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Flight of the Intruder Audiobook by Stephen Coonts

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Stephen Coonts) — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 15:42:56 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Flight of the Intruder Author: Stephen Coonts Narrator: Benjamin L. Darcie Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 06-12-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 218 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Hailed as the finest combat aviation novel to emerge from the Vietnam War, Flight of the Intruder spent 28 weeks on the New York Times hardcover best-seller list and became one of the top-20 best-selling first novels of all time. An instant classic, the book was translated into more than 20 languages and made into a major motion picture. Its hero, Jake Grafton, became a household name and the star of many more Coonts best-sellers. Without question, the strength of the book lies in its flying scenes when Jake Grafton straps himself into the cockpit of his A-6 Intruder. Jakes love of flying is contagious whether you are hearing the book for the first time or listening to it for the third. No one better captures the world of Navy carrier pilots than Stephen Coonts. An Intruder pilot who flew combat missions off the deck of the USS Enterprise in the Vietnam War, Coonts lived the life he writes about, and he puts readers inside the hearts and minds of the pilots to reveal a world unknown to those outside the naval aviators fraternity. Few will forget the books final gut-wrenching scene when Jakes once-innocent love of flying gives way to guilt and frustration and the need to give meaning to the deaths of his comrades. Members Reviews: Great stuff! War and romance. Okay, I am an unabashed Stephen Coonts fan. This 1986 novel set in the Vietnam war period features 26 year old Jake Grafton as a US Navy pilot in combat. It is the first novel in the 10 book Jake Grafton series and it was also the first to be released as a movie in 1991. Frankly, Stephen Coonts' books are of inconsistent quality, but the worst are excellent. Since the beginning of Coonts' Tommy Carmellini series, all books in both series have had Grafton and Carmellini as co-protagonists. Narration is excellent, but Coonts changes narrators too often in his 38 audiobooks. Superb Storytelling! Where does Flight of the Intruder rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? This audio book is top 10% among all of the ones I have listened to. What did you like best about this story? A lot of books start with a good premise that gets lost along the way. Coonts starts, follows through, and delivers an awesome conclusion to a fantastic book. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Certainly Flight of the intruder I've read this before probably 25 years ago. It's still an excellent story. I recommend it. For aviation buffs What did you like best about Flight of the Intruder? What did you like least? If you want to know the intimate details of how an aircraft carrier works, this one is for you. Ditto if you've always wanted to be a fighter pilot. If you are not into the aviation minutia, then maybe take a pass. The acronyms build up to the point that it gets confusing sometimes -- and I worked for the government! "He glanced at the CREP and then adjusted the ITB." That kind of thing. That said, the book did bring back memories of the Vietnam War and was interesting as the perspective of a participant. The main character is competent but not a super-hero. He's believable, but the love story is not. Actually, that may not be an apt description.

It's In His Kiss Audiobook by Julia Quinn

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Julia Quinn) — Tue, 29 Aug 2006 12:10:01 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: It's In His Kiss Author: Julia Quinn Narrator: Simon Prebble Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 08-29-06 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 621 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: His brother, always a champion of Gareth, leaves him a diary written in Italian. Unsure of what to do with the mysterious journal, he heads to his grandmother's house where he meets Hyacinth Bridgerton, youngest of the famed eight Bridgerton siblings. Though she is known for being outspoken and dramatic, there is something charming about her that keeps her in everyone's good graces. Fortunately for Gareth, Hyacinth can read Italian and, as she begins to decipher the text, clues to the mysterious St. Clair history begin to unravel. Long ago, Gareth's grandmother hid jewels on the St. Claire estate, jewels that can replenish St. Claire coffers left bare by Lord St. Claire's gambling debts. As Gareth and Hyacinth begin their search, they soon realize that they're uncovering another treasure, a love infinitely more precious than any shiny bauble. Critic Reviews: "Practically bouncing with humor, this book will keep readers happily on edge, waiting to see how the final unmarried Bridgerton will fare in Quinn's talented hands." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: Solid historical romance This is another installment in the Bridgerton family series. You do NOT have to read the preceding books to enjoy this book. It stands alone. This is probably one of the weakest of Ms Quinn's books, who I have come to count on for witty repartee (Audible, please publish her earlier books). There are some moments worthy of a laugh or two, but not to the usual level. I actually bought this in paper quite a while back, and even a mediocre Quinn book shapes into a decent historical romance. But obviously it was not that memorable, since I bought it again on Audible as I couldn't remember reading it. That said, it makes a better book to *listen* to than to *read* -- a real credit to the narrator. I was a little concerned to start - he is a older male voice - but he read the characters skillfully, and really gave "flavour" to the book -- an excellent reader (although the whole sex scene seemed, well -- I had to turn down the volume on my MP3 player as I expected shocked stares from others on the bus ;-) Our heroine is intelligent and strong (although the way she is described, she borderlines being a shrew) from a loving and large family. Our hero is a reforming rake, with a seriously dysfunctional relationship with his nasty father. Hero and Heroine are thrown together while attempting to solve a mystery (the mystery was not that engaging, but that is fine, I didn't buy this for the mystery). There is the holding back of secrets, that impedes the relationship between our hero and heroine, it is eventually (of course) cleared up. The story was stronger at the start, a little rushed at the end, their relationship happened a little too fast, but overall it was a fine romance. This book is not Julia Quinn's best, but still a solid, albeit a little predictable, historical romance. It gets 3 stars (3.5 stars for the parts that make me laugh/smile). The narrator pushes it to 4 stars (I am going to look for more from Mr Prebble!) Recommended. Enjoyable i enjoyed this book. the narration was good with good voice inflection so you could feel the mood. I would choose more books by this author Incomplete Narration Here was the second book that did not have the 2nd Epilogue. I was forced into buying this version when the other version was pulled from audible for U.S. sale.

The Weight of Night Audiobook by Christine Carbo

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Christine Carbo) — Tue, 06 Jun 2017 01:43:51 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Weight of Night Subtitle: A Novel of Suspense Author: Christine Carbo Narrator: R. C. Bray, Sarah Mollo-Christensen Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 06-06-17 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 142 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: In a land sculpted by glaciers, the forest is on fire. Thick smoke chokes the mountain air and casts a twilight glow over the imposing mountains and vistas of Montana's Glacier National Park. When firefighters are called in to dig fuel line breaks near the small town bordering the park, a crew member is shocked to unearth a shallow grave containing human remains. Park police officer Monty Harris is summoned to the site to conduct an excavation. But with a 2,500-degree incendiary monster threatening to barrel through the town and no forensic detective on hand, Monty must work outside protocol. So he seeks help from Gretchen Larson, the county's lead crime scene investigator and someone on whom Monty feels he can rely. The two are working against the clock to determine the true identity of the victim when a teenager suddenly disappears from one of the campgrounds in Glacier. Could the cases somehow be connected? As chances for recovery of the missing boy grow slimmer and the FBI finds only dead ends, Gretchen and Monty desperately race to fit all the pieces together in time. The Weight of Night is Christine Carbo's latest book in a series that "paints a moving picture of complex, flawed people fighting to make their way in a wilderness where little is black or white" (Publishers Weekly). This gripping thriller is a tribute to the power of family, set against one of America's most majestic and unforgiving landscapes. Members Reviews: Another Good Installment To The Series I have listened to Christine Carbo's first two novels, The Wild Inside and Mortal Fall, and loved them so I looked forward to a third with great anticipation. I have not been disappointed. Carbo seems to get better with each book and The Weight of Night is my favorite of the series so far. Like the previous two books, The Weight of Night takes place in and around Glacier National Park in Montana. It's fire season and the forest fires are raging out of control. Amidst the conflagration, firefighters unearth a shallow grave containing human remains. Monty Harris, a Park Police Officer, and Gretchen Larson, a crime scene investigator, are called in to excavate the remains and discover who they belong to and how they got there. In the midst of all this a boy vacationing in Glacier Park with his family goes missing and Monty and Gretchen have to work fast to find him. Monty and Gretchen are characters from the previous two books, and in this third one we learn a lot more about Gretchen and her interesting and tragic past. Carbo is a wonderful writer. Her descriptive prose is just beautiful and gets better with every book. I've seen her compared to C.J.Box and Nevada Barr, but those comparisons are flawed. Yes, she sets her novels in a National Park in the West, but that's where the similarities end. Carbo is a much more talented writer than either of them. Her prose is disciplined and beautiful. Her development of and insights into her characters is more profound and illuminating. While I love her skill at crafting mystery plots and maintaining suspense, I would listen her work even if she didn't write thrillers. R. C. Bray and Sarah Mollo-Christensen were really good with the delivery of the story Superb narration All of the books in this series have been wonderful -- well written and engrossing. This third one is especially fine.

Helix: Sie werden uns ersetzen Hörbuch von Marc Elsberg

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Marc Elsberg) — Fri, 28 Oct 2016 23:57:48 GMT

Hören Sie sich dieses volle Hörbuch kostenlos bei thebookvoice.com]]> Titel: Helix: Sie werden uns ersetzen Autor:: Marc Elsberg Erzähler: Simon Jäger Format: Unabridged Spieldauer: 15 hrs and 21 mins Sprache: Deutsch Veröffentlichungsdatum: 10-28-16 Herausgeber: Random House Audio, Deutschland Bewertung: 4 von 5 von 4 Stimmen Kategorien: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Zusammenfassung des Herausgebers: Wer den perfekten Menschen will, verliert irgendwann die Kontrolle über Gut und Böse... Der US-Außenminister stirbt bei einem Staatsbesuch in München, bei der Obduktion erscheint auf seinem Herzen ein seltsames Zeichen. In Brasilien, Tansania und Indien entdecken Mitarbeiter eines Chemiekonzerns Pflanzen und Tiere, die es eigentlich nicht geben kann. Zur gleichen Zeit wenden sich Helen und Greg an eine Kinderwunschklinik in Kalifornien. Der Arzt macht ihnen Hoffnung, erklärt sogar, er könne die genetischen Anlagen ihres Kindes verbessern. Er erzählt ihnen von einem privaten Forschungsprogramm, das bereits an die hundert "sonderbegabter" Kinder hervorgebracht hat. Doch dann verschwindet eines dieser Kinder - und alles deutet auf einen Zusammenhang mit den merkwürdigen Ereignissen überall auf der Welt... Gelesen von Thriller-Stimme Simon Jäger. >> Diese ungekürzte Hörbuch-Fassung wird Ihnen exklusiv von Audible präsentiert und ist ausschließlich im Download erhältlich. ©2016 Marc Elsberg / Blanvalet (P)2016 Random House Audio Mitglieder Bewertungen: Great story, let down by reader's voices. The storyline is captivating - the reader and his intonation of female and young voices at times so irritating that I was tempted to stop listening.

A Plague on Both Your Houses Audiobook by Susanna Gregory

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Susanna Gregory) — Thu, 02 Feb 2017 11:48:23 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Plague on Both Your Houses Subtitle: The First Chronicle of Matthew Bartholomew Author: Susanna Gregory Narrator: David Thorpe Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 02-02-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio UK Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 50 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Matthew Bartholomew, unorthodox but effective physician to Michaelhouse college in medieval Cambridge, is as worried as anyone about the pestilence that is ravaging Europe and seems to be approaching England. But he is distracted by the sudden and inexplicable death of the Master of Michaelhouse - a death the University authorities do not want investigated. But Matt is determined to get to the truth, leading him into a tangle of lies and intrigue that cause him to question the innocence of his closest friends - and even his family - just as the Black Death finally arrives. A Plague on Both Your Houses is the book that introduced Matthew Bartholomew to the world. Members Reviews: review Nice introduction to Bartholomew series. good story but at the end a bit too much plotting for my liking I don't faultl the reader I fault the director or producer. I noticed at least 3 instances when the wrong word was said, but it wasn't caught. Couldn't finish it I had read a Bartholomew novel from later in the series, so decided to read this one. I assume the author learned a lot about writing mysteries between this one and the later one. The mystery was boring; the characters very superficial, and the plague episodes were more of an interference than interesting. Great Intro to a new series Love that audible has every book in this series. David Thrope does a great job bringing all the wonderful characters to life. If I could give 3.5 I would. Entertaining enough What three words best describe David Thorpes voice? A little on the irritating side when acting the character voices. Was A Plague on Both Your Houses worth the listening time? Yes Any additional comments? No Shardlake but good enough

A Love of Vengeance Audiobook by Nancy Haviland

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Nancy Haviland) — Tue, 16 Dec 2014 20:40:28 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Love of Vengeance Subtitle: Wanted Men, Book 1 Author: Nancy Haviland Narrator: Scott Schumaker Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 12-16-14 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 480 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Once the most feared member of an Italian Mafia crime family, Gabriel Moretti returns to New York at the request of his mentor, Russian crime boss Vasily Tarasov. Vasily needs someone he can trust in Seattle to protect his estranged daughter, Eva Jacobs, while he avenges the murder of the young womans mother. Gabriel is unstoppable in a fight, whether hes using fists, blades, or bullets; but innocent, onyx-haired Eva may just be the most dangerous - and beautiful - thing hes come up against. Intense sparks fly between the two, tempting Gabriel to mix business with pleasure while in the Emerald City. But once word gets around that Gabriel has shown up in New York, Stefano - his vengeful brother and the de facto head of the family - decides that Eva is the key to ending the feud between them... permanently. In this pulse-pounding romantic thriller set against the backdrop of New York Citys storied underworld, loyalties will be tested, secrets will be told, and mob justice will be served. Members Reviews: Good Story Good Narration! This was a good story. I really enjoyed it. The hero was awesome, tall, sexy and handsome. I thought this being a Mobster type of book it was going to be more violent and full of erotica sex. It was not! It was well written not gory or erotica sex. There is sex but it is well written sex. I liked the heroine as well. She was a strong character. Only one stupid decision made by her. But of course there always has to be at least one, which I am okay with. Its when there are many many TSTL moments. I liked the story line and plot. There is lots of dialogue throughout the entire book. (I love lots of dialogue) As for the narrator he did a very very good job. Everyone had their own distinct voice including the accents, and he did a very good job on the female characters. I will listen to him again for sure. (Well actually I am, because I just got the second book in the series) I have to say this book and the next are fantastic deals if you are a KU subscriber. Both are free read free listen. Yes totally worth it! REALLY LIKED BUT JUST DIDN'T LOVE THIS BOOK !! I really liked the book, however, it was difficult to love it. In my opinion it could have been more detailed especially for being the first book in what appears to be a long series given the amount of sub-main characters involved, even if it had to be quite a bit longer than is comfortable for most listeners. I thought the voices for the men were excellent, especially Gabriel's voice and the variety of accents; however, Eva's voice was less than stellar and Nico's voice while much better than Eva's was still lacking. (Practice makes perfect I guess). I thought the ending was great and I liked that it was not a cliffhanger but did leave the door open for other characters' stories, i.e. Vincent. A COMPLEX UNITY OF HOT ALPHAS,THRILLS & ROMANCE Nice! a whole new genre of uber-Alpha bad boys to drool over and the mix is delicious.... there's Mob members made up of American, Italian and Russian underbosses, bosses and security men, then there's the Obsidian Devil's MC members in their sexy leathers and kick-ass boots and also various miscellaneous friends.

Empire Rising Audiobook by Rick Campbell

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Rick Campbell) — Tue, 24 Feb 2015 16:16:13 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Empire Rising Author: Rick Campbell Narrator: Fred Berman Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 02-24-15 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 189 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Xiang Li Cheng, the President of the People's Republic of China, has both a problem and a plan. The problem is that the limited supply of oil available to China is threatening to derail his country's economic growth and prosperity. But to secure access to those resources, he must contend with powerful U.S. Navy and the Pacific Fleet. After a decades-long largely secret military buildup, Cheng sets his plan in motion by suddenly invading Taiwan and drawing the Pacific Fleet in to its defense. With a faster, larger fleet with more capable long range missiles, China is able to surprise and quickly overwhelm the American fast attack fleet, all but wiping out the U.S. forces on deployment. Then China turns to its real objective - invasion and expansion across Asia, starting with the four main Islands of Japan. While the Atlantic Fleet surges westward to defend its allies and respond to the destruction of their counterparts, it falls to an unlikely alliance of three people to stop this incursion and prevent World War III. National Security Advisor Christine O'Connor has critical information, but she's trapped in Beijing; Captain Murray Wilson, C.O. of the submarine USS Georgia must somehow infiltrate the Chinese submarine blockade; and Navy SEAL Jake Harrison must lead a strike team into the most hostile of territories with only hours to implement the most daring plan ever. Members Reviews: High Octane Action I enjoyed the first book in the series so much I decided to read book two. Christine OConner is the presidents national security advisor. She advises against signing the Maer Accord about the mutual access to environmental resources between the U.S. and her allies. The Accord severely limits Chinas access to natural resources. OConner said this will lead to war with China; the Chief or Staff says it will not lead to war. OConner flies to China to attempt to offset a war but she is arrested and confined to a cell; as China goes to war. She escapes and eventually end up on the U.S. Michigan, a trident submarine. Three American submarines are immediately destroyed as China launches war. Chinas missiles and ships are more sophisticated than expected and she has many many more than does the Pacific Fleet. When China gets the Pacific Fleet exactly where they want it, they also launch cyberwarfare. The book is well written and is non-stop action. The battle scenes are real nail biters. The book seems quite realistic. I could hardly put the book down. This is a great military action novel. I read this as an audiobook downloaded from Audible. The book is about thirteen and a half hours long. Fred Berman does a great job narrating the book. Berman is an actor and award winning audiobook narrator. Decent storyline but narrator is unbearable The story line is decent but the narration is a big distraction to me. I should have listened to the audio sample but I didn't. He sounds like Joe Pesci screaming when he tries to read the dramatic parts. Imagine nails to a chalkboard. His normal reading voice, I can bear but beyond that; it's like a tenor trying to reach beyond his range. The different characters all sound the same same. The author definitely knows his submarines and weaves a good enough story to keep you engaged. I totally enjoyed Rick Campbell's first book, The Trident Deception and narrator was good. This one; not so much.

First Blood Audiobook by David Morrell

biacuaduc@gmail.com (David Morrell) — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 17:56:03 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: First Blood Author: David Morrell Narrator: Eric G. Dove Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 03-15-11 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 431 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: First came the man: a young wanderer in a fatigue coat and long hair. Then came the legend as the character, John Rambo, took his place in the American imagination. This remarkable and critically acclaimed novel pits a young Vietnam veteran against a small-town cop who doesn't know what he will unleash after their first ill-fated encounter - a life-and-death struggle through the woods, hills, and caves of rural Kentucky. Members Reviews: Spoiler by the author. I just started listening to this book this morning. The author included a forward that gives away the end. I am, however, enjoying the book. I think I would have opted to put that at the end. Just a warning to future purchasers. Not everything I expected, but exciting I heard this novel does a good job of telling the story from two different perspectives and I enjoy stories that show events from more than one perspective. I was disappointed that it didn't do a good job of showing the events from both perspectives (in my opinion at least) but I enjoyed this book because of the excitement. I usually only read and listen to nonfiction but this is such an action packed story I enjoyed it. One criticism/warning is that the authors comments before the story give away the ending so if you don't want a spoiler skip the author comments until you've complete the rest of the book. On the positive side the narrator was incredible. The book is very similar to the early 80's Rambo movie at the beginning but as the story progresses the movie took a different course so you won't know what comes next if you've already seen the movie. What a great book! So I have seen the movie First Blood dozens of times. I listened to the audio book because a friend and I watched First Blood yesterday. On a long trip today I started listening to the book. Knowing that it was very different than the movie now I wish they would make another movie of the book and keep it true to the story. What a dark and sad story. Being a Veteran myself I can identify with both Rambo and Teasel. The story is troubling but is still very current. I loved it. Sobering Story Sad to think about the way society treated veterans during that era. Really makes you think. Very well written and performed. They shouldn't have messed with Rambo!!! Where does First Blood rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? I think I would have to say in my top 25. Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How? I wouldn't go so far as to say the edge of my seat good, but it was enjoyable. This Rambo was one bad mother (shut your mouth) type of guy that was just pushed too far. And he showed the sheriff that he was the wrong drifter to go and mess with. What does Eric G. Dove bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Like what i say every time, that when you have a good narrator it brings the characters to life and Mr. Dove did a good job on his part. If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be? The movie tag line that was used in 1982 works just fine in my opinion "This time he's fighting for his life." Any additional comments? It's pretty much the same as the movie, except that he kills a butt load of guys in this book than what he did in the first Rambo movie. I still enjoyed listening to the book and I'm a fan of the movie too.

The Crime at Black Dudley Audiobook by Margery Allingham

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Margery Allingham) — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 10:55:26 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Crime at Black Dudley Subtitle: An Albert Campion Mystery Author: Margery Allingham Narrator: David Thorpe Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 02-14-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 349 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: When George Abbershaw is invited to Black Dudley Manor for the weekend, he has only one thing on his mind - proposing to Meggie Oliphant. Unfortunately for George, things don't quite go according to plan. A harmless game turns decidedly deadly and suspicions of murder take precedence over matrimony. Trapped in a remote country house with a murderer, George can see no way out. But Albert Campion can. About the author: Margery Allingham was born in London in 1904. Her first novel was published when she was 17. In 1929 she published The Crime at Black Dudley and introduced the character who was to become the hallmark of her writing - Albert Campion. Members Reviews: I LIKE this narrator quite a lot!!!! What did you love best about The Crime at Black Dudley? I am not going to answer all these questions, I'm just going to write my review. I am writing this review primarily in defense of the narrator, who I think does a very good job, and as of my writing there are nothing but complaints about him in the written reviews posted. He does Margery Allingham the courtesy of reading her work the way she wrote it, and I appreciate that in a narrator. I did not like the narration of Frances Mathews, who read the only unabridged versions of Allingham on Audible prior to the full series coming out with David Thorpe reading, and I think Thorpe is much better. Some have complained that in this book, Campion has an annoying, high pitched voice as read by Thorpe. Allingham tells us clearly in this book, on multiple occasions, that Campions voice is annoying, high pitched, and falsetto and Thorpe has the integrity and courage to read the character the way Allingham wrote him. Additionally, I find it annoying in some readers when they aren't familiar enough with the work to give the lines of dialog that occur before the explanations of them the correct emotional tone, an error Thorpe never makes. An example of the kind of thing I mean is a character will say, "I'm coming back now" and the reader will read it in a cheery tone of voice, and then the next line in the book is "he said sadly", and there we are with the jolt of a line read incorrectly by a reader that didn't do his or her homework and prepare properly for reading the the story. Thorpe has done his homework, he doesn't' make mistakes like this, his delivery is completely true to what Allingham meant it to be. There is no higher tribute a reader can pay to an author and it's one as a listener I REALLY appreciate, especially when I am fond of an author as I am of Allingham. Also, Thorpe reads with energy and sounds as though he is enjoying and appreciating the story as he reads it, and finally and perhaps most importantly, he GETS THE JOKES and reads the text in such a way that we can get them too. There is nothing sadder with these lovely examples of English humor than a reader who doesn't get the subtle humor and ruins it for the listener by reading it wrong.

Blood Orchid Audiobook by Stuart Woods

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Stuart Woods) — Tue, 22 Dec 2015 04:14:32 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Blood Orchid Author: Stuart Woods Narrator: Cassandra Campbell Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 12-22-15 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 73 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Blood Orchid is the third adventure of one of Stuart Woods' most engaging characters, Chief of Police Holly Barker. This time out, Holly is trying to get her life back together after the shattering loss of her fiancé. With the help of her wily Doberman, Daisy, and her father, Ham, she throws herself back into the job with a vengeance. At a local restaurant, Holly and Ham meet a gentleman new to the area, rich and dapper developer Ed Shine, who has found an evocative name for both his favorite flower and his latest real-estate venture: the "Blood Orchid". But before Holly can settle into her routine again, bullets crash into the home of a friend, and a floater is found bobbing in the Intercoastal Waterway. Holly connects these events to the deaths by sniper fire of two Miami businessmen and a man evading questions at a federal agency - but she can't imagine how these violent occurrences could be related to her own quiet, unspoiled town of Orchid Beach. Joining forces with a handsome FBI agent, she tracks the clues straight to their source only to find a scam more lucrative and more dangerous than any this idyllic town - or Holly - has ever seen. Members Reviews: Great When is the next one in the series. Like it better than Stone Barrington series. Blood Orcid is a page turner! lots of twists & turns! Some surprises as well. a great listen for everyonw. :-) really? a seven year old could figure this one out as soon as the book began. And the "bresthless" voice of Holly would not instill respect as a Police Chief from anyone outside a strip club. My very first review but her voice was so annoying and the plot so shallow I had to fo it.

The Wreckage Audiobook by Michael Robotham

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Michael Robotham) — Fri, 01 Jul 2016 20:34:30 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Wreckage Subtitle: Joe O'Loughlin, Book 5 Author: Michael Robotham Narrator: Sean Barrett Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-16 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 119 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: An international thriller based on one of the biggest bank heists in history. Billions of dollars are missing from Iraqi banks, and journalist Luca Terracini will risk everything to discover where the money is. His Iraqi American background has made it easier for him to infiltrate the darkest corners of the war, but the death of his beloved Nicola in a suicide bombing has made him reckless. He has nothing left to lose. In pursuit of the money, he meets UN representative Daniela Garner, who seems to know more about the heist than anyone else. She's a valuable asset in Baghdad, where the possibility of an explosion lurks at every checkpoint. Luca's investigation proves volatile as well, and as he gets closer to the missing money, his actions begin to reverberate around the world. In London, Richard North, a top-tier international banker and the one person who might be able to explain where the money has gone, vanishes. The manhunt for him will get Luca evicted from Iraq and separated from Daniela and possibly end both his investigation and his life. As usual, it's all about the money - who has it, who's lost it, and who's ultimately going to pay - as clandestine agents emerge from the shadows and powerful nations seek to control information and bury secrets, whatever the cost. Critic Reviews: "Fine and ambitious [with characters who are] wonderfully human - smart, determined, decent, and flawed. Thoroughly compelling." (Booklist) "I have seldom read a more chilling and suspenseful tale. Robotham makes you see the sand, smell the burning oil and feel the bullets flying past. Most thrillers are lucky to have one great character; Robotham has given us at least four. They sweat, bleed and cry with such raw emotion that you can barely catch your breath and the words on the page feel like a million needles beneath your clenched fingers. This is a writer who will give you a slice of the Middle East you will never see on CNN or Fox. Robotham is the real deal and we can only hope he will write faster." (David Baldacci) "Terrific...a classic 'wrong man' thriller that puts its hero in hot water, then raises the Fahrenheit to a fever pitch.... Robotham not only builds the suspense masterfully but tops it off with a stunning twist." (People) Members Reviews: Did some editor tell Robatham to up the ante? Boo I love this series, but this was a disappointment. Vincent Ruiz is great and he was the primary protag, while Joe O'Loughlin sadly put in only a cameo appearance. There were just too many point of view characters in play, and way too much going on. Really hard to figure out what agenda each of the bad guys had and who we were supposed to be cheering for. I really don't think a thriller with world threats and world involvement is needed in this series. Please, let this be a one-off. So what part is Joe's? I've read pretty much all I can find by MR. I tried so hard to pretend that a surprise of some sort was around the corner. I have to admit that getting involved in s Saddam story would not lend itself to much surprise.... just wish there had been a more personal aspect involved that O'Laughlin could have gotten involved in. His presence was totally unnecessary. Not sure why this is considered part of his series. Saddam is dead along with his sliminess.

Take Down Audiobook by James Swain

biacuaduc@gmail.com (James Swain) — Tue, 10 Feb 2015 01:26:25 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Take Down Author: James Swain Narrator: Nick Podehl Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 02-10-15 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 852 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Whoever says crime doesn't pay isn't doing it right. There are hundreds of casinos in Las Vegas, and Billy Cunningham knows how to rip off every one. His scams are a thing of beauty - so perfectly orchestrated that onlookers believe he and his crew are winning fair and square. In a town where bosses will kill to protect their profits, Billy can't afford to make mistakes, but even the best-laid plans can go wrong... Desperate to keep his team out of jail, Billy agrees to help stop a legendary family of thieves from taking down a casino. But he has no intention of breaking the cheater's code: never rat out your own kind. He's running his own con on the casino's psycho owner and his vicious, violent wife. Throw in a murderous drug dealer, a vengeful gaming agent, and the girl Billy's never forgotten, and this scam artist is playing for sky-high stakes: a cool eight million, and the chance to live long enough to spend it. Members Reviews: Barely worth finishing Any additional comments? A mediocre heist story. The basic outline is interesting enough. But the characters vary between wit and observational skills that require psychic powers on the one hand and near idiocy on the other. The explanations of criminal law and procedure are absurd. The explanations about casino security are not believable or engaging. The characters are shallow. I won't look for anything more from this author. A playable hand Interesting storyline...something a little different. Good array of characters, from villains to main character. Interesting twist at the conclusion... Worth the few dollars on the special of the day but I would not use a credit. If the story starts to flop, describe a hot chick. Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not? I think the story had a good premise (although already done by other books) but it falls short. It seemed like when the story was wearing thin, a description of some porn star or account of a sexual encounter would be added in to attempt to regain interest. It was ok as a bargain buy. I would have been annoyed if I had wasted a credit on it or paid more than a few dollars for it. loved it! I could not stop listening to this book. The narrator was excellent and the story was quite exciting for me. Meaningless time-passer The narration of the book is flawless - no doubt about it. However, there's not much to the book itself. The story could have been told in 50 pages with room to recapitulate WW2. If daily TV soap operas are your thing this book might suite. Otherwise: these are not the droids you're looking for.

Lemonade and Lies Audiobook by Agatha Frost

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Agatha Frost) — Thu, 21 Dec 2017 15:13:46 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Lemonade and Lies Author: Agatha Frost Narrator: Jilly Bond Format: Unabridged Length: 4 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 12-21-17 Publisher: Whole Story Quest Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 4 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: When the entire village is invited to a garden party for a mysterious announcement, nobody expects it to end with a man being thrown to his death. In a race against the clock, Julia must juggle her blossoming romance with DI Brown whilst interpreting her lodger's strange behaviour to uncover the truth behind the untimely death. With members of her family in the frame, will Julia like what she discovers? Members Reviews: A cosy crime book that dissapoints Is there anything you would change about this book? The dislocated plot needs work Has Lemonade and Lies put you off other books in this genre? Yes Would you be willing to try another one of Jilly Bonds performances? Jill Bond has been good in the past - so I might, but a couple of the characters voices were so silly/distractin that I would think twice about it Could you see Lemonade and Lies being made into a movie or a TV series? Who would the stars be? No Any additional comments? It could have been interesting, but reading and dislocated plot makes it difficult to recommend Easy listening Very enjoyable, a pleasure listen to and a good plot, waiting for the next book please.

