roberts? Yes What do you think your next listen will be? Another author for the time being. What aspect of Tony Robertss performance would you have changed? I have not heard many books with Tony's work. Do you think Dirt needs a follow-up book? Why or why not? No, there is enough trashy reporters and negative media types... there doesn't need to be more written about them... Any additional comments? To the real reason why I am writing... The abridged version of the book has cut so much from the story line... The try mystery is in the details that surround the characters. The here is very little to know about the other characters.... I do not wish to purchase any more for the "short" stories from this author. 5 Stars Anything written by this man is a "Sure Thing". I just wish audible would get all of his books! He's an amazing author! third time I've listened to this story a good second story for stone and Stuart Woods going to try and work through all Barrington novels as the characters seem to develop Abridged is for the birds Details juicy tid bits... Too short for an audio book. Disappointed. I know this is an early book but ugh.

Wicked Fix Audiobook by Sarah Graves

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sarah Graves) — Mon, 01 Nov 2010 17:44:02 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Wicked Fix Author: Sarah Graves Narrator: Lindsay Ellison Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 11-01-10 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 68 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: For ex-Wall Streeter Jacobia Jake Tiptree and her teenage son, Sam, September promises tranquil days winter-proofing their rambling handyman's special of a home in Eastport, Maine. But there's nothing idyllic about this Down East autumn. For starters, the return of truly vicious native son Reuben Tate stirs up the town. And when somebody slits Reuben's throat and hangs his corpse on the cemetery gate, the police trace a bloodied scalpel to surgeon Victor Tiptree - Jake's former husband. Yet Jake knows her troublesome, trouble-prone ex is capable of just about anything except murder. Proving that, though, will involve nailing the real killer. Members Reviews: Meet the neighbors. Lots of background info about the townspeople. Suspenseful, not just who the murderer is but if the heroine can stay in town. Good book, a great continuance of the series. Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? Any one looking for a series of mystery stories to follow would enjoy this series. Wickedly Good This is one of my favorite series. The characters are realistic, the story is well plotted and the pacing is always good. I have to say that this book takes a turn to the dark side. There is a lot going on and Jakobia and Ellie are drawn into the mystery to save Victor of all people. This is a solid good mystery and I would recommend it to anyone who likes cozy mysteries as well as someone who like darker mysteries. This book walks a fine line. Great Narration Any additional comments? Narrator does an excellent job at reading story! Definitely a good book to listen to.

The Girl in the Glass Audiobook by James Hayman

biacuaduc@gmail.com (James Hayman) — Tue, 25 Aug 2015 21:53:25 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Girl in the Glass Subtitle: A McCabe and Savage Thriller, Book 4 Author: James Hayman Narrator: Stephen Mendel Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 08-25-15 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 200 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Two identical women. Two identical murders. Two lives brutally cut short 108 years apart. June 1904. Aimée Garnier Whitby, a beautiful French artist and wife of one of Maine's richest and most powerful men, is found near death on the Whitby family's private summer island, the letter "A" mysteriously carved into her chest. June 2012. Veronica Aimée Whitby, the 18-year-old descendant and virtual double of the first Aimée, becomes the victim of a near perfect copycat murder. With another beautiful, promising young Whitby woman slain, the media begin to swarm and pressure builds for Mike McCabe and Maggie Savage to bring the killer quickly to justice. But the key to solving Aimée's death just might have been buried with her beautiful ancestor. The latest McCabe and Savage thriller from USA Today best-selling author James Hayman is a crackling, twisty novel of suspense, perfect for fans of J.A. Jance and John Sandford. Members Reviews: Good Murder Mystery! I was not expecting The Girl in the Glass to be as good as it is. The book is a complex murder mystery. Good. Quite Good... But, be warned... From my cozy seat here on the edge of the mystery story spectorium I get-off peering inside of detectives McCabe and Maggies minds. I wish that Maggie Savage hadnt slipped to a supporting role this time, and itd be cool if next go-round she got more of the star turn she deserves. James Hayman is more an expert engineer than an artist. He constructs plots the way Lear builds jets. Its a miracle that so many tons of density can fly through the air But engineers arent artists, or wizards. They put together the parts so that their creations dont, um, land spontaneously. Yknow? I like the way Haymam and Stephen Mendel make me like Maine, and the people who swirl around Portland police detectives. Detectives who incidentally generally like and support one another as a team. Hayman, unlike a lot of mystery authors apparently doesnt think theyre inept clowns riven by Peter-Principle promotions where only dung rises politically to the top. And this time Hayman takes some clever risks as a writer, swirling together twin murders committed over a century apart. And it works. This jet flies! Warning though, start the series with The Cutting and work your way here. Me? Ill pre-order the next in this series as soon as the team records it. NOT AS GOOD AS THE OTHERS Very disappointing. The storyline was clumsy and the character development was nonexistent. I am glad I read the other books in the series first. Too much Historical Data - Very Slow moving... Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not? No. I absolutely love James Hayman's books. The McCabe & Savage series has been awesome but this book was a total let down. There was just too much historical data regarding the going on's in the 1920's. They could have developed more "real time" content and character development. The book was just not what I thought it was going to be. I was so let down. What was the most interesting aspect of this story? The least interesting? The story had so much potential but for me it just fell very flat in comparison to the other books in this series. I am sadly disappointed with this book.

The Promise Audiobook by Robert Crais

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Robert Crais) — Tue, 10 Nov 2015 12:21:35 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Promise Author: Robert Crais Narrator: Luke Daniels, MacLeod Andrews Format: Abridged Length: 5 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 11-10-15 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 12 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Elvis Cole and Joe Pike are joined by Suspect heroes Scott James and his K-9 partner, Maggie, in the new masterpiece of suspense from the number one New York Times bestselling author. Loyalty, commitment, the fight against injustice - these are the things that have always driven Elvis Cole and Joe Pike. If they make a promise, they keep it. Even if it could get them killed. When Elvis Cole is hired to locate a woman who may have disappeared with a stranger she met online, it seems like an ordinary case - until Elvis learns the missing woman worked for a defense contractor and was being blackmailed to supply explosives components for a person or persons unknown. Meanwhile, in another part of the city, LAPD officer Scott James and his patrol dog, Maggie, enter an abandoned building to locate an armed and dangerous thief, only to discover far more than they expected: The fugitive is dead, the building is filled with explosives, and Scott and Maggie are assaulted by a hidden man who escapes in the chaos, all as a bloodied Joe Pike watches from the shadows. Soon, Scott and Maggie find themselves targeted by that man, and, as their case intertwines with Elvis and Joe's, joining forces to follow the trail of the missing woman as well. From inner-city drug traffickers to a shadowy group of Afghan war veterans with ties to a terrorist cell, the people they encounter on that trail add up to ever-increasing odds, and soon the four of them are fighting to find the woman not only before she is killed...but before the same fate happens to one of them. Members Reviews: As a sequel it's weak It was more about the PI and much less about the cop and his dog. The narration was spot on!

An Unkindness of Ravens Audiobook by Ruth Rendell

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ruth Rendell) — Wed, 31 Aug 2011 09:57:49 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: An Unkindness of Ravens Subtitle: An Inspector Wexford Mystery Author: Ruth Rendell Narrator: Davina Porter Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 08-31-11 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 46 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Chief Inspector Wexford finds nothing unusual in the disappearance of Rodney Williams, a husband and father who likely has run off with another woman. But when the mans car and suitcase are discovered abandoned, can a body be far behind? Confounded by a string of violent stabbings, a strident schoolgirl clique, and the seemingly placid domesticity of his neighbors, Wexfords detective instincts must take flight in order to bring down a murderer. Members Reviews: Fascinating Plot Wonderful read for feminists. History of women's place in British Society revealed in a fascinating serial murder case. Powerful story that keeps the listener glued to book. Intricate murder mystery. This is a slow-paced, detail-oriented murder mystery with a lot of twists, turns, and dead ends. It's a bit "dated", so if you are interested in up-to-date, technological procedurals with current cultural references, this may not be your cup of tea. That said, it is interesting, well-written, and has good characterizations. The narrator does a good job with the different character voices. The ending ties up the loose ends a bit too abruptly for me, but maybe that's just the "twistiness" of the story itself.

Murder of a Needled Knitter Audiobook by Denise Swanson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Denise Swanson) — Tue, 02 Sep 2014 04:14:07 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Murder of a Needled Knitter Subtitle: A Scumble River Mystery, Book 17 Author: Denise Swanson Narrator: Christine Leto Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 09-02-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 217 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: School psychologist Skye Denison has been waiting forever for her happily-ever-after with police chief Wally Boyd. But her bliss threatens to unravel on the very first day of their luxurious honeymoon cruise, when Skye becomes convinced that she has glimpsed her mother on board! Surely even momzilla May wouldn't have manipulated Wally into booking the same trip that her knitting group is taking...or would she? May's possible presence can't cool Skye and Wally's ardor on their personal Love Boat, but discovering knitting expert Guinevere Stallings as she lies dying from a stab wound leaves them untangling the clues of yet another murder investigation rather than getting tangled in the sheets. Since Skye found the body, she's considered a top suspect, but she's far from the only one. Guinevere's imperious ways needled nearly everyone, and she left an impressive number of enemies. It's up to the crafty newlyweds to figure out which of the wronged parties was angry enough to cast Guinevere off...permanently. Members Reviews: Murderous Honeymoon Skye can't get away from murder, not even on her honeymoon. This is a very enjoyable addition to the series. the cruise I think I liked this book most of all because May played a major part in this book, and this time her character wasn't always just bugging Sky but she was actually with the group in trying to solve the murder. I think Sky and Trixie make a cool couple this is not their first mystery to try and solve, but with added spouses it made the book more interesting because you got to see more of the personalities for Jed and Owen. This book did have me glued. I couldn't put my phone down to stop listening. This was the first time I was so unsure of who the murder was, but I enjoyed going along the journey with them in solving the murder. The one part of the book that had me nervous was when sky got stabbed and I really thought she was hurt very bad. Overall great book, there are 2 more books left in this series and I am very curious to see how they end. Fantastic Loved this audiobook. The narration was outstanding and the plot devine. Can't wait for the next book. Oops She Did It Again! Skye and Wally finally get to go on their honeymoon but of course they are not on board without family, friends and a murder to solve!! While being stalked by the killer on the islands their cruise ship stops at, they still manage to have some fun with their friends and Skye and Trixie get some fabulous batik fabric shopping in! Made me drool over the beautiful descriptions of the fabric - I am a fabriholic, so of course I would love to take a cruise and go shopping there! Will they all put their heads together and figure out the killer, or will May be hauled off to be questioned by the FBI when they get back to the US? Read it and see....you will love it!! Enjoyable Cozy Mystery! I cant imagine anything worse than going on your honeymoon with your MOTHER! Okay maybe going on your honey with a murderer on the same cruise ship! Well in Skye Denison-Boyds latest adventure she has both on her honeymoon. Her mother is on the same cruise ship as Skye and Wally and there is also a murderer on board. I liked Denise Swansons new book for a number of reasons. Firstly I love Scumble River and Skye and Wally.

Red Sky, Red Dragonfly Audiobook by John Galligan

biacuaduc@gmail.com (John Galligan) — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 03:32:51 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Red Sky, Red Dragonfly Author: John Galligan Narrator: Fleet Cooper Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 10-10-12 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: A young American teacher disappears in small-town Japan. The next teacher, an older man on the run from his troubled life must find out the truth. Members Reviews: They are not Us This view into an isolated Japanese village and introduction to the deepest thoughts, desires and motives of the residents after the murder of the beloved english teacher is worth reading for cultural insight alone. Add to that, the arrival of Mr. Tommy, the new english teacher, escaping some cultural confusion of his own. He battles, not what is said in the language he barely understands, but what is left unsaid, the harsh winter climate, and the struggling local factions which resulted in the death of his predecessor. This is not the picture of Japan or Japanese culture you have in mind, but it is an image you can't put down. Excellent story, superb storytelling I bought this Kindle edition under the $1.99 special deal. It is easily the best "low cost" Kindle book I have ever read. The story weaves together a set of truly interesting, often greatly troubled, characters into a tale to which most adults can relate. In the end, there is redemption for three of the key characters, if not in their direct effect on the outcome of the tale, at least in the reader's understanding of their motivations. Highly recommended. Layered I think one of the best things you can say about any book is that you canât think of another one like it. Thatâs the case with "Red Sky, Red Dragonfly." The cool but colorful writing style, the intercontinental story, the unsentimental portraits of a wide variety of characters, and the ever-growing realization of how well Galligan has layered the work, flailing hockey sticks in one country echoing the flying kendo sticks in another. I was already a fan of Galliganâs work, having enjoyed three mysteries in his fly fishing series featuring trout bum Ned âThe Dogâ Oglivie. (Check them out.) Galligan brings the same dry-eyed writing style to "Red Sky," a sprawling story that doesnât lend itself to easy synopsis. In his âmysteries,â a novel is prone to pop out. In Red Sky (âa novel byââ) a mystery (no surprise) lies at the core. From the back cover: âWhen a young American teacher disappears in small-town Japan, the next teacher, an older man on the run from his troubled life, must find out the truth. Told from multiple viewpoints, Red Sky, Red Dragonfly explores the perilous attraction between men and women of different cultures, and the position of the white man in the new century.â I couldnât do much better than that, except urge readers to stick with Galligan as he moves back and forth from Japan to the United States and also back and forward in time. As with the âKnotâ series, Galligan is not a big believer in holding the readerâs hand. Heâs fine to let his main character chill for a bit while he work on another corner of the canvas. The pieces appear disconnected at first and then the bigger picture comes slowly into focus as each character comes around and their role in the tale becomes apparent. We first meet Tommy Morrison coming into Japan. Heâs got hockey in his background, a troubled marriage at home in the United States. Then we meet high school student Miwa Sato after calculus class in the town of Kitayama.

Blood Rush Audiobook by Helen Black

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Helen Black) — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 00:09:35 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Blood Rush Author: Helen Black Narrator: Imogen Church Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 02-07-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Would you commit murder, just to fit in? The UK is gripped by the threat of gang violence - the media is building on that hysteria, convincing us that knife crime is rife and the streets are flooded with guns and drugs. So when a member of a notorious girl gang is charged with a brutal murder, sympathy is in short supply. Enter Lilly Valentine, a tough talking lawyer who is never prepared to take things at face value and is determined to uncover the truth, whatever the cost. A gripping crime novel that will force every listener to reassess what they think they know about society and gang culture. About the author: Helen grew up in Pontefract, West Yorkshire. At 18 she went to Hull University and left three years later with a tattoo on her shoulder and a law degree. She became a lawyer in Peckham and soon had a loyal following of teenagers needing legal advice and bus fares. She ended up working in Luton, working predominantly for children going through the care system. Critic Reviews: "A dark and gripping read that will have you on the edge of your seat" (Closer magazine) Members Reviews: Intriguing story read by my favorite narrator. Would you consider the audio edition of Blood Rush to be better than the print version? I have not read the print version; but since Imogen Church narrates the audio, nothing could be better. I discovered Helen Black because Imogen Church does the narration. I am addicted to Imogen Church, and I love thrillers, so I search for thrillers narrated by her. This was a good find. What was one of the most memorable moments of Blood Rush? Maybe the scene in the crack house? This was a very atmospheric, scene heavy novel, so there were many. What does Imogen Church bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Thanks for giving me a chance to rhapsodize about my favorite narrator! She is able to embody each character with their unique voice, without drawing attention to the transition. Her velvety voice draws one inside the story, and is never distracting in itself. Her timing is always flawless. I find it very difficult to wean myself off of Imogen Church when I want to listen to a book narrated by someone else. I have listened to four Imogen Church narrations in a row. My definition of bliss is to be read aloud to by Imogen Church. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? Sorry, it would be a spoiler. Any additional comments? This is a fascinating glimpse inside the world of girl gangs, poverty and adolescent angst. I would give no stars if possible I hated this from the minute I started listening - the gang fight - the awful speech - etc. but when I got to the part where the heroine/solicitor was not capable of keeping staff because she was so untidy and disorganised - and then when we caught her trying to make a 360 degree circuit/twirl on her secretary's office chair, I really decide that I had better things to do. I bought this based on quite good reviews - but my goodness, I found it abysmal in both characters AND writing. Not a book I would recommend What would have made Blood Rush better? Difficult to say.