Breach of Crust Audiobook by Ellery Adams

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ellery Adams) — Tue, 24 May 2016 04:30:12 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Breach of Crust Subtitle: Charmed Pie Shoppe Mystery Series, Book 5 Author: Ellery Adams Narrator: C.S.E Cooney Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 05-24-16 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 91 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Ella Mae LeFaye's delicious pies are still drawing long lines, as well as the attention of Beatrice Burbank, president of the Camellia Club, a philanthropic organization comprised of high-society Southern ladies from the charming and affluent town of Sweet Briar, Georgia. To ensure the success of their centennial dessert cookbook, Bea hires Ella Mae to teach the tasty tricks of her trade to the club's members at their annual retreat. Eager to work on new recipes for customers with food allergies and dietary restrictions, Ella Mae readily agrees. But when Ella Mae finds Bea's body floating in Lake Havenwood, she wonders what she's gotten herself mixed up in. Someone certainly wanted Bea to eat humble pie, and the retreat offers no shortage of unsavory characters, including Ella Mae's longtime nemesis, Loralyn Gaynor. Ella Mae definitely doesn't need magic to tell her that she must find the killer before someone else gets panned. Critic Reviews: "Delicious, delightful and deadly! Full of enchanting characters... will leave readers longing for seconds." (Jenn McKinlay, author of Copy Cap Murder) Members Reviews: OK I was put off by the performance, the story was lovely..The audio story teller was off putting. I will not order this same audible reader again. A horrible voice in ,she could not pull off a southern voice. Tender Flakey Goodness I love all of the books I have read/listened to from Ellery Adams, but I think this is my new favorite of this series) well until the next one comes out and then it becomes my new favorite). Ella Mae and her friends and family come together again to defeat another deadly nemesis with fun, flirting and food along the way. Serious issues face her and hunky Hugh - will this new development through a ratchet in their relationship? No spoilers here - you must read it for yourself! You will love it! Also another bonus is that all the books I have read that have food usually are all about sweet, syrupy, buttery goodness - which I have tried to ignore because I have a wheat and dairy allergy, so I always think of ways to change the recipe for me to be able to enjoy. Sometimes though it's just too hard to make it as good (as I remember or it sounds). Ella Mae introduces allergy free crust and pies and I can't wait to try try it! My granddaughter also has Celiac so I am very glad to see a change/option in the books! Am I motivated by food? Maybe! The Wounded Warrior program is also in this book, which is another program near and dear to my heart! Regardless of the food or the program mentioned in here, this book has a great story line and plot - as do all of Ellery's books that I have read so far! You will not be disappointed!! Couldn't finish Is there anything you would change about this book? I love Ellery Adams stories and decided to try Charmed Pie series but can't cope with the narration. It was so annoying that I stopped at chapter 3 left it for a month and tried again, after 30 minutes of being more annoyed with the narration than enjoyment with the story, I deleted the book from my library. I travel daily, ergo my penchant for audio books. I have a sizable collection, and this is the first time I have had to ditch the book.

Anonymous Sources Audiobook by Mary Louise Kelly

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mary Louise Kelly) — Tue, 29 Oct 2013 14:32:13 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Anonymous Sources Subtitle: A Novel Author: Mary Louise Kelly Narrator: Therese Plummer Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 10-29-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 214 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: An intriguing thriller from a former NPR correspondent about a young reporter who must match wits with spies, assassins and a terrorist sleeper cell targeting the very heart of American power. "If, on an early summers night, you wanted to kill a man, how would you do it? Would you lay a trap, sharpen a dagger, uncork a poison? Personally, Ive always leaned toward the dramatic. But looking back, I wonder now if the events of last summer didnt begin with a quieter sort of murder." So ponders Alexandra James, a beautiful, driven, yet troubled New England Chronicle reporter. She is assigned to cover the death of Thom Carlyle, son of one of the most powerful men in Washington. Just back from a year abroad, Thom falls from the top of a Harvard bell tower on a warm summer night. Did he jump, or was he pushed? For Alex James, who can get in anywhere, sleep with anyone, out-drink and out-shop her demons, it is the story of a lifetime. As she chases leads from Harvard Yard to the courtyards of Cambridge, England, to a clandestine rendezvous in London, to the inside of a nuclear terrorist network...the intrigue seems to suit her. But nothing is what it seems. When she arrives back in Washington, DC, for a key interview that promises to tie together the leads she has puzzled out, Alex the hunter becomes Alex the hunted. An assassin is dispatched.... Her laptop disappears.... Her phone is tapped.... And she begins to grasp that Thom Carlyle may have been killed to hide a terrifying conspiracy within the White House itself. Former NPR Intelligence correspondent Mary Louise Kelly has turned her own real-life reporting adventures into fiction with this stylish spy thriller. Members Reviews: Fun mystery/thriller Any additional comments? When a Harvard Alumni, Tom Carlisle, falls from the bell tower, everyone assumes it was suicide. Alexandra James, however, thinks differently. Called to investigate the scene as a reporter, the clues dont add up and Alexs instinct says its murder. As she digs deeper, she discovers that Tom had a whole different life this past summer in England: a girlfriend who was cheating on him, a terrorist friend, and a mysterious set of circumstances. This high-society case could be Alexs ticket to getting noticed, but not without a lot of danger. With all the clues adding up to a possible terrorist plot and MI6 and the CIA after her, things are definitely not what they seem. When more and more people start showing up dead, including the lady Alex switched places with on a plane ride, things do not look good for Alex. Will Alex get the scoop shes always dreamed of or will the killer get his way? Narrator, Therese Plummer expertly brings to life the characters and story of this book. Here unique voices and intonations smoothly guide the reader through the many plot twists and turns as well as keep them engaged and engrossed. The plot is well-developed and the characters are multi-dimensional. Although the story is a little slower-paced in the beginning, listeners will have a hard time putting this audiobook down. Recommended for fans of spies, mystery, and thrillers. Mesmerizing thriller, excellent reader This thriller is so mesmerizing that you will invent boring chores just to rationalize listening to it in one day.

Sweet Masterpiece Audiobook by Connie Shelton

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Connie Shelton) — Mon, 24 Jun 2013 02:03:59 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sweet Masterpiece Subtitle: Samantha Sweet Series, Book 1 Author: Connie Shelton Narrator: Andrea Bates Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 06-24-13 Publisher: Books in Motion Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 239 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Samantha Sweet breaks into houses for a living - all perfectly legal as a caretaker for the USDA. But her real dream is to open her own pastry shop, 'Sweet's Sweets.' Life is a little crazy for Sam right now. At one of her break-in properties, a dying woman insists that she take a small wooden box. Sam doesn't realize that the old woman was known locally as a 'bruja,' a witch, until she begins to feel some strange effects from the box. Meanwhile, at another property, she finds an unmarked grave and the authorities come to investigate. The property owner disappeared a few months earlier and Sam wonders - who is the body in the grave? A small mural in the house leads to a connection with a famous artist; a bogus will points to possible fraud; and the handsome deputy investigating the case seems completely enchanted with Sam. While Sam scrambles to fill bakery orders and keep her properties in order, she's equally intrigued with the idea of a new romance. It all makes for a delightful romantic mystery with elements of the paranormal. Members Reviews: Picky, I know I'm Picky. I really enjoyed this book -- the plot, the characters, the locale, the whole thing....BUT....Ms Andrea Bates needs to learn the pronunciation of the few Spanish words in the text correctly (unless of course, Spanish in NEW Mexico is pronounced differently than it is in "OLD" Mexico) .As a writer and editor details are extremely important to me and as a US citizen living in central Mexico, near Guadalajara for 26 years, my Spanish pronounciation is good, even though my grammar is flawed. Ms Bates just misses on a couple of words, but each is used multiple times and they grated, and made the back of my neck stiff. First -- Brujas (witches, curanderas) is said bru-haas NOT Bru jaws as in the tape. The second is Quinceareas, the celebration of the 15th birthday, and that number is the more commonly used slang for the event -- a girl has her "Quincea~nos" of just Quince. Actually that is the part of the word causing the problem -- Quince (15) in Spanish is not pronounced like the fruit, the quince. Any time there is a qui in a Spanish word, it is pronounced "key" So it could phonically be written keencee or the full Quincea~nos (with the tilde over the n) is pronounced Keencee anYos I know, it's picky....but the first couple times she said Bru-jaws I didn't know what she was talking about. Thanks for an enjoyable listen and if I could I'd give the performance 3.5, in spite of these words and the 3 or 4 times she had lost her place or fumbled on a word. Sweet masterpiece This audio is great ,you can shut your eyes and be there. Thank you for this book. A sweet little book ... ... definitely going to read more to see how the character develops! Certainly worth a read! Good book The story really kept my interest. Samantha was a good woman that thought of others. I liked her character. The reader of the book did a great job. She could always be understood and had an extremely pleasant voice. I believe a woman between 40 and 80 would like this book best. cute and different! I really enjoyed reading about someone a little older, a little less perfect but still living life aggressively! I got a kick out of her jobs and appreciated how hard Sam had to work.

The Answers Audiobook by Catherine Lacey

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Catherine Lacey) — Tue, 06 Jun 2017 21:14:57 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Answers Author: Catherine Lacey Narrator: Megan Tusing Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 06-06-17 Publisher: Blackstone Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 55 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: In Catherine Lacey's ambitious second novel, we are introduced to Mary, a young woman living in New York City struggling with a body that has betrayed her. All but paralyzed with pain, Mary seeks relief from a New Age-y treatment called Pneuma Adaptive Kinesthesia, PAKing for short. And, remarkably, it works. But PAKing is expensive and Mary is broke. So she scours Craigslist for fast-cash jobs and finds the "Girlfriend Experiment," the brainchild of an eccentric and narcissistic actor determined to find the perfect relationship - even if it means paying women to fill different roles. Mary is hired as the "emotional girlfriend"- certainly better than the "anger girlfriend" or the "maternal girlfriend" - and is pulled into an ego-driven and messy attempt at human connection. Told in Lacey's signature spiraling prose, The Answers is full of singular yet universal insights. It is a gorgeous hybrid of the plot - and idea - driven novel that will leave you reeling. Members Reviews: How To Best Love Those People In Your Life First, Lacey really nailed the subtleties of the South without overplaying her Mississippian heritage. To me, the parts about Mary/Juneula and her family were superb. At times, the writing glowed luminescent but more than this it rolled forward with the power to stop the listener in their tracks. You might find yourself struck dumb by a passage or a short chapter wanting to say...but--but--wait a second--but Lacey is already off at a clip around the next bend. What do you do with writing like this? Throw up your hands and dash to keep up is all I can suggest. Keep in mind that I usually have a bug-a-boo about character development and consistency. While these characters are often so spare and almost translucent in quality that they don't seem strong enough, solid enough to pack the literary wallop needed, fear not--wallop away masterfully they do. Add these deceptively complex characters to the beautiful narration accomplished by Tusing and you have a powerful mix. Lacey explores--no let me be more precise--rips apart and shreds to pieces concepts of love, belief, trust, memory, loss and time. Then she looks at the whole mess from the inside out and upside down. To quote the NYT book section--it's down the rabbit hole of love we go. I couldn't agree more. For me, it's been a literary dry spell recently and I, for one was thrilled with the chase. What a book. Prepare yourself for a treat. I loved it. On Nylon Magazine's Best Books for June 2017 (my original review appears in similar form on Audible's website) well crafted : ironic, witty and yet sad. A modern day story about a woman with an unknown illness (IMO social isolation.) The author covers important topics in sparse language. Themes are not heavy handed. Not sure if it's for everyone because of subject matter. This is a moody, fast paced and reflective book. What other book might you compare The Answers to and why? 2016's "The Nix" by Nathan Hill because of contemporary subject matter. High Concept, Unlikeable Characters The concept is interesting, but the characters are both petulant and pretentious. For a book all about relationships, each person is so self-adsorbed... which would be fine if that were the point of the story.

A Deeper Darkness Audiobook by J. T. Ellison

biacuaduc@gmail.com (J. T. Ellison) — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 19:11:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Deeper Darkness Author: J. T. Ellison Narrator: Joyce Bean Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 59 mins Language: English Release date: 04-17-12 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1012 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: As a medical examiner, Samantha Owens knows her job is to make a certain sense of death with crisp methodology and precision instruments. But the day the Tennessee floods took her husband and children, the light vanished from Sams life. She has been pulled into a suffocating grief no amount of workaholic ardor can penetrate - until she receives a peculiar call from Washington, D.C. On the other end of the line is an old boyfriends mother, asking Sam to do a second autopsy on her son. Eddie Donovan is officially the victim of a vicious carjacking, but under Sams sharp eye the forensics tell a darker story. The ex-Ranger was murdered, though not for his car. Forced to confront the burning memories and feelings about yet another loved one killed brutally, Sam loses herself in the mystery contained within Donovans old notes. It leads her to the untouchable Xander, a soldier off-grid since his return from Afghanistan, and then to a series of brutal crimes stretching from that harsh mountainous war zone to this nations capital. The tale told between the lines makes it clear that nobodys hands are clean, and that making sense of murder sometimes means putting yourself in the crosshairs of death. Members Reviews: Couldn't put it down! In depth characters and plot. Fast moving plot. I thoroughly enjoyed it and have already begun the rest of the series! Great author and narration! Forensic pathologist delves into military secrets- Ellison starts a new series with a take-off character from another series. Dr. Samantha Owens is a Forensic Pathologist in Nashville, Tennessee. She's been devoted to her job until tragedy struck her. Her husband and two children are dead and she lives with self imposed guilt daily. When the mother of her old lover, Donovan,calls and asks for help, Samantha reluctantly agrees. Donavan's body has been found shot in his car. The Washington,DC police are calling it a car jacking, but his mom believes there was more to his death. After the autopsy, Samantha also believes this ex-Ranger's death was a more complicated murder. Samantha investigates with a couple of interesting policeman, delving into a long held secret of friendly fire and more from the Ranger's service in Afghanistan. Tensions are taught as Samantha must also work with Donovan's wife, who knows of Samantha's and Donovan's past affair. This book is psychological, revealing the mind set of everyone involved. It also becomes fast passed as Samantha finds answers and finds herself in great danger too. Good start to a new series. Relationships are set up to continue a few of these characters in this series, which should be exciting reading. "Speak: Woof" Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? yes and this was a daily deal, so double the value! Fast pace and a full mystery, note: must use the new 1.25x speed to get the impact author intended. What other book might you compare A Deeper Darkness to and why? Lots of characters which reader does very well. This has a bare hint of Karin Slaughter's medical examiner without the awful horror that Karin includes in her stories. Note to author: please add more humor to this series. What does Joyce Bean bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? She is a pro and has only gotten so much better in recent reads. A must is Tammy Hoag's Still Waters. J.B. is our heroine in that story.

Deep Sky Audiobook by Patrick Lee

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Patrick Lee) — Tue, 27 Dec 2011 13:35:43 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Deep Sky Author: Patrick Lee Narrator: Jeff Gurner Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 12-27-11 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 443 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: The anomaly called the Breach is the governments most carefully guarded secret. But there is another secret even less known... and far more terrifying. As the U.S. President addresses the nation fromthe Oval Office, a missile screams toward the White House. In a lightning flash, the Chief Executive is dead, his mansion in ruins, and two cryptic words are the only clue to the assassins motives: See Scalar. Now Travis Chase of the covert agency Tangent - caretakers of the Breach and all its grim wonders - along with partner and lover Paige Campbell and technology expert Bethany Stewart, have only twenty-four hours to unearth a decades-old mystery once spoken of in terrified whispers by the long since silenced. But their breakneck race cross-country - and back through time and malleable memory - is calling the total destructive might of a shadow government down upon them. For Travis Chase has a dark destiny he cannot be allowed to fulfill.... Members Reviews: Sad to see the story end. I've enjoyed this trilogy very much. The first two books are so different and unique - even from each other. The only reason I didn't give the book a 5 star rating for the story is that I was expecting something "more" from the ending. Even though I read other reviews that mentioned that the ending seemed somewhat rushed, it didn't keep me from reading the book. I just wish there had been a few more chapters. It's still one of my favorite series and in about a year I will listen to all three books in a row and it might give me a different outlook on the ending. It's a mystery-thriller with a twist of sci-fi This story is a bit more sci-fi (or speculative) than the 2nd book, but it is still, essentially, a thriller book with a hint of sci-fi in how the technical/tools enable the events to occur. So, the world is not sci-fi, nor are people's behaviors, or the society, but there are a slew of alien tools that make the story just brush into the sci-fi realm. Great little twist in here too - I didn't see it coming, but, in hindsight, it was not all that unexpected after all... the author lead us so - oh-so-subtly - down a road that it isn't until we are at the end of that road that we realize how well-crafted it was. I really wish there were more books in this series. It is a perfect blend of my two favorite genres (thriller/mystery and sci-fi) and it is very well written. Audible doesn't have them listed as a series, but you really should read them in order: The Breach, Ghost Country, then Deep Sky. I think the stories do stand alone, but the character development and source of the alien artifacts will make more sense if the books are read in order. The narrator is decent... occasionally you can hear him inhale, but the story takes you away from 'hearing' that most of the time. There is nothing gory, graphic or sexual here. I don't think there was any swearing either... Deep Sky-the trilogy ends Deep Sky" is the final novel in the series. It does a good job of winding up all the dangling strings left in 'Ghost Country" and even some left over from 'The Breach" As a whole, I very much enjoyed the series and recommend it for a sic-fi/future history reader.

Remember Me Audiobook by Mary Higgins Clark

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mary Higgins Clark) — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 17:15:53 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Remember Me Author: Mary Higgins Clark Narrator: Alyssa Bresnahan Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 18 mins Language: English Release date: 11-06-12 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 184 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: A mother's love... Haunted by ghosts of terrors past... Menley Nichols as never stopped blaming herself for the accidental death of her two-year old son, a tragedy that strained her marriage and her sanity. When she and her husband Adam, a high-profile attorney, are blessed with a beautiful new baby daughter, they dedicate themselves to rebuilding their lives together - unaware that someone in their midst has a very different agenda for them. Yearning to return to his Cape Cod roots for a late summer respite, Adam moves his family into Remember House, an 18th-century sea captain's house as legendary as it is picturesque. But the Nichols are immediately drawn into a dark and threatening web of events that disrupt the seemingly peaceful seaside town. As mysterious incidents amass into a cloud of menace, Menley must soon confront the shadows of the past...and the mounting fear for her beloved daughter's life.... Critic Reviews: "Remember Me pulls it off brilliantly, harkening back to the best of Daphne DuMaurier." (People) "Suspense with a capital S..." (The Associated Press) "A grippingly readable thriller....Mary Higgins Clark does wonders...." (The Plain Dealer, Cleveland) Members Reviews: You won't want to stop reading... I picked this book because I enjoy the reader, but have discovered how talented MHC is. This book is very entertaining and the twists and turns will hold your interest until the surprise ending. This audio is 5 Stars! Remember This is my favorite book of all time. Awesome reading. I couldn't stop listening, it was addictive. very confusion storyline I usually enjoy mary Higgins Clarke but I could not get into this book with the back and forth past and present after chapter 7, I just stopped reading it. Good read but slow start The beginning was a bit slow but overall good book. I would suggest it. Try not to quit half way Awesome! The twist and turns kept me glued to my seat. Every time I thought I had the story figured out another plot took root. I live in a Victorian house and often imagine who live here in those days. I think this helped me to fully embrace the possibilities of haunting. But, you certainly don't need to believe in ghost to be taken in by this story. A powerful story of mystery, love and loss!

Noble Intentions Audiobook by L. T. Ryan

biacuaduc@gmail.com (L. T. Ryan) — Tue, 13 Oct 2015 07:39:56 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Noble Intentions Author: L. T. Ryan Narrator: Dennis Holland Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 10-13-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 110 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Jack Noble. Assassin for hire. Spy. Thief. He makes no mistakes. Passes no judgement. Feels no remorse. So why does he stop to help a lost child moments before he's supposed to complete a deal with one of the East Coast's top crime bosses? A simple decision that places Jack in unfamiliar territory. He's become the hunted and finds himself in a race against time to save those closest to him. Noble Intentions: Season One is a fast-paced, suspenseful thriller full of underworld crime and government secrets from USA Today best-selling author L. T. Ryan. Fans of Jack Reacher, Jason Bourne, and Mitch Rapp will likely enjoy this series. Season one is a compilation of episodes one through five. Seasons two, three, and four, as well as four Jack Noble novels, are now available. Members Reviews: 5 stars for the incredible ending!! I rated the first three novels in the Jack Noble espionage/suspense thriller series 4 stars. Noble Intentions gets 5 stars. Like the earlier novels in the series this one has a strong plot, lots of action, intense suspense and excellent narration. But the ending of Noble Intentions is absolutely stunning, and that makes the difference. Listeners who like almost any mystery/thriller sub-genre such as suspense, espionage, modern detective, etc. should give the Jack Noble series a try. Over the top.... I really enjoyed the other Noble stories, but this one was A little Extreme. I did like that in this story we get to hear viewpoints from all the different characters. What I didnt like was that every situation in the book turned into someone killing somebody. It was just over the top for me. Stunning Ending! You don't want to miss this L. T. Ryan novel. I loved the ending. What a great way to head into the next novel in the series. I'm hooked on this author and this series. Kick A$$ Awesome book very well written and narrated by a champ. Thanks for all you both do. Can't wait to listen to the next book. Kind of long in parts. This book wasn't as good as Deadly Distance. It was kind of windy and far fetched at times. It also went in So many different directions at times. S

Ten Thousand Islands Audiobook by Randy Wayne White

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Randy Wayne White) — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 21:37:53 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ten Thousand Islands Author: Randy Wayne White Narrator: Ron McLarty Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 41 mins Language: English Release date: 09-26-08 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 243 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Fifteen years ago, a teenage girl found an ancient gold medallion on a small island off the Florida gulf coast. Soon she was having nightmares and later was found hanging from a tree. Although the death was ruled a suicide, the girl's mother, Della, is now sure there was foul play. Her trailer has been vandalized, and her daughter's coffin raided. When Della comes to Doc for help, the mysterious gold medallion plunges the Florida marine biologist into a perilous search for answers. Filled with suspense and highly charged atmosphere, Ten Thousand Islands received rave reviews from critics. Ron McLarty's dramatic narration highlights its gripping mixture of ancient ritual and modern evil. Critic Reviews: "One of the most satisfying thrillers in recent memory." (Chicago Tribune) Members Reviews: How not to leave a boat. I love to fish and have enjoyed the Doc Ford stuff, this story has a GREAT ending. Life sucks when you get sea sick. A little slow at the start but, the payoff, at the end, for me was well worth it. Twists and Turns If you could sum up Ten Thousand Islands in three words, what would they be? Intrigue, Suspense, Unexpected Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How? The unusual twists and turns of the story, I never could second guess the author. Any additional comments? The descriptions of the Florida terrain and the mystique of the 1000 islands kept my interest and curiosity going strong. The history of the area and the Indians was fascinating. I was completely surprised at the end to hear the author describe the actual case from which he took so much for his story. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who likes a story with a different twist. Intriguing subject matter, written from the "inside out." Excellent story, perfectly orchestrated. I wish the narrator knew how to say some of the place names like we Floridians say them. It's a little jarring to hear them wrongly inflected. Otherwise, he did a great job. One of my early on favorites If you could sum up Ten Thousand Islands in three words, what would they be? Fast paced, interesting. What was one of the most memorable moments of Ten Thousand Islands? When the person told Doc Ford what he had seen on the Island. What about Ron McLartys performance did you like? I have said before I always feel like Doc Ford himself is telling me a story Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Yes and I think it was pretty much a 2-3 day listen. Any additional comments? We have a lot on a little Island off of Marco, and I could swear it was the island in the book. Awesome, like the TV show The Finder, but better I love this book, I really do. It's like a better, more substantial version of the tv show The Finder. (Its a spin-off from the show Bones) Seriously, listen and enjoy. I'm pretty sure if I find this book in paperback, I'll buy it and actually read it with my eyeballs.

After He Killed Me Audiobook by Natalie Barelli

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Natalie Barelli) — Thu, 21 Sep 2017 15:28:60 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: After He Killed Me Subtitle: The Emma Fern Series, Book 2 Author: Natalie Barelli Narrator: Carly Robins Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 09-21-17 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 112 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Emma's friends are close. Her enemies are closer. Emma Fern has won at life: she's a prize-winning author and she's blissfully happy with her husband, Jim. It wasn't an easy rise to the top, but Emma knows you can't achieve success without sacrifice. The trouble is, Jim knows that too. As her literary triumph starts to fade into the past, Emma comes under pressure to write a second bestseller. But her big secret is that she didn't write the first one. She's a fraud, and the only people who ever knew the truth are...no longer a problem. What Emma didn't count on was Jim playing the long game too. He has his own secrets - and a dangerous plan that could derail her beautifully orchestrated life. Faced with the loss of everything that defines her, Emma is forced to take increasingly desperate steps. She won't go down without a fight. And as Jim should know, she won't fight fair. Members Reviews: I'm returning and buying the actual book! Oh my goodness did this narrator listen to the first book at all? This bubbly tone is so not the Character, just as Rudd (Narrator of first book) Portrayed Emma, She is Mature, thirty something savvy New Yorker, not this college aged sounding airhead that this reader is making her into. So dissatisfied,I really enjoyed the narration of the previous book however, before you waste a credit... sample this one. If you listened and met Emma before...You will totally understand my frustration...who assigned this narrator to crime fiction anyway?! Errr Emma the Sweeheart Killer Emma is a delightfully charming bad girl. The storyline is so very important that u want to make sure u choose the correct narrator. Kate Rudd is one of my favorite narrators. Carly Robins voice is a tad bit to fast for this character , its the only reason I can't give a total of 5 's . deadlines may have rushed this second book out however character history is a cool calm collected woman & the narration is making her sound...down right nutters. I think I have a wee bit of an headache at first. I tried slowing down her pace a bit but nothing made Carly Robins voice fit the Natelli Barelli profile Kate Rude laid the foundation for. IDK I try to not rate a book if I cant gv more then three stars? This is an entirely diffrent story because the writing is so exquisite. The storyline is phenomenal and an overall 5 read. It depends on your tolerance level. if u can tolerate the narrator thru the 1st couple chapters then you will be fine.Then again opinions R like butts..we all have one. Great story...a lil undecided on the narration. I'm still out to lunch on that , at the moment. Absolutely great novel, the writing is astounding. If there is a book lll please grab Kate Rudd back for estounding Emma. Ok, so I'm back from my lunch break (nap)on the narrator. It turns out ...We hv one of thoughs & dislike relationships going on here. SMH... it turnes out I'm back to the audiobook version refusing to continue to ebook this... Carly Robins sounds like she slowed down, right around the 15th chapter (maybe it was just a hard read) ....lol so I am forced to give her 4 's.

Breaking News: Avery Shaw Mystery Books 1-3 Audiobook by Amanda M. Lee

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Amanda M. Lee) — Thu, 27 Aug 2015 04:03:42 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Breaking News: Avery Shaw Mystery Books 1-3 Author: Amanda M. Lee Narrator: Angel Clark Format: Unabridged Length: 19 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 08-27-15 Publisher: Amanda M. Lee Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 129 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Meet Avery Shaw. She's all mouth - and some skill. As a reporter for a Southeastern Michigan newspaper, Avery finds herself in trouble at every turn. She has a list of enemies - and she's not afraid to cross them. Follow her as she crosses paths with her former boyfriend, a hot new love interest, and a family that cannot be contained - even by the law. These are the first three books in the Avery Shaw Mystery series. They include: Who, What, Where, When, Die, If it Bleeds, it Leads, and Buried Leads. Members Reviews: Good mysteries... lacking back stories I want to like Avery Shaw... really, I do. I like that she's her own person, but the angry tirades can only go so far... things start getting redundant and there are some (minor) inconsistencies that are definitely more noticeable when you listen to three books straight in a row. *SPOILER ALERT * I'm somewhat flummoxed about Elliot's magically becoming a private investigator with absolutely no intro or explanation in Book 2. I get adding layers to the character and needing something for the story that you hadn't realized was necessary in the previous book, but there needed to be some sort of introduction to the idea before he just announces some chick is his client... it was totally out of the blue! Have Avery walk by a window and see a flyer announcing his side job... say she hadn't heard from him in months but a story comes across the news desk involving him helping solve some minor crime... anything other than just pretending we all already knew! Too rude and crude What disappointed you about Breaking News: Avery Shaw Mystery Books 1-3? I enjoy series books because you find a character that you like and with each new book it feels like an old friend. Audiobooks bring that character alive. But Ms. Shaw is immature, rude and vulgar. She does not seem to like anything or anyone. The characters all act very immature ,like high school. and she confronts everyone. Sorry I chose this book(s). What could Amanda M. Lee have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you? Authors fault, not Amazon Would you listen to another book narrated by Angel Clark? Yes, she seems to have a good range and you cannot blame her for the words. You didnt love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities? No, nothing for me. Any additional comments? If I want to hear rude, offensive conversation I will watch the Republican's debate. But at the end of the day I want to listen to classy, well spoken and nice, everyday people who run into a lot of murders. Wow where do I begin Would you recommend Breaking News: Avery Shaw Mystery Books 1-3 to your friends? Why or why not? I would if there was a different narrator. The narrator mispronounces many of the words. Like crochet as croquet. This makes it hard to listen to. The voices she does for the male voices are the same but also are annoying. Who would you have cast as narrator instead of Angel Clark? I would have cast just about anyone else. Seriously. A funny cozy mystery Avery is 27 years old. Shes mouthy, opinionated, and bossy. She is an only child, a Star Wars junkie, a news reporter for the Monitor. Her clothing choices do not please her mother or boss, Fish. When faced with the smart thing to do or stupid, she selects the stupid.

Sun Storm Audiobook by Asa Larsson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Asa Larsson) — Mon, 29 Feb 2016 10:26:49 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sun Storm Author: Asa Larsson Narrator: Hillary Huber Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 02-29-16 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 99 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: On the floor of a church inNorthern Sweden, the body of a man lies mutilated and defiled - and in the night sky, the aurora borealis dances as the snow begins to fall.... So begins sa Larsson's spellbinding thriller, winner of Sweden's Best First Crime Novel Award and an international literary sensation. Rebecka Martinsson is heading home to Kiruna, the town she'd left in disgrace years before. A Stockholm attorney, Rebecka has a good reason to return: her friend, Sanna, whose brother has been horrifically murdered in the revivalist church his charisma helped create. Beautiful and fragile, Sanna needs someone like Rebecka to remove the shadow of guilt that is engulfing her, to forestall an ambitious prosecutor and a dogged policewoman. But to help her friend, and to find the real killer of a man she once adored and is now not sure she ever knew, Rebecka must relive the darkness she left behind in Kiruna, delve into a sordid conspiracy of deceit, and confront a killer whose motives are dark, wrenching, and impossible to guess. Critic Reviews: "This is superior psychological suspense - think Minette Walters - notable for its strong female characters." ( Library Journal) Members Reviews: Excellent Book!!! Great Narrator!!! Very fine suspense, great character development. I loved the narrator. Highly recommended! Look forward to more from this author. robotic narration Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not? I returned this book without finishing because I didn't like the narrator. I would have liked to hear the rest of the story. I enjoyed Gabrielle Glaister narration much more Asa Larsson, RM books are entertaining ploys that I look forward to listening to. I found Ms Huber had a bored tone in her narration. It was a distraction...I enjoyed Gabrielle Glaister narration much more. Great book, less than great narration sa Larson's Sun Storm is a taut and suspenseful procedural that, interestingly, has a lawyer as a central character, instead of a detective. Rebecka Martinsson is a great character -- strong, prickly, determined -- and even though she's not a criminal lawyer, she finds herself mired in a murder that happened in her home town. The way that the past comes crashing back into the present pays off really well in this story. My only quibble with this book is the narrator. It really isn't that hard to look up how to pronounce Swedish names and places, and the way she mangles them just DROVE. ME. NUTS. it was good the narration could have been better the narrator doesn't differentiate between the female voices very well so it's hard to tell who's speaking and who's not some of the time. it took a little while for me to get into this book and for a while I didn't think I'd read it at all. but I'm glad I read it it was a good story in the end.

Haven of Swans Audiobook by Colleen Coble

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Colleen Coble) — Tue, 02 May 2017 13:48:42 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Haven of Swans Subtitle: A Rock Harbor Novel Author: Colleen Coble Narrator: Devon Oday Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 05-02-17 Publisher: Thomas Nelson Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 48 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: A beautiful woman stands by the side of the road, barefoot and bleeding, a child in her arms. Someone just tried to kill her, but she wouldn't recognize him if she saw his face. She doesn't even remember her own name. A suburban cop surveys a kitchen in disarray - a woman and child missing, a chilling note. This crime scene is unlike any he has ever seen. The man who calls himself Gideon waits and plans. He sees himself as a destroyer of evil, one who rids the world of abominations. He has already killed five. He will kill again. And somewhere in the wilderness, in a secret geocache near where the wild swans gather, lies the unspeakable clue that links them all together. Michigan's rugged and beautiful Upper Peninsula is the setting for this absorbing tale of love and loss, beauty and terror, grievous sins and second chances. A deftly woven thriller from the best-selling author of the Rock Harbor novels. Previously published as Abomination. Members Reviews: Gripping... I felt this was a very well-written novel. For some, it may be a story too graphically written. Yet, for others, it will be a gripping mystery that keeps one unable to stop listening. There are no graphic sexual accounts and no foul language...very clean in that respect...but it is a mystery with murder and accounts of how depraved man can become when unforgiveness is given full reign. I dont feel this is a book for those who are deeply disturbed by violence and brutality. If you are inclined to reading a murder mystery and delving into the minds of those who go down a path of revenge and gross misinterpretation of scripture ... I feel you would become engrossed in this book.

Bad Little Girl Audiobook by Frances Vick

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Frances Vick) — Wed, 22 Feb 2017 15:60:31 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bad Little Girl Author: Frances Vick Narrator: Katherine Manners Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 02-22-17 Publisher: Bookouture Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 302 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: "I'm not safe - you have to help me..." Little Lorna Bell is from a notorious family on a rundown estate. Everyone thinks she's a nasty piece of work. The schoolchildren call her a thief. But Lorna's hair is matted, her shoes pinch her feet, and school teacher Claire Penny can't help herself; some kids just need a bit more support, a bit more love, than the rest. As the bond between teacher and pupil grows stronger, Claire sees Lorna's bruises, and digs to uncover the disturbing tale behind them. Heartbroken, Claire knows she has to act. She must make Lorna safe. Just when Claire thinks she has protected Lorna, a chance encounter brings enigmatic stranger Marianne Cairns into their lives. Marianne seems generous and kind but there is something about her story that doesn't quite add up. Why does she feel so at home, and why is Lorna suddenly so unsettled? Claire has risked everything to save Lorna. But what can save Claire from the shocking truth? An utterly unputdownable and darkly compelling listen that will have fans of The Girl on the Train, The Sister, and Gone Girl absolutely hooked. Members Reviews: FINALLY, GILLIAN FLYNN & GIRL ON THE TRAIN have a book that is in the same league! I have returned more than a few books for "false advertising " by claiming that their book compares to GILLIAN FLYNN and GIRL ON THE TRAIN. It became my pet peeve. This book was a "one sitting" read for me. Interesting clever twists Started off a tad slow but unwound into a story far different than normal. Love the ending; could easily be picked back up and continued. Makes you imagine several possible endings! Didn't love it. I can see what this author was trying to convey clearly but was not succeeding in the telling. This story was too transparent for my liking and the main character was made to look so gullible and stupid that I had to force myself to keep reading. I don't want to be rude but it was painfully obvious what the child was doing right from the very beginning. I wanted to scream by the time I got to the cabin at the seaside. Nice try though. The Murdering Kind Oh my...is the last statement I made as this rememberable Frances Vick novel came to a close. Katherine Manners delightful narration made this story a breeze to the ears and not the horror thriller it would be if written for the big movie screen's. Clair was a bit lonely and would have been better off befriending a gentleman friend....or would she? Probably not..? I found myself liking Rabbit Girl too and I too like Clair would have been the fool too. I found myself wishing wishing she would take this little girl away from her horrible life. I too as this character on to take this girl take this little girl away from her life and show her how happy her life could be? After all the title of the book is The Bad Girl...I wanted so much for Lonnna to have a good life. I don't want to give away too much but some people just are not what they seem. Over all I gave this 4 1/2stars.. the half because I wanted Clair to at least have met a gentleman and have fallen in love and have kids of her own? I suppose, that's too much romance to ask for in a Thriller Novel? This was definitely a fabulous book.

A Silent Fury Audiobook by Lynette Eason

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lynette Eason) — Tue, 26 Sep 2017 01:51:15 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Silent Fury Subtitle: High Stakes, Book 2 Author: Lynette Eason Narrator: Amy Melissa Bentley Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 09-26-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 33 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Tragedy strikes Palmetto Deaf School - twice. With one student murdered and another missing, it's up to homicide detective Catelyn Clark to find the killer - and probable kidnapper - fast. She'll even work with her ex-boyfriend, FBI agent Joseph Santino, to solve the case...while keeping her distance. Relationships between cops never work; her parents taught her that. They also taught her that the only one she can rely on is herself. But when the killer starts targeting Catelyn, it's only by opening her heart to faith - and love - that she can finally bring the silent fury to an end. Members Reviews: So So Reader A lot of the good writing was let down by the way the performance was without inflection and rushed.

Die Trying Audiobook by Lee Child

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lee Child) — Thu, 09 Nov 2017 18:50:17 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Die Trying Subtitle: Jack Reacher, Book 2 Author: Lee Child Narrator: Jeff Harding Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 11-09-17 Publisher: Random House Audiobooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 5 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Random House presents the audiobook edition of Die Trying by Lee Child, read by Jeff Harding. Jack Reacher, alone, strolling nowhere. A Chicago street in bright sunshine. A young woman, struggling on crutches. He offers her a steadying arm. And turns to see a handgun aimed at his stomach. Chained in a dark van racing across America, Reacher doesn't know why they've been kidnapped. The woman claims to be FBI. She's certainly tough enough. But at their remote destination, will raw courage be enough to overcome the hopeless odds? Members Reviews: Not a favourite Enjoyed this romp of an adventure. Struggled at times with the narration style, in particular found 'He said / She said' very irritating. simply brilliant loved it top book same usual high standard from this genius series can't wait to listen to the rest Non stop Keeps twisting and keeps your attention throughout. Engaging plot and well thought out characters with gripping scenes. loved it excellent I was totally blown away thoroughly enjoyed it didn't want to get to the end Ridiculous plot There are so many holes in this plot, it's hard to know where to begin! The kidnappers think nothing of killing the owner of the car they are stealing but don't kill Jack Reacher who just happens to get caught up in the kidnap! To them, he would have been even less important than the car owner and they would have killed him almost immediately. Bad guys point guns at him countless times - but they never pull the trigger - despite slicing up FBI agents and their own gang members... Also, it would be almost impossible to group shots with a Barrett rifle at 1000 yards without having first 'zeroed in' the scope with the shooter's eye. At least three practice shots would be required before that grouping could be achieved. Once zeroed in for one shooter, the gun would not shoot accurately for another, unless the eye characteristics were the same, which is extremely unlikely. Also, why answer the radio when it becomes clear the bad guy only wants to use it to make his demands? If he can't make them, he has no lever. The FBI agents and Military personnel came across as rank amateurs. Storming the bad guys' fortress in city suits and shoes with a hand gun and no back up? Really? As for the kidnap victim also being the President's god-daughter - please...

Resurrecting Midnight Audiobook by Eric Jerome Dickey

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Eric Jerome Dickey) — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 01:33:09 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Resurrecting Midnight Subtitle: Gideon Series, Book 4 Author: Eric Jerome Dickey Narrator: Dion Graham Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 08-25-09 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 482 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: International assassin Gideon spilled blood for the first time when he was seven years old, with a single shot to the head of a man who was attempting to kill the woman Gideon had known as his mother. The victim was none other than his own father, a man of unspeakable evil. This pivotal event shaped Gideon throughout his life, made him who he is, one of the fiercest, most feared hired guns in the world. And one of the most hunted. After nearly losing his life in Antigua during a mission that went terribly wrong, Gideon trusts no one. But when a former lover and grifter, Arizona, resurfaces in need of his skills, she reminds him he was indebted to a man who had once saved his life: the son of the legendary con-man Scamz. Gideon is forced to take on an assignment which will lead him to Argentina in pursuit of a briefcase containing one part of a larger puzzle. The "package" contains material that another group of assassins - the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse - will kill to obtain and protect. One of the leaders of the Four Horsemen has a connection to Gideon that neither man is aware of - a connection that will be exposed when they meet face-to-face and gun-to-gun. Each member of The Four Horsemen is a world-class killer, each with a dark and dangerous past, and nothing will stop that team of renegades from completing their mission. As Gideon struggles to keep promises and uncover information about his past, he finds himself at the center of the ultimate double-cross and he is forced to do what he must to protect himself and those closest to him. Set amidst the exotic and vibrant streets of Miami and Buenos Aires, Resurrecting Midnight is an action-filled, pulse-pounding thriller from best-selling author Eric Jerome Dickey. Members Reviews: Part 5 where are You????????????????? This book has me begging for more like all the ones before.this book has left me craving for more he really came through on this for me I can not wait till the next book comes out more violence sex love yessssss this book has all the drama to really satisfy me!!!!!!!!!! Gideon - 1-4 Books Would you listen to Resurrecting Midnight again? Why? Please tell me that there will be additional books on Gideon? It cannot stop here... I loved the series! Glued To My Seat! I read the third installment, Dying For Revenge, not too long ago and was pleasantly surprised to discover this one had been released. All I can say is I hope this is not the end of the Giddian saga because the ending left me with more questions than answers. Arizona was even slicker and oilier than I remember and I thought she finally got a taste of what she so richly deserved. . I remember her from Thieve's Paradise and because there were references to that time, I actually went out and acquired another copy of that book to fill in what I may have missed years ago. For two days, this book had my attention. EJD, keep it coming. I'm no prude but those fans who are would probably approve of this latest installment as it lacked a lot of the graphic sexcapades in Waking With Enemies. Still, the scenes were hot, as usual and I can't wait to hear what happens to Giddian next.

A Study in Emerald Audiobook by Neil Gaiman

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Neil Gaiman) — Mon, 03 Dec 2007 20:54:23 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Study in Emerald Author: Neil Gaiman Narrator: Neil Gaiman Format: Unabridged Length: 49 mins Language: English Release date: 12-03-07 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2993 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: A Study in Emerald draws listeners in through carefully revealed details as a consulting detective and his narrator friend solve the mystery of a murdered German noble. But with its subtle allusions and surprise ending, this mystery hints that the real fun in solving this case lies in imagining all the details that Gaiman doesn't reveal, and challenges listeners to be detectives themselves. Members Reviews: Listen Well This story is brilliant, and subtle. It's a real treat! It's even worth re-listening to, because you will certainly miss some fantastical points the first time through. If you've listened to Sherlock Holmes stories before, don't let yourself get lulled into the familiar patterns of speech and characters -- keep sharp! You'll be glad you paid attention! If imitation is the highest form of flattery, Gaiman pays great homage to two amazing authors, and leaves his own patent mark, too. Buy it! You won't regret it! come again? What a nice retelling of a classic: comfortable yet unnerving. It's like putting an old pair of slippers and noticing how warm and fuzzy they are still and then noticing that you just put your feet in 2 spider nests... brilliant! Ready to start it over again My love of Holmes and my growing admiration for Gaiman led me to choose this fantastic short story. I must confess to being at a slight disadvantage in my appreciation of the tale because I am not familiar with Lovecraft's writings, being only an occasional visitor to the sci-fi genre. However, I was delighted at both the story and (as always) Gaiman's performance, and my first instinct as it ended was to start it right back at the beginning, because I am certain I missed some details the first time through. Loved the "advertisements" at the beginning of the chapters, although I suspect my ignorance of Lovecraft obscured the meaning of some of them. And with strange aeons even death may die.. This story is great. The homage to H.P. Lovecraft and Arthur Conan Doyle is wonderfully done. Its amazing how the story draws you in and, at a point, has you siding with the ancient evil that has taken hold of the world. The surprising identity of the main character flips your entire perspective of the story as you realize who the "bad guys" really are. The story is masterfully crafted, but this twist sealed the deal for me. It instantly became one of my all time favorite short stories. All throughout, you'll catch tid-bits of the Cthulhu tainted world the characters live in. The "commercials" at the beginning of each chapter are funny and horrific. The fact that this audiobook is free blows my mind... Not that I'm complaining, but its better than ones I've paid for. I'd say, "keep up the good work, Neil Gaiman..." but I don't think its necessary, since every thing he puts imagination to is amazing. Anybody who can turn the Swampthing comic into a literary work of art is clearly gifted. "But are not the dreams of poets and the tales of travellers notoriously false?" --H.P. Lovecraft Gaiman pays tribute to Sherlock and Lovecraft A Study in Emerald is a Hugo and Locus Award winning short story by Neil Gaiman in which he pays tribute to Sir Arthur Conan Doyle???s Sherlock Holmes and H.P.

Lost Dog Audiobook by Alan Russell

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Alan Russell) — Tue, 14 Jun 2016 18:27:38 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Lost Dog Subtitle: A Gideon and Sirius Novel, Book 3 Author: Alan Russell Narrator: Jeff Cummings Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 06-14-16 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 304 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Detective Michael Gideon is used to being handed L.A.'s oddest cases, but his newest one assigned itself. When Gideon's K-9 partner, Sirius, rescues a lost dog from a pack of coyotes, the duo tries to return her home - only to discover her owner is missing. Heather Moreland has clearly disappeared under suspicious circumstances, and the more Gideon digs into her past, the more he's convinced of her abduction. As Gideon strives to help the missing woman, he is also troubled by the suspicious death of Detective Langston Walker, the leader of a support group for families of murder victims. The last time they'd met, Walker told Gideon about a cold case he had reopened, making Gideon wonder if the detective's demise is the accident everyone believes. In this third book in Alan Russell's gripping cop-K-9 series, Gideon and Sirius race to save a young woman - and stop another killer from striking again. Members Reviews: Good Man/Dog suspence series Any additional comments? I have really enjoyed the Gideon and Sirius series so far. Alan Russell has set his own bar quite high with the first two books. This is the third and although I enjoyed it very much, I must say that I found the first two a little more suspenseful. I found this one to be slightly predictable. The premise of the story is good and again it is suspenseful. A young woman recently filing for a divorce from an abusive husband is abducted. One year earlier she had adopted a severely abused dog who trusted no one. It took months but finally there is a breakthrough and they become inseparable. Now she's been abducted. Ready? What kind of dog is it? It's a bloodhound mix! Anyway, there's a good story here and other things going on. Very entertaining and recommended. I do HIGHLY RECOMMENDED the series. Books don't have to be read/listened to in order but better that way, I think. If you found this review helpful please indicate so. Thank You. Lost dog Great idea spoiled by cringe/poor attempt at humour in narrative. No sense of pace or creating suspence An enjoyable book. Any additional comments? This was actually a pretty enjoyable book. This is the third book in a series of three. I read Book 1. I probably won't read Book 2. The author's writing style includes lots of bad jokes and cliches and too many references to oldie-goldies for my taste. However, the protagonist is likeable and I love the relationship between him and his K-9. Alan Russell is becoming one of my favorite... ...authors of non-espionage thrillers. First there was Multiple Wounds ( a multiple personality disorder novel), then the brilliant A Cold War (about a long term slave-like abduction), and now the 3 novel Gideon and Sirius police thriller series. This novel is the most recent novel in the Gideon and Sirius series. I exceeds expectations. My only complaint is with narrator Jeff Cummings who is not nearly as good as the material he is reading. Loved it Excellent read if you lives good mystery and you love dogs.....this one has it all.

The Kill List Audiobook by Frederick Forsyth

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Frederick Forsyth) — Tue, 20 Aug 2013 06:10:40 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Kill List Author: Frederick Forsyth Narrator: George Guidall Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 08-20-13 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 372 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: An extraordinary cutting-edge suspense novel from the master of international intrigue and number-one New York Times best-selling author. In Virginia, there is an agency bearing the bland name of Technical Operations Support Activity, or TOSA. Its one mission is to track, find, and kill those so dangerous to the United States that they are on a short document known as the Kill List. TOSA actually exists. So does the Kill List. Added to it is a new name: a terrorist of frightening effectiveness called the Preacher, who radicalizes young Muslims abroad to carry out assassinations. Unfortunately for him, one of the kills is a retired Marine general, whose son is TOSA's top hunter of men. He has spent the last six years at his job. He knows nothing about his target's name, face, or location. He realizes his search will take him to places where few could survive. But the Preacher has made it personal now. The hunt is on. Members Reviews: Good, But Not Forsyth's Best First of all let me say that I've read all but one or two of Forsyth's fictional works. Compared with all of his previous novels, I'd say this is one of the weaker ones. At times, I almost wondered if was reading an abridged version, as the character development seemed far less than most of Forsyth's other novels. As is the case with all of his works, you learn a lot about the subject at hand, which in this case is terrorism. The story in and of itself is not bad, but the twists and turns are not as surprising or clever as in other works like Day of the Jackal, The Fourth Protocol or Avenger. Nor is the story as well told. I would also question whether George Guidall was the best choice as a narrator for this story. I think he is a very gifted narrator and have enjoyed numerous books that he has read, however this type of book doesn't really fit Guidall, in my opinion. I'm not sure if it's his age or his voice quality, but his voice and delivery doesn't really add to the suspense of the story. And I say this as one who very seldom quibbles with a narrator. Often times I'm puzzled by the number of people who don't like a narrator, but in this case, I just don't think George fits well. All in all, if you are a fan of Forsyth and want to read all of his works, I'd go ahead and get a copy. If you are new to Forsyth, I'd skip this one (and The Dogs of War) and pick up one of his best novels, such as "The Day of the Jackal", "The Fourth Protocol", "Avenger", "The Veteran" or "The Cobra". He is really one of the best writers in this genre and one of my very favorite authors, I just don't think this is Forsyth at his best. Where's The Fire? Just finished this... panting,... wait let me catch my breath. I felt like I was chasing the characters all the time. It just moved from one action scene to another at breakneck speed. I liked the plot. I liked the characters from what I got to know of them. I wish this author had taken the time to develope some of the characters and relationships in a deeper fashion. At times it seemed as if Mr Guidall himself was having a hard time keeping the thing from running off the track. All in all I think you will like the book if you just want a fast mover. Forsyth reminds why he is a Master Any additional comments? It's been a while since the last novel by Frederick Forsyth.

The Immortality Curse Audiobook by Greig Beck

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Greig Beck) — Sat, 01 Jul 2017 17:40:02 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Immortality Curse Author: Greig Beck Narrator: Sean Mangan Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-17 Publisher: Bolinda Publishing Pty Ltd Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 114 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: The latest thrilling adventure from best-selling author Greig Beck! What would you give for eternal life? An impossibly old man, a family gruesomely murdered and a woman whose collection of mythological artefacts defies belief: Professor Matt Kearns knows they are connected. These ancient clues bring Matt out of his self-imposed solitude to seek the fabled Fountain of Youth. This brings on a perilous odyssey across deserts and oceans and into the heart of a mountain, and Matt must overcome horrifying adversaries and creatures of legend and also unravel a 5,000-year-old mystery that will tear at his very sanity. In a hidden place, Matt finds that some gifts have a terrible price - and some are not gifts at all but curses that can last for an eternity. Critic Reviews: "Thriller, science fiction, horror and military adventure...all the right stuff." (The West Australian) Members Reviews: Creatures of the dark beware Well another riveting adventure, weird dark creatures wanting to suck you dry, great characters: loved it. What is in the future for the Professor, looking forward to his next adventure. Sean Mangan again delivers a fantastic narration. Not what I expected! Not what I expected but a very good read! It was hard to put down, or pause, I'll be looking for more from Gregg Beck! Imaginative adventure Greig Beck is one of my favorite thriller authors, so I looked forward to my first audio book from him. The Immortality Curse is a ton of fun as a diverse group seeks out the ancient source of eternal life, taking them on a harrowing adventure where they encounter a conniving old woman, an enormous monster, and creepy critters. The ending was especially good, I thought, and I could see the potential for sequels coming off this one. I can't say too much without giving it all away! My only complaint was the narrator wasn't that great. However, if you love a grand adventure in the vein of Indiana Jones, you'll enjoy Greig Beck's books. Not enough meat! I have listened to all of Beck's book at this point and this one does not match up. There is too much minor action and not enough of the meaty stuff that he had in his other books. I have loved his stuff and would suggest you go to his other books instead. On the other hand Mangan's performance is as good as ever. I'm not sure I will recommend this book because... ...As a writer I understand the need for poetic license and from time to time I use it quite liberally. But when it comes to the Bible I find it best not to rewrite the Author (2Tim 3:16). Not only will you insult people on a very personal level and get it wrong (like making the Nephilim the good guys (Gen 6:1-8), you run the risk of contaminating what's in the Bible with your own ideology. And for the record, Noah would have NEVER acted that way. Probably one of the best compliments The Creator ever gave a human went to Noah in Gen. 6:22. We should all be so inspired. That being said I applaud the author for reminding anyone interested in learning about who Noah was to find out. Reading the Bible is something we could all stand to do more of especially if we are genuinely interested in learning about God's plans for us. (Revelations 21:3,4)

Smoked Out Audiobook by Jeff Carson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jeff Carson) — Mon, 03 Jul 2017 08:39:57 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Smoked Out Subtitle: David Wolf, Book 6 Author: Jeff Carson Narrator: Sean Patrick Hopkins Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 07-03-17 Publisher: Cross Atlantic Publishing Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: With over a dozen mending bones and other injuries wreaking havoc on his body, along with a shredded spirit twisting his sanity, former sheriff David Wolf is in no shape for any sort of action. But when FBI surveillance units move into the valley and surround his house, it seems he's about to have no choice. Wolf quickly learns, however, things are not what they seem, and a trap has been set with him as the prey. If he wants to live long enough to bring justice for the only woman he's ever loved and to see his son grow into a man, broken body or not, he must move, and move fast. Picking up where Cold Lake left off, this exciting sixth installment of the David Wolf mystery thriller series has Special Agent Kristen Luke of the FBI risking career and limb to help Wolf in a quest for the truth - a quest that will send them on an action packed adventure across the mountains of Colorado and back to Rocky Points for a deadly showdown that will reveal the answer to the one question Wolf desperately must know. Members Reviews: Wonderful, I enjoyed every minuted Narrator was awesome enjoyed listening to him. I love Mr. Carson's action pack books. Narrator brought it to life. This my second book of Mr. Carson will be buying more! Flows from Book 5 If you didn't read/listen to book 5, do that first or you will be lost. And while I did not enjoy book 5 you really do need it to understand and enjoy book 6. Book 6 Smoked Out is more like the earlier 4 books with many key characters playing key roles in moving the story forward and yet also getting glimpse into who they are and what is important to them. Also in Book 6 Wolf's actions and behaviors are more constant with books 1-4 than with book 5 where he behaved out of character (getting drunk and into a fight). Although the character development is minimal in this book relying on the reader to have picked up information from book 5 and earlier. Book 6 brings closure to many issues left open in Book 5 and opens a new chapter/book opportunity for book 7. If you liked the earlier Wolf stories and/or listened to book 5 you owe it to your self to finish the story line from book 5 with book 6. I am already looking forward to the release of Book 7.

Strip Audiobook by Thomas Perry

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Thomas Perry) — Thu, 13 May 2010 01:19:31 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Strip Subtitle: A Novel Author: Thomas Perry Narrator: Michael Kramer Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 05-13-10 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1030 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: An aging but formidable strip-club owner, Claudiu "Manco" Kapak, has been robbed by a masked gunman as he placed his cash receipts in a bank's night-deposit box. Enraged, he sends his half-dozen security men out to find a suspect who is spending lots of cash and is new enough to Los Angeles not to know he was robbing a gangster. Their search leads them to Joe Carver, an innocent but hardly defenseless newcomer who evades capture and sets out to make Kapak wish he'd chosen someone else. Meanwhile, the real culprit, Jefferson Davis Falkins, and his new girlfriend, Carrie, seem to believe they've found a whole new profession: robbing Manco Kapak. Lieutenant Nick Slosser, the police detective in charge of the puzzling and increasingly violent case, has his own troubles, including worries about how he's going to afford to send the oldest child of each of his two bigamous marriages to college without making their mothers suspicious. As this odd series of difficulties explodes into a triple killing, Carver finds himself in the middle of a brewing gang war over Kapak's little empire, while Falkins and Carrie journey into territory more strange and violent than either had imagined. Critic Reviews: Perry's exquisite timing and finesse provide near perfect endings to the multiple story lines and make this escapist reading at its best. (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: Not A Waste Of Time But... This is like a collection of short stories...Maybe even comic book stories. Each is interesting and they do hang together... And it's not really boring. But I kept expecting something greater than the sum of these parts would happen and less did. There are so many books to listen to and I'm a tad disappointed that I spent this much of it on "Strip". Still it made my morning gym visits less uncomfortable and wasn't bad company during household chores. Not sure that's a great recommendation though. Plus there are brothers in this plot and Michael Kramer seemed stymied over how to make their tongues seem different enough to keep track. On the other hand they, like most of these characters, really weren't much deeper than comic book characters so, maybe he didn't care about them, so... neither did I. On balance? Pass on this one. It's not a waste of time but.... Better and Better I have always been a Thomas Perry fan. He writes formulaically and that is not a knock if done well. But how an author can produce novels for 18 years and scripts for years before that and suddenly step up his game like this is beyond me. This is uber Elmore Leonard but even better than the beloved Elmore. "Strip" is so good on many levels. There is Karma. People get what they deserve and even if this doesn't happen in real life, it is tremendously satisfying. But what do the characters in "Strip" deserve, exactly? You think you know when you start out. There is the innocent man under attack, the nasty small-time gangster, the thief, his put-upon girlfriend, a bodyguard, a collection of hoods. Good guys-Bad guys, right? Not so fast. Perry lovingly unveils these characters until you become very fond of some people you assumed you would despise-- and then they disappoint you, these fleshed-out characters that you have become invested in.

Blood Infernal Audiobook by James Rollins, Rebecca Cantrell

biacuaduc@gmail.com (James Rollins) — Tue, 10 Feb 2015 22:42:44 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Blood Infernal Subtitle: The Order of the Sanguines Series Author: James Rollins, Rebecca Cantrell Narrator: Christian Baskous Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 02-10-15 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 544 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: In a masterpiece of supernatural mystery and apocalyptic prophecy, New York Times best-selling authors James Rollins and Rebecca Cantrell bring to a thunderous conclusion their epic trilogy of novels set between the worlds of shadow and light, between salvation and damnation, where the very gates of hell must be shattered to discover the true fate of humankind.... As an escalating scourge of grisly murders sweeps the globe, archaeologist Erin Granger must decipher the truth behind an immortal prophecy foretold in the Blood Gospel, a tome written by Christ and lost for centuries: The shackles of Lucifer have been loosened, and his Chalice remains lost. It will take the light of all three to forge the Chalice anew and banish him again to his eternal darkness. With the apocalypse looming, Erin must again join forces with army sergeant Jordan Stone and Father Rhun Korza to search for a treasure lost for millennia. But the prize has already fallen into the hands of their enemy--a demon named Legion, before whom even the walls of the Vatican will fall. The search for the key to salvation will take Erin and the others across centuries and around the world, from the dusty shelves of the Vatican's secret archives to lost medieval laboratories where ancient alchemies were employed to horrific ends. All the while,they are hunted, besieged by creatures of uncanny skill and talent. Clues are dug free from ancient underground chapels and found frozen in icy mountain caverns--ones that will destroy not only her but all she loves. To protect the world, Erin must walk through the very gates of hell and face the darkest of enemies: Lucifer himself. Members Reviews: Great book! James Rollins delivered a fabulous book and a fitting end to this series. I recommend it, hands down! Not a huge fan of the narrator as he is too erratic in volume (I'm always turning it up and down!), but he has a good voice and its nice to have all of the books read by the same person. Narrator Needs Training What would have made Blood Infernal better? I might have enjoyed the story but couldn't get past the narration. Every other sentence ended on an up note even when the characters weren't asking questions. There was no distinction between the voices of the characters making it hard to follow or bond with any of the individual players. I think I would probably enjoy reading this novel, but couldn't finish the audio book simply because of the narration. Maybe the narrator is new and can improve with time; however, I am sorry to write that I cannot recommend his performance for other audio books. Oh well, better luck next time. Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How? No. Who would you have cast as narrator instead of Christian Baskous? Scott Thomas Sean Mangan Ray Porter, D.M. Pulley P.J. Ochlan In other words, anyone but Mr. Baskous. What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment? Couldn't finish it so don't know. I suppose based upon the plot and what little I did listen to it is probably a pretty good book. Great Ending to the Series What made the experience of listening to Blood Infernal the most enjoyable? I loved this book! I thought it was a wonderful ending to the series and I thoroughly enjoyed each of the books. Christian Baskous did a fantastic job narrating.

Dire Audiobook by Jeff Carson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jeff Carson) — Mon, 21 Aug 2017 09:21:33 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dire Subtitle: David Wolf, Volume 8 Author: Jeff Carson Narrator: Sean Patrick Hopkins Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 08-21-17 Publisher: Cross Atlantic Publishing Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 9 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: When a man careens off the road into the frigid waters of the Chautauqua River, Chief Detective David Wolf risks his own life to bring the man to shore. News of Wolf's bravery travels fast through the burgeoning ski town of Rocky Points, Colorado, and before long he's pulled into the political grinder, where candidates are eager to exploit Wolf's character for their own gain. Injured as well in the process, it seems his heroic deed was some cruel twist of fate, that is, until he meets Lauren Coulter, a new girl in town and a nurse at the local hospital. Lauren is smart, beautiful, and just Wolf's type. The connection between them is there. But just as they get started, so does the killing. And as bodies start emerging, so do the secrets from Lauren's troubled past. Has fate steered Wolf to the wrong woman? Or is someone more devious behind the wheel? Lives will depend on how fast Wolf can come up with the answer, and this time, living with failure will prove to be something much worse than death. Members Reviews: Dire This. book has a great plot and enjoyable crafter development. His books are always beautifully illustrated using words and this to describe the country side. great book kept my interest the whole time and finished it in a couple days. blah blah blah I hate 15 words

No Return Audiobook by Brett Battles

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Brett Battles) — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 16:32:09 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: No Return Subtitle: A Novel Author: Brett Battles Narrator: Scott Brick Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 01-31-12 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 229 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: An F-18 Navy fighter careens out of the blue sky above the Mojave desert. A TV cameraman who grew up in a small town just miles away can see what is going to happen next. Frantically, Wes Stewart races to the downed jet and tries to save the pilots life. When the plane explodes, Wes escapes without harmand plunges into a murderous conspiracy. Its been 15 years since Wes has been back to the desolate land of his childhood. Now he finds himself up against the U.S. military, the local police, and someone who is tracking his every move. In the moments he spent with the dying pilot, Wes discovered something that could get him killed. But while he tries to untangle a web of lies and secrets surrounding the crash, another danger is stalking him. And this one he will never see coming. Members Reviews: Wonderful Brett Battles stand alone novel! When I find an thriller author I really like I purchase all of his/her novels. I recently purchased No Return and Rewinder to complete my Brett Battles library. (I have the complete works of quite a number of other authors including Vince Flynn, Ben Coes, Brad Thor, Karin Slaughter, Brad Taylor, Bob Meyer, Michael Connelly, Patricia Cornwell, Brad Metzler, Mark Dawson, Brian Haig, David Baldacci, Greg Iles, Charles Todd, Daniel Silva, Dalton Fury, Tom Clancy, Harlan Coben, Lee Child, Lisa Gardner, Mark Greaney, Michael Koryta, Nelson DeMille, T. R. Regan, and a few others. I prefer the audiobooks, but I buy the KIindle versions when the books ar not available from Audible. It is little wonder that my Audible library is approaching 900 books and my Kindle library is over 500 books.) No Return is set in the desert town of China Lake, California where Brett Battles grew up and where a Naval air base is located. The major plot line is about a plane that crashed near the town with the pilot being misidentified by the Navy. The subplot is about a death that occurred in the town while the main character was growing up there. As usual with Brett Battles the characters are well developed and the story has lots of suspense. The narrator is Scott Brick who also narrates Brett Battles entire Jonathan Quinn series. Scott Brick is one of many excellent narrators, and he happens to be my favorite. In addition to the Quinn series, Battles has another great series named Project Eden which is narrated by McLeod Andrews, another excellent narrator. He also has the short Logan Harper series which is not as good as well as being co-writer of the two book Alexandra Poe tseries which I find disappointing. One of the really nice aspects of the the more recent Battles novels that are narrated by Scott Brick is that they end with a 15 to 20 minute interview of Battles by Brick.