The Wood Beyond Audiobook by Reginald Hill

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Reginald Hill) — Tue, 24 Feb 2015 08:28:50 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Wood Beyond Subtitle: Dalziel and Pascoe, Book 15 Author: Reginald Hill Narrator: Jonathan Keeble Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 02-24-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 78 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: A ravaged wood, a man in uniform long dead - this is not a World War One battlefield but Wanwood House, a pharmaceutical research centre. Peter Pascoe attends his grandmothers funeral, and scattering her ashes leads him, too, into war-torn woods in search of his great-grandfather, who fought and died in Passchendaele. Seeing the wood for the trees is the problem for Andy Dalziel when he finds himself fancying an animal rights activist depite her possible complicity in a murderous assault and her appalling taste in whisky. A mind-bending puzzle leading us on the wild side of the pastoral. Members Reviews: Probably the worst Dalziel Pascoe Book I have read and/or listened to all the Dalziel Pascoe books over and over. I had read The Wood Beyond just once, and wondered when I saw it offered on Audible, why I never picked it up again. Having listened to this audio version, now I know why. Its slow, not at all exciting, and most of the book is spent on Peter Pascoe's family history. It seems that the current narrator of the Dalziel and Pascoe series, Jonathan Keeble, is here to stay. He is fine, but just fine. He does a good Andy, Peter and Weildy. But his womens' voices are truly awful. Hope they bring back Shaun Dooley or Colin Buchanan. They are outstanding. I can't count how many times I have listened to the Dalziel/Pascoe books they narrate. If you are a fan of this great series, you can skip this book and not miss a thing. Perfect recipe for mystery In my favorite novels, there is a mixture of past and present, good and bad, anticipation and satisfaction. Reginald Hill has such a deft touch. His books are never too salty sweet, or bitter--but just a delicious mélange that keeps me coming back for another banquet! Reginald Hill in fine form. What did you love best about The Wood Beyond? The level of detail that Reg Hill imparts is truly impressive. All the characters are well developed - you are invested right from the start. What did you like best about this story? The back drop of the Pascoe family history. Which character as performed by Jonathan Keeble was your favorite? Keeble does a masterful job with all the characters but I guess I enjoy his Peter Pascoe the most. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? If I had the time - yes D and P always a delight the narrator is very good and brings familiar characters to life. as usual Reginald Hill's facility with dialogue makes the plot almost irrelevant. wonderful use of language. His regionalisms, combine with historical and literary references to make a challenging and compelling read. I always wonder how many times I miss his nods to other authors or past events. Slow start - great finish Really slow to get going but really worth the effort to keep listening. Lots of twists in the plot right to last few minutes! Excellent narration with good clef distinctive characters.

The Final Arrangement Audiobook by Annie Adams

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Annie Adams) — Mon, 13 Apr 2015 06:28:19 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Final Arrangement Subtitle: Flower Shop Mystery, Book 1 Author: Annie Adams Narrator: Elan O'Connor Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 04-13-15 Publisher: Annie Whittaker Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 30 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: The Vulture is dead. The body of Quincy McKay's nemesis and biggest competitor in the floral business has just been discovered in a casket at the mortuary, complete with flowers on the lid. Derrick Gibbons, aka The Vulture, stole all of Quincy's funeral business, and now she's on a mission to get it back. But there's a problem - Quincy is now the main suspect in The Vulture's murder. Armed with only her Zombie delivery van, good intentions, and the business card of a handsome cop named Alex, she must find the killer, save the flower shop, and keep from ending up in the next casket. If she can dodge burning bushes, the plague of a polygamist ex, and her mother's Mormon Mafia Spy Network, her life with Alex and her shop could become the perfect arrangement. Members Reviews: Disappointing There was simply too much going on in this book. The reader is inaundated with the lead character's opinion on Mormans and her trust issues with men. The reader is told about her past with domestic violence but instead of making Quincy endearing it makes her annoying because of her behavior. Quincy acts without thinking and maes horrible decisions. Her character remained flat and unlikable throughout the book. The plot fell short in that there wasn't very much investigation done by Quincy. There were few clues to develep the mystery which made the story boring. I forced myself to finish this book because I had nothing else to listen to. I wouldn't recommend it. A fun new series An enjoyable new mystery series. I like that the author brought in culturally relevant ideas and themes into the plot, characters, and setting! FUN!! get ready to laugh! Would you listen to The Final Arrangement again? Why? I would listen again for the FUN of it. There are great characters, situations, mysteries and the world! I laughed out loud, snorted my drink, giggled and reminisced. What did you like best about this story? I love the humor. What about Elan O'Connors performance did you like? I love her noises, laughs and sighs like a real person makes, not just saying, "and she laughed" or "with a sigh" it made the story more real for me. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? both Any additional comments? I was going to get book 2. Until I saw there was no narration. Now I'll wait and see if Elan O'Connor narrates book 2, otherwise forget it. Interesting twists and a couple of U turns Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not? The book is a good listen when able to stay focused and in tune. Driving to and from work for say a 15 minute commute doesn't work with this book. Long chapters What aspect of Elan O'Connors performance would you have changed? her voice is a bit annoying at times when she assumes different characters - I got confused a few times on who was talking and to whom... Did The Final Arrangement inspire you to do anything? I finished the book and l looked to see if there are any more in the series. Alas not at this time.

The Ghost Walker Audiobook by Margaret Coel

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Margaret Coel) — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 09:17:56 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Ghost Walker Subtitle: Arapaho Indian Mysteries Author: Margaret Coel Narrator: Stephanie Brush Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 04-04-08 Publisher: Books in Motion Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 61 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Father John O'Malley discovers a frozen body on the Arapaho Reservation, a corpse that later disappears. O'Malley and Vicky Holden draw upon ancient traditions to stop the murderer. Investigate another . ©1996 Margaret Coel; (P)2005 Books in Motion Critic Reviews: "A host of fine characters: the recovering alcoholic priest whose Jesuit logic often yields to his own weaknesses...and an Arapaho professional woman caught between white and Indian worlds." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: Another Great Wind River Reservation Story In the headline of my review of the first Wind River book, I made a typo (hello, proofreading!) - I meant to say "Escape TO the Wind River Reservation". So, I'm here to make amends and recommend "The Ghost Walker" as well. This is a series that deserves attention. They have an appeal that evokes the great Tony Hillerman's Navajo stories, with their well-drawn characters and love for the bleak landscapes of the reservation. I think you'll like getting to know the people in these books, and you'll find lots of interesting detail about life on the reservation.

Lost Cause Audiobook by JL Simpson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (JL Simpson) — Thu, 20 Oct 2016 06:44:16 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Lost Cause Subtitle: A Daisy Dunlop Mystery, Book 1 Author: JL Simpson Narrator: Mary Phillips Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 10-20-16 Publisher: Kemah Bay Marketing LLC Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Daisy Dunlop thinks "heir hunting" is a perfect career. Too bad she has to work with her husband's best mate, Irish PI Solomon Liffey. They've barely spoken since he took her husband Paul's request to keep her safe far too literally and handcuffed her to the kitchen sink. Solomon has no interest in babysitting a new partner, especially this one. The woman's a bleedin' liability. She has no concept of danger and could flirt for England at the next Olympics. As if that isn't bad enough, she has a habit of sticking her nose where it's not wanted, including into Solomon's very private life. Determined to keep Daisy safely out of his way, Solomon sets her the task of finding a missing lord. Her investigations land her in the middle of his case. Bullets fly, bombs explode, and the body count rises. When Solomon goes missing, the tables are turned. Now it's his life that is in Daisy's hands, and she has two missing men to find before it's too late. Members Reviews: Fun amatuer mystery The audiobook narrator was a perfect fit for this story. I enjoyed the cosy mystery/amateur detective/light and fun feel. It was refreshing to read a story that focussed on the mystery and didn't get complicated by a romance thread. I kept expecting it to turn romantic, which would have disappointed me as the heroine claimed to be happily married. Thankfully, she remained happily married to the end, though got herself caught up in all manner of problems on the way. Fun Book! Any additional comments? This is a great book; this is the first book in the Daisy Dunlop series written by JL Simpson and narrated by Mary Phillips. British female sleuth, Daisy Dunlop, thinks "heir hunting" is her dream job. Too bad she has to work with her worst nightmare, private investigator Solomon Liffey. They've barely spoken since he took her husband's request to keep her safe far too literally and handcuffed her to the kitchen sink. Solomon has no interest in babysitting a new partner, especially this one. The woman's a bleedin' liability. She has no concept of danger and could flirt for England at the next Olympics. As if that isn't bad enough, she has a habit of sticking her nose in where it's not wanted, including into Solomon's very private life. Determined to keep Daisy safely out the way, Solomon sets her the task of finding a missing person. Her investigations land her in the middle of his case. Bullets fly, bombs explode, and the number of murder victims keeps rising. When Solomon goes missing, the tables are turned. Now his life is in Daisy's hands. The narrator Mary Phillips did a wonderful job with this book. She did a great job with the different voices of each character in this book. It was very easy to listen to and I didnt want to stop listening until the end. If you are looking for a great book with well-developed characters then you need to listen to this book. I am looking forward to listening to the next book by this author and narrator. I voluntarily reviewed an advanced readers copy of this book. The free book held no determination on my personal review. An interesting read full of mystery and humor I received this audio for the return of a honest review. At first, it was difficult to 'get into the book' as it seemed to drag on in the beginning.

The Next Time You See Me Audiobook by Holly Goddard Jones

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Holly Goddard Jones) — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 10:27:28 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Next Time You See Me Author: Holly Goddard Jones Narrator: Cassandra Campbell Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 02-12-13 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 324 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: A debut novel by award-winning author Holly Goddard Jones, about the people surprisingly connected to the discovery of a dead womans body in a small town. Thirteen-year-old Emily Houchens doesn't have many friends. She finds more comfort playing make-believe in the woods near her house in Roma, Kentucky, than with her classmates, who find her strange and awkward. When she happens upon a dead body hidden in the woods one day, she decides not to tell anyone about her discoverya choice that begins to haunt her. Susanna Mitchell has always been a good girl, the dutiful daughter and wife. While her older sister Ronnie trolled bars for men and often drove home at sunrise, Susanna kept a neat house, a respectable job, and a young daughter. But when Ronnie goes missing and Susanna realizes that shes the only person in Roma who truly cares about her sisters fate, she starts to question her quiet life and its value. The Next Time You See Me is the story of how one womans disappearance exposes the ambitions, prejudices, and anxieties of a small southern town and its residents, who are all connected, sometimes in unexpected ways: Emily; Susanna; Tony, a failed baseball star turned detective, aspiring to be the countys first black sheriff; and Wyatt, a 55-year-old factory worker tormented by a past he cant change and by a love he doesnt think he deserves. Their stories converge in a violent climax that reveals not just the mystery of what happened to Ronnie but all of their secret selves. Editorial Reviews: Editors Select, February 2013 - I agree with Gillian Flynn about Holly Goddard Jones mystery debut. Astoundingly good, it sucked me into both its small-town world and into the lives of its not particularly likeable-yet-nevertheless-sympathetic characters. Ill be interested to see how narrator Cassandra Campbell gives voice to its three protagonists, who each take turns in revealing the mystery (and their secrets) from their own point of view. Diana M., Audible Editor Critic Reviews: "The residents of a small Kentucky town react to the disappearance of a local woman in this first novel by short-story writer Jones. [The author] builds intense tension surrounding the choices her flawed but compellingly sympathetic characters make as they fight against lonely isolation within the tight confines of small-town America." ( Kirkus Reviews) Members Reviews: Fascinating Characters - Great Book! The Next Time You See Me is an outstanding example of a well-crafted character driven novel. The plot centers on the mysterious disappearance of one of the residents of a small town, Roma Kentucky, and is sufficiently interesting to keep the narrative moving. But the plot in this book primarily serves as a means to intertwine the lives a large disparate group of people and bring each of them to a crossroads in his or her personal development. Solving the mystery of the disappearance of Ronnie creates the action, but the real secrets in this novel are hidden in the cast of intriguing characters that populate the town and the pages of the book. Goddard Jones begins the big reveal from the first page, but manages to sustain the suspense of each character almost to the end of the novel with amazing pacing. She is always pulling back just enough layers through each chapter to keep the reader's interest piqued until all the story lines of the characters converge at the end of the novel.

Last Diner Standing Audiobook by Terri L. Austin

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Terri L. Austin) — Fri, 18 Oct 2013 10:43:25 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Last Diner Standing Subtitle: A Rose Strickland Mystery Author: Terri L. Austin Narrator: Luci Christian Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 10-18-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 76 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Rose Strickland is having a blue Christmas. Her friend is arrested for attempted murder, her sexy bad guy crush is marked by a hit man, and her boss is locked in an epic smackdown with a rival diner. Determined to save those she loves, Rose embarks on an investigation more tangled than a box of last year's tree lights. With her eclectic gang at the ready, Rose stumbles across dead bodies, ex-cons, chop shops, jealous girlfriends, jilted lovers, and a gaggle of strippers in a battle for freedom she might not survive. Members Reviews: Rose and the Bad Boy What made the experience of listening to Last Diner Standing the most enjoyable? The narration remained excellent with a low key yet polished use of nuance and expression. As the second entry in the series, it also had more time to develop a storyline beyond merely introducing the large, diverse case of supporting characters. Each of the cast of characters appears to have a niche and how the author weaves a story that allows the characters to all "do their own thing" is quite remarkable. If you enjoyed the first Rose Strickland mystery you will enjoy this even more. Who was your favorite character and why? Henry, the bodyguard and chef, as one of my sons is well on his way to becoming just like him. I also feel a lot of empathy for Jacks, the people pleaser stuck with Rose for a younger sister. What does Luci Christian bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? The narrator managers to help keep everything moving forward and avoids building tension in this story which must be a comedy as much as a mystery. If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be? You have to be the tree! Unarmed and dangerous in a comedy zone Any additional comments? Excellent use of a credit. love this series! the sequel was great! I hope there are many more books to come! the author and narrator are a good pair. I could not stop reading I really love the characters in this series and the action just keep moving. The only disappointment was that the heroine did not figure out who did it it just sort of popped into the story and didn't make sense Loved It Great book! I hate to read the last one because I am loving it so much love the story but bad narrator I really enjoy this series but the narrator does not fit. I would not purchase any additional books in series unless a different person read

Apocalypse Island Audiobook by Mark Edward Hall

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mark Edward Hall) — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 07:22:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Apocalypse Island Author: Mark Edward Hall Narrator: Andrew Troth Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 12-12-12 Publisher: Mark Edward Hall Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 63 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: A small Maine city has turned into a killing ground. Is it a serial killer, someone with a penchant for the macabre and a need to destroy? Or is it a darker force, an ancient legend from a mysterious Island come ashore to wreak havoc upon the unsuspecting? Amid the backdrop of Portlands burgeoning night scene, Police Lieutenant Rick Jennings discovers that no one is safe, and that evil has many faces. Extended Description: Danny Wolf, a gifted musician with alcohol problems is witnessing brutal murder in his dreams. Someone is carving a cross on each of the young female victims before crucifying them. Newly released from prison for a crime he did not commit, Wolf is having trouble adjusting to civilian life. He believes the dreams are a symptom of his adjustment until he discovers that they are real and that the victims are his own groupies. He soon begins to doubt his sanity. Could he be a homicidal madman? Wolf has no memory of his early childhood but discovers that he spent his first eight years in a Catholic orphanage on a mysterious island off the coast of Maine. Is it possible that his early life and the murders are somehow connected? Soon the killings become more bold and gruesome, as members of the church begin to die. Enter Police Lieutenant Rick Jennings and his young assistant Laura Higgins. They discover a government conspiracy involving the Catholic Church, and a cold war CIA mind control program known as MK-Ultra where children were used as test subjects. Danny Wolf becomes the number one suspect in the murders, but no one, not even Wolf, is prepared for what they discover on Apocalypse Island, a mind blowing secret that was supposed to stay hidden forever. Apocalypse Island is a fast-paced thriller that will keep you guessing until the shocking conclusion. Critic Reviews: Mark Edward Hall writes like a master. Stephen King, yes, but also like Stoker, Poe, and Bradbury, yeah, even Shakespeare...all those good guys weveforgotten. His prose is hypnotic and seductive, visceral, and edgy. Hes the real thing. (Kiana Davenport, New York Times Bestselling Author of Cannibal Nights and House of Skin) Poetic and eerily seductive, Hall pushes you to the edge, until you get lost in the beautiful madness of his creations. ( Midwest Book Review) Hall has an uncanny knack for blending vivid, almost poetic prose with visceral images of jaw-dropping horror to great effect. (Bram Stoker AwardWinning Editor, Vince Liaguno) Members Reviews: Great story idea, character dialogue is stilted The idea of the story is very good but the dialogue between characters in the book seems a little stilted. I just can't imagine people in the real world talking to each other like that. Also, there seems to be some production quality issues early on in the recording. I swear I can hear some background noises like pages being turned in the first hour. Despite all that this was a very enjoyable listen. While listening I kept imagining this book as a movie like The Crow. I look forward to listening to some other Mark Edward Hall books. Awesome story Excellent plot, suspense and narration. The characters were very well developed and the story was very well designed. Highly recommend! Good Story, just took a minute to understand it Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? Yes I would recommend this book.

The Forgotten Girls Audiobook by Owen Laukkanen

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Owen Laukkanen) — Tue, 14 Mar 2017 08:46:38 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Forgotten Girls Subtitle: Stevens and Windermere, Book 6 Author: Owen Laukkanen Narrator: Edoardo Ballerini Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 03-14-17 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 25 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: They are the victims no one has ever cared about - until now. Agents Stevens and Windermere return in the blistering new crime novel from the fast-rising, multi-award-nominated suspense star. She was a forgotten girl, a runaway found murdered on the High Line train through the northern Rocky Mountains and, with little local interest, put into a dead file. Only, she was not alone. When Kirk Stevens and Carla Windermere of the joint FBI-BCA violent crime force stumble upon the case, they discover a horror far greater than anyone expected - a string of murders on the High Line, all of them young women drifters whom no one would notice. But someone has noticed now. Through the bleak midwinter and a frontier land of forbidding geography, Stevens and Windermere follow a frustratingly light trail of clues - and where it ends, even they will be shocked. Members Reviews: Terrific. Windemere and Stevens are great together This is the sixth book in this series, and it actually does keep getting better. We get to know both of these people as partners and as individuals, and their teamwork when it comes to solving tough cases is just delightful. Carla is voluble and Kirk is calm, like many of us good, solid mid-Westerners. We don't get ruffled all that easily. We get pulled into the story of yet another serial murderer (why has this become such a gigantic thing lately?) who works the High Line, which is a series of freight trains that speed up and down the rails along the northwestern states of the country. Kids who are kinda lost have begun jumping these trains and riding them back and forth across the coldest climes in the country. Needless to say, there are dangers of all sorts attendant on this kind of hoboish behavior. The girls are at the worst risk. A killer begins stalking them and then killing them, and he racks up quite a scorecard before Windemere and Stevens start getting close to him. Possibly the greatest pleasure for me in this series is the narration of Edoardo Ballerini. I just love this guy. He is so easy to listen to; he never slips up, and he seems to be very calmly in command of his extraordinary talent at all times, no matter how frantic the action becomes. I would listen to him read almost anything, although maybe not the proverbial NYC phone book (isn't that an anachronism by now? Aren't all phone books now subsumed under the web?). Anyway, I digress. Duh. The plot holds you very tightly, and there are many moments when you truly believe that the villain has the upper hand (he truly does at several points). But Carla and Kirk come through in the end, as of course you knew that they would, or else how would there be more books in the serial? As far as I am concerned, Messrs. Laukkenan and Ballerini could well continue to weave these fine stories for years and years into the future. I will be happy indeed to surrender my credits to them, and to Audible. Bravo! Encore! Laukkanen writes a good series made better by Ballerini I have enjoyed all of the Windermere and Stevens series. Edoardo Ballerini's stellar narration just makes them that much better. This book is a police procedural that does not involve super human scenes. It is just a believable story of crime and suspense and a mad man who wants to murder beautiful women because he believes he's been wronged by all beautiful women he has ever tried to spend time with.

Dead Girl Walking Audiobook by Chris Brookmyre

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Chris Brookmyre) — Thu, 29 Jan 2015 22:32:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dead Girl Walking Author: Chris Brookmyre Narrator: Angus King, Kate Bracken Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 01-29-15 Publisher: Whole Story Audiobooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Famous, beautiful, and talented, Heike Gunn has the world at her feet. Then one day she simply vanishes. Jack Parlabane has lost everything. A call from an old friend offers a chance for redemption--but only if he can find out what happened to Heike. From Berlin to Barcelona, from the streets of Milan to remote Scottish islands, Parlabane must find out what happened before it's too late, all while the walls are closing in... Critic Reviews: "Chilling, compellingBrookmyre is unique." (Mark Billingham) "A strident blast of the trumpet to wake up crime fiction readers everywhere." (Val McDermid) Members Reviews: Brookmyre rules. You may miss some of his earlier over the top humour, but the more serious Chris B is an increasingly accomplished writer of really good thrillers. Well plotted, well read. Highly recommended. New style Brookmyre with familiar faces. Good Book Would you listen to Dead Girl Walking again? Why? No, it's a mystery and I know the outcome. Saying that, the characters are richly portrayed in true Chris Brookmyre style and I genuinely enjoyed the journey. Would you recommend Dead Girl Walking to your friends? Why or why not? Yes and no. If my friend liked 'Bedlam' or 'Pandaemonium' (which I did not like at all), I'd tell them to stay away. If they liked the Jasmine Sharpe books, I think that this might be closer to their taste, it's a clever mystery with a bit of familiar Parlabane humour mixed in - which I think really suits the author's style and I'm looking forward to his next effort hugely as a result. Any additional comments? I've been disappointed by Brookmyre's previous 5 books and I've not been enraptured by one since 'A Snowball in Hell' if I'm honest. This was a half-way house between a Parlabane novel of old and a Jasmine Sharpe mystery (it even shares a few characters later on). I liked the balance, it felt like a more natural fit for the author and characters. A definite return to form in my humble opinion, I will start to watch for more new releases by Chris Brookmyre as a result. Very intriguing thriller This was my first introduction to Brookmyre and very different to my usual reading but gripped me from start to finish while causing me to laugh out loud from time to time. Brookmyre now high on my reading list New style Brookmyre Fewer profanities, less comedy. A good enough story but I think I preferred the old Christopher Brookmyre. Nothing unique about this book. Great Story Would you listen to Dead Girl Walking again? Why? I love Chris Brookmyre's books as his stories develop gradually and he clearly enjoys writing about his key characters. In this one Jack Parlabane is back, almost as a broken man, having lost everything. However, Jack's not really broken - just far more cynical and with less to lose! The narration is great too! Who was your favorite character and why? Jack Parlabane of course - the book's main, highly cynical character! What does Angus King and Kate Bracken bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you had only read the book? The use of 2 narrators to read the main female and male parts works really well in this book as it's written from 2 different perspectives, flitting between both in turn.

Forget Me Knot Audiobook by Mary Marks

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mary Marks) — Mon, 14 Jul 2014 20:10:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Forget Me Knot Author: Mary Marks Narrator: Dara Rosenberg Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 07-14-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 66 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Welcome to San Fernando Valley, California, where Martha Rose and her coterie of quilters are enjoying life on the good side of retirement - until murder pulls a stitch out of their plans Martha and her besties Lucy and Birdie are set to expand their Quilty Tuesdays by inviting newcomer Claire Terry into their group. Though at forty Claire's a tad younger than their average age, her crafty reputation could perk up their patchwork proceedings, especially as they prepare for the fancy quilt show coming to town. But when they arrive at Claire's home and find her dead inside the front door, and her exquisite, prize-winning quilts soon missing, Martha is not one to leave a mystery unraveled. Especially if she wants to stop a killer from establishing a deadly pattern Members Reviews: Terrible On So Many Levels First the narration was childish and whiny. The female characters were supposed to be in the 55-70 year old age group but the narrator sounded like she was about 12 years old. Plus--what's going on here--is 60 the new 90?? Sixty isn't old enough to have the driving difficulties and elderly issues the story encompasses. These unlikable, catty women seemed to fit better into the mid to late 80's or even 90's age set not 55! Ridiculous. Bad body image , couldn't finish I was offended by the constant body shaming comments. The main character appears to be the author's idea of what size 16 women are like. (Even though the average American woman is a size 14). It seemed every few pages there was something "fat" people can't do or she was eating, always unhealthy food. The mystery wasn't interesting enough to overcome the fat shaming occurring I the book. I had to stop listening. The author had done some research on quilting and wilt shows. However, as this book was probably intended to appeal to quilters, a bit more should have been included. I understand not wanting to bog the reader down in details, but saying there are only pieced and appliqué quilts and inferring that all quilts are judged I'm only those two categories is quite incorrect. OK Not bad overall, story was OK and an interesting idea. Could have done without the political commentary. First audiobook liked it it was a cute book. You should read it. That lady is exactly what I'd expect an older lady crime solver to be. ruined by the reader I really liked the creative storyline and clever turns of phrase, but the reader trashed this otherwise good read by mispronouncing many simple words. "Mantilla" and "soupcon" come to mind. There was no literarary reason, just ignorance. And where was the director? It was like being ankle-bitten by a yappy little dog. Very annoying.

Icarus Audiobook by Deon Meyer

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Deon Meyer) — Thu, 27 Aug 2015 12:31:37 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Icarus Subtitle: Benny Griessel, Book 5 Author: Deon Meyer Narrator: Saul Reichlin Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 08-27-15 Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 27 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: A gripping new Benny Griessel thriller from one of the world's finest crime writers. When Captain Benny Griessel is called in to investigate a multiple homicide, it pushes him close to his breaking point. A former friend and detective colleague has shot his wife and two daughters then killed himself. Benny wants out - out of his job, his home, and his relationship with his singer girlfriend, Alexa. He moves into a hotel and starts drinking again. But his help is required to investigate a high-profile murder of a graphic designer and MD of a new tech start-up whose body was discovered buried in the sand dunes north of Cape Town. Can Benny pull together the strands of his life in time to catch the killer? Members Reviews: Gripping storyline, excellently narrated My husband and I are big Deon Meyer fans and opted to download this audiobook for a road trip. We were sceptical as to how the various accents would be portrayed but we were very impressed. I would highly recommend this book - Deon Meyer at his best. Saul Reichlin is THE best narrator for this series What did you love best about Icarus? Those South African accents and expressions, which are SO successfully performed by Saul Reichlin. He brings the characters to life, even larger than life. He brings the unique languages to life. Who was your favorite character and why? I don't have a favourite, I find myself equally attached to all of them, I guess because deon Meyer fleshes them each out with unique characteristics that help you to understand and imagine them, and to connect with them too. Meyer is very good at this indeed. Which character as performed by Saul Reichlin was your favorite? I don't have a favourite, and Reichlin is very good at giving all the characters a unique sound, so you never get confused about who's talking. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? Not an extreme reaction, but a constant appreciation for how well it was written and narrated. I've listened to the entire series and they're all fantastic when Reichlin narrates. Any additional comments? It's clear that Meyer does a lot of research when he writes his books. I always learn something, and you never get the sense that he's just making up convenient details. It all feels legit. And he provides wonderfully rich details about a characters quirks and strengths and weaknesses and other detail about them without waffling on with unnecessary and boring information. It's always entertaining. Incomplete story on audiobook The audio book with 50 chapters is not the complete book. Chapter 50 ends the audio book, with all loose ends: The du Toit son Paul, is diagnosed as psychopath by the school shrink, Griesel & the Hawks team are still in mid investigation and no closer to who or why the victim was murdered, etc. The audiobook of Icarus, is half a book, of 50 chapters.

Snatched Audiobook by Stephen Edger

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Stephen Edger) — Fri, 15 May 2015 07:11:43 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Snatched Author: Stephen Edger Narrator: Catherine O'Brien Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 29 mins Language: English Release date: 05-15-15 Publisher: Stephen Edger Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Approximately 150,000 children go missing in the UK every year. That's one child every three and a half minutes. Abduction: Every parent's worst nightmare: Seven-year-old Natalie Barrett is snatched while walking home from school on a Friday afternoon. The police begin a desperate hunt to find her before it is too late. They fear the worst when a body is located near a golf course. The fallout: Sarah Jenson is Natalie's teacher. When one of the detectives on the case is suddenly killed, Sarah believes the events may be linked and begins to search for answers. With suspects stacking up, she is in a race against time to discover the true identity of the perpetrator before Natalie winds up as another statistic. Unanswered questions: Where were Natalie's parents when they should have been collecting her? Why was Natalie so scared of her uncle Jimmy? Could a convicted sexual offender from Sarah's past be involved? Children not found within the first 72 hours rarely return home alive. Sarah knows the clock is ticking.... Abduction, terror, suspense, and sorrow: Snatched is a breathtaking British crime thriller set in Southampton. Members Reviews: I only listened to the first 15 minutes or so I did not get far into the book before realizing that 2 of the main characters were in a homosexual relationship. Although this country has been effective in pushing this down our throats calling it hate speech if we do not welcome it with open arms, I am a Christian and it is Gods word that this behavior is a abomination, I really don't care what your sexual preferences are as that is between you and God. But when purchasing a book there is always a list of things for example this book might not be appropriate for younger readers, I think before we spend our money on books that we should be told that there is homosexual content. I know that our country has fallen into a place I no longer recognize the bible says in the last days what is right will become wrong and what is wrong will become right, we still have freedom of speech in this country and I condemn no one for there sexual preferences, all I ask is that it is put in the info about who this book might not be right for. Interesting read What did you like most about Snatched? The story was very well put together. What did you like best about this story? I enjoyed that it wasn't just about a copper trying to solve the case. It involved the teacher just as much. Have you listened to any of Catherine O'Briens other performances? How does this one compare? This is the first audio i have listened to narrated by Catherine. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? I listened over a 12 hour period with stopping occasionally. easy to listen to in one sitting time allowing. Any additional comments? Well having recently enjoyed a few other Audio books, I was thrilled when Stephen allowed me copy of this to review. I listened to this over one night shift at work. working nights can be long, and quiet, so this really kept me going. And it wasn't just he audio aspect of this book I enjoyed, the story line was really quite good. We start off this story with 7 year old Natalie, not being picked up from school in time, and then goes missing. This has got to be every parents worst nightmare. One of the last people to see her, was her teacher Sarah Jenson.