Shatter the Bones Audiobook by Stuart MacBride

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Stuart MacBride) — Thu, 06 Jan 2011 09:01:45 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Shatter the Bones Author: Stuart MacBride Narrator: Steve Worsley Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 01-06-11 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 145 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: The new Logan McRae thriller set in gritty Aberdeen, from the bestselling author of Cold Granite and Dark Blood. 'You will raise money for the safe return of Alison and Jenny McGregor. If you raise enough money within fourteen days they will be released. If not, Jenny will be killed. 'Alison and Jenny McGregor Aberdeen's own mother-daughter singing sensation are through to the semi-finals of TV smash-hit Britain's Next Big Star. They're in all the gossip magazines, they've got millions of YouTube hits, and everyone loves them. But their reality-TV dream has turned into a real-life nightmare. The ransom demand appears in all the papers, on the TV, and the internet, telling the nation to dig deep if they want to keep Alison and Jenny alive. The media want action; the public displays of grief and anger are reaching fever-pitch. Time is running out, but DS Logan McRae and his colleagues have nothing to go on: the kidnappers haven't left a single piece of forensic evidence. The investigation is going nowhere. It looks as if the price of fame just got a lot higher Critic Reviews: "A terrific writer bodies abound, blood flows freely and McRae is a delight." (The Times) "Some of the grittiest crime-writing in the field etched in the darkest of hues and with dialogue so sharp you might cut yourself." (Independent) "Hard-hitting prose with a bone-dry humour and characters you can genuinely believe in, Stuart MacBride's Logan McRae series of novels are a real treat." (Simon Kernick) Members Reviews: Like the Logan MacCrae series? You'll like this. More of the same smart but gritty detective work from Logan MacCrae in this book. The toxic atmosphere in the station is still there, as are the life-like relationships with the other officers. The raw (but funny) Scottish street humour is also present, along with a healthy dose of colloquial Scottish terminology, which might cause some head-scratching for non-Brits. Overall a good read. Another Great Novel I am on #7 in the Logan McRae series. Again I'm very impressed by plot and character development. On to #8! Addictive listening ! Loving these Aberdeen based crime novels. Each one becomes more interesting in the development of the characters. Inspector Steele's wit and humor keeps things light. Brilliantly done! Very average I've listened to most of this series, but kind of gave up because the formula started getting a bit annoying... the Bosses yell, and don't listen, the papers blame the cops for not solving crimes the day they happen, and Logan never, ever gets a day off. Of course, there are some great parts to this series - primary among that is the funny characters, like Steel, but i guess the annoying parts just got too repetitive for me. Anyway, it's been a couple years so i thought i'd try another, and i'm kind of sorry i did. The formula is still the same, and this one wasn't quite as funny. And the previous narrator seemed better to me as well. difficult to understand the narrator Would you try another book from Stuart MacBride and/or Steve Worsley? I love reading macbride books but found the 3 I have just purchased in audible format impossible to understand with any ease due to the strong accent of the narrators. Having to replay constantly to understand dialogue is frustrating.

The Vault Audiobook by Boyd Morrison

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Boyd Morrison) — Tue, 05 Jul 2011 22:51:41 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Vault Subtitle: A Novel Author: Boyd Morrison Narrator: Boyd Gaines Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 07-05-11 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 150 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Tyler Locke's routine commute on a Washington State ferry is interrupted by a chilling anonymous call claiming that his father has been kidnapped and that a truck bomb is set to detonate on board in twenty minutes. When Tyler, a former army combat engineer, reaches the bomb on the boat's car deck, he's stunned to find classical languages expert Stacy Benedict waiting for him. She's received the same threat and her sister has also been taken. In order to disarm the bomb, they must work together to solve an engineering puzzle - a puzzle written in ancient Greek. Preventing the explosion is only the first step. They soon learn the entire setup is a test created by a ruthless criminal who forces them to go on a seemingly impossible mission: uncover the legendary lost riches of King Midas. Tyler and Stacy have just five days to track down the gold. Armed with an ancient manuscript penned by brilliant Greek inventor Archimedes, they begin a quest to unravel a 2,000-year-old mystery whose answer is hidden within the workings of a cryptic artifact: the Antikythera mechanism, a device designed by Archimedes himself. To save their loved ones and prevent their captors from recovering a treasure that will finance unspeakable devastation, Tyler and Stacy head to Italy, Germany, Greece, and finally the streets of New York City in a race against the clock to find the truth behind the story of King Midas. Members Reviews: Fun escape-fiction If you enjoy fun, popcorn-ready thrillers, then Boyd Morrison is writing for you. I think that you will get a kick out of "The Vault," while even learning a bit about the third-century-B.C. genius, Archimedes, and the (probably) mythical King Midas he of the "golden touch." Morrison writes successful thrillers, because he gives us really bad bad-guys, whom we can hate unconditionally, while his heroines and heros have strengths, weaknesses, flaws, and vulnerabilities ... like us! In the case of "The Vault," Morrison gives us a despicable villain aptly named Jordan Orr (get it?), who lusts after the Midas touch. Morrison also provides us with a formulaic -- but, none-the-less enjoyable -- plot, where the reluctant hero and heroine (falling in love along the way, of course) must chase all over the western world, searching for the crypt of King Midas, in order to save their loved-ones from the clutches of the evil Jordan Orr. Satisfyingly, good triumphs over evil in the end; and the bad guys get their just deserts, while the good guys live happily ever after. The narrator, Boyd Gaines, does an adequate -- if not spectacular -- job of reading "The Vault." He has a nice voice, while lacking the range of voices and accents needed for a story like "The Vault;" but he reads slowly and enunciates clearly. I would have preferred that he worked up a little more thespian excitement during the edge-of-your-seat nail-biting parts of the story; but the plot, itself, made up the difference.

Death in August Audiobook by Marco Vichi, Stephen Sartarelli - translation

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Marco Vichi) — Mon, 15 Jan 2018 16:39:14 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Death in August Subtitle: Inspector Bordelli, Book 1 Author: Marco Vichi, Stephen Sartarelli - translation Narrator: Tim Bruce Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 01-15-18 Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Crime fiction packed with Italian flavour, Death in August is the first Inspector Bordelli mystery set in 1960s' Florence - perfect for fans of Andrea Camilleri or Donna Leon. Florence, summer 1963. Inspector Bordelli is one of the few policemen left in the deserted city. He spends his days on routine work and his nights tormented by the heat and mosquitoes. Suddenly one night, a telephone call gives him a new sense of purpose: the suspected death of a wealthy Signora. Bordelli rushes to her hilltop villa and picks the locks. The old woman is lying on her bed - apparently killed by an asthma attack, though her medicine has been left untouched. With the help of his young protégé, the victim's eccentric brother and a semiretired petty thief, the inspector begins a murder investigation. Each suspect has a solid alibi, but there is something that doesn't quite add up.... Members Reviews: A murder mystery in the grand tradition A wonderful whodunnit chock full of quirky characters, unexpected twists-and-turns, and the richness of Italy's landscape, culture, and cuisine. It reads fast and keeps one's interest. A nice book An Italian crime book. The protagonists are the weather, extremely hot, the loneliness of the police inspector who has some friends. All these friends are lonely too. The story is not really important. The thoughts of the police man are. These thoughts are about the people in the story and people from earlier days. A central place in the book is the fantastic diner the police inspector has organized for his lonely friends. Among these friends are some small criminals, an aristocratic inventor, an old police doctor, a young Sardinian police inspector. And it is terrible hot, suffocating hot. Such a strange but impelling story. I don't know why I read this story avidly. It is very atmospheric-the heat is the principal character. The police officer is not terribly likable, though I heartily approve of his attitude to some of his criminal friends. In fact all his friends are unusual. The war stories seemed likely so true. I don't usually like stories of people who seem trapped in a kind of basic unhappiness. This is a horrible review. Sorry. The Introspective Detective I enjoyed Death in Sardinia, the latest in the series, so went back to this first Inspector Bordelli mystery. It's a good read. Bordelli is a unique character. His unorthodox procedures and flashbacks to Resistance days create a refreshing dimension to the typical police character. Bordelli's friends are an equally interesting set of colorful characters. I was happy to meet them here as I liked them very much in the latest book.. The story overall is moderately paced but held my interest throughout. The "solution" is clever and the ending satisfying. I've become a Bordelli fan and look forward to reading the other books in the series. Good Mystery with local color Good tale with local color - an enjoyable read and a good mystery.

Where Eagles Dare Audiobook by Alistair MacLean

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Alistair MacLean) — Thu, 06 Jul 2017 19:57:49 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Where Eagles Dare Author: Alistair MacLean Narrator: Jonathan Oliver Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 07-06-17 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 32 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: The classic World War II thriller from the acclaimed master of action and suspense. One winter night, seven men and a woman are parachuted onto a mountainside in wartime Germany. Their objective: an apparently inaccessible castle, headquarters of the Gestapo. Their mission: to rescue a crashed American general before the Nazi interrogators can force him to reveal secret D-day plans. Critic Reviews: "A real humdinger. The best MacLean." (Daily Mirror) "There is a splendid audacity about Where Eagles Dare, in which a handful of British agents invade an 'impenetrable' Gestapo command post...MacLean offers a real dazzler of a thriller, with vivid action, fine set pieces of suspense and a virtuoso display of startling plot twists." (The New York Times) Members Reviews: Great Book, Terrible Performance This is one of my all-time favorite thrillers. But, in this case, a great book is all but ruined by a truly terrible narrator. His accent is atrocious. He makes Smith and Wyatt-Turner, characters of brilliance and sophistication, sound like uneducated cockneys, who scream constantly. Please! Do it over, and get Bill Bryson or Micheal Pritchard to do the reading. One of MacLeans best! I have been waiting years for Audible to get Alistair MacLeans books. This has always been one of my favorite of his books, a very entertaining and enjoyable wartime thriller. The narrator is wonderful. Wonderful to have Alistair MacLean available If you could sum up Where Eagles Dare in three words, what would they be? The book sticks close to the movie of the same name, which is not surprising when you realize that MacLean wrote the movies screenplay before the novel. Richard Burton's young son complained to his father that he could not see any of his dad's movies, so the actor approached MacLean to rectify this. And to my mind this is perhaps the most thrilling and exciting novel from MacLean and a very easy purchase. Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How? Yes, I know the plot backwards and forwards from the movie but you get so involved in the action that you forget that you already know what happens. This means (for me at least) that this title will have a high replay value What about Jonathan Olivers performance did you like? I think Oliver did an excellent job. At first I wasn't so sure about Oliver but as the book went on I got used to Oliver and consider him up there with the likes of Simon Vance (my personal favorite narrator) Any additional comments? It's wonderful to see unabridged MacLean narrations on audible. He is my favorite author. I snapped all eight of them at once and look forward to seeing more in the future. Please, Audible let's get the whole MacLean series available. Many thanks in advance :) A great story, not dealt justice Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? Possibly not. I love the story, it is a classic, and possibly Maclean's best work... but.. it is only a good listen if the narrator can recreate this. The producer/editors should also take some of the blame to. This recording is not upto the standard of the 40 year old cassette version! Who might you have cast as narrator instead of Jonathan Oliver? Anyone! (David Rintoul, Toby Longworth, Matt Addis, but as they are soooo good and therefore possibly to expensive to employ)..

6 Killer Bodies Audiobook by Stephanie Bond

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Stephanie Bond) — Thu, 09 Oct 2014 23:08:16 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: 6 Killer Bodies Subtitle: Body Movers Novel, Book 6 Author: Stephanie Bond Narrator: Maureen Jones Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 10-09-14 Publisher: Stephanie Bond, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 94 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: A killer remains at large... Carlotta Wren's world is crumbling beneath her well-shod feet. One of her closest friends has been arrested as the Charmed Killer, but Carlotta refuses to believe it. And to prove her friend's innocence, Carlotta goes against her boyfriend Peter's wishes and resumes her after-hours body-moving duties. And then... Peter pressures her for an answer to his proposal... Her troubled brother Wesley goes missing... And the madman stalking the city strikes again, this time a little too close to home. But when Carlotta finds herself in the clutches of the Charmed Killer, is she destined for her own body bag? Members Reviews: Pretty Good As always, there is lot going on in this book and Carlotta puts herself in the middle. She is still bouncing in between men and trying to help her brother Wes. Although Carlotta's life is messy, the mystery still remains the main focus and is well written. I will probably read the next book. Body Mover 6 Was exciting from beginning to the end. can't wait to order the next two in the series. I would highly recommend this series. Miss Bond does it again, thank you. Maureen jones is the WORST narrator This narrator cannot even pronounce the word garage. She also makes the character peter sound like he's got a stick up his behind and a total dork. Jacks voice sounds female and there are several other words she couldn't pronounce properly but the main one being in garage i love carlotta great listen..... love this series........ come on cooper .........and whats up with junes son? its a series worth getting deep into.

The Breach Audiobook by Patrick Lee

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Patrick Lee) — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 09:22:14 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Breach Author: Patrick Lee Narrator: Jeff Gurner Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 03-09-10 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 729 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Thirty years ago, in a facility buried beneath a vast Wyoming emptiness, an experiment gone awry accidentally opened a door. It is the worlds best-kept secretand its most terrifying. Trying to regain his life in the Alaskan wilds, ex-con/ex-cop Travis Chase stumbles upon an impossible scene: a crashed 747 passenger jet filled with the murdered dead, including the wife of the [resident of the United States. Though a nightmare of monumental proportions, it pales before the terror to come, as Chase is dragged into a battle for the future that revolves around an amazing artifact. Allied with a beautiful covert operative whose life he saved, Chase must now play the role hes been destined fora pawn of incomprehensible forces or humankinds final hopeas the race toward Apocalypse begins in earnest. Because something is loose in the world. And doomsday is not only possible...it is inevitable. Critic Reviews: "It's all here: brilliantly devious enemies; nifty, innovative gadgets and weaponry; hang-on-to-your-hat action; and razor-sharp plot twists aplenty." (Publishers Weekly) "Audacious and terrifying - and uncannily believable." (Lee Child) Members Reviews: Good but with problems This is a good page turner/book to read on a vacation. Basically put it's not the brightest of novels. The science fiction, while sound in the reality, is a little vague in terms of the why's and what's. But if you suspend your disbelief enough it all comes together in a nice wash of dumb euphoria. There are 2 problems I had with the book: 1. the "good guys" speak and deduct like genius' that really only serve the plot which is slightly annoying. Some of their reasoning skills come down to the reader thinking, "really? because that's infering quite a bit and there are many more solutions that counter that. On top of their genius there are HUGE mistakes made that seem illogical for them to make. I won't spoil anything here but keep in mind, if you understand how a technology works why would you allow it to basicially work in the enemies favor? 2. The book, while trying to keep the female lead strong and intelligent fails to due so in most respects in order to keep the male lead the main protagonist. She says smart things and we are told she's smart, but then we have this male protagonist with zero experience in the things he's dealing with deducting for her and otherwise making her look dumb. He's always telling her what is happening and she's always dumbly following and saying, "I don't know, what do you think?" It comes across as chauvinistic in my opinion, and I'm male. I'd recommend this to anyone who wants a quick fun read, but don't expect to remember this one as it's poor character development makes it forgettable. Unspeakably surprised; No regrets I chose to buy this book for the sole reason that Jeff Gurner reads it. I had never heard of the author nor the particular title. I finished Jeff Gurner's other reads, namely Daemon and Freedom (TM), and was blown away by his performances. On that single criterion, I chose this title, along with the help of another reviewer which said the book was a wild ride. Aside from the predictably fantastic narrator, the book was shorter than the other books I've purchased, by about half the length.

Two Little Girls in Blue Audiobook by Mary Higgins Clark

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mary Higgins Clark) — Sat, 15 Nov 2008 09:47:51 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Two Little Girls in Blue Subtitle: A Novel Author: Mary Higgins Clark Narrator: Jan Maxwell Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 11-15-08 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 353 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Hours after throwing a third birthday party for their twins Kathy and Kelly in their Connecticut home, Margaret and Steve Frawley return home from a dinner in New York to discover the police in the house, their daughters missing, and an eight million dollar ransom note. The Frawleys meet the kidnapper's demands, but the abandoned car they're led to contains only Kelly, the body of the driver, and a suicide note, saying he had inadvertently killed Kathy and dumped her body in the ocean. At the private memorial Mass for Kathy, Kelly tugs Margaret's arm and says that her sister Kathy "wants to come home right now." More unexplainable occurrences indicate that Kelly is in touch with Kathy, but no one except Margaret believes that Kathy is still alive. As Kelly's warnings become increasingly specific and alarming, however, FBI agents set out on a search for the kidnappers as Kathy's life hangs by a thread. Delving into the well-documented but still unexplained phenomenon of twin telepathy, worldwide #1 best seller Mary Higgins Clark takes us deep into the minds of her characters while lifting us to the heights of suspense. Members Reviews: A good story--will hold your interest throughout This is a good mystery, written by Mary Higgins Clark, who is certainly one of the greats in this genre. This story is about a set of twins who are kidnapped, but only one gets rescued, leading to interesting plot developments that arise partly out of the mother's trust that the safe twin can feel what the other is going through and keep hope alive for finding her. Mostly it is unremarkable in other ways, a bit predictable on most levels. However, what made it greatly interesting to me is that it was sort of a story about how often people see things or have encounters that leave them briefly wondering, then quickly dismiss them as unimportant. This entire book seemed to be circling around the numerous ways alert people misread signals and situations, passed off important clues as trivial events. It is a reminder, especially in these times, that we all probably should be more aware of what seems odd or suspicious, and not ignore unusual things we observe. That appeared to be a central part of this story--things happening that people chose to interpret as innocent events, thus prolonging the crisis. MHC is an excellent mystery writer. I thought the narrator got off to a bad start, but quickly improved, making the book an overall good listening experience. Another Winner Great read . . . . oh, I meant listen! Whether you are a fan of the author or listening to her work for the first time, you'll enjoy this book. A Good Plot Would you listen to Two Little Girls in Blue again? Why? Any parent's dread is to have their child kidnapped, but to have two missing is a horror. The kidnappers are callous and have no scruples. They even turn on each other.

INSTINCT (A Jack Sigler Thriller - Book 2) Audiobook by Jeremy Robinson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jeremy Robinson) — Tue, 25 May 2010 00:21:44 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: INSTINCT (A Jack Sigler Thriller - Book 2) Author: Jeremy Robinson Narrator: Jeffrey Kafer Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 05-25-10 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 333 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: In this sequel to Pulse, a genetic disease known as Brugada Syndrome kills its victims without warning, without symptom. When the president of the United States falls victim to a weaponized and contagious strain of the disease, the Chess Team - King, Queen, Rook, Knight, and Bishop - are assigned to protect Sara Fogg, a CDC detective, as she journeys to the source of the new strain: the Annamite Mountains in Vietnam. Surrounded by Vietnam War-era landmines, harsh terrain, and more than one military force not happy about the return of American boots to the Ho Chi Minh trail, the fight for survival becomes a grueling battle in the humid jungle. Pursued by VPLA Death Volunteers, Vietnam's Special Forces unit, the teams flight through a maze of archaic ruins reveals an ancient secret...a primal secret that may stop the disease from sweeping the globe, even as it threatens both the mission and their lives. Critic Reviews: "Intense and full of riveting plot twists, it is Robinsons best book yet, and it should secure a place for the Chess Team on the A-list of thriller fans who like the over-the-top style of James Rollins and Matthew Reilly. (Booklist) "If you like thrillers original, unpredictable, and chock-full of action, you are going to love Jeremy Robinson's Chess Team. Instinct riveted me to my chair." (Stephen Coonts) Members Reviews: Man-Apes and a new ally Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? I have enjoyed not only the book but all of the "Chess Team" novels. I would recommend this and the other books to anyone who like Special Force/Super Solider and/or Science Fiction books. This book blends the Super Soldier and the Sciencie Science Fiction genres to create a well developed story and characters. Who was your favorite character and why? King-He is the lead and is trying to deal with family issues on top of heading up an elite super soldier force all at the same time. He is Rambo and Bill Cosby's love child. What about Jeffrey Kafers performance did you like? Kafer brought an easy listening style to a rapid action sequenced and multi-arena story lined book. He had to make each character as well as each storyline separate and distinguishable at the same time since at some parts of the book all the story lines and characters were happening/talking over each other. AWESOME! ABSOLUTELY AWESOME!! The Chess team is exactly what a spec ops team is all about. plain and simple. if you are looking for a great series this is it! It's awesome! well worth the read or in this case the listen! I have become a fan boy of jeremy robinson and his books! To be honest it been hard to find a series that can hold my attention and cause me to remember each character and its history.

The Halo Effect Audiobook by Anne D. LeClaire

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Anne D. LeClaire) — Sat, 01 Apr 2017 22:32:41 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Halo Effect Subtitle: A Novel Author: Anne D. LeClaire Narrator: Will Damron, Karen Peakes Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 04-01-17 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 131 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: In this tour de force, a father, shaken by tragedy, tries to avenge his daughter's murder - and restore his family's shattered life. It was supposed to be a typical October evening for renowned portrait artist Will Light. Over dinner of lamb tagine, his wife, Sophie, would share news about chorus rehearsals for the upcoming holiday concert, and their teenage daughter, Lucy, would chatter about French club and field hockey. Only Lucy never came home. Her body was found, days later, in the woods. The Eastern Seaboard town of Port Fortune used to be Will's comfort. Now, there's no safe harbor for him. Not even when Father Gervase asks Will to paint portraits of saints for the new cathedral. Using the townspeople as models, Will sees in each face only a mask of the darkness of evil. And he just might be painting his daughter's killer. As Will navigates his rage and heartbreak, Sophie tries to move on; Father Gervase becomes an unexpected ally; and Rain, Lucy's best friend, shrouds herself in a near-silent fugue. Their paths collide in a series of inextricably linked, dark, dangerous moments that could lead to their undoing...or to their redemption. Members Reviews: Painful and tragic contemporary fiction novel The Halo Effect is a well written and narrated audio novel that is painful and tragic. A teenage daughter, an only child, is murdered and her parents seek to find ways to move forward with their lives. He father has more difficulty as he threatens to fall into hopeless despair. Read the publisher's summary before purchasing this novel. It tough to endure. I struggled to finish because there's too many chapters of suffering and not a lot of murder mystery. I can't begin to imagine... I found this book heartbreaking. That's not to say I don't think it is a good book, what I am saying is that the protagonist is a father (Will Light) whose daughter has been murdered. Through most of the book you hear his narrative of his personal struggle with life after his daughter. You see a man who went from a relatively happy home life with a good marriage to a lonely bitter man who purchases an illegal hand gun, has started drinking, has anger issues and whose wife decides to move out and get her own apartment because she can't deal with him any longer. The ending is a surprise because the story leads to an obvious person but of course that is not the case. You don't find out who killed the Light's daughter until about 20 minutes before the end. That took the predictability right out! Although this book is classified a mystery and you don't know who committed the murder until the end, I didn't find it suspenseful, instead I found it more emotional. I found the narration to be a little on the slower side and had to listen at 1.25 speed. The narrators did a super job getting the Massachusetts accent. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. If you found this review helpful please indicate so. Thank You. terrible Boring, I skipped through most of it. And the narrators were monotone and lifeless just like the book. Complete waste of time. Yeah just not my cup of tea. Felt like the writer was filling pages with a bunch of random words which made the the story drag out. Way boring.

Dead Silence Audiobook by Brenda Novak

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Brenda Novak) — Mon, 31 Jul 2006 10:01:23 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dead Silence Author: Brenda Novak Narrator: Suzanne Toren Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 07-31-06 Publisher: Harlequin Books S.A. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 230 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Grace left the town of Stillwater 13 years ago, trying to forget, trying to make good. As an assistant D.A. in Jackson, she's finally achieved the success that was supposed to change her life. But it hasn't, so she's come back to confront her own history. Which means returning to the farmhouse now owned by her brother and facing the people of Stillwater, a number of whom suspect the truth. Widower Kennedy Archer is one of those people. He's running for mayor and needs to stay as far away from Grace as possible. And yet, she's an enigma he can't resist. Even though her enemies are close to finding out what really happened...and that could ruin them both. Critic Reviews: "Compelling...Novak expertly mixes her usual superior characterization with a chilling sense of evil as she pairs up a complicated heroine with a dark past with a caring, honorable man who gives her hope for the future." (Booklist) Members Reviews: Dead Silence I wish I had read the reviews before purchasing this book. Turns out the publisher's summary is the most interesting part. This is a story for the hopelessly romantic gal who wants to simply disengage her brain and escape reality and logic. All I can say about the main character, Grace Montgomery, is that for a smart woman she sure is dumb. Five Stars for this Thriller! I loved this audiobook and am thrilled that this author has another book I can download and listen to immediately but wish she had a lot more. Hopefully some more will appear soon. This book is about Grace, a woman who moves back to her home town where she is remembered as high school's "bad girl". Her stepfather's disappearance when she was 13 is a mystery that was never solved and keeps the townspeople talking about her "white trash" family and what they might have done to him. One man, Kennedy Archer, remembers Grace from high school and cringes with memories of how she was treated, regretting how his friends treated Gracie in high school and how he himself just plain ignored her. He finds the adult Grace, now a successful assistant district attorney to be very attractive and the feeling is mutual. Romance ensues along with great consternation among the townspeople, and Archer's mother and friends. This book is a fast read which doesn't lose your interest. A good mystery! Loved it. worse than dull I bought the first two books in this series because they were highly rated and we were terribly disappointed. The plot is weak, the characters are shallow and inconsistant and we didn't bother finishing either of them. Suspending Disbelief There were a few interesting aspects of this book if the reader or listener is looking for escapist junk but it is grating to find a character, who is smart enough to put herself through college and law school and is supposedly an officer of the court, stupid enough to commit the act of breaking and entering. I wanted to scream at her for being such an idiot and for allowing another character to harass her without this dumb bunny getting a restraining order against him. The reader was simply awful, especially when she was doing a male character. Disappointing I was very disappointed with this book. I expected a mystery and instead got a peculiar Southern romance novel with not very mysterious mystery elements thrown in. Additionally, the Southern accent of the narrator was over the top.

The Millionaires Audiobook by Brad Meltzer

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Brad Meltzer) — Sat, 19 Jan 2002 07:07:11 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Millionaires Author: Brad Meltzer Narrator: Scott Brick Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 01-19-02 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 891 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: What would you steal if you couldn't get caught? It started as the perfect crime. Then it took a turn for the worse. Charlie and Oliver Caruso are brothers who work at Greene & Greene, a private bank so exclusive you need two million dollars just to be a client. But when the door of success slams in their faces, they're faced with an offer they can't refuse: three million dollars in an abandoned account. No one knows it exists, and even better, it doesn't belong to anyone. It's a foolproof crime. More important, for Charlie and Oliver, it's a way out of debt and the key to a new life. All they have to do is take the money. But when they do, they quickly discover they've got a lot more on their hands than the prize. Before they can blink, a friend is dead - and the bank, the Secret Service, and a female private investigator are suddenly closing in. Trapped in a breakneck race to stay alive, Charlie and Oliver are about to discover a secret that will test their trust and forever change their lives. Critic Reviews: "A fast-paced, fresh-scrubbed tale of financial adventure." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: EASILY as good as Grisham Okay, so Meltzer is an okay novelist. He's no Tolstoy, no Hemmingway, but he's easily the equal of John Grisham or Scott Turow, his contemporaries in this genre. I found this book to be interesting and adequately written. It certainly held my interest over many miles of highway driving. Scott Brick's reading was an asset, for sure. I recommend this one if you enjoy an easy read/listen while you're driving. Possibly the best Meltzer to date With "The Millionaires," Meltzer is finally hitting his stride. I like the way that he devises intricate plots within plots; but most of all, I enjoy his insider knowledge. In some of his other novels, like "The Tenth Justice," "The First Counsel," and "The Zero Game," Meltzer displays his (apparently) first-hand knowledge of Beltway politics. That impresses me enough; but, with "The Millionaires," Meltzer shows that he also knows a lot about high-level banking ??? and computers ??? and DisneyWorld! See if you can put those elements together. Never mind: "The Millionaires" has an ingenious plot that you will never guess. I recommend purchasing this audiobook, along with most of Meltzer's other audiobooks, with only two minor caveats: First, you should know that most of Meltzer's characters seem to be running on anger and hysteria, which annoys me a little, since I prefer it when my heros stay cool under pressure. Second, Scott Brick narrates all of Meltzer's audiobooks. Yeah, I know: Everybody else loves Scott Brick's narrations. And, I have to admit, Brick can definitely act. He has lots of accents and enough voices to distinguish the characters. It's just that VOICE. But never mind those minor quibbles. If you like thrillers, you will enjoy "The Millionaires." Top 5 in my book I have been an audio book reader for 5 years now. I get through about 2-3 unabridged audio books each month. I enjoyed this book so much that I was disappointed as I came to the end of it. The author has a great sense of humour and the reader is simply a GREAT match for the text.

Decider Audiobook by Dick Francis

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Dick Francis) — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 18:07:25 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Decider Author: Dick Francis Narrator: Simon Prebble Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 02-10-11 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 339 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: A gripping racetrack thrilller from the best-selling author of Driving Force and Comeback The stakes are deadly at Stratton Park. Architect and family man Lee Morris never gave much thought to the shares he inherited of the Stratton Park racecourse, the multi-million dollar property owned by the powerful Stratton family. His mother had first received the shares to keep her quiet about the abuse she had suffered at the hands of her first husband, Keith Stratton. Now, much to Lee's chagrin, he is being drawn into the thick of the Stratton family squabbles as they wage a furious debate over the future of the race track. So when Lee packs his six sons into his renovated old bus to visit the racetrack, he finds himself embroiled in a supremely dangerous game that extends much deeper than horse racing. And perhaps too late, Lee realizes his involvement in the racetrack may cost him more than he bargained for. It may cost him his life. Members Reviews: Decide for yourself Thank you Audible for adding another Dick Francis title to your collection. He is one of my all time favorite authors and I won't be happy until Audible offers all of his titles in unabridged format. I am constantly re-reading the 30 or so titles I already have; good think they won't wear out. What I love best about his mysteries is that each novel brings us a new protagonist with a different background--pilot, wine merchant, banker, photographer, glassblower, etc.-- and a unique storyline but with all the stories related in one way or another to the world of British horse racing. His writing is consistently engaging. While Tony Britton is my favorite narrator of Dick Francis books, Simon Prebble does an excellent job. His voice is pleasant to listen to and his diction is good. The recording is crisp and clear. An Entertaining Story With a Realistic Flavor For me, this is one of the very best novels by Dick Francis. I've listened to several of Dick Francis' novels and have enjoyed most but not all. What I like about Francis' mysteries is that each novel brings a different protagonist with a different background/profession. But most have a connection one way or another to the world of horse racing. In this story, the protagonist is a married father of six boys. His boys are included in the story which added a "realistic" flavor rather than distract from the flow of the story. Dad is a fine, upstanding man who wants to raise his sons well and just do the right thing. I was consistently hooked into this story from beginning to the very end. Narrator Simon Prebble does an excellent job. His voice is soothing and very easy and pleasant to listen to. Great Book! Dick Frances always delivers. His character development is the best in the business. He and James Lee Burke are the only authors I can go back and listen to the same book multiple times. Simon Prebble is fantastic as the narrator. I highly recommend this book as I do all of Dick Francis books. My favorite from the author and excellent reader Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? This is Dick Francis' best work. The story is gripping and surprising. The characters are engaging. You will not want to put it down, and you will also want to listen to it again. What was one of the most memorable moments of Decider? Too many to list! A particular favorite is when Henry finds the hamburger.