Lickety-Split Audiobook by Mary Kay Andrews, Kathy Hogan Trocheck

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mary Kay Andrews) — Thu, 03 Jul 2014 04:35:06 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Lickety-Split Subtitle: Truman Kicklighter Mysteries Author: Mary Kay Andrews, Kathy Hogan Trocheck Narrator: Chris Kayser Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 07-03-14 Publisher: Stuart Krichevsky Literary Agency, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 14 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: In his prime, spry senior Truman Kicklighter had been a first-rate reporter for the Associated Press. But not even the hottest story from his newshound days can rival the recent goings-on at the sleepy Fountain of Youth Residential Hotel in St. Petersburg, Florida. Members Reviews: Slow This book wasnt for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more? I Love Mary Kay Andrews books but I couldn't get into this one. It's nothing like her other books. I want more Callahan Garrity! Would you ever listen to anything by Mary Kay Andrews and Kathy Hogan Trocheck again? Mary Kay Andrews yes...Kathy Hogan Trocheck NO! somewhat dull not as good as her other books. but still somewhat interesting...as a die hard fan i figured if give it a try. dont think ill get the second in this series

Murder of a Sleeping Beauty Audiobook by Denise Swanson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Denise Swanson) — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 19:47:39 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Murder of a Sleeping Beauty Subtitle: A Scumble River Mystery, Book 3 Author: Denise Swanson Narrator: Christine Leto Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 01-15-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 237 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: When school psychologist Skye Denison investigates the death of a popular teenager who was cast as Sleeping Beauty in the school play, she uncovers some shocking revelations about prominent Scumble River citizens. And even ever-optimistic Skye knows that in this case, finding the killer won't end this tale happily-end-after.... Members Reviews: A page Turner on to the next Scumble River Mystery Would you consider the audio edition of Murder of a Sleeping Beauty to be better than the print version? Have not read a book for some time since signing up to Audible. Still love the feel of books but I have my phone and book with me all the time Great for a busy life. Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How? Yes this did. Sort of had an idea but the twists and turns kept me really interested and love the reader. Will look for other books she reads. Which character as performed by Christine Leto was your favorite? Main Character Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? Just kept up my interest Any additional comments? Have read three more following and plan to start with the first Scumble River least expected wow this book touches me, I think mostly because it dealt with kids and the things that they go through while growing up and in school.. you never know how a person feels on the inside they may look like they have it all together on the outside but they are screaming on the inside.. the same goes for parents and the whole family.. this whole family looked perfect on the outside but had more sadness, and struggle than anyone else in town.. I'm ready for book 4. Like this Series Despite Stereotypical Characters I enjoyed this third installment of the Scumble River Mysteries. I find Skye likable and entertaining, even if her taste in men is terrible. The mystery remains when Skye will fix her love life. In this book we encounter lots of self centered people, high school cheerleaders and beauty pageant contestants. I think I would have preferred more three dimensional characters. I mean does every single popular kid have to be mean, weight obsessed, completely shallow and basically indistinguishable from each other? Skye manages to be much more sympathetic to people than I would have been. I plan to continue this series and see what she's up to in the next book.

Monday the Rabbi Took Off Audiobook by Harry Kemelman

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Harry Kemelman) — Mon, 12 Nov 2012 02:45:27 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Monday the Rabbi Took Off Subtitle: A Rabbi Small Mystery, Book 4 Author: Harry Kemelman Narrator: George Guidall Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 11-12-12 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 108 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Popular author Harry Kemelman combines baffling crimes, fascinating characters, and rich Jewish tradition to create his best-selling mystery series. In Monday the Rabbi Took Off, an exhausted Rabbi David Small searches for relaxation in Israel, only to find himself in the midst of an explosive international incident. After six years of leading a challenging congregation, Rabbi Small is taking his dream vacation: three months in Jerusalem without any rabbinical duties. He is finally getting the rest he needs - until a new acquaintance is found dead after a bombing. Suddenly the savvy young Rabbi is up against the formidable Israeli intelligence and faceless Arab terrorists with murder on their minds. With Harry Kemelmans dramatic flair, you will feel as if you are walking the colorful streets of Jerusalem alongside the perceptive Rabbi Small. George Guidall - personally approved for this unabridged recording by the authors estate - skillfully breathes life into the ordinary people caught in extraordinary situations. Members Reviews: Interesting mystery, almost incidental to story. The Rabbi takes a leave of absence to spend 3 months in Jerusalem. The book was publshed in 1972, so was written in the period between the 6-day war (1967) and the Yom Kippur War (1973). This was around the time I first visited Israel, so I experienced a certain nostalgia in the listening. Among other things, the story dramatizes the tension between the sabras and non-religious Jews and the strictly observant Hasidim and other religious sects, a tension that has only become more exacerbated with time, especially in Jerusalem and environs. In this story, it is dramatized mostly by conflicts between parents and children. The mystery itself concerns the murder of an auto trader, apparently by a terrorist bomb. As usual, the Rabbi eventually solves the crime for the police, seemingly by logic, although I found it hard to believe he could have discerned all that he told just by a careful examination of some of the evidence. Despite my disappointment, I don't regret the time spent listening. The narration by George Guidall is excellent, as usual. disappointing What could have made this a 4 or 5-star listening experience for you? less trivia and some mystery or detective content Would you ever listen to anything by Harry Kemelman again? no thanks What about George Guidalls performance did you like? good reader, boring book You didnt love this book...

Looking for Yesterday Audiobook by Marcia Muller

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Marcia Muller) — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 01:55:21 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Looking for Yesterday Subtitle: A Sharon McCone Mystery, Book 33 Author: Marcia Muller Narrator: Laura Hicks Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 11-06-12 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 35 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Three years ago, Caro Warrick was acquitted for the murder of her best friend, Amelia Bettecourt, but the lingering doubts of everyone around Caro is adversely affecting her life. Sharon McCone is confident that she can succeed where other detectives have failed (though at times it's hard to shake her own misgivings about what happened), but when Caro is brutally beaten right at Sharon's doorstep, the investigation takes on a whole new course. How many more people remain at risk until Amelia's murderer is finally caught? This audio includes a bonus McCone story, "Skeleton in the Closet"! Members Reviews: Narrator needs to practice Not the best Sharon McCone mystery, but still an enjoyable story. Not sure why certain elements were introduced, like "Jake" being involved in illegal arms dealing, if it apparantly had little or nothing to do with the plot and then was just left hanging at the end, but no big deal. Another worthwhile listen from Ms. Muller. But the one thing that drove me crazy, is the one that most frequently drives me crazy about narrators. Ridiculously mis-pronounced words. It would seem that anyone hired to narrate a recorded book would first read the book, perhaps highlight the words they don't know, and then look them up. Or listen to previous narrators who got them correct. Or most basically, ask the author who certainly knows them very well. Some are local dialect, in which case the reader might ask someone who lives there. Some are less commonly known words in general. But if the author has chosen to include them in the story, the reader should prepare and get them right. Small stuff maybe, but it's jarring to the ear, and diminishes the enjoyment of the book. I've spent many wonderful days in the wine country. Someone please look up how to say Lytton Springs. I'm also a pilot. McCone long flew and loved a delightful aerobatic plane. It's called a Citabria (basically aerobatic spelled backwards). Not a common name outside aviation circles, but...really not that hard! Ms. Hicks absolutely butchered it. Please Laura, if you ever read another McCone novel, prepare better! This book is worth your credit! Would you listen to Looking for Yesterday again? Why? Absolutely. I liked that Sharon was the center of attention again and the story was very compelling. Who was your favorite character and why? I think Ted and Ray are my favorites but they don't get a lot of airtime in this book. What does Laura Hicks bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Voices for everyone - even when I read her books now I will have voices for all the characters. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? Nope but I listen to books to escape. Marcia Muller at Her Best If you could sum up Looking for Yesterday in three words, what would they be? Great Mystery Book! Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How? As the story unfolded in all it's complexities, I thought that I had figured it out. I was really wrong! Which character as performed by Laura Hicks was your favorite? My favorite character was of course the central character, Sharon McCone. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? This book kept my interest, it was hard to stop listening.

An Eye for Murder Audiobook by Libby Fischer Hellmann

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Libby Fischer Hellmann) — Sat, 10 Dec 2011 02:01:54 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: An Eye for Murder Subtitle: An Ellie Foreman Mystery Author: Libby Fischer Hellmann Narrator: Karyn O' Bryant Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 12-10-11 Publisher: Fischer Hellmann Communicaitons Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 70 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: August 1944. Prague is where the story begins, with a seemingly casual exchange. But in wartime, is any act, any one thing, trivial? Decades later, in contemporary Chicago, the consequences emerge through the medium of television. Documentary filmmaker Ellie Foreman gets a letter prompted by the success of her show Celebrate Chicago. One viewer was the elderly Ben Sinclair. When he suddenly dies, his landlady, Mrs. Fleischman, finds Ellie's name among his effects and writes to her. Ellie, who hasn't a clue about a connection to Ben, is curious. And she agrees to help dispose of Ben Sinclair's possessions. She became a filmmaker to help people tell their stories. The books and wartime relics Ben left behind - will they be enough to tell his? All too soon, Mrs. Fleischman dies. Then Ben's things are stolen from Ellie's suburban home. The single mom, working to move past her ex, doesn't know what to think. But she has to scramble for work and is soon embroiled in producing a campaign video for a steel magnate running for a Republican seat in the Illinois Senate. Despite these distractions, Ellie stays focused on her odd link to the dead man and turns to her father, a retired lawyer with deep roots in Chicago's Jewish community, for insights into the mystery of Ben Sinclair. In time, a terrifying scenario develops that reaches back into several pasts. From the political present of the North Shore to the buried memories of the city's ethnic neighborhoods, the components of Ben's story eventually merge into an explosive climax. An Eye for Murder was nominated for an Anthony Award (Best First), which is one of the most prestigious awards in the mystery community. Critic Reviews: A masterful blend of politics, history, and suspense, this novel is well worth reading sharp humor and vivid language Ellie is an engaging amateur sleuth. Readers will hope they wont have to wait too long for Ellies return. (Publishers Weekly) Complicated fascinating Hellmann has a beautifully tuned ear which makes many of her scenes seriously funny her film-editor instincts tell her when to let a scene run on and when to cut away. (Chicago Tribune) "Taut, compelling and gripping, An Eye For Murder is one of the best mysteries I've read in years! Fast-paced, cleverly crafted, complex dramaI highly recommend it. (Terri Figueroa, Romance Reviews Today) Members Reviews: How Have I Not Heard of this Author Before??? I loved this book!!! How have I not heard of this author before? I was a big Sandra Brown / Iris Johansen / Nora Roberts fan for a long time; but their formulas became too predicable for my liking. This is an interesting protagonist who's working on some long term personal issues of her own while trying to juggle a daughter,a job and trying to not be killed.

Whiplash Audiobook by Catherine Coulter

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Catherine Coulter) — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 15:10:54 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Whiplash Subtitle: FBI Thriller #14 Author: Catherine Coulter Narrator: Paul Costanzo, Renee Raudman Format: Abridged Length: 5 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 08-19-10 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 58 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Yale professor Dr. Edward Kenders father is undergoing chemotherapy when the supply of a critical accompanying drug, Culovort, suddenly runs out. Unwilling to accept the drug manufacturers disingenuous excuse of production line problems, Dr. Kender hires private investigator Erin Pulaski to prove that something more sinister is going on at Schiffer Hartwin. Meanwhile, in Maryland, married FBI agents Lacey Sherlock and Dillon Savich are investigating a rather unusual case: Senator David Hoffman is experiencing a ghostly apparition with possible malicious intent. The case is baffling, and Sherlock and Savich are not sure what to believe, even after witnessing the disturbing specter for themselves. Theyre no closer to cracking the case when a call comes in from Connecticut: A top foreign Schiffer Hartwin employee has been found murdered behind the drug companys U.S. headquarters. Unbeknownst to the FBI, Erin Pulaski had uncovered a bombshell in her investigation: The Culovort shortage is set to bring in a windfall profit in excess of two billion dollars. Upon learning of the murder, Erin is certain it has something to do with her findings, but she risks exposing herself by coming forward. As the feds move in, the case becomes even more complicated for Erin, since the murder of a foreign national on federal land can mean only that the pharmaceutical house has a secret of epic proportions one it would do anything to keep hidden. Members Reviews: Hard to follow Very hard to follow the story. It's not until the very end that all of these events are pulled together. Not at all suspenseful. Great Audiobook What made the experience of listening to Whiplash the most enjoyable? It is the type of book ,you do not want to put it down, Who was your favorite character and why? Erin was my favorite character, because she was the crusader of the book Kept my interest What made the experience of listening to Whiplash the most enjoyable? Listened while gardening and it really kept my interest. Sherlock & Savage are always interesting characters. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? yes

All of a Winter's Night Audiobook by Phil Rickman

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Phil Rickman) — Wed, 24 May 2017 11:38:19 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: All of a Winter's Night Subtitle: Merrily Watkins Mysteries, Book 14 Author: Phil Rickman Narrator: Emma Powell Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 05-24-17 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 35 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: When Aidan Lloyd's bleak funeral is followed by a nocturnal ritual in the fog, it becomes all too clear that Aidan, son of a wealthy farmer, will not be resting in peace. Aidan's hidden history has reignited an old feud, and a rural tradition begins to display its sinister side. It's already a fraught time for Merrily Watkins, her future threatened by a bishop committed to restricting her role as diocesan exorcist for Hereford. Suddenly there are events she can't talk about as she and her daughter, Jane, find themselves potentially on the wrong side of the law. In the city of Hereford, DI Frannie Bliss, investigating a shooting, must confront the apparent growth of organised crime, also contaminating the countryside. On the Welsh border, the old ways are at war with the modern world. As the days shorten and the fog gives way to ice and snow, a savage killing draws Merrily Watkins into a conflict centred on one of Britain's most famous medieval churches, its walls laden with ancient symbolism. Members Reviews: Might be the best Merrily book yet. I've been a huge fan of this series for some time, and though I wasn't thrilled with the last book--its a bit of a "transition" novel, necessary in order for the characters to have room to grow, but a bit dark because of this--this one reminds me why I loved the series so much in the first place. And though it ends with all our characters still in transition---Frannie Bliss and Annie Howe in the most shocking way possible--the story is fantastic and we can see a light at the end of the tunnel for all of them. Or at least those who survived the winter's night. Fantastic! Love Phil rickman's stories!! No one is better than Emma Powell to narrate them! She's fabulous! ! Confusing Would you try another book from Phil Rickman and/or Emma Powell? Wearisome overuse of delayed explanation of events. Big stuff happens but not described as it happens, flash forward and then characters explain how it looked and felt to them. Confusing and frustrating. What could Phil Rickman have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you? See above. Excellent, had me guessing up to the very end I've listened to the whole Merrily series narrated by Emma Powell. You may think the books start to struggle when the series goes on. Not at all. One of the best yet! I thought I knew the format and work out who was doing what! Wrong! Emma's narrative is superb as there are a lot different characters to handle! Phil has a lot of subtle sub plots going on with plenty of humour that Emma has picked up on. Thanks for all the books Phil! Keep them coming. The best Merrily Watkins mystery? I have listened to all of Phil Rickman's Merrily books. They are all really excellent. This one is definitely one of the best - if not the best. At least one big surprise relating to recurring characters in the series. Very highly recommended but it may help to have listened to OR read books 1 to 13 first! Emma Powells narration is perfect. Very highly recommended.

The Calamity Café Audiobook by Gayle Leeson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Gayle Leeson) — Tue, 07 Jun 2016 14:19:44 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Calamity Café Subtitle: A Down South Café Mystery Author: Gayle Leeson Narrator: Cassandra Morris Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 06-07-16 Publisher: Dreamscape Media, LLC Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 26 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Tired of waiting tables at Lou's Joint, Amy Flowers doesn't just quit - she offers to buy the place from her bully of a boss. Amy has dreamed of making the kind of Southern, down-home treats and dishes that her grandmother always loved to serve the kooky cast of regulars at the restaurant. At first Lou refuses to sell, but when she seems ready to make a deal, she tells Amy to come see her. Showing up at the eatery ready to negotiate, Amy is shocked to find her former employer murdered. As the prime suspect, Amy will have to clear her name by serving up the real killer - and with Lou's stack of enemies, that's a tall order. Members Reviews: Murder cafe I loved this cozy mystery! I enjoyed the small town flavor of this book, combined with good guys and bad guys. Trying to figure out who was bad or good kept me on my toes. Three and a half stars I enjoyed this story. The characters were well developed and interesting. The plot was light-hearted with a steady pace. The only problem I had with the story is that the main character, Amy, had no reason to investigate. Through out the story she insists that she is a suspect and must find the killer. However, no one suspects her of committing a crime, not even the police. Then, at the end of the story she finally admits she has no motive. That part of the story made no sense and was annoying. I realize that the lead character in cozy mysteries are naturally nosy and are always involved in the investigation. But they usually have a plausible reason. I was able to overlook this plot hole because the story was well developed and easy to follow. Hopefully, the kinks will be worked out in the next book, because, I will be reading it. Real Southern cooking...just mind the dead body! First book in a New series. Well written and plotted. A fun read, with plenty of charm.

The Circle Audiobook by Peter Lovesey

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Peter Lovesey) — Wed, 01 Dec 2010 08:56:24 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Circle Author: Peter Lovesey Narrator: Simon Prebble Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 12-01-10 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 105 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Widowed van driver Bob Naylor is prodded into joining the Chichester Writers' Circle by his teenage daughter. Bob writes limericks and jingles, and fears he will be out of his class amongst the literati. But the members of the circle come from all walks of life and practice many forms of writing, from fantasy to household hints. There seems to be nothing about any of them to incite a serial killer. However, there is an arsonist in their midst, burning his victims to death, and Bob becomes a suspect. To clear himself, he must cooperate with formidable Detective Chief Inspector Henrietta Mallin. Members Reviews: improbable but very entertaining Would you listen to The Circle again? Why? Another entertaining book by Peter Livesey. Though the solution is quite convoluted and improbable. Prebble is terrific as ever. An amusing nod to Agatha Cristie was a nice touch Clever and very amusing. Would you consider the audio edition of The Circle to be better than the print version? Absolutely. I've read all of Lovesey's Peter Diamond and Hen Mallin books and loved them, but hearing them read by a talented performer is the tops. What was one of the most memorable moments of The Circle? Naomi and Zach's collaboration on the e-book, probably. Her no nonsense approach and his private thoughts are priceless. What does Simon Prebble bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? I confess that I look out for audio books narrated by Simon Prebble. He does a great job distinguishing between the characters with his vast arsenal of "voices". He uses accent, inflection, tempo, volume etc., to the best advantage. A wonderful performer! Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? Oh my, yes. I laughed a lot. Mr.Lovesey is hip to the vernacular. The characters and dialog are priceless! Nice mystery--witty and a bit old-fashioned. What did you love best about The Circle? I liked the dry, sardonic wit with which Lovesey writes. His characters may sometimes be caricatures but rather deliciously so. Bob Naylor, one of the primary characters, is particularly effective. What was one of the most memorable moments of The Circle? I liked the illustration of aspiring authors and their sad franticness. What about Simon Prebbles performance did you like? He has an excellent voice--I love British accents. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Yes, but I carefully allocate my Audible reads to when I am working out at the gym. This one motivated me to work out longer, which is always a plus. Any additional comments? I am a rather old-fashioned lover of the Golden Age of Mystery novels. I believe that Lovesey writes in that style. I will be buying more of his books. Interesting plot Mr Lovesey has introduced some interesting characters involved in a plot that leaves you guessing till the end. One of Lovesy's best Very taught storyline, suspenseful with sly humor and a nod to Agatha Christie. I was flummoxed until the very end.

Murder, She Wrote: A Vote for Murder Audiobook by Jessica Fletcher, Donald Bain

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jessica Fletcher) — Mon, 01 Nov 2010 19:26:60 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Murder, She Wrote: A Vote for Murder Author: Jessica Fletcher, Donald Bain Narrator: Cynthia Darlow Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 11-01-10 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 95 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Jessica's in Washington, D.C., to support a senator's new literacy initiative. The week-long literacy event includes a visit to the White House to meet the president and a lavish party or two. But during one affair at the senator's home in Virginia, Jessica discovers the dark side of politics. At the foot of a rickety staircase, she finds the body of the senator's chief of staff - and he has taken a permanent recess. Her search for culprits leads her from the shady halls of the Library of Congress to the D.C. social scene, and even the FBI. Members Reviews: Very enjoyable! If you like the show "Murder She Wrote", then this book will not let you down. The book and the performed were well done, I enjoyed it immensely. So-so Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not? No, it's not among the best in the series. I enjoyed the book overall. I got the audio version. The narrator did a really good job in conveying the story. Some of her accents were a bit similar between the characters, but there are only so many ways we can change our voices, and with the number of characters, I was fine with it. *Possible Spoiler* There was a plot twist that was unnecessary, as it didn't do much to move the story forward. It may have been to appease the 'powers that be' to include info about someone's sexual orientation, but I didn't find that detail suspenseful, useful to the story or even interesting. The main character (Jessica Fletcher) was almost obsessed with it when it was revealed, and that made the latter part of the book a bit off-putting and slow for me. With regard to the rest of the story: It was good, but not as good of a mystery as I'd expected given the overall premise of the story. There were characters that served nearly no purpose, as we were introduced to them and didn't really hear from them again until the end when the killer would be revealed. There were pieces of evidence that could have done more to improve the story's movement and help the reader/listener join in on the sleuthing that wasn't introduced until really late in the story. It was almost like the clues were an afterthought. Finally, why was Seth there/George leave? My guess was to set things up for another book, but George came back, so... What was the most interesting aspect of this story? The least interesting? Most interesting: The first part when the murder took place. Least interesting: Plot twist that dragged on and didn't help the story. What about Cynthia Darlows performance did you like? The narrator did a really good job in conveying the story. Some of her accents were a bit similar between the characters, but there are only so many ways we can change our voices, and with the number of characters, I was fine with it. Do you think Murder, She Wrote: A Vote for Murder needs a follow-up book? Why or why not? No! Although there were strings hanging loose, the book started to lose its way with the plot twist. Jessica was so obsessed with this person's sexual orientation, it became rather off-putting.

The Burn Palace Audiobook by Stephen Dobyns

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Stephen Dobyns) — Mon, 26 Aug 2013 08:05:59 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Burn Palace Author: Stephen Dobyns Narrator: George Newbern Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 08-26-13 Publisher: Dreamscape Media, LLC Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 31 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: The sleepy community of Brewster, Rhode Island, is just like any other small American town. It's a place where most of the population will likely die blocks from where they were born; where gossip spreads like wildfire, and the big entertainment on weekends is the inevitable fight at the local bar. But recently, something out of the ordinary - perhaps even supernatural - has been stirring in Brewster. While packs of coyotes gather on back roads and the news spreads that a baby has been stolen from Memorial Hospital (and replaced in its bassinet by a snake), a series of inexplicably violent acts begins to confound Detective Woody Potter and the local police - and inspire terror in the hearts and minds of the locals. From award-winning author Stephen Dobyns comes a sardonic yet chillingly suspenseful novel: The literary equivalent of a Richard Russo small-town tableau crossed with a Stephen King thriller. The Burn Palace is a darkly funny, twisted portrait of chaos and paranoia, with an impressive host of richly rendered, larger-than-life characters and a thrilling plot that will keep listeners guessing until the end. Critic Reviews: "The Burn Palace is a beautifully written tale full of wonderfully absurd characters, strange surreal events and horrific acts of violence and violation told is a disconcerting style that is both thrilling and frustrating. It's like an intricate puzzle that comes together beautifully yet leaves you with a handful of unused pieces you don't exactly know what to do with." (The Guilded Earlobe) Members Reviews: Outside my box This is not my usual genre, but I enjoyed the story mainly because of the narrator who did such an outstanding job on several of Carl Hiassen's books. There is way too much information for me on all things supernatural and cremation, but the narration moves along at a rapid pace which kept my interest. I did try reading this on kindle and couldn't finish the sample, but the narrator really hooked me on finding out where this was going. The action is told through multiple characters -- some more believable than others, but all totally interesting. Who can resist kids, dogs and hot romance? The plot seems somewhat contrived and, although often gruesome, still entertaining, and a good listen. Difficult book in audio format Would you try another book from Stephen Dobyns and/or George Newbern? Not sure Has The Burn Palace turned you off from other books in this genre? I don't think so. What three words best describe George Newberns voice? No issues with the narrator's voice. You didnt love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities? It was a good idea for a story and well written, just hard to follow. Any additional comments? I was looking forward to this book and was pretty disappointed. I just found it very hard to follow in the audio format. The story is told through dozens of characters in this town which is a cool idea. In the audio format though, I had a lot of trouble keeping up with the story, recalling who each character was, etc; I think this is a book I may have enjoyed more reading the hard copy where you could flip back if needed.

The Babes in the Wood Audiobook by Ruth Rendell

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ruth Rendell) — Mon, 04 May 2009 18:42:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Babes in the Wood Subtitle: A Chief Inspector Wexford Mystery, Book 19 Author: Ruth Rendell Narrator: Nigel Anthony Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 05-04-09 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 208 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: For her 19th Chief Inspector Wexford mystery, Ruth Rendell tells a story that is as taut and atmospheric as anything she has ever written. Ruth Rendell has won many awards, including the Crime Writers' Association Cartier Diamond Dagger. Critic Reviews: "The plot....marches efficiently to its unguessable dénouement while demonstrating Rendell's grasp of the psychological dynamics of seduction and exploitation which lie at the heart of the case." (The New Yorker) Members Reviews: as good as anything Rendell has written If you appreciate mysteries -- of the more traditional "cozy" variety rather than edge of seat potboilers with formula violence and sex-- this is a perfect listen. Rendell's characters, setting detail, plot, and atmosphere in this are right up there with P.D. James. Rendell's charaters age well, so rather than a vintage listen, Wexford and company reason their way through the Internet age as smartly as they did in early 60s England. But this listen builds soldily on the traditional English cozy. Interesting and exciting The two characteristics I look for in a detective novel are interesting and exciting. Both are present in this book. Not only is the text interesting but the excitment is greatly enhanced by the wonderful rendering given by Mr. Anthony. If you like whodunit books, this is one for you. I particularly liked the last two chapters. Wait until you hear them. It is quentisential Rendell A Very English who done it. Where does The Babes in the Wood rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? Ranks up in top 10% of my listens as that includes authors PD James, Wentworth, & Elizabeth George. Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How? Very English in style, as in more a talking rather than action mystery. Surprisingly modern in the matter of the crime motivation. What does Nigel Anthony bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? The proper accents for characters' class in English society. Well done narration. If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be? "An Inspector Wexford mystery" might say it all. Good book, really annoying reader I've read Ruth Rendell for decades. Her stories are well written, engaging, with unusually good character development. And this one is no exception. It's just so difficult to listen to narrator Nigel Anthony who will turn the simplest sentence into an uppity, affected question.... Or, even more annoying, let the most mundane statement trail into deep, personal, and fading introspection. I wish I had paid better attention to the audio sample. No match for the Inspector Well the Inspector had it worked out long before me if thats possible on audio cd! Another fabulous mystery with characters you can see in your head as you listen. I felt I could disappear into the book and need not try to imagine the scene or the people, I was just there. Excellent narration, difficult I imagine with so many female parts. Great book.

H is for Homicide Audiobook by Sue Grafton

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sue Grafton) — Thu, 27 Oct 2005 02:40:32 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: H is for Homicide Subtitle: A Kinsey Millhone Mystery Author: Sue Grafton Narrator: Judy Kaye Format: Abridged Length: 2 hrs and 57 mins Language: English Release date: 10-27-05 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 42 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Could Kinsey get to Bibianna first and solve the mystery of Perkins' murder? Or would she find that once you crossed Raymond Maldonado, you didn't live to tell the tale. Critic Reviews: "H Is for Homicide continues to show the author in strong storytelling form." (The New York Times) Members Reviews: Grafton doing a good job keeping the mysteries fresh So I pointed out in my last review that I prefer Kinsey working on her own and that is exactly what you get with H is for Homicide. This book went very fast for me as compared to the other books. I think because the story is confined to such a narrow point once Kinsey goes undercover. Yep, thatâs right Kinsey is undercover and unable to break cover without risking not her life but the lives of some of those around her. Even though the story spans from Santa Theresa to Los Angeles, Grafton does a fantastic job of making you feel just as trapped and confined in the environment as Kinsey is with her precarious situation. I think some of the appreciation also must go to Judy Kaye and her narration. She emotes and helps the reader build the world in their head. The story moves at a very quick pace and the action scenes convey a profound sense of tension of excitement. I developed a true appreciation for some Kinseyâs abilities as clues âclickâ in her head and she is able to put the big picture together. I also liked the integration of more of Lt. Dolanâs character and you can tell he may not fully like detectives but he has a great deal of respect for Kinsey. Must read mystery series What can you say about Sue Grafton other than she is a great mystery writer. Kinsey Milhone is an ex-cop and has her own detective agency and never much of a sex life if that what your looking for, go elsewhere. This is a traditional gumshoe story with action and danger for our heroine. After some spotty success writing books, Grafton changed to writing screenplays for TV and movies. With the success of her first Alphabet series book ' A is for Alibi' in 1982 it has continued to date. I first discovered her books when I came across 'G is for Gumshoe' (pub 1990) in a recycle center in 2000, I proceeded to local bookstores and Amazon to acquire all of this series up until the current at the time 'O is For Outlaw'. It's always great when you come across a great series in progress as it's a joy just reading book after book from a great writer. Much like 'binge watching TV series on Netflix nowadays. Only problem with an ongoing series is waiting for the next book. Grafton has done only a couple of yearly books and mostly every other year since 'P is for Peril' in 2001. It is now up to just plain 'X' in 2015 and will end with 'Z is for Zero'. I'm hoping she has Y & Z completed as she is 75 now and I'm 70 and don't want to miss the conclusion of this great series. Its ok. I really don't understand the title because ... Its ok. I really don't understand the title because its more about insurance fraud and a tourette syndrome afflicted psycho than Purnell's murder investigation. I cant believe the cops screwed up a sting operation and put an informant in danger. I cant understand why the psycho was so obsessed with the Bibianna woman or why he had to cut her mother's face open because she left him.