The Driver Audiobook by Mark Dawson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mark Dawson) — Tue, 14 Apr 2015 08:22:16 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Driver Subtitle: John Milton, Book 3 Author: Mark Dawson Narrator: David Thorpe Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 04-14-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 327 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: John Milton has started to hope that he might have a future. He has a job driving a taxi around the streets of San Francisco. He has his anonymity and his solitude. Being invisible has become a comfortable habit. He doesn't want to be found. But when a girl he drives to a party goes missing, Milton is worried. Especially when two dead bodies are discovered, and the police start treating him as their prime suspect. Milton is a fugitive from the British Secret Service, and a man in his position needs extra attention like he needs a hole in the head. As unpleasant secrets leak out, and the body count rises, one thing is for sure. Milton might just be the right guy in the wrong place at the wrong time. The Driver is a taut, nail-biting adventure which once again stars Mark Dawson's irresistible hero, the maverick ex-MI6 assassin John Milton. Mark Dawson has worked as a DJ and lawyer and currently works in the London film industry. His first books, The Art of Falling Apart and Subpoena Colada have been published in multiple languages. Members Reviews: Another good listen John Milton is Jack Reacher, John Wells, and The Grey Man all rolled into one. David Thorpe also does a great job. He is slowly becoming one of favorite narrators. You can drive me, John Milton! John Milton is likable. He is an ex-SAS assassin who got tired of the blood and decided to go straight and only help people out. His home office doesn't want him out there with all his knowledge of procedure and missions and personnel, so they keep sending assassins to kill him, or bring him in. Thus he must be on the run constantly. Milton is also a recovering alcoholic who attends AA meetings but doesn't believe he can ever atone for his sins. In every town he lands in he ends up finding trouble and causing nearly as much as he smooths. In this book, he is looking for a missing hooker he taxied to a "party", and trying to find out who killed the other working girls. At least in this story, none of his new, short-term friends get offed while John is trying to atone. It is interesting all the way through, and we live for the spec ops skills John brings into play. His newest sometime partner, bounty hunter Bo (or Beau, I don't know) reappears to our delight, even though he can not take the place of the lamented Rutherford from book 1. The narration constantly amazes me. Thorpe's default voice seems to be that of a slightly nerdy, prissy English prig, but he did the English thugs and druggies superbly in book 1, Mexican drug lords in book 2, and now he does Americans of all accents and social levels. He seems to change height and weight as his voices change. If you like the genre and the premise, this is a good series. loved this book, was a great read. If you like Jack Reacher you will love Milton. Action packed with great detail and we'll developed characters. Good, but not remotely as good as the first two books. Good, but not as good as the first two books. I would still recommend it, because it continues the wonderful story of John Milton. And David Thorpe remains a genius with his interpretations of the characters. The problem I had with this book was the story/plot. It was seriously lacking compared to the magnificence of the previous stories. Also, the first half of the story dragged on without a sense of building anticipation.

Crystal Whisperer Audiobook by Camilla Monk

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Camilla Monk) — Wed, 21 Dec 2016 19:46:40 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Crystal Whisperer Subtitle: Spotless Series, Book 3 Author: Camilla Monk Narrator: Amy McFadden Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 12-21-16 Publisher: Camilla Monk Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 272 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Perpetually foiled romance heroine Island Chaptal and reformed cleaning expert March - or is it Mr. November? - are enjoying a pleasant break in South Africa, after brushing with death in the inhospitable and platypus-infested mountains of Liechtenstein. That is, until a commercial flight disintegrates over the Atlantic, killing hundreds, and Island's supervillain dad makes the news as the mastermind behind the attack. Old Lion Dries is now on the run, and he calls upon his last ally - and favorite disciple - March. From the streets of Venice to the turquoise waters of French Polynesia, March and Island embark on a deadly race against the clock to find out what secrets lie behind Dries's downfall, and stop the mysterious Crystal Whisperer before it's too late. This time, though, there might just be no winning against futuristic weapons, CIA agents, Roomba cats, (reluctantly) evil henchmen, and dads who won't let you get your groove on, dammit! Members Reviews: LOVE IT A man is supposed to keep his woman, well feed, well dressed and well fucked. That is the best line in the book. My first tears came after Joy, Island's roommate finds her bound in her bed with a man in the room. She sings, Oh my God finally with the religious fervor of seeing Christ raise from the dead. I am listening to it for the fourth time, that part, not the book. Joy is so funny. Her BFF is trussed up looking ready for a BDSM session is about to happen. Before leaving the room, she asks, can I get you guys anything, booze, toys, protection? I dont want to say anything about the book except is damn funny. Oh yea, I am a taking one star because the author plays that same old played plot line of I hate him, I hate him, but his ass really looks good. I want to jump his bones. Hum, I must give that star back. read it and you will know why. AMAZING Where does Crystal Whisperer rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? It is one of the best narrated books I own. Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How? The plot was keeping me on the edge of my seat the whole time! What does Amy McFadden bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Amy McFadden has a way of making you truly experience the characters, both male and female. I feel like they are people I really know. If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be? Killing has never been so clean.... NNOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!! CLIFFHANGER!!!!!! I am DYING HERE!!!! I can't TAKE IT!!! I love these books!!! It took FOREVER for book 3 to come out!!! Now I have to wait for book 4 ???? Can you tell I am really upset, my advice wait to start the series. It is so good! It is a crime to leave us hanging!! Amy McFadden is wonderful!!! I love the main characters Island and March!!! Camilla begins each chapter in a unique way. It seems like forever since book 2 but, Camilla did a great job of recapping in book 3 without repeating. I highly recommend this series but only if you don't mind waiting! I'm aksing March to take a hit on Camilla Monk Who was your favorite character and why? I love March. He is just wounded enough to forgive him for his past. What does Amy McFadden bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? The French,South Afrikaans and Italian followed by the translation was wonderful.

Ça 1 Livre Audio par Stephen King

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Stephen King) — Thu, 17 Nov 2016 23:23:01 GMT

Écoutez ce livre audio dans son intégralité gratuitement sur thebookvoice.com]]> Titre: Ça 1 Auteur: Stephen King Narrateur: Arnaud Romain Format: Unabridged Durée: 26 hrs and 26 mins Langue: Français Date de publication: 11-17-16 Éditeur: Audible Studios Evaluation: 5 sur 5 sur 6 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Résumé de l'éditeur: Enfants, dans leur petite ville de Derry, Ben, Eddie, Richie et la petite bande du "Club des ratés", comme ils se désignaient, ont été confrontés à l'horreur absolue : ça, cette chose épouvantable, tapie dans les égouts et capable de déchiqueter vif un garçonnet de six ans... Vingt-sept ans plus tard, l'appel de l'un d'entre eux les réunit sur les lieux de leur enfance. Car l'horreur, de nouveau, se déchaîne, comme si elle devait de façon cyclique et régulière frapper la petite cité. Entre le passé et le présent, l'enfance et l'âge adulte, l'oubli des terreurs et leur insoutenable retour, l'auteur de Sac d'os nous convie à un fascinant voyage vers le Mal, avec une de ses œuvres les plus amples et les plus fortes. >> Ce livre audio en version intégrale vous est proposé en exclusivité par Audible et est uniquement disponible en téléchargement. ©1988 Albin Michel & © 2017 ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. (P)2016 Audible FR Avis des membres: Le meilleur livre de Stephen King Si votre attention s'est porté sur a, Tome 1, et bien vous avez du got : c'est tout simplement le meilleure roman que Stephen King nous a pondu jusqu'à ce jour. Combinant terreur et humour, enfance et responsabilités, ce chef d'oeuvre nous plonge dans un tourbillon où repose nos plus grandes peurs et nos plus grandes joies. L'histoire est simple mais ne vous laissera pas indifférent : Un monstre, qui incarne les plus grandes peurs qu'on puisse imaginer, terrorise une petite ville du Maine nommée Derry. Malheureusement pour a, 7 jeunes, devenus adultes, se mettront en travers de son chemin et tenteront tout pour mettre fin à ses jours. Dans ce premier tome, les 7 jeunes vous seront présentés, ainsi que Derry, le lieu de l'action. Vous vivrez au rythme des ballades à vélo, de la construction de barrages, des peurs et des premiers amours. Vous vous délecterez de ce roman que je conseille à tout le monde, jeune comme vieux. One Star not a good experience, sub standing item

Ep. 4: A Voice from the Past (Unheard) Audiobook

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Anthony Del Col) — Thu, 09 Nov 2017 11:45:02 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ep. 4: A Voice from the Past (Unheard) Author: Anthony Del Col, Cassandra Bond, JP Conway, James Davies, Steve Alexander, Phillip Bretherton, Daniel Collard Format: Original Recording Length: 28 mins Language: English Release date: 11-09-17 Publisher: Unheard: The Story of Anna Winslow, Audible Original Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: [Contains explicit content] Melissa Lopez is determined to find out who or what was responsible for the death of Anna Winslow and in this episode, uncovers a link between Anna and a secretive psychiatric hospital. However, staff at the facility appear unwilling to disclose anything of Anna's time with them. Going undercover is the only way she can learn more, but will the locked doors of the hospital reveal their secrets? Soon Melissa has good reason to start questioning everything around her, perhaps even her own judgement. Was Anna delusional? Could she hear after all? A voice from the past would suggest so.

Baby Doll Audiobook by Hollie Overton

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Hollie Overton) — Tue, 12 Jul 2016 18:39:37 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Baby Doll Author: Hollie Overton Narrator: Jenna Lamia, MacLeod Andrews, Ellen Archer Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 07-12-16 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 686 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Escape was just the beginning. Held captive for eight years, Lily has grown from a teenager to an adult in a small basement prison. Her daughter, Sky, has been a captive her whole life. But one day their captor leaves the dead bolt unlocked. This is what happens next to Lily, to her twin sister, to her mother, to her daughter - and to her captor. For fans of Gone Girl and The Girl on the Train, Baby Doll is the most tense thriller you will listen to this year. Critic Reviews: "A tense survivor story for fans of Chevy Stevens' Still Missing and Chelsea Cain's One Kick." (Booklist) "Captur[es] the unique bond shared by identical twins." (Kirkus) "What a compulsive read! A brilliant first novel that kept me transfixed and entertained until the very last page." (New York Times best-selling author Tess Gerritsen) Members Reviews: Young Adult Storyline & Narration If you've read Room, you were excited to pick this up. However, it's narrated by a teenager and is completely unrealistic and casual. Written and narrated for teenagers. I find myself waiting for it to be over and skipping over drawn out explanations and anecdotes. Seriously, save yourself the trouble. Great narrator I really enjoyed this book as it is about the 'after' of a kidnapping experience. I loved the narrator of Lilly. Listening to the book, you can tell that there are certain phrases and adjectives that the author uses a lot, and that bugged me, but overall I enjoyed :) Wish I would known this was a Young Adult book. Would you listen to Baby Doll again? Why? I wouldn't listen to it again, it is a super teeny bopper book. How would you have changed the story to make it more enjoyable? Maybe develop some more adult roles. What did you like about the performance? What did you dislike? The narrator did good, however she had a very young voice. It started to get on my nerves after a while. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? My emotions did not get to the laugh or cry factor, the book was based on events that have happened many times in the last few years. I have listened to this book, by watching the news. Any additional comments? Baby Doll was a not a thriller in any way, not a suspense book either. Good deep themed although. Has some good parts... I found the middle pretty boring. The beginning and ending were good. I actually found it hard to finish... Good... But It was good, but I was expecting it to be more of a thriller, it's not really. For what it WAS, is decent.

The Night Stalker Audiobook by Clare Donoghue

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Clare Donoghue) — Thu, 10 Aug 2017 04:36:44 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Night Stalker Subtitle: DI Mike Lockyer, Book 4 Author: Clare Donoghue Narrator: Imogen Church Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 08-10-17 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 33 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Dead Woman's Ditch. The site of a grisly 200-year-old murder - and a recent hit-and-run. When a young woman's body is found at the macabre landmark in Somerset's Quantock Hills, DI Mike Lockyer and Sergeant Jane Bennett are called in to investigate. They find a community gripped by fear and superstition. The locals won't venture out at night, believing there's a man stalking the hills - a phantom cloaked in folklore and legend, keeping the sinister legacy of Dead Woman's Ditch alive. Confronted by a hostile CID team and a murder victim with close ties to their own squad, Lockyer and Bennett will have to accept what they can't see before they can find what's really there.... Members Reviews: This series gets better and better! This series keeps getting better, as the primary characters become more complex. I started listening because Imogen Church narrates, which is a compelling reason to try to a book; and I liked the first two novels; but the last two are stellar. Thanks Clare Donaghue, please keep them coming! ...and this time, narrator overcame Wind / wind ...block that I have heard even THIS narrator pronounce incorrectly (pronouncing the word wind as in. "the wind is blowing" for such setences as "she winds her hair around her finger" 5 stars for improving Imogen! A struggling mystery This book starts so well but as it gathers a faster pace it veers into grand confusion. I like the London detective duo and the use of history from 1789. The story line develops well, so well I carved time in my day to listen. If you can forgive the silly ending you will have a good read. Confused Several issues with this book!!! The ending of the non historical plot is for me inconclusive. Why was Pippa murdered and what was in the letters????????? What is their relevance???!!!!Unfinished plot. The author uses the same phrase "stretching the word" multiple times!!!!! Finally the use of a male actor to do the main male parts in book 1 was excellent. Sadly the female narrator who carries on solo in subsequent books lets the books down when trying to do male voices esp the main male character. Really average story First time I've listened to a DI Lockyer book and I won't rush to listen to another. A really average story that I struggled to listen to all the way through. Am afraid I'll be returning this.

Another Dawn Audiobook by Sandra Brown

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sandra Brown) — Tue, 30 Sep 2014 19:55:44 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Another Dawn Author: Sandra Brown Narrator: Ellen Archer Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 53 mins Language: English Release date: 09-30-14 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 309 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Betrayal had ruined Banner Coleman's wedding day and on her wedding night she was a jilted bride. Now old seeds of greed and desire are harvesting a scandal - and Banner's affair with an old family friend could shatter a friendship and a family. Members Reviews: loved it I loved this book! First time reading one of her older books. I will be reading more of them. I wish I had listened to Sunset Embrace first This book is the second in the series and I wish I had listened to the first one first. I am concerned that I heard all of the "spoilers" when I listened to this one. But I like the characters. Banner is a princess at first, but she grows as life happens to her. Jake is an enigma at first, but he turns out to have considerably more substance to him than his drifter lifestyle would indicate. The story could have moved a little faster, but regardless, it entertained for the duration. Another Dawn Love Sandra Brown and even her older works are very entertaining. Great for long road trips or a rainy day at home One of my favorite Sandra Brown books!! Where does Another Dawn rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? At the top What about Ellen Archers performance did you like? Great reader! Any additional comments? This book was by far one of the best Sandra Brown books. I didn't want it to end. good sequel to the Langston Coleman saga. the information contained in this sequel to the first Coleman family story was so true to life you almost want to go to Texas and find their ranch!

Gone Girl Audiobook by Gillian Flynn

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Gillian Flynn) — Thu, 24 May 2012 15:14:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Gone Girl Author: Gillian Flynn Narrator: Julia Whelan, Kirby Heyborne Format: Unabridged Length: 19 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 05-24-12 Publisher: Orion Publishing Group Limited Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 652 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: What are you thinking, Amy? The question I've asked most often during our marriage, if not out loud, if not to the person who could answer. I suppose these questions storm cloud over every marriage: What are you thinking? How are you feeling? Who are you? What have we done to each other? What will we do? Just how well can you ever know the person you love? These are the questions that Nick Dunne must ask himself on the morning of his fifth wedding anniversary, when his wife Amy suddenly disappears. The police immediately suspect Nick. Amy's friends reveal that she was afraid of him, that she kept secrets from him. He swears it isn't true. A police examination of his computer shows strange searches. He says they aren't his. And then there are the persistent calls on his mobile phone. So what really did happen to Nick's beautiful wife? And what was in that half-wrapped box left so casually on their marital bed? In this novel, marriage truly is the art of war. Members Reviews: Get Gone Girl soon! Remember the film, War of the Roses with Kathleen Turner and Michael Douglas? Well, this is along similar lines but there are less physical thrills and far more psychological ones which makes for a better read whereas the former, perhaps, makes for more excitable viewing. I found it pretty impossible to "put this book down." It went everywhere with me while I completed my daily tasks and then again late into the night. I had finished it within 3 days but unlike other books I don't want to read another immediately as I would like to 'soak' this book up for a while and think about it. It is very well written and contains some complex ideas which are described in metaphoric symbolism and therefore made easier to understand. I am looking forward to Gillian Flynn writing another excellent book. Very highly recommended. Not just another whodunit Without giving the plot away, suffice it to say that Gone Girl isn't just another missing person story, but a psychological thriller that keeps up the suspense to the last page. So don't be put off by the length. I'm left pondering the character of the victim as well as the perpetrator, and wondering what will happoen next. It's one of those books I will read again. With the two antagonists telling their story in the first person, the alternating male and female readers was a must. A top book all round. Thrilling and Disturbing Ive been trying to review this book for a while now and it has become a real struggle. I dont want to give any spoilers for this brilliant book so I will try my best. Advanced warning: this review may have spoilers or turn out incredible vague. When I first saw this book I kept thinking this was just another YA novel but then I noticed this book kept popping up everywhere so I thought I better read what this is about and when I did, I had to read it right away. When Amy disappears in suspicious circumstances all eyes fall to her husband as the primary suspect. Nick claims he is innocent but the evidence is not in his favour. Did Nick kill his wife? As this novel progressed any ideas of what happened will be shattered, any presumptions youve made about the characters will be wrong.

This Mortal Coil Audiobook by Emily Suvada

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Emily Suvada) — Tue, 07 Nov 2017 02:34:60 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: This Mortal Coil Author: Emily Suvada Narrator: Skye Bennett Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 11-07-17 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 23 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: In this gripping debut novel, 17-year-old Cat must use her gene-hacking skills to decode her late father's message concealing a vaccine to a horrifying plague. Catarina Agatta is a hacker. She can cripple mainframes and crash through firewalls, but that's not what makes her special. In Cat's world, people are implanted with technology to recode their DNA, allowing them to change their bodies in any way they want. And Cat happens to be a gene-hacking genius. That's no surprise, since Cat's father is Dr. Lachlan Agatta, a legendary geneticist who may be the last hope for defeating a plague that has brought humanity to the brink of extinction. But during the outbreak, Lachlan was kidnapped by a shadowy organization called Cartaxus, leaving Cat to survive the last two years on her own. When a Cartaxus soldier, Cole, arrives with news that her father has been killed, Cat's instincts tell her it's just another Cartaxus lie. But Cole also brings a message: Before Lachlan died, he managed to create a vaccine, and Cole needs Cat's help to release it and save the human race. Now Cat must decide whom she can trust: The soldier with secrets of his own? The father who made her promise to hide from Cartaxus at all costs? In a world where nature itself can be rewritten, how much can she even trust herself? Members Reviews: Amazing Sci-fi YA I loved this book! as someone who is fascinated in genetics, it really an interesting introduction to readers of the possibilities of this technology in such an enjoyable way. The author does a great job of keeping you engaged through out the whole book, even when she begins to explain the technical aspects of the world she created. This book even inspired me to learn how to code! Loved it! Loved it! So, whens the next one? If youre looking for a book with action, adventure, romance, and keeps you on edge not knowing what more the characters will uncover then this book is perfect for you. Definitely worth a listen or read. Great audible reader, so highly recommend the audible version for this one. An amazing Book I good literally not put it down! This book so filled with so many twists, I was guessing the entire time. The characters were deep and the plot was clever. This story has been done before, but the author created it into something uniquely her own. I cant wait for the next book!!

Under the Harrow Audiobook by Flynn Berry

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Flynn Berry) — Tue, 14 Jun 2016 20:49:52 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Under the Harrow Subtitle: A Novel Author: Flynn Berry Narrator: Fiona Hardingham Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 06-14-16 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 207 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: A debut psychological thriller about a young woman who finds her sister brutally murdered and the shocking incident in their past that may hold the key to finding the killer. When Nora takes the train from London to visit her sister in the countryside, she expects to find her waiting at the station or at home cooking dinner. But when she walks into Rachel's familiar house, what she finds is entirely different: Her sister has been the victim of a brutal murder. Stunned and adrift, Nora can't return to her former life. An unsolved assault in the past has shaken her faith in the police, and she can't trust them to find her sister's killer. Haunted by the murder and the secrets she unravels, she is under the harrow - distressed and in danger. As Nora's fear turns to obsession, she becomes as unrecognizable as the sister her investigation uncovers. A riveting psychological thriller and a haunting exploration of the fierce love between two sisters, the distortions of grief, and the terrifying power of the past, Under the Harrow marks the debut of an extraordinary new writer. Critic Reviews: "[Narrator] Fiona Hardingham's appealing British accent proves the perfect vehicle for this fast-paced psychological thriller.... Berry's skillful writing charges every word of the story with action and drama; Hardingham's equally skillful narration delivers every satisfying bit." ( AudioFile) Members Reviews: Exhausting and boring What would have made Under the Harrow better? I got this book because of the reviews. I was bored out of my mind. Yes, the book has a good twist to it, but the whole books is just so drawn out. I was confused with all the characters and couldn't keep track of everyone. I am just so happy it's over. Has Under the Harrow turned you off from other books in this genre? No, I still like mysteries. Quite good! I couldn't put it down, so I finished it in a day. I hope this author writes many more, but I hope they're longer. Utterly boring There was no heart in this book. The main character was painful and a mess. love the narrator. excellent wonderful story told from a unique perspective. thoroughly enjoyed it having the British accent perfect Just ok Can't pinpoint the exact problem but it could be that I found myself not really caring about the characters. Listened until the end but if you asked me if it's was worth it I would probably have to say no

Deep Freeze Audiobook by Lisa Jackson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lisa Jackson) — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 12:56:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Deep Freeze Author: Lisa Jackson Narrator: Carol Monda Format: Unabridged Length: 18 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 02-14-10 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 315 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Former movie star Jenna Hughes left Hollywood for an isolated farm in Oregon to get away from fame. But someone has followed her-an obsessed fan whose letters are personal and deeply disturbing. While Jennas already shaken up by what shes seen on paper, shed be terrified if she knew what Sheriff Shane Carter is investigating. Its a shocking case that started with the discovery of a dead woman in the woods. Now two more women are missing, one of whom bears a striking resemblance to Jenna. As a winter storm bears down on the Pacific Northwest, a merciless killers grisly work has only just begun. Jenna is getting closer to meeting her biggest fan-one who wants nothing more than to see her dead. Members Reviews: this was a three star book to me, I think that Deep Freeze was a good book, one that i did not want to put down as far as the suspense, yet the demented mind of the killer for a romance book was a little much, I would not have put this book in the romance section i would have put this in the mystery & Thriller section, not much romance in this book although i did enjoy this book i found myself fast forwarding my ipod through the killers demented sections, If you are looking for a romance suspense you might want to look else where for the romance, Deep Freeze Excellent! Don't waste your time This finally started to hold my attention after about the 7th hour, but at that point I think it was because I wanted to see if I guessed right at what was coming next. The storyline was completely preditcable and the charcters were flat and uninteresting. Save your credits & time. Don't bother with this one My first Lisa Jackson book I received a paper back copy from my cousin on Christmas and started listening to the audiobook towards the end of January I couldn't put the book down or stop listening. good but..... good but way too long, too wordy, not good enough. too much extra unnecessary words. should have been tightened up.

The Godfather's Revenge Audiobook by Mark Winegardner

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mark Winegardner) — Wed, 11 Oct 2006 12:48:38 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Godfather's Revenge Author: Mark Winegardner Narrator: Scott Brick Format: Unabridged Length: 19 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 10-11-06 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 192 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Michael Corleone, boss of America's most powerful crime family, is a haunted man, tormented by demons from his past, even as he pursues the mantle of legitimacy. Former caporegime Nick Geraci, Michael's onetime top earner, is a hunted man, sought with equal fervor by the Coreleones, who want him dead, and the feds, whose designs are less clear. U.S. Attorney General Daniel Brendan Shea, brother to James Shea, the galvanizing young president, is an ambitious man, determined to forge a name for himself by toppling the kingpins of organized crime. Carlo Tramonti is a vindictive man, the capo of the New Orleans syndicate, who will exact his revenge for public humiliation, no matter the cost. Tom Hagen is a trapped man, an Irish consigliere in an Italian world, charged with brokering a nearly impossible compromise to spare his organization the wrath of the government, and in doing so, putting himself in mortal peril. The explosive collision of these five powerful men culminates in a tragedy of historic proportion, an unforgettable capstone to Puzo's great American epic. But the true measure of Mark Winegardner's achievement is in capturing not only the outsized personalities who outmaneuver each other for power and control, but also their interior lives. He reveals the colorful array of wives and daughters, parents and friends who surround them, and the intimate details, textures, contradictory impulses and best intentions of that strangest and most exotic of institutions, family. Editorial Reviews: Why You Should Download This Audiobook: Mark Winegardner's foray into Mario Puzo territory is not without example. Both Robert Ludlum and Sir Arthur Conan Doyle left behind characters who've come to life again in the works of others. Facing the daunting task of portraying Michael Corleone and "The Family" with authenticity, Winegardner proves a brilliant one-upsman. He's reverent to Puzo's style while expanding the characters' lives in convincing ways. A must for fans of the original . Critic Reviews: "Winegardner's deft plot-spinning is rivaled only by his sure grasp of Goodfellas mise-en-scene, the profanity-laced witticisms, the fashion fetishizing, the cool, long, dark '60s Chevy Biscaynes....A worthy addition to the chronicle of la famigilia Corleone." (Kirkus Reviews) Members Reviews: Not So Great After listening to the Godfather Returns, I could not wait to read this last installment. Mark Winegardner did not do a very good job creating this story. I loved the premise but the over book is just weak and left me feeling like I was in someways short changed, however he does manage to tie up all the loose ends. Good with just few buts I liked the story though the ending was bit of disappointment as just cut off. Also the narrator was good but it would be awesome to have all these novels read by Joe Mantegna. It was a good book and audiobook overall with just some minor dislikes or rather changes would've li Rounds out the series and definitely leaves you wanting more. Winegardner certainly does the whole series service by drawing out these long loved and venerable villains. The first book post Puzo is such an eye opener because Winegadner does such a loving job unpacking all the possibilities posed by the original.

The Hunted Audiobook by Brian Haig

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Brian Haig) — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 12:40:53 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Hunted Author: Brian Haig Narrator: Scott Brick Format: Unabridged Length: 18 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 08-11-09 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 416 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Kidnapped, beaten, and forced to relinquish his business and his fortune, Alex and his wife escape to the United States, only to be accused by his own government of stealing millions from his business. With a mob contract out on his life and the FBI hot on his trail, Alex is a desperate man without a country-facing the ultimate sacrifice for the chance to build a new life for himself and his family. Members Reviews: Superb I just finished this Brian Haig's thriller. I have rarely given a thriller a 5 star, even a good one but this novel definitely got my highest rating. It is author's finest work yet. It is a thriller masterpiece in all aspects: the story is captivating, composition and flow are excellent, research is superb, characters are euthentic, ..oh and the wit, the classic wit of the writer was the greatest sweetner. Moreover, to me, knowing that the story is based on true account just added another dimension to the experience. And don't get me wrong: I love Sean Drummond, the writer main character in the previous series, and I thought I'd miss this funny fellow in this book. Turned out not as much as I thought. To me, this novel was gripping, insightful and highly entertaining. Scott Brick, as always, did a masterful job. Enjoy it. I hesitated and I was wrong. I have read most if not all of Brian Haig's books and I looooovvvveee Scott Brick as a narrator so I was planning to buy this when I first saw it in the catalog. Then I read the description and didn't think I was interested. So I moved on. Then I circled back around a time or two until finally one day I bought it without really paying attention. I'm so glad I did! The story was not what I thought it was going to be; it was so much better. Scott Brick as usual turns in a stellar performance. The plot is compelling, and sadly believable. I wasted a lot of time not reading this book - get it today and see for yourself! Phenomenal, thrilling, mesmerizing Would you consider the audio edition of The Hunted to be better than the print version? Yes, Scott Brick's narration brings the characters to life. He had me 'living' the story as he narrated. The narration turned this from a 2-dimensional read to a 3-dimensional experience. Mr. Brick is very gifted. He is able to bring the many personalities in the story to life in a way that - as you listen to him - you understand that this is what the author wanted you to to experience as you read his story. What other book might you compare The Hunted to and why? Up Country by Nelson DeMille. Although it is fictionalized, it too is based on real life events that DeMille lived through. The substance of the book when combined with the superb narration puts you into the moment, allowing you to experience the terrain, the tension, the politics, the characters and the lives of the participants and victims of the war from all sides. Which character as performed by Scott Brick was your favorite? An unfair question, since the story is broader than just a character - but the top pick would be Alex. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? Yes - there were many such moments. From the first escape scene in the restaurant to the final victory. Any additional comments? This book has gotten me hooked on Audible. I used to be an occasional listener.

The Secret Soldier Audiobook by Alex Berenson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Alex Berenson) — Thu, 10 Feb 2011 00:17:30 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Secret Soldier Author: Alex Berenson Narrator: George Guidall Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 02-10-11 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2086 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: John Wells goes undercover in Saudi Arabia in a cutting-edge novel of modern suspense from the #1 New York Times best-selling author. John Wells may have left the CIA, but it hasn't left him. A mysterious call brings a surprise meeting with the aged monarch of Saudi Arabia, King Abdullah. "My kingdom is on a precipice," he tells Wells. "Powerful factions are plotting against me, and my own family is in danger. I don't know who I can trust, but I'm told I can trust you." Reluctantly, and with the secret blessing of the CIA, Wells goes undercover; but the more he learns, the more complicated things become, and soon he, too, is unsure whom to trust, in Saudi Arabia or Washington. One thing, however, is clear: If the conspirators prevail, it will mean more than the fall of a monarch-it may be the beginning of the final conflagration between America and Islam. Members Reviews: Curses! Islamists foiled again! There are plenty of good guy American vs Islamist terrorist books out. This one has a fairly unbelievable plot with a few holes but I still found it good for its entertainment value. Thrillers like this are just plain fun to listen to. If you enjoy Tom Clancy, Brad Thor, Vince Flynn, you will likely enjoy this author. The action is pretty much non-stop so you won't want to put it down. Enjoy! Chop, Chop Square!! Spy novels are not normally my thing. Years ago a good friend brought me "A Faithful Spy" by AB. I liked it a lot. Even though the Rag Heads are still the bad guys, AB kind of gives you there side of the story. John Wells is an American, but converted to Moslem, when he was working underground with them. He speaks Arabic and is the first person the government turns to when they have a problem in the Middle East. This book is mostly about Saudi Arabia. You get a short history and an explanation of there government system. The historical part of the book was what I liked best, as I am always trying to understand how different people think, especially those hostile to Americans. Here are some interesting facts about Saudi Arabia, as told by AB: They have Religious Police and Saudi's can be arrested, tortured and killed for not being religious enough. Unmarried women are not allowed on beaches. The square in the capital is nicknamed the Chop Chop Square, because they chop off more then One Hundred Heads a year. Of the One Hundred Heads only half are Saudi citizens. The King believed that the sun went around the earth up until 1985, when a Saudi astronaut told the king, he saw the earth orbiting the sun. Even though unemployment numbers are extremely high, Saudi's don't do manual labor, as they feel that is beneath them, so they have thousands of immigrants do the manual labor. Women are not allowed to drive. John Wells tries to explain why some Muslems are not dangerous, by saying that he does not believe everything in the Koran. He says to his friend who is a christian, "Do you really believe that Christ was risen from the grave?". This one statement convinced me that we will never get along with the Middle East. In this book are lots of examples of Muslims who believe as Mohammed preached, there is only room for one religion in this world. My favorite AB book is still his first "The Faithful Spy".