Everybody Dies Audiobook by Lawrence Block

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lawrence Block) — Fri, 07 Sep 2007 12:18:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Everybody Dies Author: Lawrence Block Narrator: Mark Hammer Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 09-07-07 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 123 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: In Everybody Dies, Matt is finally leading a comfortable, almost respectable life - until he helps an unlikely friend uncover a nameless enemy. The Big Apple seems to be mellowing, now that the crime rate is down and gentrification is sweeping the old neighborhoods. But when a hoodlum buddy from the past asks Matt to investigate the murders of two employees, the spruced-up sidewalks seem as mean as ever. Suddenly, Matt finds himself in a world where every step leads him through a mine field, and no man's survival can be taken for granted. Well-crafted characters, action-packed plots, and gritty, realistic settings have earned Lawrence Block multiple Edgar and Shamus Awards. With his dramatic performance, narrator Mark Hammer expertly captures all the restless rhythms and street-smart language. Critic Reviews: Block's seamless weave of thought and action, and his matchless gift for dialogue that is true, funny and revealing, have seldom been on more effective display. The pages leading up to the climax have an almost Shakespearean feel for human resignation in the face of mortality. (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: Excellent I had a hard time taking pauses in listening to this book. Good story and excellent narration. Ruined by the NARRATOR! I have read every Matthew Scudder book prior to this one and loved them all. Lawrence Block knows NYC and he knows his character. This series is character driven. You keep reading because you come to relate to the character and you want to know what happens next in his life. This narrator makes Scudder sound like a doddering old drunk working on his 10th bourbon and trying to keep his face from hitting the bar when he passes out. He does NOT sound like the man who lives with the beautiful, sexy Elaine, or who can talk his way in and out of so many situations. He sounds BORING, befuddled and banal. He puts me to sleep. And when I first heard Mark Hammer's version of TJ, I almost cried. This smart, savy, cool street kid, struggling to make himself better, sounds like a dumb white-boy cartoon version of a young, hip, black man. It's disgraceful. I am NOT finishing this download, but I AM racing to buy the book and go back to reading the Matthew Scudder I know and love. I gave this a 3 star Overall and Story because I KNOW Lawrence Block writes great books and couldn't stand to rate him any lower. If I had listened to this never having read the previous books in the series, I would have thought it was all 1 star drivel! Matt Scudder is a modern Philip Marlowe ! The story is somber, witty , hardboiled. Lawrence Block is a great and probably understated writer ; his characters are powerful and captivating and the New York "ambiance" absolutely faboulous. Another great story! All the Scuder stories are great, but this one has a depth to it that makes it irresistible. Narrator Hammer brought the characters to life. Highly recommended. Worst of the series Why LB thought he should move into multiple gory deaths with no redeeming features is a mystery to this reader....maybe it's a new popular genre that's a moneymaking venture After listening through to the end, skipping over repetitive sad and gory scenes, my main reaction is Yuck!

Blood Trails Audiobook by Diane Capri

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Diane Capri) — Tue, 04 Oct 2016 12:55:27 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Blood Trails Author: Diane Capri Narrator: Eric G. Dove Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 10-04-16 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 47 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Michael Flint is the heir hunter of last resort. A forensic genealogist and former clandestine agent specializing in high-end private investigations, he promises clients he can find anyone, anytime, anywhere - dead or alive. Laura Oakwood stands to lose more than $50 million in mineral royalties if she's not found within seventy-two hours. But she presents an extra challenge: she's been running from the law due to her involvement in a deadly armed robbery twenty-eight years ago. Texas oil baron Sebastian Shaw desperately needs Laura's signature to take over her family's oil fields. And Shaw's bitter rival, Felix Crane, will do anything to keep that from happening. In a hunt stretching from dusty, hot West Texas to snowy Saskatchewan, Flint finds himself caught in the cross fire between dueling tycoons and avaricious mercenaries out for their own piece of the pie. On Flint's side? A knack for keeping himself alive, a hard-won moral code, and buried questions about his own family that drive everything he does. As Flint tracks Laura, he delves into his own murky history, whose secrets he is only now beginning to uncover. Members Reviews: Excellent first novel in a PI series! Diane Capri is an outstanding writer of mysteries. She is likely best known for her 7 book The Hunt for Jack Reacher series which was written with the approval of Lee Child, but she has written books in other series. Blood Trails is the first novel in the Heir Hunter series. The protagonist Michael Flint is a former intelligence agent running his own high end private investigator business where he demands and receives per case millions of dollars for finding potential heirs. He is the investigator of last result. He says he can find anyone anywhere dead or alive. In this case he is trying to find a woman in her late teens who participated in a robbery in which two people were killed 27 years ago and has not been seen since. She has inherited some land and a large oil company wants to purchase mineral rights. This is a well written novel about a unique character. There lots of action and suspense along with interesting twists. Character development is unusually strong. Eric G Dove's narration is pitch perfect. Energetic The book kept me listening to see what was going to happen next. It seemed as though every page had some excitement. Good reading/listening. Pretty dull story. FANTASTIC NARRATION! This story was pretty dull. The entire story is this guy who can find anyone looking for a girl that went missing 25 years ago. That's it. It was just clue after clue to find her. That's it. So if you are looking for something exciting or intriguing move on and find a different book. The only reason I kept going was because of the narrator. Eric Dove is one of my very favorite male narrators. So the listen was great. The story not so much.

The Lost Bird Audiobook by Margaret Coel

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Margaret Coel) — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 20:46:30 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Lost Bird Subtitle: Arapaho Indian Mysteries Author: Margaret Coel Narrator: Stephanie Brush Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 04-04-08 Publisher: Books in Motion Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 38 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Film star Sharon David travels to Wind River country, convinced that she was adopted at birth from the reservation. Investigate another . ©1999 Margaret Coel; (P)2000 Books in Motion Members Reviews: another great margaret coel another great margaret coel ! they are irresistible ! great cast of characters- you feel like you know them personally. One of the best in the series I have read all but the latest book in this series and have enjoyed reading about the Arapahoe reservation daily life. Cole's words transport me to Wind River, I feel like I know the people, feel their pain, their joy. Father John and Vicky are old friends. Only a gifted author can make a reader feel this way. As a Kindle unlimited subscriber, I rarely purchase books but I own all of this series and hope to own more. On to the latest book I purchased today... she tells a good story and tells it well Although Margaret Coel does not quite rise to Tony Hillman, she tells a good story and tells it well. Five Stars Very real Good read Coel's books contain a good story and some history/social commentary about the Indian culture in the Wind River Range. I like reading her books for these reasons.

Murder in the Rue de Paradis Audiobook by Cara Black

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Cara Black) — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 15:50:00 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Murder in the Rue de Paradis Author: Cara Black Narrator: Carine Montbertrand Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 10-27-08 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 31 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Recipient of a starred review from Library Journal, Cara Black's novel follows a chic heroine into the recesses of French society. When her ex-lover returns from Egypt, Aimée accepts his marriage proposal. The next day he's found dead, and she begins tracking clues pointing toward an international conspiracy. ©2008 Cara Black (P)2008 Recorded Books Members Reviews: a typical Cara Black mystery Most murder mysteries follow a set formula, especially those with a central protagonist whose history and mannerisms become familiar to their readers, and Cara Black's Aimee Leduc series is no exception. What makes hers especially interesting are the historical, geographical, architectural, and cultural details of her carefully researched settings, each mystery set in its own Parisian neighborhood. Her plots move swiftly and she sustains our interest to the end. Cara Black's stories, though,deserve to be read by someone with a more colorful voice. Trivial Paradis The writing in this novel is truly trite. The narration is highly irritating; she combines a normal New York accent for the dialog with an occasionally correct French accent for the French names, streets, etc. I found the combination just about unbearable. I managed to listen for only 51 minutes, so I don't know whether the plot was an interesting one or not. However, I am not hopeful about that parameter either. Interesting book, melodramatic narrator I love Cara Black's books, but the reader here was impossible for me to listen too. Most of the time far too slow - listened on double speed for a while. However, beyond this, the rather flip style trivialized the heroine for me and made the story too unconvincing. Very disappointing indeed... Intriguing Paris Mystery Any additional comments? Murder in the Rue de Paradis is a decent detective novel set in an amazing city. Narration is a quite slow but easy to follow. I did not like how the story line cuts scenes to introduce and revisit different characters, it's abrupt and confusing at times. The mystery is intriguing although the terrorist plot is not my cup of tea. I did enjoy the book and will certainly continue reading the Aimee Leduc series.

Slipknot Audiobook by D. D. VanDyke

biacuaduc@gmail.com (D. D. VanDyke) — Thu, 31 Dec 2015 07:18:60 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Slipknot Subtitle: California Corwin P. I. Mystery Series, Book 3 Author: D. D. VanDyke Narrator: Francesca Townes Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 12-31-15 Publisher: David VanDyke Author Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 16 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: After a woman is found dead in Cal Corwin's car, and police detectives come knocking at her door, the case turns far more personal than it first seemed. As the ghosts of past cases rear their ugly heads, not only must she find out who murdered the victim, but why. Teasing the answers out soon reveals the disturbing question: Who is the hunter, and who hunted? Slipknot is Book Three of the Cal Corwin mystery series. Set against the rich backdrop of the San Francisco Bay Area, Cal Corwin novels brim with intrigue and fully fleshed characters from cops and criminals to hit men, an oddball family, and unexpected allies. The California Corwin P. I. Mystery Series: Members Reviews: The New is Fading In the introductory novella in this series I found a chick I could totally get behind. She was a tough, touchy, a little trashy, and a definite badass. Unfortunately the series has gone lame and the repetitive plots are gotten seriously tired. The best new part of Cal in this book is that she's gone back to smoking; with today's attitudes writers seem to want to ignore that about twenty percent of the nation does smoke. It's possible that with the drama in the little mountain town seeming to be done Cal Corwin can hopefully stay in her natural urban setting and begin to get past not being a cop. I so want to like this series but unless the author comes up with a different plot and a main character that begins to grow I'll be giving up on her.

Deadly Liaisons Audiobook by Bernard Lee DeLeo

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Bernard Lee DeLeo) — Tue, 29 Apr 2014 06:32:08 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Deadly Liaisons Subtitle: Rick Cantelli, Book 2 Author: Bernard Lee DeLeo Narrator: David Gilmore Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 04-29-14 Publisher: RJ Parker Publishing Inc. Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Rick Cantelli, ex-SEAL and his former CIA Counterpart, Lo Madigan are back and operating their Private Investigation business in the second audiobook of this series. Love rocks Rick's world. He starts his seventh decade out on a sour note. The infamous Cantelli land of darkness and shadows engulfs everyone in this new chapter of Rick and Lois adventures. His prison pen-pal, contract killer Trish Rocha is set free, and Rick's world is on fire once again. Lois reveals their first meeting, and a few past interludes much to Rick's chagrin - including a liaison with a beautiful Mossad agent named Adina. A dreadful conjuring of the past explodes into present day Cantelli Land with a vengeance, but Rick and Lois are up to the mark. Critic Reviews: Bernard Lee DeLeo is one of the purest writing talents I have ever had the pleasure of reading - a brilliant writing talent that I can only envy. (James Byron Huggins - New York Times Bestselling Author) Members Reviews: Love for Rick?? Trish Rocha is getting out of jail. Trish and Rick have a relationship. Oh its was a letters and one visit a month relationship but hey, any port in a storm. Trish comes to work for Rick and Lo. Hell. Trish moves into Ricks house and right on into his bed. Something Rick had no problem with. Lo really likes Trish, a more than capable Trish, but warns her that if she hurts Rick, she's oh so dead. No problem. Trish is in love and would never hurt Rick. She also thinks Lo and Rick are the two most interesting fossils she's ever met. Rick, much to his amazment finds himself loving Trish as well. This, of course, scares the hell out of Rick. He will just have to wait and see where it goes. Next book perhaps?? This was one rollercoaster of a ride. We have FBI Agents, one who turns out to be a traitor, a drug cartel full of idiots and and old Mossad connection. A connection that almosts costs Rick his life. Of course Lo was there to save the day. Those she was saving the day against didn't make it. Oh well. Hell hath no fury like a woman who's as good a shot as Lo is. A Lo who would kill anyone who threatened Rick. This one is full of friends, enemies, drug cartel killers, old aquaintences and Rick and Lo in a fight for their lives. We also get the FBI and Homeland Security finally catching a clue about some of the things Rick and Lo have been involved in. Oh cartel bodies all over the place may have had something do to with that. The FBI and HS want to recruit a very untrusting Rick and Lo. A Rick and Lo who are taking out bad guys left and right and aren't concerned about the "rights" of those bad guys. Rick and Lo also know just how far they can trust any Govt agency. Of course you know who the winners are. Five Stars and then some. Rick, Lo and the gang rock big time. Hoping for number three before long.. RICK CANTELLI, P.I. (Book II) Deadly Liasons Bernard Lee DeLeo does it again. This second installment in the Rick Cantelli, P.I. series is just awesome. I love as always the ways that he writes his character's interactions, and I think adding Trish to the mix was just the cherry on top of an already wonderful group of people. The quips and one liners never seemed to stop, and the action kept the story moving at a fast pace that never seemed to want to let you take a breath.