The Woman Who Walked into the Sea Audiobook by Mark Douglas-Home

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mark Douglas-Home) — Thu, 14 Jan 2016 19:33:35 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Woman Who Walked into the Sea Author: Mark Douglas-Home Narrator: David Monteath Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 01-14-16 Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 92 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Penguin presents the unabridged, downloadable audiobook edition of The Woman Who Walked into the Sea by Mark Douglas-Home, read by David Monteath. The daughter who nobody wanted learns the truth about the mother she never knew. Cal McGill is a unique investigator and oceanographer who uses his expertise to locate things - and sometimes people - lost or missing at sea. His expertise could unravel the haunting mystery of why, 26 years ago on a remote Scottish beach, Megan Bates strode out into the cold ocean and let the waves wash her away. Megan's daughter, Violet Wells, was abandoned as a baby on the steps of a local hospital just hours before the mother she never knew took her own life. As McGill is drawn into Violet's search for the truth, he encounters a coastal community divided by obsession and grief and united only by a conviction that its secrets should stay buried.... Critic Reviews: "Simply intoxicating." (Library Journal) "Entertaining and gripping mystery." (The Herald) "A classic whodunit." (The Scotsman) "Cal McGill is a triumph...a wonderfully unique creation." (crimefictionlover.com) "Great writing, enjoyable story-telling and wonderful characterization." (The Scots Magazine) Members Reviews: Every bit as good as the first - superb performance I confess I went searching for more performances from David Monteath. Having discovered The Sea Detective I plunged headlong further into the series. I find the humanity of his series every bit as interesting as the science of oceanography that was so front and center in the first book and continues to have a background presence here. The depiction of a suspicious small village in Scotland is wonderful and the characters well developed. Loved it and headed straight for the third. A Disappointment after the first book I was actually intrigued by the info in the first book about sea currents and how the "detective" used his work to follow them. This book had none of that. It was a mystery with pretty stock characters and not about the sea currents at all. Let me down just a little at the end.. Loved the whole story.. engaging, interesting, so well read... & liked the twists and turns near the end, but was very disappointed (&angry) with suicide of a character who could have helped & end up well herself, if she'd not been so daft. Also disappointed & saddened with suicide of her endearing cousin. Also. Wanted $$ provided for full & complete education of Anna & any other future children.. Can I rewrite the last part?? Instead of fizzling, it could have crackled! Very soapy opera What disappointed you about The Woman Who Walked into the Sea? It takes too long to get where it's supposed to be, lost interest Has The Woman Who Walked into the Sea turned you off from other books in this genre? This is the second book by him that I have read.

La reina del sur [The Queen of the South] Audio Libro por Arturo Pérez-Reverte

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Arturo Pérez-Reverte) — Thu, 12 Jan 2017 23:07:38 GMT

Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en thebookvoice.com]]> Título: La reina del sur [The Queen of the South] Autor: Arturo Pérez-Reverte Narrador: Rogelio Ramos Gómez-Rejón Formato: Unabridged Duración: 17 hrs and 45 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 01-12-17 Editor: Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial Calificaciones: 5 de 5 de 71 votos Categorías: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Resumen del editor: Un thriller apasionante Sonó el teléfono y supo que la iban a matar. Lo supo con tanta certeza que se quedó inmóvil, la cuchilla en alto, el cabello pegado a la cara entre el vapor del agua caliente que goteaba en los azulejos. Bip-bip. Se quedó muy quieta, conteniendo el aliento como si la inmovilidad o el silencio pudieran cambiar el curso de lo que ya había ocurrido. Bip-bip. Estaba en la bañera, depilándose la pierna derecha, el agua jabonosa por la cintura, y su piel desnuda se erizó igual que si acabara de reventar el grifo del agua fría. Bip-bip. En el estéreo del dormitorio, los Tigres del Norte cantaban historias de Camelia la Tejana. La traición y el contrabando, decían, son cosas compartidas. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Crítica Comentarios: "Es un contador de historias increíble." (The Wall Street Journal) "Entretenida como pocas, hermosa por su construcción e inquietante por la grave problemática que late debajo de la aventura criminal. A esta radiografía del delito añade además el autor un canto a la propia literatura." (USA Today) Opiniones de los miembros: Espectacular, una historia llena de emociones Solamente puedo decir que es un espejo de la realidad de america latina, llena de odio y vicios. Un maravilloso encuentro con otra realidad. Muy entretenido Would you listen to La reina del sur [The Queen of the South] again? Why? Si. Como casi todas las novelas de Perez Reverte muy bien escrito, con jerga de España y Mexico, centrado en detalles veraces que se agradecen. Una pena que el lector no haga justicia a las diferentes jergas con diferentes acentos (sobretodo de España y Mexico), aunque es entendible que es dificil de ejecutar. La trama engancha. Y la habilidad de Perez Reverte por describir con mutltitud de detalles, te hace sumerjerte en el relato. Muy recomendable para pasar un buen rato. Muy entretenida Me ha parecido una novela muy entretenida. Me ha gustado mucho la protagonista. La recomiendo :^) La narco-heroína Confieso que me opongo a la moda de telenovelas y series de televisión que a los narco-criminales los hacen aparecer como héroes sociales. No obstante, la novela de Arturo Pérez Reverte es una obra maestra, que a pesar de ser español captó la psique del pueblo mexicano, y características muy singulares como el culto a la Santa Muerte practicado por ciertas sectas en este país,

The Apocalypse Crusade: War of the Undead Day One Audiobook by Peter Meredith

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Peter Meredith) — Fri, 18 Sep 2015 12:07:19 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Apocalypse Crusade: War of the Undead Day One Author: Peter Meredith Narrator: Erik Johnson Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 09-18-15 Publisher: Peter Meredith Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 459 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: In an apocalypse, there is definitely a beginning where mistakes are made and the seeds of evil are allowed to sprout and take shape. However, an end is not so certain. Once an apocalypse occurs, not even death is certain. Sometimes, death is only the beginning. At first light that morning, Dr. Lee steps into the Walton facility on the first day of human trials and can barely contain her excitement. The labs are brand spanking new and everything is sharp and clean. They've been built to her specifications and are a scientist's dream. It's where cancer is going to be cured once and for all. By midnight, it's a place of fire, of blood, and of death - a death that, like the apocalypse, is seemingly never ending. Members Reviews: Very good story. I wasn't sure what to expect from reading the publishers summary, and then reading listener's reviews. I don't think many reviews or the summary did a very good job of describing this story. I will say this to try and help whom ever is reading my review. This isn't the typical zombie book, which is a good thing in my opinion. This story is about the origin of an outbreak. Some people aren't fully turned into zombies and you get some of their point of view. The rest is about how the people at ground zero react to what is happening and about how the disease spreads. It's worth the credit. Finally. What a great story. This is great. The last 3 books I've purchased were so poorly written that I didn't finish them... But this one is outstanding with excellent narration. Very well thought out story. The zombies are cool... Actually gives perspectives from the zombies POV too! Honestly, this book is refreshing... Not just another predictable cookie cutter story with a main character that is annoying. Anyways, I listened the sample and it intrigued me, so I purchased the book. Very glad I did. It's one of those that has me wanting to listen even after my long drives are over. Good listen A break from the usual zombie books. Here the author actually draws out the path of infection... it's not book in which the characters wake up to a world filled with zombies . Refreshing breathe taking new view on zombies What amazed me most is that this book is all just the first capsulating the first day. And it's view point and mind set of pre zombie to full infected was a revolutionary aspect. Great start to what can be an outstanding series. I like stories that jump right into action, this story was a little different. each character is nicely developed as is the creative cause of the zombie outbreak. The setting is consistent throughout the story (a situation I do not usually like) but it works in this story. looking forward to the next edition.

Dead on My Feet Audiobook by J.A. Konrath

biacuaduc@gmail.com (J.A. Konrath) — Mon, 03 Jul 2017 19:57:16 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dead on My Feet Author: J.A. Konrath Narrator: Bob Walkenhorst Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 07-03-17 Publisher: Joe Konrath Books LTD Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 23 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: His name is Phineas Troutt. He's a problem solver. If a woman is being stalked by her ex-husband, Phin can convince him to stop. If a union is being squeezed, Phin can squeeze the squeezer. He's not a mercenary. He's not a bodyguard. He's not a private dick. He's a guy who takes cash for solving problems with violence. When a doctor at a suburban women's health clinic is being harassed, she hires Phin to make it stop. But the situation proves to be larger, and more dangerous, than even he can handle on his own. So he calls in some friends to help out; a P.I. named Harry McGlade and a female cop named Jack Daniels. Members Reviews: Konrath is the man! I absolutely love that each character has had their turn in the spot light. My personal favorite will always be Harry "The King of Smartassism" Mc Glade!!!!!! I miss reading/listening to Konraths great story telling I miss reading/listening to Konraths great story telling. Ive enjoyed his past writings and always look forward to whats on the horizon.

The Short Forever Audiobook by Stuart Woods

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Stuart Woods) — Tue, 08 Mar 2016 09:41:06 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Short Forever Subtitle: Stone Barrington, Book 8 Author: Stuart Woods Narrator: Tony Roberts Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 03-08-16 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 208 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: The unflappable Stone Barrington comes face to face with two men whose lives are wrapped in shadows and lies - and who both still feel the sting of betrayal they can never forget. Between a Rock and a Hard Place Hired by an odd client previously unknown to him, Stone arrives in London on a mission he thinks he understands but doesn't. Soon he finds himself not only out of his territory but out of his depth as well. Baffled as he is by the behavior of both his quarry and his client, Stone's life is further complicated by two, possibly three murders and the affectionate attentions of two former lovers. When the intelligence services of three countries become involved, he can only hang on for a wild ride and hope for a not-too-bumpy landing. Members Reviews: An easy to listen to book found myself enthralled yet again with the exploits of Stone Barrington and Dino Bachetti his old partner in NYPD. Boring Had a very tough time paying attention to this one. First book in the series I felt like that. Tough listening to Dino's voice sometimes as well. just can't get enough I loved it and tried to make it last until the next book was due. I almost made it. lol love Stuart Woods and especially Stone Barrington. love it! love Tony Roberts' read, love stone Barrington. try it out! fun and easy Reminds me of why I started this series. This book was newly released, so I bought it eventhough I didnt recall if I had heard it. I had not. Its the introduction of Carpenter and surprisingly Lance Cabott. Cool to go back when he was still "struggling". Drivng his own car., cooking his own breakfast, only $350K in the bank and flying commercial :-) Also forgot how graphic the sex was in the early books ... kinda like back when I was thrity :-) Good story, good twists at the end. Classic Stone Barringtion. I might get another old one.

Faultlines Audiobook by Barbara Taylor Sissel

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Barbara Taylor Sissel) — Tue, 06 Sep 2016 10:48:30 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Faultlines Author: Barbara Taylor Sissel Narrator: Donna Postel Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 09-06-16 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 284 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: It's the phone call every parent dreads: in the middle of the night, Sandy Cline learns that her twenty-year-old son, Jordan, has been in a car accident. Her nephew, Travis, was also in the car, along with Travis's girlfriend. All three are alive - but barely. The car was smashed against a tree along a remote and winding road, beautiful but deadly, in their rural Texas Hill Country town. In the wake of the car crash, the close-knit family is tested like never before. Jenna, Travis's mother, blames Jordan - as well as her sister, Sandy - after reports surface that Jordan had been driving. As the young adults struggle to survive, tension between their parents escalates. But when trust is broken and a shocking family secret is exposed, it creates a perfect storm of harrowing consequences. Rumors in the small town spread like wildfire. When details of the accident are questioned, Sandy and Jenna wonder if their family has been destroyed beyond repair. As always, there's much more to the story...if the family is to survive, they will have to come together to confront the terrible truth and overcome their pain. But are some betrayals unforgivable? Members Reviews: Wow! Wow!!! I really enjoyed Barbara Taylor Sissel's book Faultlines. I was immediately drawn in by the summary description and knew this was a book I had to get. It is about 3 kids (~20yrs old) who decide to drive after partying and then get into a bad accident. Told from Jordan's mom's point of view, readers and listeners see first hand what families go through and the struggles they face when a life-threatening situation like this occurs. This is the first book I have read/listened to from both the author and narrator. They were both outstanding! The performance of Donna Postel, the narrator, was amazing! Absolutely A-MA-ZING!!! I didn't feel at all like she was reading lines in a book. She was made for this part...she is Jordy's mom in every way. I don't think she could have done anything different to improve her telling of the story. She was 100%!!! Barbara Taylor Sissel's writing had me engaged in the story from start to finish. The characters and their situations were so real...these things happen in real life. I felt like I was there with the families and I experienced a range of emotions throughout. By bringing awareness to real-life issues, such as alcohol abuse, drunk driving, and certain teenage behaviors, the author was able to also focus attention on other issues that are often overlooked. This book really got me thinking!!! Some people in our world find it easier to place blame on the surface issue, rather than the reason it came to the surface in the first place. Not in this book...these characters start at the surface and dig their way down to the root! It is a difficult (and sometimes unhappy) process, but as a result, growth occurs. I learned that if you ever want to know the truth about others, you must first fully know, understand, and accept the truth of yourself. I found this book to be 5 stars all around! I recommend it to those who enjoy fictional stories of real-life events involving family, teens/young adults, and the emotional rollercoaster of life that we all go through. Thank you for reading my review!! :-) This familys problems multiplied There were few individual problems in this family, just huge, complicated ones. The conflict of alcoholic death by car started this book.

Dance for the Dead Audiobook by Thomas Perry

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Thomas Perry) — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 05:22:22 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dance for the Dead Author: Thomas Perry Narrator: Joyce Bean Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 06-17-09 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 250 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Only Jane Whitefield, a Native American "guide" who specializes in making victims vanish, can lead him to safety. But diverting Jane's attention is Mary Perkins, a desperate woman with S&L fraud in her past. Stalking Mary is a ruthless predator determined to find her---and the fortune she claims she doesn't have. Jane quickly creates a new life for Mary and jumps back on Timmy's case...not knowing that the two are fatefully linked to one calculating killer. Members Reviews: Intrigue, Suspense and Hide and Seek Jane Whitefield knows how to make people disappear. How she does it is part of the reason this novel is so fascinating. Equally intriguing is her client is this adventure, a beautiful con artist ho stole millions in the S&L scandals in the 90's. However, the degree of difficulty is dramatically reduced by Whitfield's endless cache of vable fake licences and legitimate credit cards of her many aliases. She is as resourseful and invisible to the public eye as Jack Reacher, as deadly as the Gray Man, and as invincible as Mitch Rapp. I tend to shy away from super hero series. Joyce Bean is simply remarkable with all the voices. Thomas Perry is one of the best authors of our time. Dance for the Dead is well worth the time. *****5 Stars for Thomas Perry Once again Jane Whitefield is at her best. Thomas Perry has a winner, there is no more attractive character than Jane Whitefield Good book! This was the last of three books in this series and it didn't disappoint. If you haven't read the others, wait to read this one- this is a series that is best read in order. Love Thomas Perry's writing. Kept us on the edge of our seats. My husband and I enjoyed this together and separately. It's a great story. There are some very evil characters in this book. Perry is better than this book offers I have thoroughly enjoyed almost everything T. Perry has written. Inventive plots, fast dialog, and intriguing characters are all to be found in his books. While Jane Whitefield is truly and intriguing character, this book doesn't take much advantage of that. This is mostly confection without a whole lot to sink your teeth into. Yes, there are both tension and twists in the plot, but they don't really carry the reader anywhere that contains those wonderful surprises that we all love in good books. One of Perry's trademarks is his ability to turn his plots into puzzles that the reader is compelled to figure out before the bad guys do. "Dance for the Dead" had some of that but just not enough to make it a 4 or 5 star listen. Re the narrator: Ms. Bean has a wonderful timbre to her voice when narrating a woman's or child's role. But when she is reading as a man, her throat seems to tighten up and you could swear that she is recovering from laryngitis

Heather, the Totality Audiobook by Matthew Weiner

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Matthew Weiner) — Tue, 07 Nov 2017 00:58:42 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Heather, the Totality Author: Matthew Weiner Narrator: Matthew Weiner Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs Language: English Release date: 11-07-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 43 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: A collision course between a privileged family and a dangerous young man, Heather, the Totality is a chilling debut novel by the creator of Mad Men, Matthew Weiner. Critic Reviews: "I cringed and shuddered my way through this short, daring novel to its terrible inevitable end. Each neat, measured paragraph carpaccios its characters to get to the book's heart - one of Boschian self-cannibalizing isolation. A stunning novel. Heather, The Totality blew me away." (Nick Cave) "Heather, the Totality gripped me at once and had me spellbound. It was partly the absolute certainty of the world he was describing, the sense that beyond these brilliantly chosen details there was a wealth of similarly truthful social and psychological perception unstated. And partly the slightly fastidious form, the sound of a voice a hair's breadth away from affectation, but so firmly where it was that there was no question of turning away and not hearing what was going to come next. Then there was the ice-cold mercilessness, of a kind that reminded me (oddly, I suppose, but there it was) of Evelyn Waugh." (Philip Pullman, author of His Dark Materials) Members Reviews: A movie treatment, not a novel A very short novel, more like a novella, that reads as a movie treatment - plot points and descriptions of the characters' states of mind and personalities - that could be a compelling movie if fleshed out by good acting and directing. Very disappointing. Wish hed do a short story collection I adored Mad Men and would read anything Matthew Weiner wrote. This is nothing like Mad Men, but much like an episode of Mad Men, its a compact and compelling story well told. Maybe better suited to a short story collection, but Ill take whatever I can get. Though Id have been happy to spend more time with the characters, I value economy in storytelling. A voice actor mightve given a better performance, but I appreciate the intimacy of an author narrating his/her own work. In this case, being such a fan, it felt like a private reading. zippy, fast moving story Quick read. unusually short novel at at 144 pages I believe. The plot moves quickly and one gets a true understanding of the characters despite the novels brief length. I would have liked more, which I suppose is a good thing. The ending works quite well but it felt just a bit rushed or that we should stay with the characters longer. It isn't surprising that the writer writes for television as that comes through in the pacing. While the author is not the absolute best voice I've heard on audible, he was very giid. Overall, a very satisfying read. Disturbing What disappointed you about Heather, the Totality? It was disturbing. The characters made all of the wrong decisions. What could Matthew Weiner have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you? 1. He could have read the book in a less monotone voice. 2. Never written it in the first place. How did the narrator detract from the book? Monotone What character would you cut from Heather, the Totality? There weren't enough characters to cut anyone. Any additional comments? This was disturbing and unsettling. The ending was awful. Two people stuck together with murder as the glue. Captivating from beginning to end While this story is brief, the character development is incredibly robust and captivating. The writing reminds me of Murakami - the method of story telling is both intense and unique.

Secrets Collide Audiobook by Kathleen Brooks

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kathleen Brooks) — Fri, 17 Jan 2014 20:44:09 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Secrets Collide Subtitle: Bluegrass Brothers, Volume 5 Author: Kathleen Brooks Narrator: Eric G. Dove Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 01-17-14 Publisher: Laurens Publishing Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 257 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Secrets Collide is a New York Times and USA Today bestseller! This is the fifth audiobook in the Bluegrass Brothers Series. After spending the past few months wrapping up his life outside of Keeneston, the mysterious Cy Davies is finally coming home. And hes not coming alone. After rescuing a sassy investigative reporter for a gossip magazine in a dark alley, he takes her to the one place he knows he can keep her safe - Keeneston. Gemma Perry was having the worst week of her life. Now she finds herself in a small town where gossip is the currency, a place where she should fit right in. During the most difficult time of her life, Gemma must trust the man that came to her rescue to unlock the clues to bring down a dangerous criminal intent on silencing her. With their lives in danger, will Gemma and Cy be able to discover themselves and true love? Members Reviews: Wonderful audiobook I really love all of Ms. Brooks Bluegrass novels and Eric G. Dove is a wonderful narrator. A true joy. And finally...the last of the Davies brothers! Cy is finally ready to return to Keeneston but things, as always, don't go according to plan. Including having to rescue Gemma Perry and bring her with him. A fabulous story to listen to. Great pace and full of suspense. Cy is home! Would you consider the audio edition of Secrets Collide to be better than the print version? There is nothing wrong with print - I just prefer audio books What was one of the most memorable moments of Secrets Collide? When we find out what Cy did as a cover. What about Eric G. Doves performance did you like? I like Eric G. Dove's voice and narration this whole series. He brings the characters to life. He is actually fast becoming a favorite. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? Cy's struggle within himself after playing characters for so long. Any additional comments? I was so excited to get to Cy's story and have looked forward to listening to this book. Although I had a pretty good idea of what he was doing, there are still a few surprises. Because he has been such a mystery in the other books, I enjoyed learning more about Cy and his personality and of course that Davie's charm. And the last hero falls I knew I was right to look forward to Cy's story! It was what I had hoped for, funny at times, intense for good and bad reasons, a few misunderstandings and a little sad bit in the graveyard- get your copy and see if you agree! Eric G Dove is still fabulous! Kathleen Brooks does it again. Kathleen Brooks does it again, it was great being back in the Bluegrass Family again. When you start reading the bluegrass books, it's like a giant hug!!! Cy is the only single Davies man left now, still living away from his family but hoping to return soon. Gemma is a twin and has had the worst week of her life. She works for a gossip magazine whilst her twin is an journalist. So different but not really!! Gia Gemma's twin is missing!! With their lives in danger, will Gemma and Cy be able to discover themselves and true love? I would recommend this series, it's fantastic.

The Burglar Who Liked to Quote Kipling Audiobook by Lawrence Block

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lawrence Block) — Mon, 27 Oct 2008 05:58:22 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Burglar Who Liked to Quote Kipling Author: Lawrence Block Narrator: Richard Ferrone Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 10-27-08 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 110 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Best-selling author Lawrence Block will keep you hooting with laughter as you follow the hilarious hijinks of his incorrigible character, Bernie Rhodenbarr: notorious burglar and part-time sleuth. Trying to go legit, Bernie has taken over a secondhand bookstore in Greenwich Village, but he still can't resist stealing things when the rewards are right. Ever since he bought Barnegat Books, Bernie has been having trouble making ends meet. When a mysterious client asks him to steal a rare edition of Kipling's poetry, he seizes the opportunity to practice his criminal talents and pay his creditors. Pilfering the book is boringly easy. But delivering it is difficult - with the police and a host of shady assailants hot on his heels. A Mystery Writers of America Grandmaster, Lawrence Block packs his entertaining whodunits with plenty of action and unexpected plot twists. Richard Ferrone's gravelly voice and expert pacing will keep you glued to the tape deck as Bernie lands in one dangerous scrape after another. ©1979 Lawrence Block; (P)1998 Recorded Books, LLC Members Reviews: How does Bernie do it? I don't think that I have read this one before, but I'm glad that I caught up with it now. It is somewhat more convoluted than some of the others. I often find it worth a giggle or two to see how far communications and inflation have come since the book was written. The story involves double crossing, double dealing, some godawful poetry, and a mink coat. Richard Ferrone continues to be marvelous as Bernie Rhodenbarr. Ferrone makes these easy burglar stories a treat The Narration makes the book! The story is fine but Ferrone makes the character come to life. Bernie the best The characters are wonderfully realized by Mr Block in one the best books in a great series. Mr Ferrone's reading brings the characters to life: he's a very good reader. How about something new Bernie steals, Bernie finds dead body (or not but it's there) rest of book Bernie evades cops and murder charge then wala Bernie proves he didn't really kill anybody oh and the cop pockets some cash....REALLY getting old. Remember that dead horse? A great Bernie mystery What other book might you compare The Burglar Who Liked to Quote Kipling to, and why? I'm a big fan of the Bernie mysteries. They're kind of light - due to the relaxed, friendly persona of the protagonist; but always well written, with great meandering dialogue, and cleverly researched themes. I'd contradict another reviewer who called this series 'samey'. Yes, they are about a burglar who gets involved in murder mysteries, so they're as samey as any other serial mystery character. It's the well explored theme of each story that separates the books, for example the work of Kipling is explored here in a very interesting way. And the husky noir-ish voiced narrator is excellent.

Velocity Audiobook by Dean Koontz

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Dean Koontz) — Fri, 20 May 2005 01:30:04 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Velocity Author: Dean Koontz Narrator: Michael Hayden Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 05-20-05 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 933 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: If you don't take this note to the police and get them involved, I will kill a lovely blond schoolteacher. If you do take this note to the police, I will instead kill an elderly woman active in charity work. You have four hours to decide. The choice is yours. It seems like a sick joke, and Bill's friend on the police force, Lanny Olson, thinks so too. His advice to Bill is to go home and forget about it. Besides, what could they do even if they took the note seriously? No crime has actually been committed. But less than 24 hours later, a young blond schoolteacher is found murdered, and it's Bill's fault: he didn't convince the police to get involved. Now he's got another note, another deadline, another ultimatum...and two new lives hanging in the balance. Suddenly Bill's average, seemingly innocuous life takes on the dimensions and speed of an accelerating nightmare. The notes are coming faster, the deadlines growing tighter, and the killer becoming bolder and crueler with every communication, until Bill is isolated with the terrifying knowledge that he alone has the power of life and death over a psychopath's innocent victims. Until the struggle between good and evil is intensely personal. Until the most chilling words of all are: the choice is yours. Critic Reviews: "Genuinely terrific." (Booklist) "Graphic, fast-paced action, well-developed characters, and relentless, nail-biting scenes show Koontz at the top of his game." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: A True Dean Koontz Novel...as I see it I think the last reviewer should have finished this book.I thought of it as I did Strange Highways..One of his best. A moral to be recognized and absorbed. A horror story with something to teach...How detrimental for us to have a conscious when we make decisions.Personally these are my favorite types of books by Dean Koontz. Although he can write the best of typical 'scare the pants off them' horror stories, the ones that have a moral core are the most memorable to me. Not all black and white, but with many shades of gray entwined in this one.Very fast paced..and hard to stop listening to until the end which was delightful. I say ,you must listen to this one...It's worth your time. As I have listened to or read all Dean koontz novels..Some were disappointing and left me feeling something was lost, but not many and this one is very good...like his older novels. Amazing - typical Dean Koontz As a long time fan of Dean Koontz I am constantly amazed at his creativity and capacity for inventing stories and characters. This latest work is vintage Koontz, fast-paced, intricately plotted and suspenseful. This is a great read and listen and the descriptions (including a particularly gruesome "second wound") may make you grimace or curl your hair but always entice you to keep listening. The main character's ongoing love of his comatose girlfriend is refreshing, heartwarming and may make the most cynical among us believe in true love. KOONTS'S BEST I am a late big fan of Koontz. I got into him with his Odd Thomas and have listened to most of his books. This one is by FAR the best. I must admit that Koonts is often verbose and bombastic, but not in this one. The turns are one after another after another, and all are believable.

I Am Pilgrim, Volume 1 Audiobook by Terry Hayes

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Terry Hayes) — Thu, 01 Aug 2013 16:36:22 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I Am Pilgrim, Volume 1 Author: Terry Hayes Narrator: Christopher Ragland Format: Unabridged Length: 22 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 08-01-13 Publisher: Random House Audiobooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 122 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: National Book Awards 2014: Crime/Thriller Book of the Year Can you commit the perfect crime? Pilgrim is the code name for a man who doesn't exist. The adopted son of a wealthy American family, he once headed up a secret espionage unit for US intelligence. Before he disappeared into anonymous retirement, he wrote the definitive book on forensic criminal investigation. But that book will come back to haunt him. It will help NYPD detective Ben Bradley track him down. And it will take him to a run-down New York hotel room where the body of a woman is found facedown in a bath of acid, her features erased, her teeth missing, her fingerprints gone. It is a textbook murder - and Pilgrim wrote the book. What begins as an unusual and challenging investigation will become a terrifying race against time to save America from oblivion. Pilgrim will have to make a journey from a public beheading in Mecca to a deserted ruin on the Turkish coast via a Nazi death camp in Alsace and the barren wilderness of the Hindu Kush in search of the faceless man who would commit an appalling act of mass murder in the name of his god. This is now the entire audiobook, not in two parts. Members Reviews: Where is the rest of the story What disappointed you about I Am Pilgrim, Volume 1? I feel defrauded. Half a story, and I can't even buy the second half. I have to go and buy the paperback version now. How could the performance have been better? Give us the WHOLE book. I'm happy to pay for it, but it's not even available. Hoe can you release half a book? What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment? Loving the story, Disappointed in Audible Any additional comments? Warn purchasers that it is only half of the story, and the other half isn't available Why is it not the whole book? What disappointed you about I Am Pilgrim, Volume 1? Why I was not told it was just half the book, where is the volume 2? Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How? The plot was fantastic, but very sad it stopped when it did. I would like to know when volume 2 is available so I can write the review it deserves. Have you listened to any of Christopher Raglands other performances before? How does this one compare? I don't tend to remember the narrators names, but will keep an ear out for Christopher If you could play editor, what scene or scenes would you have cut from I Am Pilgrim, Volume 1? None, I would just like to listen to volume 2. Any additional comments? I would like to know when volume 2 is available and why it has been chopped in half? without revealing this to very loyal customers. I feel a little pissed off as I am very keen to know what happens. He is an Australian author so not quite understanding why it is not all available. WHERE IS VOLUME 2? Audible should make the buyer aware that only half the book is available to download before they download the first half. Who reads half a book? Its available on the uk site. What, are we expected to sign up there and pay them too? Shoddy service audible! Gripping storyline Listened to this book over one wet weekend. Once I started listening, I found it impossible to put down. Riveting What an amazing book. Riveting from page 1. Made me cry, made me laugh, made my heart race. Didn't want it to end.

The Fireproof Girl Audiobook by Loretta Lost

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Loretta Lost) — Tue, 25 Apr 2017 10:08:24 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Fireproof Girl Author: Loretta Lost Narrator: Kristyn Mass, Andrew B. Wehrlen Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 04-25-17 Publisher: ThunderWords Press Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 7 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: She can run, but she can never escape her past. Sophie was abandoned at birth and grew up neglected and abused. Her only friends were computers, until she met Cole Hunter. He became her everything: brother, protector, and partner in crime. She believed that nothing could ever tear them apart. Until it did. Years later, when news of Cole's murder reaches Sophie, she completely snaps. She will tear down heaven and earth to find his killer, even enlisting the help of her ex-military ex-boyfriend. But the more she gets involved with the investigation, the more she puts herself at risk. When Cole was nine years old, he watched his whole family burn to death in a house fire. He became obsessed with architecture and rebuilding his life. Sophie became his secret weapon. Protecting her was his purpose. But Sophie was damaged right from the start, and Cole always feared he wouldn't be able to save her from her enemies or from herself. Members Reviews: Really? The end was terrible. There were too many story lines left hanging. She is told her parents have been found and she has a brother. Not another word about that... story over. Her boyfriend is just left back at the hotel. Someone is killed, maybe by the professors daughter. No denouements on any of the side stories. Aaargh.

The Diva Paints the Town Audiobook by Krista Davis

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Krista Davis) — Tue, 07 Jul 2015 02:09:03 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Diva Paints the Town Subtitle: Domestic Diva Series, Book 3 Author: Krista Davis Narrator: Hillary Huber Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 8 mins Language: English Release date: 07-07-15 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 223 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: When Sophie Winston's neighbor - a reclusive professor - dies, his final wish is for the Domestic Diva to throw a dinner party in his honor, and he's planned everything down to the letter. But what no one planned for is the corpse of a student that Sophie finds in his house...or the mysterious will that shows up asking the question: Did the professor cover up a huge crime? Members Reviews: Unexpected endings are refreshing Enjoyable listen for a light read. Not too intense but also a decent storyline and unsuspecting culprit when all said and done. If you are looking for a fast paced intense book this isn't for you. If you are looking for a fun little read to pass time, enjoy yourself a bit without having to think too much, this is for you! I listened to it on my way home from work as a way to unwind. Very enjoyable. Great narrator too. Mediocre writing and performance. The mystery itself was fine, but the writing could have benefited from a bit more editing. The performance was marred by awful accents. Good Cozy I enjoyed the 2 previous installments in this series. Fun, light cozy mystery with lots of humor and excellent narration (Hillary Huber is one of my favorite narrators - good range of "character" voices and she does male voices very well too!). This book, however, was just too silly. I could not even get behind the story, just sort of outrageous/ridiculous/convoluted all the way through... The ending was out of left field, just kind of pulled out of nowhere... I will purchase the next book in this series (if the series continues), hoping that it will be better than this "slapstick" fluff... Another great book love this series. would recommend this book . can't wait to start the next one.

Lady Cop Makes Trouble Audiobook by Amy Stewart

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Amy Stewart) — Tue, 06 Sep 2016 06:14:24 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Lady Cop Makes Trouble Author: Amy Stewart Narrator: Christina Moore Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 09-06-16 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 332 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: The best-selling author of Girl Waits with Gun returns with another adventure featuring the fascinating, feisty, and unforgettable Kopp sisters. After besting (and arresting) a ruthless silk factory owner and his gang of thugs in Girl Waits with Gun, Constance Kopp became one of the nation's first deputy sheriffs. She's proven that she can't be deterred, evaded, or outrun. But when the wiles of a German-speaking con man threaten her position and her hopes for this new life and endanger the honorable Sheriff Heath, Constance may not be able to make things right. Lady Cop Makes Trouble sets Constance loose on the streets of New York City and New Jersey - tracking down victims, trailing leads, and making friends with girl reporters and lawyers at a hotel for women. Cheering her on, and goading her, are her sisters, Norma and Fleurette - that is, when they aren't training pigeons for the war effort or fanning dreams of a life on the stage. Based on a true story, Girl Waits with Gun introduced Constance Kopp and her charming and steadfast sisters to an army of enthusiastic listeners. Those listeners will be thrilled by this second installment - also ripped from the headlines - in the romping, wildly listenable life of a woman forging her own path, tackling crime and nefarious criminals along the way. Critic Reviews: "Narrator Christina Moore continues to shine in the Kopp Sisters series.... Moore captures Constance perfectly--at times vulnerable but more often a strong and determined turn-of-the-century woman who feels she's finally found her calling. In addition to Constance, Moore expertly gives voice to a cast of secondary characters, including men and people with distinctive accents, making each one a believable individual." ( AudioFile) Members Reviews: Fantastic Series Continues Stewart has used her unerring research skills and sharp wit to elevate the standard of historic fiction to an entirely new level. I loved book one in the series, Girl Waits With Gun, and was hoping that book two would be up to the challenge. To me, Lady Cop Makes Trouble is even better than the first book. There is more action, so much detail and such a high level of historic accuracy that reading feels like traveling in a time machine. The plot is taken from the headlines of the time and in doing so lends a feeling of authenticity to this historic fiction detective book. Stewart opens a window into the early 1900s and beckons the reader to climb through and into another world. Descriptive, detailed, exacting dialogue and excellent character interaction and development all converge to create an enthralling book. Moore's narration is spot on once again. Her use of pauses, sighs and her precise tone and timing really captures the no nonsense feel of the era and the characters she is voicing. Her skilled delivery makes listening a pleasure. I really am looking forward to book three--I can't wait to see what happens next. Recommended if you enjoy historic fiction with quirky characters, some funny bits and a slice of life from another era. I loved it. Excellent! Highly recommend! What a great story. I'm hoping for a third in the series as I am left with only just a few developments I'd love to see :) , but for the most part - everything was wrapped up very nicely! Would be great for a book club choice as there is mystery wrapped up in the plot.

The Door to December Audiobook by Dean Koontz

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Dean Koontz) — Thu, 18 Jan 2007 04:15:59 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Door to December Author: Dean Koontz Narrator: George Guidall Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 01-18-07 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 687 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Her loving mother and the police desperately hunt for the answer. They need Melanie to help discover the truth behind the most savage carnage the city has ever seen. They will do anything to save her from the mysterious and menacing force that has invaded her young life. But first they must save themselves from a rising tide of terror. Critic Reviews: "First-rate suspense, scary and stylish." (Los Angeles Times) Members Reviews: Troubling As usual, this thing scared the willies out of me and my wife. It was exciting and troubling that there may be people that do such things. We haven't finished it yet, but I hope the guy gets his "come up ins" Typical Koontz This is a typical Koontz book, weird but interesting enough to keep listening to the end. Chilly December If you could sum up The Door to December in three words, what would they be? Sad, Exciting, Awesome What did you like best about this story? The power the girl obtained Have you listened to any of George Guidalls other performances before? How does this one compare? Not yet. But wouldn't mind. Loved his voice variations between characters. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? The moments the girl cried for her mom in her dreams Any additional comments? Very good book. Recommend it Loved it! What made the experience of listening to The Door to December the most enjoyable? Kept me interested all the way What did you like best about this story? suspense and even some romance What about George Guidalls performance did you like? good narrator- he did the little girl really good! Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? whenever the room got cold, I "felt" the chill too Any additional comments? great book- recommend Classic Koontz A good one and at times I did not want to stop listening in order to do something else I had to do.

The Hunt for Atlantis Audiobook by Andy McDermott

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Andy McDermott) — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 15:20:35 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Hunt for Atlantis Author: Andy McDermott Narrator: Gildart Jackson Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 01-10-11 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 307 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: A lost civilization. A dangerous quest. A deadly secret.... It's one of history's most enduring and controversial legends: the lost city of Atlantis. Archaeologist Nina Wilde is certain she's solved the riddle of its whereabouts - and with the help of reclusive billionaire Kristian Frost, his beautiful daughter, Kari, and ex-SAS bodyguard Eddie Chase, she's about to make the most important discovery in centuries. But not everyone wants them to succeed: a powerful and mysterious organization will stop at nothing to ensure that a secret submerged for 11,000 years never resurfaces. More than one would-be discoverer has already died in pursuit of Atlantis's secrets - including Nina's own parents. Failure isn't an option. From the streets of Manhattan to the Brazilian jungle, from a Tibetan mountaintop to the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean, Nina and Eddie will race against time - and follow a trail of danger and death to a revelation so explosive, it could destroy civilization forever. Critic Reviews: "McDermott's debut, already an international best seller, raises the bar to please adventure junkies who prefer to mainline their action." ( Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: Tedious What disappointed you about The Hunt for Atlantis? The heroes were initially developed well but somewhere along the line they were all lobotomized. The plot dragged along because our heroes fell into every obvious trap there was. The characters themselves were not too bad and that was the only thing that kept me going to the end. I have read other McDermott pieces and was disappointed. If you could play editor, what scene or scenes would you have cut from The Hunt for Atlantis? There are too many to mention and all of the actions scenes were painfully long and predictable once you realized the formula. Any additional comments? Do not waste a credit on this one folks. No Maturity I've listened to the first half and there have been many times I felt myself becoming less intelligent for listening to the dialog. Each time I felt like turning it off, but it seemed it was still better than nothing. I've finally come to the realization that "nothing" IS better than this. The characters act like what you'd expect from 14 year-old boys. The story itself is entertaining, but I can't get past the dialog. So bad I returned then rebought to be able to revi I actually enjoy books with some intellectual basis (because I am a total geek), but want trash that doesn;t make me think too hard after a hard day of sorting through Estate tax statutes or Medicaid rules. This seemed perfect- murder mystery set in a backdrop of exotic locales and archeological discussion. I could not have been more wrong.

The Patriarch Audiobook by Martin Walker

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Martin Walker) — Tue, 11 Aug 2015 08:59:13 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Patriarch Subtitle: Bruno, Chief of Police Author: Martin Walker Narrator: Robert Ian Mackenzie Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 08-11-15 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 186 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: A beloved village, a renowned family, a suspicious death - it's the latest adventure in the Dordogne for police chief Bruno. When Bruno is invited to the lavish birthday celebration of World War II flying ace and national icon Marco "the Patriarch" Desaix, it's the fulfillment of a boyhood dream. But when the party ends in the death of Gilbert, Marco's longtime friend, it's another day on the job for the chef de police. All signs point to a tragic accident, but Bruno isn't so sure. There is more to the Desaix family's lives and loyalties than meets the eye. There is Victor, the patriarch's son, Gilbert's old comrade-in-arms and sometime rival; Victor's seductive wife, Madeleine, whose roving eye intrigues Bruno even more than her fierce political ambitions; Yevgeny, another son, an artist whose paintings seem to hold keys to the past; and the patriarch himself, whose postwar Soviet ties may have intersected all too closely with Gilbert's career in Cold War intelligence. Bruno is diverted by a dangerous conflict between a local animal rights activist and outraged hunters - as well as meals to cook, wine to share, and an ever more complicated romantic situation. But as his entanglement with the Desaix family grows and his suspicions heighten, Bruno's inquiries into Gilbert's life become a deadly threat to his own. Members Reviews: Big disappointment I enjoyed the earlier novels in this series. They always included a moderate dose of political evangelism. Unfortunately this novel is mostly unbalanced political diatribe that makes heavy use of the strawman technique. The ghostly thin plot, when one can find it, is flat and boring. Let us hope the author has exorcised his political demons and that the next installment in the Bruno series returns to form. Great for atmosphere-disappointing ending Love the author's obvious regard for this region of France. I listen to these for the description of life in Perigord and to follow the characters to which we've been introduced. This novel ended abruptly with loose ends that didn't quite fit together. A lackluster effort on the author's part. Too many characters May be my least favorite Bruno story so far. The Russian connection and inter family intrigue was rather tiring. Found Bruno's romance out of character. He is smarter than that. Slow, light, and not worth reading any of his others This story features a French policeman in a quaint French town who likes food, drink, his dog, and friends. That's the whole story. If you want to read a book about how the French eat, you might find this charming. If you want a well-paced mystery, characters that develop, humor, depth, or a memorable read, this author doesn't deliver. The mystery is very thin, the plot is slow, and character development is nil. It's ho-hum at best. same old same old Somehow I missed the Patriarch by Martin Walker when it came out. I was looking around for something to read, and check to see when the next Bruno Chief of Police novel comes out. I discovered that it came out in June and not only did I miss the release, but I also missed one of the previous books in the series. It is odd that you can read a series and not notice when you miss a book. And once I finished reading The Patriarch, I am can see why I did not realize that I missed anything.

Devil's Gate Audiobook by Clive Cussler, Graham Brown

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Clive Cussler) — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 06:53:58 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Devil's Gate Subtitle: A Novel from the NUMA Files Author: Clive Cussler, Graham Brown Narrator: Scott Brick Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 11-15-11 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1090 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: The extraordinary new novel in the number-one New York Times best-selling series. A Japanese cargo ship cruises the eastern Atlantic near the Azores- when it bursts into flames. A gang of pirates speeds to take advantage of the disaster - when their boat explodes. What is happening in that part of the world? As Kurt Austin, Joe Zavala, and the rest of the NUMA(r) Special Assignments Team rush to investigate, they find themselves drawn into the extraordinary ambitions of an African dictator, the creation of a weapon of almost mythical power, and an unimaginably audacious plan to extort the world's major nations. Their penalty for refusal? The destruction of their greatest cities. Filled with the high-stakes suspense and boundless invention unique to Cussler, Devil's Gate is one of the most thrilling novels yet from the grand master of adventure. Members Reviews: Another five star! Would you listen to Devil's Gate again? Why? Definitely Yes. Story had many characters, much action, good plot development. Much back and forth between scenes / characters. Found myself "rewinding" to make sure I hadn't missed anything. Would eagerly listen to this book again now that I better understand the twists and turns in the plot. Could now listen continuously without having to occasionally "rewind." What other book might you compare Devil's Gate to and why? Almost all of CC's books utilize a similar type of flash from one scene to another. Several characters appear in CC's books. Each set of characters has a small subplot related to the major plot. What does Scott Brick bring to the story that you wouldn???t experience if you just read the book? Scott Brick is phenomenal in his portrayal of male, female, and foreign dialect voices. No problem ever identifying what role he is playing at any given moment. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? The dramatic escape from the minisub and the utilization of the robot Rapunzel in this escape. Any additional comments? I NEVER hesitate to burn a credit for a CC book narrated by Scott Brick. I've NEVER been disappointed. Five star in all categories!! Awesome.... What does Scott Brick bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Scott has a voice that has been tuned to the same frequency as Cussler... he has read a number of them, and now when I hear one he did not read, it takes me a while to start enjoying it..... Cussler and Brick, a number one combo! Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? yes Frequent Listener I have to say that I have read or listened to over 12 of Clive Cusslers books, next to the Will Lee book "Chiefs", this is my second favorite book. Suspensful, well read and entertaining. No it isn't great literature, but it kept me interested and engaged. I was a little disappointed in "The Jungle", but this one made up for it. My style of story This book was exactly for my taste. Fast paced with lot of adventures. Strong characters. Cool mass destruction weapon, which was destructed by the end, of course. I don't know why I haven't read Cussler novels before, but I definitely will. great story I loved the narrator's voice. this is a great author lots of awesome storytelling and he picks a great reader.

The Murder Bag Audiobook by Tony Parsons

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Tony Parsons) — Thu, 22 May 2014 01:15:26 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Murder Bag Author: Tony Parsons Narrator: Colin Mace Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 54 mins Language: English Release date: 05-22-14 Publisher: Whole Story Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 503 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Twenty years ago seven students became friends at their exclusive private school, Potter's Field. Now they have started dying in the most violent way imaginable. Detective Max Wolfe follows the bloody trail from the backstreets and bright lights of the city, to the darkest corners of the corridors of power. As the bodies pile up, Max finds he is fighting not only for justice, but for his own life.... The gripping first novel in an explosive new crime series by Tony Parsons, bestselling author of Man and Boy. If you like crime-novels by Ian Rankin and Peter James, you will love this. Critic Reviews: "Propulsive ... If The Murder Bag marks the launch of a new crime series, count me in." (The Times) "A tense debut crime novel with a dose of dry wit" (Daily Express) "Impressive, page-turning ... Told with conviction and at an ever increasing pace" (Daily Mail) "Truly emotive crime-writing is a rarity, and The Murder Bag looks set to win Tony Parsons many new fans in the genre" (GQ) "Spectacular! Tense and human, fast and authentic." (Lee Child) Members Reviews: THERE SHOULD BE MORE THAN 5 STARS FOR THIS 1 This is by far the best book I have read all year, maybe longer. And I can't say enough about Colin Mace. What a pleasure to listen to. This is one of those books that when you finish you have to digest. You can't go into your library and start another one right up. Some one else's review made mention of no real gore or vulgarity, they were correct. The crime scenes were so well written you didn't the gore. There was a point when I 'figured out' at least part mystery/crime but then you think you have the whole story and wham there is a twist I did not see coming. Love the father/daughter/dog relationship. It's heartwarming. And Colin Mace - WOW not sure I have listened to him before but I would seek out others that he has read. The different accents were wonderful, transition flawless, and just his voice-perfect. I hope this becomes a series!!! Great Start to a new Trilogy After finishing this audio book, I checked out this author and found out this is the start of a trilogy. My first thought was -- "only 2 more books with Max Wolfe!" I can honestly say I will be grieving halfway through the 3rd book if this character's story ends. I imagine by that time Tony Parsons will be selling lots of books and his editor will be thinking up ways to continue the story with DC Wolfe, his young daughter and their dog. I don't know this author but he must have a strong writing background. I particularly loved how there were violent, heart-beating scenes, but no goriness. The author's knowledge of police procedure and his strong plotting of the story was a delight to me. I didn't want to stop listening as I drove closer to my home. I thought up errands in order to continue my drive and the listen. Colin Mace is a wonderful narrator -- top notch! Even if you think you have it figured out, you will still want to hear every word. Especially since a twist is awaiting you in the end. Loved it! Can a narrator make a good book great? Colin Mace delivers a performance that puts him in a class with Ray Porter, Frank Mueller, Will Patton and Eduardo Ballerini.

A Thin Dark Line Audiobook by Tami Hoag

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Tami Hoag) — Wed, 17 Sep 2014 16:59:20 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: A Thin Dark Line Author: Tami Hoag Narrator: Karen Peakes Format: Unabridged Length: 18 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 09-17-14 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 2099 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Terror stalks the streets of Bayou Breaux, Louisiana. A suspected murderer is free on a technicality, and the cop accused of planting evidence against him is ordered off the case. But Detective Nick Fourcade refuses to walk away. Hes stepped over the line before. This case threatens to push him over the edge. Hes not the only one. Deputy Annie Broussard found the womans mutilated body. She still hears the phantom echoes of dying screams. She wants justice. But pursuing the investigation will mean forming an alliance with a man she doesnt trust and making enemies of the men she works with. It will mean being drawn into the confidence of a killer. For Annie Broussard, finding justice will mean risking everything - including her life. The search for the truth has begun - one that will lead down a twisted trail through the steamy bayous of Louisiana, and deep into the darkest reaches of the human heart. Members Reviews: Respectfully disagree with the other reviewers I feel pretty deceived by the other reviewers here. By all accounts, I really should have liked this book. As a gal who likes a book with a strong female protagonist seeking to solve a horrible murder- this one seemed like it was right up my alley. To be fair, the premise of the story was interesting enough to keep my attention until the end. But in all honesty, the sum of the books flaws just completely ruined this one for me. My biggest issue was with the characters. In the world the author created, there is not one male person with even a few sympathetic features. In fact, each and every man in this book, on one level or another, harbors rape fantasies and/or abusive tendencies toward the women around them. Even the main love interest! I actually started Mama-bear lecturing the book out loud when Anne began to get all heart-a-fluttery for a man who 1. drinks and has anger management issues 2. her internal dialogue is constantly stuck on how afraid she is of this man and 3.- HE BROKE INTO HER HOUSE AND THREATENED HER WITH A WEAPON. And this is the guy who is supposed to be our co-star hero? Does the author not know what good men look like? This is a terrifying (and not terribly realistic) world shes created where every male is out to get the heroine. My second grumble I have with this book is that there is no clever detective work involved. Our main character doesnt solve the mystery, even though the culprit is pretty obvious and staring everyone in the face- theyre dismissed early on in the story. The plot conclusion sort of stumbles into itself with the two main characters having had nothing to do with the solution of the crime. I admit that this second complaint will be completely up to the readers tastes, but when I read a murder mystery, I like for my main character to have some ability in solving crimes. Exciting Mystery A Thin Dark Line revealed to the listener just how difficult it can be to find enough evidence to convict a suspect. There were many character's who appeared to be the murderer of Pam Boussard. The actions of so many made the listener quite sure that person was the killer. However, another character made the listener think, no, he's not the one. Therefore, maybe Marcus Raynard, the man who was believed by most of the people in the small town, including the police, actually did commit the murder. He had a trial but due to lack of evidence, Marcus was a free man again.

Primordial Audiobook by Alan Baxter, David Wood

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Alan Baxter) — Fri, 08 Sep 2017 09:31:39 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Primordial Author: Alan Baxter, David Wood Narrator: Jeffrey Kafer Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 09-08-17 Publisher: Gryphonwood Press Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 98 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Sometimes, the legends are true. When eccentric billionaire Ellis Holloway hires renegade marine biologist Sam Aston to investigate the legend of a monster in a remote Finnish lake, Aston envisions an easy paycheck and a chance to clear his gambling debts. But he gets much more. There is something terrible living beneath the dark waters of Lake Kaarme and it is hungry. As the death toll mounts, Aston faces superstitious locals, a power-hungry police chief, and a benefactor's descent into madness as he races to find the legendary beast of the lake. Members Reviews: Creature feature!! I'm such a sucker for a good underwater adventure, or indeed any adventure that has prehistoric creatures trying to eat you!! So upon seeing this, I dived in. And, as I kind of guessed before starting, I found myself immersed in an action packed, enthralling, underwater adventure, that ticked all the right boxes. Plot wise, I loved it. Sam Aston is called upon by an eccentric billionaire, Ellis Holloway, after one of Ellis's previous employees disappeared. He left behind some compelling evidence to show that there may be something in the lake in a Finnish village. Sam knows the guy is crazy, but with a chance to clear his growing gambling debts, he decides to entertain the man. Easy money, right? Nope, there is something lurking in the lake and it's hungry!!! The plot was fast paced, entertaining, actually quiet believable (when it came to how the beast came into the lake) and a rollicking adventure!! All the characters were well written and developed. Sam is the lovable rogue whom you can't help but love. We have a hot tv host whom is also quite smart, and we have the eccentric billionaire whom loves all things cryptids and is willing to fund the trip to find the proof of a prehistoric creature, and we have other characters who all add up to make the book interesting and intriguing. It's also not just about the beast. We see and hear things from the small village to question whether the creature is there by choice. There seems to be other beasts around... the two legged kind, and it just goes to show that beasts aren't always just animals. I was intrigued about the books in the basement and need to know more about their origin and what they are!! I really, really hope there's more to come!! In all, this was awesome. I flew through it and absolutely need more!! I will definitely check out more from both authors and can only hope they have some creature feature books written!!! Jeffrey Kafer is one of the best in the business. He has narrated numerous books, in numerous genres and never fails to deliver. It's the same here!! He is so easy to listen to and nails the performance. He had me on the edge of my seat all the time but especially during the tense moments. He just knows how to bring a story to life!! I was voluntarily provided this audiobook for free from the author, narrator, or publisher. This in no way affected nor influenced my thoughts. Interesting story, difficult reader. I enjoyed the story with good action and an interesting monster. The narrator, however, seemed to be channeling a poor Philip Marlowe voice. His versions of accents were lackluster and nearly nonexistent, making an Aussie sound like a faded Boston, MA. Seeing as the main story takes place in Scandinavia, the local characters had almost no accents at all.

Bigfoot Hunters Audiobook by Rick Gualtieri

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Rick Gualtieri) — Wed, 13 Nov 2013 04:20:38 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Bigfoot Hunters Subtitle: Volume 1 Author: Rick Gualtieri Narrator: Charlie Romanelli Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 11-13-13 Publisher: Rick Gualtieri Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 116 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Evolution is about to be kicked in the teeth by some very large feet. It started with a few missing hikers, a not uncommon occurrence for the remote town of Bonanza Creek. Now it's about to get a lot worse. The legendary creatures known as Sasquatch are emerging from the woods, and they're hell-bent on slaughtering everything in their path. The only ones standing in their way are a group of wayward campers, a few scared survivors, and the crew of a cable TV show. However, one of them has a secret and it might just be enough to turn the tide. It's tons of muscle and fury versus a whole lot of bullets in a battle to determine once and for all: who is the hunter and who is the hunted. Members Reviews: Couldn't stand the narrator Narrator was so bad I stopped within a chapter or two. Picked up the book in print, and loved it. Not my normal kind of book, but the author is so good I had to give it a shot. Definitely glad I did. LOL Oh man, the way the author wrote the "Indian dude" had me wondering if his girl left him for a hot looking Indian.LOL I'm sorry but that character seemed like it was written by a jealous white teen boy.LOL The story was ok. Almost everyone dies, of course they do, nothing new there for this type of story. The author even added a ton of new characters for the sole purpose of being killed. The beginning was interesting but the further along you get, nothing really jumps out as unique or intriguing. Follows the same formula as most stories in this genre all the way down to the over expletive sexual detail oriented description of hot women body parts Overall, the story was just mediocre in its entertainment value for me. The narrator did a good job but I think the story may have been a bit better had his voice reflected the action that was taking place through out the story. But honestly, I'm already looking to see what other books he's narrated. I appreciated his performance, not for all the characters but every diamond has a flaw. Cujo on Steroids Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? I would definitely recommend this one. Its a classic set up for a nightmare, slasher type story. A group of young adults trekking off into the woods where you would expect them to meet with psychopath in the deep woods...and they do, just not The Crazy you may be expecting. Who was your favorite character and why? Danni, She is smart and strong.... making for a pretty good heroine. What does Charlie Romanelli bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? His "psycho voice" is really creepy. I loved those parts. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? The graphic kills could be intense. Disappointed I saw this and thought it would be an offshoot if the Bill the Vampire series. Its not. :-( The story is probably good just not good for me. No humor. No link to the story I enjoy. Overall disappointing. Wish it had been made clear that this story was a completely different genre. Love every other book by this author But not this one. The story unlike his others has no central focus. If this is a book to expand his universe I wish it was done a bit different but as I have never written a book I don't won't to be overly harsh. It just compared to Mr.Gualtieri other works it lack luster.

Powder Burn Audiobook by Bill Montalbano, Carl Hiaasen

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Bill Montalbano) — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 20:50:20 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Powder Burn Author: Bill Montalbano, Carl Hiaasen Narrator: Robert Ramirez Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 17 mins Language: English Release date: 04-13-12 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 99 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: New York Times best-selling author Carl Hiaasen teamed up with journalist Bill Montalbano for this gripping thriller. Powder Burn stars Chris Meadows, a successful Miami architect who's leaving a meeting with an ex-girlfriend when he sees a car strike his ex, killing her. But the nightmare is only just beginning. As a witness to the crime, Chris knows the car's passengers - thugs linked to Miami's deadliest drug lords - are sure to come after him next. But what can he do if the police refuse to give him protection? Members Reviews: I Love Carl Hiaasen, but man this was the hard What disappointed you about Powder Burn? I cant rate this book because I was to bored to get past the first 3 hours. If you love Carl Hiaasen stay away from this book. Its starts slow and I think that's the way it will continue. This book was a slow starter like the Lords of Discipline Would you ever listen to anything by Carl Hiaasen and Bill Montalbano again? Not both this book was too boring to complete. I have listened to all of Carl Hiassen books longer than 8 hours and I loved them all, this one was just not for me. Would you be willing to try another one of Robert Ramirezs performances? I didn't finish the book so I don't feel like I should rate his performance If you could play editor, what scene or scenes would you have cut from Powder Burn? I was to bored to finish the first half let alone the complete boo. Any additional comments? Can I have a refund? Darker Would you consider the audio edition of Powder Burn to be better than the print version? not sure, since I did not read the print version, but the audio was great Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How? Yes, fast paced, no long rambling speeches Have you listened to any of Robert Ramirezs other performances before? How does this one compare? good If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be? tough question, not really sure Not Much Hiassen Here Would you try another book from Carl Hiaasen and Bill Montalbano and/or Robert Ramirez? After reading other books by Hiaasen, I am convinced that he simply put the finishing touches and added a few funny parts to this tome after Montalbano had finished. What could Carl Hiaasen and Bill Montalbano have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you? I would have had Montalbano tell Hiaasen the structure of the story, and then have Carl alone write the book in his style. Who would you have cast as narrator instead of Robert Ramirez? The idea of having a young Latino read the book was a good one, but It seems that you need someone with a greater range of tone in his voice. It needs to be read by someone older, and with a more gruff voice. What character would you cut from Powder Burn? No Idea. do not buy I've loved every single Carl hiaasen book that I've read, until now. This book is garbage. Didn't seem like a Hiaasen book Usually Hiaasen has some comedic characters that give the novel so light parts. This is a dark novel and not good reading for me.

Exit Strategy Audiobook by Steve Hamilton

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Steve Hamilton) — Tue, 16 May 2017 23:34:24 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Exit Strategy Subtitle: A Nick Mason Novel Author: Steve Hamilton Narrator: Ray Porter Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 05-16-17 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 265 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: In the stunning follow-up to the New York Times best-seller The Second Life of Nick Mason, the remarkable hero fights to take back control from the crime lord who owns his life as he races to complete a daring and dangerous new mission. Nick Mason has been given a true mission impossible: infiltrate WITSEC, the top-secret federal witness-protection program that has never been compromised, locate the three men who put his boss, Darius Cole, behind bars for life, and kill them. But first he has to find them - they're ghost prisoners locked down around the clock in classified "deep black" locations by a battalion of heavily armed US marshals charged with protecting them - and the clock is ticking. Cole is appealing his conviction, and these witnesses are either his ticket to freedom or the final nail in his coffin. If they testify, Darius Cole will never step foot in the outside world again. If they are killed, he will walk out a free man. As he risks everything to complete his mission, Mason finds himself being hunted by the very man he replaced, the ruthless assassin who once served, then betrayed, Darius Cole. Rather than waiting to be Mason's next victim, he has escaped witness protection to hunt down and kill Mason himself. In an action-packed journey that leads from a high-security military installation in the Appalachian Mountains to a secret underground bunker hidden far below the streets of New York City, Nick Mason will have to become, more than ever before, the lethal weapon that Darius Cole created. Members Reviews: ready for the next one I really enjoyed both the first and second book. I'm looking forward to the continuation of the series. the narrator Ray Porter is one of my favorites. Great listen that stretches credulity The first Nick Mason book was a blast, a wonderful premise, powerful, action-packed story, well-written and well-narrated. What a bold departure from Hamilton's first series character. But I did wonder how you could push this great idea past one book and keep the reader/listener buying in to the premise and maintaining our connection to the main character. Right from the outset of the first book, Nick is teetering on the edge of an impossible dilemma. We root for him to succeed and break out of the bind he is in. I enjoyed Exit Strategy, it kept me riveted even while the odds mounted. But with each plot twist and bigger obstacle thrown in his path, it grew harder to suspend my disbelief. On one hand, it is the way, as in too many action stories and films, the protagonist bounces back from vicious beatings, shootings and explosions to continue vanquishing foes like an immortal ninja. On the other, it is how the web of evil stretches further and farther from the 'simple' drug gang mastermind to something more pervasive and more mysterious. And harder to buy. The thought rose that Hamilton, a good writer, was taking the 'easy' way out by turning to the fantastic instead of more subtle, artful plot developments. I still like the series and will surely listen to book three - I hope Quintero returns simply so I can enjoy Ray Porter voicing his character - but the fresh edge is gone. I blame myself After listening to the first book in the series, I thought I was done with Nick Mason. At least I know I am now - for sure It's not just the level of absurd scenarios that this guy gets placed into.

Mud Vein Audiobook by Tarryn Fisher

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Tarryn Fisher) — Tue, 28 Oct 2014 12:39:21 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mud Vein Author: Tarryn Fisher Narrator: Simone Lewis Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 10-28-14 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 352 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: When reclusive novelist Senna Richards wakes up on her 33rd birthday, everything has changed. Caged behind an electrical fence, locked in a house in the middle of the snow, Senna is left to decode the clues to find out why she was taken. If she wants her freedom, she has to take a close look at her past. But, her past has a heartbeat... and her kidnapper is nowhere to be found. With her survival hanging by a thread, Senna soon realizes this is a game. A dangerous one. Only the truth can set her free. Members Reviews: Avoid if suffering from depression! Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not? In the beginning it held me in suspense wondering where it was headed..(a lot of flashbacks without full explanations) cold, clinical, no warmth by the end it was a fizzle for me with not much of a twist. I was expecting more depth to the characters & an emotional bond to them, I didn't feel it.. Without trying not to give anything away, my heading states it all! If you're looking for an emotional love story there wasn't one for me. It is not a dark book, just depressing! How would you have changed the story to make it more enjoyable? Would not have given it such a depressing ending! What does Simone Lewis bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Simone although didn't differentiate from male to female, as the female part could not fault her & was able to get through the book thanks to Simone's narration! If this book were a movie would you go see it? No! Any additional comments? Sad to say was expecting more.. got less! Raw Jesus Christ. This was a very well thought out and thorough novel. The writing is out of this world amazing. I have to say, if you are looking for something that is optimistic and makes you feel good, look the other way. Well, I guess it could be considered optimistic, but in a really morbid way.. This book is so honest and raw it will tear your heart out. Then whack it against the wall a few times. I feel a little traumatized.. But in the best possible way. ;) The narrator was great as usual. She effortlessly brings the story to life. Definitely worth the credit! I loved this book! This book is twisted from the very beginning. I loved it and found myself glued to my chair listening to it. Cenna doesn't let anyone close to her. Christmas is the worst time of year for her as everything bad happens on Christmas. Now Cenna and a Doctor she has becomes friends with have been kidnapped. This is my very first read by the author, Taryn Fisher. I enjoyed this book so much and found the plot to be very original. It is sick, twisted and it held me captive too. I just couldn't walk away from this book! The narrator, Simone Lewis is fantastic also. I loved the accents and multiple voices she used, along with the emotions in the narration! Trying I am half way through and trying to stick with this. Very hard though. The lead female character is putting me into a deep depression. It's just not going anywhere. I wanted to like this! What did you like best about Mud Vein? What did you like least? I was mostly intrigued by the story line. Overall though I disliked the character. She wasn't realistic in my mind and her inner monologue kind of drove me nuts.