All the President's Menus Audiobook by Julie Hyzy

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Julie Hyzy) — Fri, 10 Apr 2015 08:04:26 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: All the President's Menus Subtitle: A White House Chef Mystery Author: Julie Hyzy Narrator: Eileen Stevens Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 04-10-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 77 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: It's an old adage that too many cooks spoil the broth. But when a tour of the White House kitchen by a group of foreign chefs ends in murder, it's Olivia Paras who finds herself in the soup.... Due to a government sequester, entertaining at the White House has been severely curtailed. So executive chef Olivia Paras is delighted to hear that plans are still on to welcome a presidential candidate from the country of Saardisca - the first woman to run for office - and four of that nation's top chefs. But while leading the chefs on a kitchen tour, pastry chef Marcel passes out suddenly - and later claims he was drugged. When one of the visiting chefs collapses and dies, it's clear someone has infiltrated the White House with ill intent. Could it be an anti-Saardiscan zealot? Is the candidate a target? Are the foreign chefs keeping more than their recipes a secret? Once again Olivia must make sleuthing the special of the day.... Critic Reviews: "A compulsively readable whodunit full of juicy behind-the-Oval Office details, flavorful characters, and a satisfying side dish of red herrings." (Publishers Weekly) "Stellar adventure.... Delightful." (Carolyn Hart, New York Times best-selling author of Death Comes Silently) "This series burns as bright as the sun during a sweltering D.C. summer." (Seattle Post-Intelligencer) "[A] unique setting, strong characters, sharp conflict, and snappy plotting.... Hyzy's research into the backstage kitchen secrets of the White House gives this series a special savor that will make you hungry for more." (Susan Wittig Albert, New York Times best-selling author of Widow's Tears) Members Reviews: Another Great Book in a Delightful Series This is an entertaining series with engaging characters. I look forward to read about what happens next. Great storyline I really enjoy the story of the Ollie Perez series. Strong characters who seem real I their idiosyncrasies. Fun! Good story Really like the characters, they are well developed and the story is fast paced. The ending is usually a surprise. Another great book with an awesome narrator Love the whole series! Eileen Stevens is one of my favorite narrators. Overall, the experience was wholly enjoyable! Super Chef I have mixed feelings about this engaging series which features White House chef Olivia (Ollie) Paris. I love how the author made Ollie a strong, confident woman who isn't afraid to speak her mind. Ollie is a refreshing change from all the wimpy, submissive female characters who have been featured in popular fiction the last few years. Unfortunately, the plot of All the President's borders on the ridiculous. No way in hell would the Secret Service allow unknown chefs from an unfriendly country assess to the White House kitchen and the food eaten by the First Family. I am afraid that the author is running out of credible ideas for amateur detective Ollie. FYI, these books contain absolutely no swearing or sex scenes (not even for the newly married Ollie).

The Blue Movie Murders Audiobook by Ellery Queen

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ellery Queen) — Wed, 29 Oct 2014 17:10:53 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Blue Movie Murders Subtitle: Mike McCall, Book 3 Author: Ellery Queen Narrator: Mark Peckham Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 10-29-14 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Blue film and blood-red murder! All Hollywood producer Ben Sloane had wanted was to find Sol Dahlman, the mysterious film genius who had made The Wild Nymph - and now Sloane is dead. "Go up to Rockview," the governor tells Mike McCall, "and get me the killer!" But it isn't quite that easy. The Mann Photo Service, long rumored to be a center of the blue-movie industry, is torn by a strike, and nobody is talking to strangers - not Xavier Mann, not Mayor Jordan, not beautiful April Evans, who refuses even to tell who she is or why she, too, is investigating the murder. Then, just to make the job a little harder, Cynthia Rhodes and her women's liberation raiders hit town - and a man named Carry Tanner decides McCall has lived too long. Members Reviews: Tricky mystery A popular director is killed after he had gone looking for a student who directed a blue movie 20 years earlier. The governor sends his investigator to find the killer. There is a plant strike, a women's lib group, a senate investigator, and a whole town out to get in his way. Plus, one of the strikers is out to kill him. Five Stars As all prior Ellery Queen books I have read, keeps you interested throughout. Glad to have it Ghosted by Edward D. Hoch. Enjoyable. Glad to have it.

The Detective's Daughter Audiobook by Lesley Thomson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lesley Thomson) — Tue, 19 Jul 2016 00:31:56 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Detective's Daughter Author: Lesley Thomson Narrator: Paul Ansdell Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 07-19-16 Publisher: Dreamscape Media, LLC Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: It was the murder that shocked the nation. Thirty years ago, Kate Rokesmith went walking by the river with her young son. She never came home. For three decades her case file has lain, unsolved, in the corner of an attic - until Stella Darnell, daughter of Detective Chief Superintendent Darnell, starts to clear out her father's house after his death. Members Reviews: creative writing class Would you try another book from Lesley Thomson and/or Paul Ansdell? Probably not, unless it got rave reviews--as for the author. Paul Ansdell is good. What could Lesley Thomson have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you? The book seemed to be demonstrations of creative writing essays which were accomplished but not relevant to the story of this book. The book has an absurdly long intro/background--through chapter 12, much of which really didn't advance the plot or character development. I wondered if the book was really a cobbled-together combination of short pieces written, as I said, for a creative writing class. Which character as performed by Paul Ansdell was your favorite? I actually didn't like any of the characters except the dead detective. Sarah seemed to be off her trolley for no good reason that I could determine. Was The Detective's Daughter worth the listening time? Barely, but I made it through. Different A very unique perspective. I enjoyed the story and the narrator. Amateur detectives usually devolve into extreme caricatures, not so in this case. This was not a jam packed thriller, but more a slow build with a natural and inevitable end.

Silver Spire Audiobook by Robert Goldsborough

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Robert Goldsborough) — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 15:50:39 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Silver Spire Subtitle: A Nero Wolfe Mystery, Book 6 Author: Robert Goldsborough Narrator: L J Ganser Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 02-05-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 58 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: When a fellow shamus gets charged with murder, Wolfe comes to his rescue Staten Island would be forgettable were it not for the gleaming Tabernacle of the Silver Spire, where thousands of congregants come every Sunday to hear the sermons of Barnabas Bay. Millions more tune in on television, giving the good Reverend international fame, and a chance to spread the gospel from New York Citys harbor all the way to South Korea. But threatening notes have been appearing in the collection bag, suggesting that one of the faithful has decided its time this good shepherd get the hook. Believing organized religion is nothing more than a scam, rotund sleuth Nero Wolfe refuses to investigate the threats, instead recommending veteran investigator Fred Durkin for the case. But when Durkin is accused of murdering the Reverends assistant, Wolfe fights to clear his name. He may not be a Christian, but he will always help a brother in need. Members Reviews: Entertaining! Nero Wolfe was created by author Rex Stout in 1934. I read many of the books written by Stout and always enjoyed them. Robert Goldsborough continued the series beginning in 1986. Nero Wolfe is an eccentric, slightly grumpy, and brilliant detective. Wolfe rarely leaves his home in New York City. Archie Goodwin is Wolfe's capable, wise cracking assistant. They are one of the most unique and interesting teams in mystery fiction. This story is briskly paced, and includes some colorful characters. It is a "whodunit" that had me guessing right to the end. Narrator L.J. Ganser has just the right tone for this narration. There is no graphic violence or sex, and no vulgar language. Nero and Archie return! 4 & 1/2 stars--not quite 5 Robert Goldsborough has done a pretty good job re-creating The Nero Wolfe mystery series. I've truly enjoyed reading them. Mainly, the only thing that gives a slight discomfort is that Goldsborough has brought them out of the 1940-1960 time frame they were originally in to a more modern time (not sure when, exactly, but they now use computers). This would make them both be retirement age, or beyond, but Archie is still his eternally young self, and Nero never changes anyway. Suppose he actually is timeless :-) In this book, Wolfe is originally approached by someone from a huge mega-church who is seeking help in finding someone who is anonymously putting warning notes into the collection bag that threaten the minister, Barnaby Bay. Because of Wolfe's general antipathy toward organized religion he simply refuses to take on the case. So Archie suggests that one of the men who does investigations for them, Fred Durkin, be employed for the job instead. Unfortunately, someone gets shot with Fred Durkin's gun after he dares to suggest that the notes are an inside job, and he is arrested. This, finally, gets Wolfe motivated to take the job because he won't let anything happen to those he cares about. I have enjoyed listening to this series. In general Goldsborough has done a surprisingly good job of pulling Wolfe and Goodwin onto fresh pages. He has kept the original cast of characters, and in general, the same formula for the books that worked so well for Rex Stout. And I've read all the originals several times, so I think I'm a good critic. Generally, I have also enjoyed LJ Ganser's performance of them.

Rest in Pieces Audiobook by Rita Mae Brown

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Rita Mae Brown) — Thu, 14 Jun 2012 14:35:19 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Rest in Pieces Author: Rita Mae Brown Narrator: Kate Forbes Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 06-14-12 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 99 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: In this second entry from The New York Times best-selling series by Rita Mae Brown and Sneaky Pie Brown, the citizens of Crozet, Virginia, reap a gruesome harvest - of human body parts. Ever since her husbands affair, Mary Minor Harry Haristeen has taken a sabbatical from men. The 30-ish divorcée is content to tend her farm and gain a birds-eye view of the neighbors from her perch as small-town postmistress. Yet when a hunky city slicker comes to town with no clue about farming, shes happy to show him the ropes. When pieces of a dismembered body crop up around Crozet, however, the wary townsfolk reckon the handsome stranger is the culprit. But as Harry and her sleuthing pets - Mrs. Murphy the cat and Tee Tucker the dog - sniff out the clues, they have other notions. While the unique trio follows a curious trail, Kate Forbes charming narration captures the spirit of each colorful character - whether human, feline, or canine. Critic Reviews: A spooky, baffling tale ( Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: In Spite of Myself . . . If you could sum up Rest in Pieces in three words, what would they be? Cat, Dog, Postmisstress Who was your favorite character and why? My favorite is Boom Boom Craycroft. Who hasn't known a woman like that? Which character as performed by Kate Forbes was your favorite? My favorite is Mrs. Murphy. Why? I can imagine a cat with that attitude. Imagine her? I had a cat just like her! Any additional comments? I love this series in spite of the slightly corny gimmick of the cats and dog that can understand their humans and react in a terrifically human way. Don't we all wish it were true? Another Murphy classic There were a few too many characters to keep straight,but overall a good Murphy solved mystery

Threats Audiobook by Amelia Gray

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Amelia Gray) — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 23:03:00 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Threats Author: Amelia Gray Narrator: Hillary Huber Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 02-28-12 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 2.5 of 5 out of 22 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: A blazingly original, electrifying mystery of love and loss from the haunted imagination of Amelia Gray. In the dead of winter, David, a retired dentist in an unnamed town in Ohio, is pretty sure his wife, Franny, is dead. But he cant quite figure out what killed her or why she had to die. Disoriented by grief, David struggles to unravel these mysteries - which become increasingly baffling when he starts finding a series of elaborate and escalating threats hidden around his home: "I will gather your oldest friends at my home and we will have a conversation." "You will hear us talking but when you come into the room we will stop talking." Who left these notes? Was someone out to get Franny? Are they coming for him? Unfortunately for David, Detective Chico is also on the case and is intent on asking him questions that he doesnt know the answers to and introducing him to people - including a therapist who is practicing dream analysis in Davids garage without his knowledge or consent - who dont appear to have Davids best interests in mind. With no one to trust, David is forced to rely on his own memories and faculties, but they, too, are proving unreliable. Full of psychological twists and turns, Threats beautifully balances moments of utter bewilderment and perfect clarity. Amelia Gray builds a world that is eerie yet familiar, violent yet tender. With ability and precision far beyond her years, Gray grabs you on the first page and never loosens her grip. Amelia Gray grew up in Tucson, Arizona, and received her MFA from Texas State University. Her first collection of stories, AM/PM, was published in 2009. Her second collection, Museum of the Weird, was selected for the Ronald Sukenick American Book Review Innovative Fiction Prize in 2010. She lives in Los Angeles. Threats is her first novel. Critic Reviews: Praise for the works of Amelia Gray: ArrestingPowerfulBrave. ( New York Times Book Review) Members Reviews: Experimental Fiction Where does Threats rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? I'm glad it was short. Threats features some of the best writing I've come across in a while. However, the story itself was lacking. Great atmosphere, creepy characters, chilling setup, building tension, and then... poof. It suddenly ended. Readers smarter than I probably appreciated it for that very fact, but I prefer a little more payoff in the books I choose to read. Luckily it was short, and I don't really feel I wasted 7 hours of my life. I will keep thinking on this one and maybe revisit it down the road. If youve listened to books by Amelia Gray before, how does this one compare? My first Amelia Gray book. I will probably investigate some of her short stories down the road, just for curiosity's sake. Have you listened to any of Hillary Hubers other performances before? How does this one compare? Don't think I've heard Hillary Huber before, but she did a great job with this one. Her forced, dry tone added to the atmosphere of the novel in a meaningful way. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Sure, I kept hoping it was going somewhere. Any additional comments? Don't buy this unless you're fan of experimental fiction. UGH This book wasnt for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more? Didn't understand the book at all.

Threadbare Audiobook by Monica Ferris

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Monica Ferris) — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 20:56:36 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Threadbare Subtitle: A Needlecraft Mystery Author: Monica Ferris Narrator: Susan Boyce Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 12-06-11 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 110 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: When an elderly homeless woman is found dead on the shore of Lake Minnetonka, she's wearing something that holds the key to her identity but also opens up a mystery. Embroidered on her blouse is her will, in which she bequeaths everything she owns to her niece: Emily Hame, a member of the Monday Bunch at Betsy Devonshire's Crewel World needlework shop! Emily's aunt turns out to be the second homeless woman to be found dead under mysterious circumstances. It's up to Betsy to discover the common thread between the deaths - and to determine if a murderer may strike again. Members Reviews: One of the better entries in the series If you could sum up Threadbare in three words, what would they be? With Threadbare, Monica Ferris has gotten back into the swing with the Needlecraft Mystery series. A plot that you couldn't figure out immediately, more new characters, but retaining enough of the basic charm of the series to make it well worth reading/listening to. ENJOYED THE STORY, BUT NOT THE NARRATION When I'm in the mood for an "easy listening" book I often choose Monica Ferris. The stories are entertaining and the characters are likeable. I also enjoy the setting. Excelsior is a real place I have visited many times. I've had lunch at Antiquity Rose - it really does exist and the food is very good. If you've enjoyed other Monica Ferris books, you'll probably enjoy this one. Narrator Susan Boyce has a pleasing voice, good diction, and did an acceptable job with character voices. However her pauses and emphasis on words seemed "off" to me. Many times it sounded to me like she was reading the text for the first time. I would definately listen closely to the audio sample of any other book she narrated before I purchased it. The only needlework I've ever done was a few crewel embroidery projects many years ago. I enjoyed it, but it did not become hobby for me. The book includes discussions of needlework, but I don't find them overly long or tedious. This is a relaxing "cozy" mystery. I believe I might have enjoyed it more with a different narrator. Monica Ferris is one of my favorite authors I always happy to have a new release from Monica Ferris - her charactors are very real. OK for mind candy and you are a fiber person What did you like best about Threadbare? What did you like least? I enjoyed the light hearted story. It was a no brainer just to listen to it. It is very specific target audience: fiber artists. The story line was light on substance and a little moralistic but overall I enjoy her writing. What do you think your next listen will be? I will read the Tipping Point What do you think the narrator could have done better? nothing to recommend Did Threadbare inspire you to do anything? My grandmother worked hardanger so it was interesting to hear how difficult it is to do. I would like to explore it. I thoroughly enjoyed this installment I thoroughly enjoyed this installment, especially the ending. I highly recommend this audiobook/book to fans of cozy mysteries, but suggest starting with the first installment.

Thankless in Death Audiobook by J. D. Robb

biacuaduc@gmail.com (J. D. Robb) — Tue, 17 Sep 2013 11:29:27 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Thankless in Death Subtitle: In Death, Book 37 Author: J. D. Robb Narrator: Susan Ericksen Format: Abridged Length: 7 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 09-17-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 61 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: In the latest suspense thriller in the number-one New York Times best-selling series, the year 2060 is drawing to a close in New York City and loved ones are coming together for Thanksgiving. But sometimes the deepest hatreds seethe within the closest relationships, and blood flows faster than water Lieutenant Eve Dallas has plenty to be grateful for this season. Hosting Roarkes big Irish family for the holiday may be challenging, but its a joyful improvement on her own dark childhood. Other couples arent as lucky as Eve and Roarke. The Reinholds, for example, are lying in their home stabbed and bludgeoned almost beyond recognition. Those who knew them are stunned - and heartbroken by the evidence that they were murdered by their own son. Twenty-six-year-old Jerry hadnt made a great impression on the bosses who fired him or the girlfriend who dumped him - but they didnt think he was capable of this. Turns out Jerry is not only capable of brutality but taking a liking to it. With the money hes stolen from his parents and a long list of grievances, he intends to finally make his mark on the world. Eve and her team already know the who, how, and why of this murder. What they need to pinpoint is where Jerrys going to strike next. Members Reviews: Perfection! As always, Susan Erickson is the best narrator out there for this series. I can't imagine anyone else narrating the In Death series! The story was great and love the voices she gives to each character. A+ Graphic description The only reason for the four stars was, for me personally, the graphic details during the murders was too much for my listening. I've listen to/read many of the "in death" series and don't remember any with this level of detail. The narrator is excellent. Her voice/accent change makes the story. I still will read/listen to more of the "in death" series. One of her best! Where does Thankless in Death rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? It ranks high. I think it is the best of the "In Death" series so far and I've read all of them. What does Susan Ericksen bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? She does an excellent job with the accents and different moods that need to be conveyed through the story. She did an especially great job with the voice/tone/mood of the antagonist in this story. It gave me the chills to listen to "him" talk. Any additional comments? This book was one of, if not the best Robb has done with this series. The characters were so real. The antagonist was one of the most dangerous, mean, spiteful and all around evil characters yet. There were parts that were gruesome to hear-I skipped a little. But the plot and ideas, cat and mouse situations were just superb. I also liked that Roark's family was in it and softened Dallas even more as a person. I'd recommend this to anyone who likes a good mystery,

Calendar of Crime Audiobook by Ellery Queen

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ellery Queen) — Thu, 19 Nov 2015 08:60:43 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Calendar of Crime Author: Ellery Queen Narrator: Traber Burns Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 11-19-15 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 13 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: In the merry month of May, Ellery Queen made a trek to Gettysburg to witness an annual celebration - and an annual murder. February found the ingenious Ellery locked in a furious battle of wits with a dead US president. These are but two of the 12 appointments with crime that make up Queen's baffling calendar of conundrums. Each elegant enigma ticks off all the surprise and excitement that have made Queen the dean of American detective fiction. Stories include: "The Inner Circle," "The President's Half Dime", "The Ides of Michael Magoon", "The Emperor's Dice", "The Gettysburg Bugle", "The Medical Finger", "The Fallen Angel", "The Needle's Eye", "The Three Rs", "The Dead Cat", "The Telltale Bottle", and "The Dauphin's Doll". Members Reviews: Fantastic Similar to LeBlanc's Eight Strokes of the Cloick, this is a great collection of twelve mystetries--one for each month. A fun listen with some challenging and other easy stories. A crime for each month... Overall, a pretty good collection of short stories with more hits than misses. Each story is set during a different month, beginning with January, and several of them deal with holidays. Traber Burns is pretty good at narrating Queen.

The King Audiobook by Steven James

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Steven James) — Thu, 22 Aug 2013 15:17:05 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The King Subtitle: The Bowers Files Author: Steven James Narrator: Richard Ferrone Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 08-22-13 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 115 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Patrick Bowers has pursued the nation's fiercest serial killers - and now one elusive foe is back for revenge. Settling into a new post at the FBI academy, Patrick and his fiancée, Lien-hua Jiang, are planning their future together with his stepdaughter, Tessa. But just when his life seems normal, a demon from the past returns to draw him down a dark road he hoped had closed forever. Forced into a desperate hunt to save the two women he loves most, Patrick is in a race against time to stop an international conspiracy from becoming the most widespread act of terrorism in U.S. history. Members Reviews: An interesting listen with some decent twist but.. What made the experience of listening to The King the most enjoyable? The narration is good and the storyline keeps you hooked and intrigued for the most part. What was one of the most memorable moments of The King? I like what Raven does to her abductor in the car. Which scene was your favorite? I like the interaction scenes between Patrick and his daughter. If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be? You could not make a film out of this book and do it justice. Any additional comments? This was a pretty interesting book maybe a little dark and gory for some and I think it is ironic that this series is an Inspirational book series because I do not find that they offer any good uplifting inspirations. Of course if you used the reasoning and logic of Agent Bowers inspiration does not necessarily have to be for the good and more likely people are inspired to act on the evil that is in them. I do not listen to these books for any great inspirations anyway but purely for the mystery and intrigue of the story. This book hooks you right at first and does a pretty good job of keeping your attention through out but there are a few eye roller moments, places where it tends to drag, get a little to technical and some scenes you can see coming from a long way off. Also I was disappointed in the ending with a anthropophagus gnawing its way through the chapters of the next book as I was hoping for something different to digest. Overall if you like mystery and intrigue this book does a pretty good job of delivering. James is a master at weaving plots Where does The King rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? Certainly is among the best Who was your favorite character and why? Patrick Bowers, detective, is at his best. Less blood, guts and gore did no harm to the plotline. Suspense was tight all the way. I saw more depth in the other characters and really came to like Ralph a lot. Tessa is more real in this story. Which scene was your favorite? I liked the scene where he shot Bask with firm decision. If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be? Patrick Bowers at his best. Any additional comments? I still miss transition sentences when the scenes jump back and forth, causing a head jolt. The research in this series is phenomenal. Well done, Steven James! great series hooe more us coming for dr bowers great reader a big key and story lines are fantastic as well. dr bowers hope you have more books ahead Excellent book in Bowers File collection As with all of the Bowers File books, this one didn't disappoint. Great storyline that kept my interest all the way to the end. Richard Ferrone is the best at narrating this series. Awsome I love the entire Jack Bowers Series.

And All That Madness Audiobook by Joan Merrill

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Joan Merrill) — Wed, 05 Mar 2014 16:24:16 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: And All That Madness Subtitle: A Casey McKie mystery Author: Joan Merrill Narrator: Alisa Clancy Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 03-05-14 Publisher: Saying It With Jazz Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: When the New York Jazz Society acquires a fifty-year old letter from Georgia Valentine, questions arise over the legendary vocalist's death. Did she give herself a fatal dose of heroin, as the original investigators ruled, or did someone kill her? And if it was murder, what was the motive? Casey moves her operation from San Francisco to New York to investigate the cold case. With no shortage of suspects, Casey ultimately uncovers evidence revealing a surprising killer. ©2012 Joan Merrill (P)2014 Joan Merrill Critic Reviews: "A very welcome addition for the growing army of fans of Joan Merrill's series of jazz-connected detective novels featuring Casey McKieClancy's voice is a perfect fit for the mood, effortlessly conjuring up the atmosphere, then and now, of New York's jazz sceneThe crisp pace and snappy dialogue of Joan Merrill's books is brought to vibrant life by Alisa Clancy and this will appeal both to lovers of crime fiction and to jazz fans. Those who are fans of both genres will be especially delighted." (Jazz Mostly, Jazz Journal International) "Listening to the audio And all That Madness was like watching a good movie with my ears. Loved it!!!! Outstanding work from Alisa Clancy!" (Afrikahn Jahmal Dayvs, JaZzLine Radio and TV, jzl1.wordpress.com) "Through the excellent and nuanced narration of KCSMs Alicia Clancy, the characters of this fifty- year-old cold case become vividly alive. What a thrill for my first audio book experience! It was well worth the six- hour-plus listening time." (Denise Perrier, jazz singer, San Francisco, deniseperrier.com) Members Reviews: Reall Good Jazz Mystery Fifty years ago, famous jazz singer Georgia Valentineâs death was ruled a suicide by an accidental overdose. Recently a private letter written from Georgia to a friend has been discovered and it suggests that Georgia was killed. PI Casey McKie is intrigued and goes to New York to figure out of Georgia was killed and by who. Casey starts her search with numerous shady jazz clubs, Georgiaâs friends and drug dealer, and a mafia boss. She also looks into the investigators that deemed Georgiaâs death a suicide. This was a really good book. You can tell that Joan Merrill loves jazz. As you follow Casey through the investigation you can hear the music in the background. The mystery was great, I didnât know who did it until the end but everyone had a connection to Georgia and a reason to be a suspect. This is my first book by Joan Merrill that I have read, but I liked how you could read this as a stand alone book. I liked it so much I will be getting the preceding three books. I received this book from Virtual Author Book Tours for free in exchange for a review and to take part in the tour. Delightful Jazz Mystery! Casey is in New York investigating the death of a world famous jazz singer, Georgia Valentine. Did she die of a drug over dose as the coroner, said or was it murder. Casey takes into the modern day jazz scene as she visits some of the colorful, often seedy locations in New York while she investigates. And All That Madness makes reference to some of the classic jazz singers, such as Elia Fitzerald. I loved these references as they made this modern day jazz mystery have the feel of a more classic mystery. Ms. Merrill's characters are colorful and quirky and the plot well developed.

I Will Have Vengeance Audiobook by Maurizio de Giovanni

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Maurizio de Giovanni) — Tue, 21 Apr 2015 01:00:60 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I Will Have Vengeance Subtitle: Commissario Ricciardi, Book 1 Author: Maurizio de Giovanni Narrator: Grover Gardner Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 04-21-15 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 22 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Naples, 1931. A bitter wind stalks the city streets, and murder lies at its chilled heart. When Maestro Vezzi, one of the world's greatest tenors, is found brutally murdered in his dressing room at Naples' famous San Carlo theater, the enigmatic and aloof Commissario Ricciardi is called to investigate. Arrogant and bad-tempered, Vezzi was hated by many. But with the livelihoods of the opera at stake, who would have committed such a callous act? Ricciardi and his loyal colleague Maione are determined to discover the truth, but Ricciardi carries a secret of his own. Will it help him solve this murder? Members Reviews: Little right, a Lot Wrong First mistake was buying three by the same author before listening to one. The second was since I had run out of everything by Donna Leon and starting to feel homesick for her Italy, the setting appealed. In comparison it felt like the author was using her template and filling in the blanks with a poorly crafted pen. You're not going to fall into like with this character. Or any of the characters. The story was too contrived throughout and poorly done at that. Some dialogue very fast and choppy, sounding as if the reader did so simply to make another voice. Ever too much crystal balling. If I'd purchased these as hard copies I would return the other two without taking out of the bag. Compelling start to mystery series set in 1939s Italy I was at first put off by the detective's apparent ability to "see" dead people, but the author primarily uses this as a metaphor for empathetic observation of the cruel inequities existing in fascist 1930s Naples. Good writing and strong characterizations in a dramatic setting. Will download the second book in this series. series review: very good noir; a bit unusual The 7 books in the series are good- some are very good. i have my quibbles and complaints about a couple of 'em (i.e. the author intentionally misleads) but mystery novels often have those issues. the books also bring a nice flavor of naples. grover gardner is great as always--yes, his italian is a bit off...but an excellent narrator.

Deadly Dreams Audiobook by Kylie Brant

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kylie Brant) — Tue, 26 May 2015 07:48:49 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Deadly Dreams Author: Kylie Brant Narrator: Bronson Pinchot Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 05-26-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 20 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: Risa Chandler's prescient dreams of death and murder haunted her nights. They also proved invaluable for Adam Raiker's brilliant team of forensic criminologists, the Mindhunters, until a tragic end to one case shattered Risa's confidence and drove her into seclusion. But for Risa, there's no hiding from death - or from her dreams. Members Reviews: great very intriguing and keeps you guessing. just when you think you may have it all figured out, they put a twist in it.

Sleeping Beauty Audiobook by Ross Macdonald

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ross Macdonald) — Mon, 18 Feb 2008 22:51:03 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sleeping Beauty Subtitle: A Lew Archer novel Author: Ross Macdonald Narrator: Tom Parker Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 02-18-08 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 31 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: The young Lennox heiress - glimpsed for a haunting moment on the beach, clutching an oil-drenched sea bird in her arms - has disappeared, and while on her trail, Archer finds himself journeying into the hidden lives of a family twisted by money, power, and a compulsive instinct for infidelity. More mayhem? Try our other mysteries. Members Reviews: Solid prose from Chandler and Hammett's succesor Good and effortless narrative, using th E hardboiled framework to depict broken dreams and lives of characters without control. even the protagonist is not fully empowered. Not predictable at all with its various twists and revelations

The Last Watchman Still Rides Audiobook by Jonathan Watkins

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jonathan Watkins) — Mon, 21 Nov 2016 20:03:56 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/478/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Last Watchman Still Rides Author: Jonathan Watkins Narrator: Brian Callanan Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 11-21-16 Publisher: Jonathan Watkins Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 19 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective Publisher's Summary: His name is Roarke. His history is a swath of blood and violence. Released from prison after another man died under his fists, he's found some semblance of peace as a private investigator. Sometimes he's hired to solve a problem. Sometimes he's hired to do something mean. He prefers the one, but he isn't above the other. When he's hired to locate a gorgeous banking executive's missing niece, Roarke suspects the case might be just another ugly custody fight between the girl's parents. A single gunshot aimed his way proves him wrong and convinces him to give the missing girl his undivided attention. Soon, Roarke finds himself drawn away from his Detroit lair and into the northern wilderness where an armed militia calling themselves the Sovereign North are holding the girl. Lead by a silver-tongued preacher and a remorseless killer called The Last Watchman, the Sovereign North are waiting for him. They think they can bargain with him. They think he can be reasoned with. They're wrong. Members Reviews: A great new hard boiled detective series If you could sum up The Last Watchman Still Rides in three words, what would they be? Very gritty, excellent character development. Superb narration. I recently made a 10 hour drive and this audiobook was the perfect accompaniment. This is one tough guy! Beaten, shot, stabbed, and betrayed this guy never quits. This main character is a little dark but still a good guy. Rules don't apply -- if he makes it his mission nothing short of death will stop him. The story was pretty good although it dragged in a few places. I think this is worth a credit and I'll look for sequels. I received this book for free in exchange for an unbiased review from Audiobook Boom. Solid action thriller If you could sum up The Last Watchman Still Rides in three words, what would they be? See headline. The story is solid and has good action. It follows the popular ex soldier turned detective for hire who is a one man A team. Nothing new here but still a good story. Who was your favorite character and why? The cab driver. He called his cab service Johnny Cab. You know. From Total Recall. What does Brian Callanan bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? His gravely and rugged voice was a perfect match for the main character. No way my internal voice could be that. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? No extreme reaction. I did find that if I skipped a day, listened over the holidays, that it took a bit to get back into. I was all excited at first and then would lose interest. This wasn't the fault of the author or narrator; but, for some reason, despite thoroughly enjoying the book, I often had to force myself to turn it on and not listen to something else. Hopefully that is just me. Any additional comments? I was voluntarily provided this free review copy audiobook by the author, narrator, or publisher. Fantastic! Any additional comments? I was immediately drawn into the story by Brian's engaging timbre. The story was interesting and full of action and suspense but it's his narration that made this story STELLAR. Definitely looking forward to hearing more from this narrator. Bravo! Solid Story Solid story with well thought out characters and some nice plot twists.