Scents and Sensibility Audiobook by Spencer Quinn

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Spencer Quinn) — Tue, 14 Jul 2015 18:16:41 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Scents and Sensibility Subtitle: A Chet and Bernie Mystery Author: Spencer Quinn Narrator: Jim Frangione Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 07-14-15 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 482 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: When a mysterious case of illegal cactus smuggling comes to their attention, Chet and his human PI companion, Bernie Little, find themselves in a prickly situation in this eighth book in the New York Times best-selling mystery series. In the latest entry in the immensely popular Chet and Bernie mystery series, Private Investigator Bernie Little and his canine companion, Chet, return home to encounter some alarming developments. First off, Bernie's wall safe - normally hidden behind the waterfall picture in the office - is gone, and with it Bernie's grandfather's watch, their most valuable possession. And next door, old Mr. Parsons is under investigation for being in possession of a saguaro cactus illegally transplanted from the desert. Bernie and Chet go deep into the desert to investigate. Is it possible that such a lovely old couple have a terrible secret in their past? Chet and Bernie discover bad things going on in the wilderness, far worse that cactus smuggling, and all connected to a strange but innocent-seeming desert festival called Arrow Bright. They unearth leads that take them back to a long-ago kidnapping that may not have been a kidnapping and threaten a ruthless and charismatic criminal with a cult following, a criminal who sees at once what Chet and Bernie mean to each other and knows how to exploit it. Every bit as "insightful" (Booklist), "humorous" (Library Journal), and "deliciously addictive" (Publishers Weekly, starred review) as Quinn's previous books, Scents and Sensibility is a drool-worthy mystery that will have listeners everywhere begging for more. Members Reviews: Only a cliffhanger, only a cliffhanger, only... What made the experience of listening to Scents and Sensibility the most enjoyable? I have loved the Chet and Bernie series since the very first one. Many reviewers will suggest that a love of dogs is needed to truly love this series and that maybe so but I doubt it. Chet is so great. What did you like best about this story? True to his personality and character, Bernie invested himself with single determination to his case. Despite the uncharacteristic lapses and the foreboding ending I refuse to believe that Scents and Sensibility took all of Bernie. What does Jim Frangione bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Oh Jim Frangione no one else could voice the mental wanderings, excitement, joy and loyalty of Chet, the Jet. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? I did and I want the next one immediately and with a happy conclusion or I am thinking it will be, "an orange jumpsuit and breaking rocks in the hot sun" for Mr. Quinn. Always a kick to live inside Chet's head! Story takes some unexpected turns. such a fun doversion. want the next one sooner than usual for reasons that will be apparent. Can't get enough. I always go through a little internal debate about this series. He repeats himself a lot and uses the same scenarios over and over - and yet - they are still fun. Perhaps you have to be a dog lover. I know with my dogs, they love familiar actions.

Salvation Row Audiobook by Mark Dawson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mark Dawson) — Fri, 08 May 2015 22:58:21 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Salvation Row Subtitle: John Milton, Book 6 Author: Mark Dawson Narrator: David Thorpe Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 05-08-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 293 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: John Milton is trying to make amends for a career spent killing for the British Secret Service. He has a burning need to right wrongs - and rewrite his own bloody past. He finds himself in Louisiana, the Big Sleazy, the bayou, and the post-Katrina wreckage of the Gulf Coast with a debt of honor to repay. Isadora Bartholomew, who saved his partner's life, needs his help. Joel Babineaux, a ruthless property magnate, is out to sink the charity she established to help rebuild the Lower Ninth Ward. Just when Milton thinks he has neutralised Babineaux's scheming, a dangerous man from his past takes an unhealthy interest in his present. Claude Boon used to work for the Mossad and might be more than Milton can handle. And then the stakes get even higher.... Salvation Row is the most explosive thriller yet in Mark Dawson's best-selling John Milton series. It's a book no self-respecting suspense fan will want to be without. Members Reviews: Mark Dawson is my best new author find of 2015 The John Milton series consists of 2 novellas and 6 novels. Every on of the 8 books deserves a five star rating. John Milton is a British espionage agent who is trying to leave the agency after years against the wishes of the agency. I wish that Mark Dawson would write more John Milton novels, but that seems unlikely. Dawson is a wonderful author. Louisiana Hot This book was very good. I would recommend to followers of the John Milton series or those who enjoy David Thorpe or Mark Dawson. Unfortunately, you have to follow the entire John Milton series to gain an appreciation for this book, as you will better understand the character (Milton) that way, inclusive of the history that he references. This book was strong, but it's the introduction of an amazing character named Avi Bachman that really sends this story into overdrive. Avi is awesome! Another hit Dawson has hit his stride. Nothing stops the adrenaline. Fast action, justice prevails, character continues to grow. What more can you ask? Even the reader had better American accents this time out,( pretty bad in earlier reads), Intend to read his two other series. All six of these were really enjoyable for action, survival readers. I will say the fifth, Sword of God, was the best to me. Em Foss is on wrong sa lob bol For American listeners it is painful hearing a Brit's pronunciation of lots of words. Other than that I love the series. Good story but. ........ Good story but the lead female is rather annoying the way she argues about everything that's Milton is doing to help her just so annoying & frustrating. I found myself saying 'oh for god's sake just shut up and just do it'. The narrators American accents especially the female ones again rather disturbing. Lots of room for improvement.

The Kill Room Audiobook by Jeffery Deaver

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jeffery Deaver) — Tue, 04 Jun 2013 20:38:52 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Kill Room Subtitle: A Lincoln Rhyme Novel Author: Jeffery Deaver Narrator: Jay Snyder, January LaVoy, Edoardo Ballerini Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 40 mins Language: English Release date: 06-04-13 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 494 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: It was a "million-dollar bullet," a sniper shot delivered from over a mile away. Its victim was no ordinary mark: he was a United States citizen, targeted by the United States government, and assassinated in the Bahamas. The nation's most renowned investigator and forensics expert, Lincoln Rhyme, is drafted to investigate. While his partner, Amelia Sachs, traces the victim's steps in Manhattan, Rhyme leaves the city to pursue the sniper himself. As details of the case start to emerge, the pair discovers that not all is what it seems. When a deadly, knife-wielding assassin begins systematically eliminating all evidence-including the witnesses-Lincoln's investigation turns into a chilling battle of wits against a cold-blooded killer. Members Reviews: Buy the BOOK, skip the AUDIO Any time Lincoln Rhyme is called into action, I can count on Jeffrey Deaver to deliver hours of enjoyable diversion, either in print or on audio. Any time, that is, until now. In print, The Kill Room might equal Deaver's earlier works. I wouldn't know. I made the mistake of listening to the tale. And the new, multi-voiced narration of this work harms the story-telling so greatly, it surprises me that any audio producer would sacrifice his reputation by allowing it to reach listeners. Audio casting is remarkably bad. Rhyme is presented in a weak, petulant voice, undermining the gravitas that our disabled forensic investigator presented in early audiobooks (and films). Sachs is even worse, portrayed with a voice that is not serious and is almost flitty. All this is even more disappointing since previous narrators, including the great George Guidall and Dennis Boutsikaris, performed so outstandingly that they enhanced Deaver's work. Worse, something went wrong technically with the merging of these voices. You can hear that these two voices were not actually recorded at the same time and that Sachs was spliced into the overall audio. This is so jarring and so noticeable, it is unforgivable that professionals would not have corrected it before releasing the "finished" product. There are worse narrations in the Audible catalog, but none for such a high-profile, popular novelist. How did this happen? Narration aside, the plot is interesting and offers a few surprises. Rhyme continues to be developed nicely as a character, as does Sachs. This may not be Deaver's "A" game, but it isn't too far off the mark. In short, The Kill Room is worth a READ, but not a listen. This time, buy the BOOK. Multiple narrators = multiple things to hate Usually l love the diversion of a Lincoln Rhyme novel. The multiple narrators distracted from the story in this case. In particular I hated the voice for Amelia and the way her dialogue popped in and always sounded like it didn't flow. Primary narrator was fine but multiple voices did a disservice to a story that was already not one of my favorite in the series. How Bad Can it Get? Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not? Deaver should be a bit more diligent in picking the reader for his audio books. The latest "talent" left too much to be desired. His past readers/performers did a great job instilling the characters in my mind. This new genre of 3 readers is a joke. It makes it hard to listen to and hard to visualize.

The Snowman: A Harry Hole Thriller, Book 7 Audiobook by Jo Nesbo

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jo Nesbo) — Mon, 11 Jul 2011 03:15:27 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Snowman: A Harry Hole Thriller, Book 7 Author: Jo Nesbo Narrator: Sean Barrett Format: Unabridged Length: 14 hrs and 36 mins Language: English Release date: 07-11-11 Publisher: Random House AudioBooks Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 164 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Now a major film starring Michael Fassbender. 36 million books sold worldwide. The first snow will come A young boy wakes to find his mother missing. Their house is empty but outside in the garden he sees his mother's favourite scarf wrapped around the neck of a snowman. And then he will appear again As Harry Hole and his team begin their investigation they discover that an alarming number of wives and mothers have gone missing over the years. And when the snow is gone... When a second woman disappears it seems that Harry's worst suspicions are confirmed: for the first time in his career Harry finds himself confronted with a serial killer operating on his home turf. ...he will have taken someone else. Members Reviews: Gripping - Practically a horror novel Certainly a gripping, can't-put-it-down, finish-it-in-the-wee-hours book, but it's also almost a horror story. One more gruesome killing of a terrified woman, one more child with evil seething around him, and one more bout of Harry's horrific lapses into booze, and I'd have to put this one down as horror rather than mystery or crime. But the character development, the plotting, the pacing and the building of tension are all absolutely professional and highly impressive. On the down side, there are a few unnecessary clichés: the relatively incompetent and sexist underling male cop who looks askance at the new and more competent female cop. Has that one not been done enough yet? (Mind you, maybe it was still somewhat fresh back when the novel was originally penned!) And Harry's battle with booze. I am so tired of cops and detectives with a drinking problem. The only thing different about Harry's drinking is that it's horrible to read about - that one scene where he's already drunk and then goes home, opens a bottle of hard stuff and starts just draining it practically made me ill. But these are quibbles, really. I'll be reading more about Harry soon, I'm sure, since I've pretty much exhausted P. D. James, John le Carré and Stieg Larsson. On the unbelievability index, it rates about a 7 out of 10, especially toward the end, wehere things get a tad out of control, but that's about par for the course in cop/thriller/whodunnits, so no surprises there. Sean Barraett outstanding with the delivery of the story Brrrrr... Chillingly intricate plot plus superlative narration by Sean Barrett make this a thoroughly gripping listen. It the Audible equivalent of a "can't put it down" I loved it and was sorry when it ended. The anti hero is an attractive and fallible character who becomes an unwitting protaganist in his own case. Smashing stuff! Wonderful Norwegian serial killer thriller. The usual suspects: a flawed policeman, a devilishly clever serial killer and more twists and turns than you could shake a stick at. The setting is Oslo, the writing is superb, the story gripping, and the narration by Sean Barrett is excellent. If you enjoy the Wallander books, set in neighbouring Sweden you will probably love this too. pleasantly surprised never really been a fan of this type of story (thriller/whodunnit/airport-ish novel) - I decided to try it out because I had read some good reviews of the author.

Those Who Wish Me Dead Audiobook by Michael Koryta

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Michael Koryta) — Tue, 03 Jun 2014 17:23:21 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Those Who Wish Me Dead Author: Michael Koryta Narrator: Robert Petkoff Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 30 mins Language: English Release date: 06-03-14 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1064 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: The newest thriller from Michael Koryta, New York Times best-selling author. When 13-year-old Jace Wilson witnesses a brutal murder, he's plunged into a new life, issued a false identity and hidden in a wilderness skills program for troubled teens. The plan is to get Jace off the grid while police find the two killers. The result is the start of a nightmare. The killers, known as the Blackwell Brothers, are slaughtering anyone who gets in their way in a methodical quest to reach him. Now all that remains between them and the boy are Ethan and Allison Serbin, who run the wilderness survival program; Hannah Faber, who occupies a lonely fire lookout tower; and endless miles of desolate Montana mountains. The clock is ticking, the mountains are burning, and those who wish Jace Wilson dead are no longer far behind. Critic Reviews: "The Prophet is a relentless, heart-in-your-throat thriller about ordinary people caught in the middle of an extraordinary nightmare." (Dennis Lehane) "Elegantly written...Koryta shows great sensitivity in examining how each brother deals with these parallel tragedies." (Marilyn Stasio, New York Times Book Review "A delicious read, intricately woven, with characters who are impossible to forget. Michael Koyta excites and satisfies on every level." (Elin Hilderbrand) "Friday Night Lights meets In Cold Blood in this powerful tale...It's a brilliantly paced thriller that keeps its villains at a tantalizing distance, a compelling family portrait, a study in morality that goes beyond the usual black-and-white judgments, and an entertaining spin on classic football fiction. A flawless performance." (Kirkus, Starred Review) "Michael Koryta is an amazingly talented writer, and I rank The Prophet as one of the sharpest and superbly plotted crime novels I've read in my life." (Donald Ray Pollock) Members Reviews: 2 Creepy, Killer Brothers Make for Great Suspense Remember the two creepy villians in the Bond movie Diamonds Are Forever? Well the bad guys here aren't Mr Wint and Mr Kidd, they are the handsome, blond haired, blue eyed Blackwood brothers, but they are every bit as creepy, resourceful and deadly. Like the Bond movie, they carry on polite conversation with each other, in front of their victims, even while inflicting great pain. Certainly Koryta used the Bond villains as his inspiration, and it works exceptionally well. Since I started with the bad guys, it's important to note they wouldn't be near as creepy and terrifying without the superb reading of Robert Petkoff. His performance is nothing short of magnificent. Another aspect that makes this novel so interesting is the woodsmanship and wilderness training explained through the Mai character and hero, Ethan Serbin. This is a fast, suspenseful read! Those Who Wish Me Dead - Wish it was Longer What did you love best about Those Who Wish Me Dead? This was a really good fast paced adventure packed story. I would have like if it were a little longer. Characters were pretty fleshed out, enough for the story. Who was your favorite character and why? I think I liked Hannah the best. Her story came out little by little through out the book.

Mrs. Pollifax, Innocent Tourist Audiobook by Dorothy Gilman

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Dorothy Gilman) — Mon, 23 Jul 2012 05:14:41 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Mrs. Pollifax, Innocent Tourist Author: Dorothy Gilman Narrator: Barbara Rosenblat Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 07-23-12 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 375 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: In Dorothy Gilmans best-selling mystery series, loveable grandmother Emily Pollifax has captured the hearts of millions with her secret CIA missions. Mrs. Pollifax, Innocent Tourist whisks the gray-haired agent into a perilous web of intrigue that spreads across the drifting sands of the volatile Middle East. An old CIA friend, Farrell, must collect an inflammatory manuscript smuggled out of Iraq into Jordan. Farrell has a simple request for Emilyprovide cover during his trip to Jordan by posing as his fun-loving elderly cousin. But before the plane even lands, danger begins stalking the sprightly Mrs. Pollifax. Outwitting her wily opponents with her keen eye for the truth and her impeccable karate, Mrs. Pollifax is the lively senior citizen everyone dreams of someday becoming. Youll feel you know the aging spy and her colorful opponents personally with Barbara Rosenblats outstanding narration. Members Reviews: Mrs. Pollifax is my heroine I met Mrs. Pollifax when I was fourteen and spending the summer at my grandmother's. She had stacks of Reader's Digest Condensed Books collections. Mrs. Pollifax stayed in my memory, but I didn't pursue the relationship at the time. Years later I came across an audio recording at the library while I was looking for entertainment for an upcoming road trip. That's when I was introduced to Barbara Rosenblat, and my then thirteen-year-old daughter and I enjoyed the stories together. The Mrs. Pollifax audiobooks are among my very favorites. I used my audible subscription to collect them as they were added to the catalog, but only if they were narrated by Barbara Rosenblat. Mrs Pollifax is just a wonderful character. She lived a sheltered, domesticated life, and when she had fulfilled her role as wife and mother, realized that what came next in the established order of things was just busy work to cover the emptiness. She had never been encouraged to pursue her own interests or dreams, but now, with nothing to lose, she takes a leap, and the result is amazing. With most series, I am thoroughly bored with the main character by the third or fourth book. Not only did I love every one of these, but I have listened to them mulitple times (exceptions: story wise, the Second Thief was not my favorite, and I have never purchased Unveiled, as it was not narrated by Barbara Rosenblat). Mrs. Pollifax gives me hope for my own future now that my children are grown with children of their own. She demonstrates that there is always room for adventure, we just have to say "Yes!" Barbara Rosenblat's narration is oustanding, she inerprets the characters beautifully and each one is identifiable. She doesn't just read the story, she tells it. I have been known to listen to books just because I'm not sure what I really want, but there is one narrated by Rosenblat. Mrs. Pollifax at her best. Barbara Rosenblat, too As usual, this is an excellent Mrs. Pollifax book and Barbara Rosenblat does an excellent job of bringing her to life. Farrell is back and the usual quick mission becomes something more. They succeed, of course, beyond their wildest dreams and foil another plot in the process. Great series What did you love best about Mrs. Pollifax, Innocent Tourist? Absolutely loved this whole series. Narration was great except for the last book in the series. Loved the locations and the detailed description about the people, customs, and traditions.

Cut and Cover Audiobook by Kevin Hurley

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kevin Hurley) — Tue, 01 Sep 2015 12:14:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Cut and Cover Subtitle: A Thriller Author: Kevin Hurley Narrator: Paul Christy Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 19 mins Language: English Release date: 09-01-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 10 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: To most people, Maj. John Rexford is a retired marine living in the Catskill Mountains of New York on disability. Even John's girlfriend, Maggie, has no idea he's really a CIA spook recruited in Afghanistan and assigned to kill enemies on US soil. With exemplary skills in hand-to-hand combat and small-arms weaponry, John Rexford completes a string of successful kills, eliminating terrorists and their money supply in the New York metropolitan area. With the FBI hot on his trail for these illegal assassinations, John must find a way to stop an international team of explosives experts from destroying New York City's aqueducts, killing thousands with chlorine gas, and burning the five boroughs to the ground. During his mission John runs afoul of a high-level underworld assassin who uses his mastery of yoga to silently strangle his victims. When the assassin discovers John's one liability - his girlfriend, Maggie - John will have to make a terrible choice between her life and the capture of her abductor. This tightly scripted story begins with a terrorist plot and gradually turns into a clash between two professional killers, with the lives of both John Rexford and Maggie hanging in the balance. As the characters collide with deadly force on the streets of New York in Cut and Cover, the line between right and wrong blurs, long-standing loyalties are questioned, and no one is really sure, even if they succeed, what the final outcome will be. Critic Reviews: A resounding character study just as much as it is an action novel, and both are equally triumphant. (Kirkus Reviews) Members Reviews: Reluctant Spook Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not? The book was okay I enjoyed some aspects such as the creative assassination plots, but other than that I had a lot of trouble staying focused on the story. I wondered off frequently hoping the book would hurry up and end Would you be willing to try another book from Kevin Hurley? Why or why not? I am not sure at the present about listening to another book by Hurley What did you like about the performance? What did you dislike? Again the performance was a yawner Was Cut and Cover worth the listening time? Just the creative ways to kill that was the interesting part Entertaining story Good solid narration, fast paced and exciting story. Enjoyable. Found some parts hard to follow as there was a lot of jumping around but this didn't take too much from the experience.

Plain Jane Audiobook by Carolyn McCray

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Carolyn McCray) — Tue, 28 Apr 2015 16:41:42 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Plain Jane Subtitle: The Harbinger Murder Mystery Series, Book 1 Author: Carolyn McCray Narrator: Don Hoeksema Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 04-28-15 Publisher: Beacon Audiobooks Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 58 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Plain Jane: Brunettes Beware A Patterson-style thriller with a dash of Hannibal.... A city paralyzed by a serial killer stalking the night, taking a most gruesome trophy. The only thing standing in the murderer's way is an FBI profiler...recently released from a mental institution. Plain Jane combines the swift action of Patterson with the macabre of Harris. Just remember to keep the lights on when reading this one! Members Reviews: Just can't listen to this I don't mean to be rude, but the narration is horrible. The story might be interesting but I finally just stopped and removed this from my device. Not worth the frustration listening was causing. Voice choice I could not listen to this book, I can't stand the narrator's voice or the way he enunciates his words. Performance and story horrible! The man performing the characters in this book read like he had phlegm in the back of his throat the entire time! His character voices were laughable! I will never again listen to a book performed my him- not to mention the story was just as bad! Do not pass go! Turn back while you still have a chance! I want my money back! Narration Worst narrator ever. Mispronounced words. Story full of gratuitous sexual 'tension' distracting from what might have been a plot. 6 hours of my life I can't get back I hated the story. I hated the narration. I kept listening, hoping it would get better. It didn't.

Dishonorable Intentions Audiobook by Stuart Woods

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Stuart Woods) — Tue, 07 Jun 2016 21:28:56 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dishonorable Intentions Subtitle: Stone Barrington, Book 38 Author: Stuart Woods Narrator: Tony Roberts Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 52 mins Language: English Release date: 06-07-16 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 478 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Stone Barrington gains an adversary that he can't seem to shake in the electrifying new adventure from the number-one New York Times best-selling author. Stone Barrington's latest lady friend is full of surprises, both good and ill. A sensual woman with unexpected desires, Stone finds her revelations in the boudoir extremely agreeable. But on the other hand, she also has some unfinished business with a temperamental man who believes Stone is an intolerable obstacle in the way of his goals. In a cat-and-mouse game that trails from sun-drenched Bel-Air to a peaceful European estate and gorgeous Santa Fe, Stone and his friend remain just one step ahead of their opponent. But their pursuer is not a man who can stand to be thwarted, and tensions are mounting...and may soon reach the boiling point. Members Reviews: this was a romance novel, no mystery I haven't read Mr. Woods' Barrington books in awhile but at some point they have changed from detective mystery to cheesy romance. Very disappointing story line. Summary: Stone Barrington travels to fabulous locations, spends endless piles of money, has sex with beautiful women, is disappointed by one of said woman, and flies his private jet home where he is treated to a proper welcome by his dog (and butler, of course). Not His Best! The sex is getting a little kinky. The story was inane and the characters implausible. Not Woods quality Listened to 2 hours and had enough, used to enjoy the story line of a lawyer and a cop but now way out on left field. And describing a 3 way relationship in the bedroom.....come on Woods someone must be writing for you. Stone Barrington used to be a favorite of mine. Sure glad Audible allows returns for books like this. A fan of Stuart Woods no more I have thoroughly enjoyed the previous 28 Stone Barrington books I have heard on Audible. This was by far the poorest ! Stone has become a little unbelievable as a character. In the past a weak or obvious plot could be overcome by Stone!s persona. This is no longer true. I will look forward to the next book, even though I am starting to believe Stuart Woods best work is behind him. But, always a fan, and grateful for all his previous work. just plain awful. terrible story, plain and simple. not much the narrator could do with this piece of junk.

When Night Comes Audiobook by Dan Walsh

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Dan Walsh) — Tue, 18 Apr 2017 22:46:15 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: When Night Comes Subtitle: Jack Turner Suspense Series, Book 1 Author: Dan Walsh Narrator: Kirby Heyborne Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 23 mins Language: English Release date: 04-18-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 83 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Jack Turner comes back to Culpepper to give a series of lectures for his old history professor. Within days, he starts having bizarre experiences at night. Like he's traveling back in time, experiencing the epic events in his lectures firsthand. He has no control over these experiences and can't make them stop. Joe Boyd thought he'd left big-city crime back in Pittsburgh when he took a detective job in Culpepper, Georgia, a sleepy southern college town. His peaceful life ends when two students turn up dead in two weeks. The coroner is saying natural causes, but something doesn't add up. Rachel Cook, a teaching assistant at Culpepper, can't believe Jack is back in her life again. She's had a crush on him since she was 14, but Jack never knew. He instantly seems attracted to her, but she can tell that something is deeply troubling him. Watching all this from a distance is Nigel Avery. He's certain this experiment's about to unravel. It'll be his job to tie up all the loose ends when it does. Critic Reviews: "Though Walsh steps into a different genre, fans will not be disappointed. He continues to infuse historical facts into his books, bringing history to life in this character-driven tale. The pace quickens as events unfold, making it challenging for the reader to predict the twists and turns." (RT Book Reviews) Members Reviews: Excellent Debut Dan Walsh has previously written historical romantic novels with great pacing and unexpected plot twists.I have read a few and each is very good. This was his first venture into the murder mystery, thriller genre. I thought it was very well done. The book was hard to put down. Interesting characters... the author had you caring about their futures. The narrator was surprisingly very good. This was not a major publication so I was slightly apprehensive about the quality. But the performance was excellent. Voicing of the various characters was distinct and easily identifiable. I thoroughly enjoyed myself and look forward to listening to the next mystery novel by Dan Walsh! Not the author's usual style .... still great! We have loved all of Dan Walsh's books. While this is a different style for him, he proves he can meet the challenge. This book has his signature romance and humor and adds a lot of drama to the mix. The dream scenes were especially exciting. We are currently listening to the 2nd book and highly recommend them both! Awesome Book The characters & story line were believable & kept me wanting to keep reading. Can't wait to read the next book in the Jack Turner series. Weak hero What was your reaction to the ending? (No spoilers please!) The ending was very unexpected and also out of character for the conservative, thoughtful lead character. He suddenly became totally stupid! How could the performance have been better? The reader needed more energy throughout. Excellent You will really enjoy this book if you like history....in particular WW2. My hubby REALLY liked this book and it kept my interest throughout the entire 9 hours.

Through the Grinder Audiobook by Cleo Coyle

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Cleo Coyle) — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 22:24:45 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Through the Grinder Author: Cleo Coyle Narrator: Rebecca Gibel Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 09-15-11 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 854 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: There's trouble brewing at the Village Blend. Business is booming--but Clare's customers are starting to die. Soon after stopping at the coffeehouse, a regular jumps to her death in the subway. Or was she pushed? Detective Quinn is convinced that someone has an axe to grind, especially after the "suicide" of another female customer. Unfortunately, his prime suspect is Bruce Bowman--the new man in Clare's life. Bruce is the perfect blend of rugged good looks and potent personality. Too bad the women in his life keep turning up dead. Now Clare will risk her heart--and her life--to follow the killer's trail to the bitter end Members Reviews: Sit back and relax with a cup of coffee. Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? I would and I have loaned my copies to friends and finally gave the entire hardback collection to my local library. I have read most of these in paper version so it is nice to see that Audible is finally beginning to carry some of this type of light reading. Coyle's coffee house series follows a standard format but she always makes me laugh and I have learned a lot about coffee. If you have to have a book that you want to analyze and rip apart for style, deep story content and technical correctness then please do not bother to select this book. But if you want a light enjoyable listen while you relax, knit, sew, garden, etc. pick one up Coyle's coffee house books sit back and enjoy. Any additional comments? Now, Audible, how about the Tea Shop Mysteries by Laura Childs? Drayton is a hoot and all the characters would be a wonderful challenge to a narrator. Who is "The Genius"? This husband and wife team definitely writes one of the best cozy series going. The mystery is exciting and I learn more and more about coffee and New York with each continuing book. My favorite type of cozy! This is the second in the series and unlike some cozies, there is nothing repetitive or unnecessary within the story line. There is someone calling themselves "The Genius" pushing women to their deaths, making it look like a suicide. Meanwhile, back at The Village Blend coffee shop, finding interesting and deserving men to date becomes a topic in the shop. Clare, store manager and divorced from the store's owner's son, Matteo, is trying to monitor her grown daughter's dating choices. In doing so, the store hosts a social gathering where men and women can meet and match themselves with potential dates. While checking out men for her daughter, Clare meets her own "Mr Right", but her policeman friend warns her that this man is a suspect in these recent murders. Clare believes he's not the murderer and sets out with Matteo to find the real murderer. Suspense builds as we read the inner thoughts of "The Genius". Clare's relations continue with her divorced husband, cooking school student daughter, and meddling mother-in-law which is a fun story in itself. Clues point to a variety of people, with a shocking surprise in the end. Definitely will continue with this fun series! I'm still loving this series! I really enjoyed all the descriptions of the city. And of course as a coffee lover I like hearing the tidbits on how to make the perfect cup of Joe.

Subterranean Audiobook by James Rollins

biacuaduc@gmail.com (James Rollins) — Tue, 26 Jan 2010 22:30:20 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Subterranean Author: James Rollins Narrator: John Meagher Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs Language: English Release date: 01-26-10 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 482 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Travel to the bottom of the earth...to a place you never dreamed existed. Beneath the ice...a hand-picked team of specialists makes its way toward the center of the world. They are not the first to venture into this magnificient subterranean labyrinth. Those they follow did not return. Over the rocks...Across the yawning caverns...Beyond the Black River...You are not alone. Into the darkness...where breathtaking wonders await you - and terrors beyond imaging...Revelations that could change the world - things that should never be disturbed... At the bottom of the Earth is the beginning. Keep moving...toward a miracle that cannot be...toward a mystery older than time. Members Reviews: Great story, funny Ausrtalian accent This was my first James Rollins audio book and it won't be my last. The narration was very good with the exception of the "Aussie" accent, but it wasn't bad, more funny than anyhing else and easily forgiven. It's taken a while to find an author who is as engaging as Rollins in terms of the characters, and the story. The narrator can take a lot of credit for that as well, so all in all I'd happily recommend this to anyone that likes a Dean Koontz type of read. Entertaining. A Good Read I have read most of James Rollins books, and so I decided to give this older book a try and I wasnt disappointed. This was a gripping story which makes us wonder about the things that man has yet to explore and how it would affect each of us. James Rollins imagination is limitless no matter his subject. Not his best book, but by far an entertaining and thought-provoking read. Claustrophobics: Avoid this book! All other thriller-lovers might want to give this audiobook a listen ... especially since "Subterranean" is James Rollins first novel. As other reviewers have noted, this work does not show Rollins writing in his top form; but, rest assured, he keeps getting better and better. If, like me, you enjoy watching an author develop, then you should start watching Rollins with "Subterranean" ... unless you have claustrophobia. Claustrophobics should probably avoid Rollins altogether: Many of Rollins' novels take place under ground or underwater, in confined, dark spaces (not surprising, since Rollins is an amateur spelunker and scuba diver!). They provide plenty of thrills and chills for anyone with a moderate tolerance for far-fetched plots. Yes, "Subterranean" does postulate a slightly improbable scenario -- marsupial hominids (oops! Sorry, spoiler-haters.), undiscovered until now -- but, as Hamlet said, There are more things in Heaven and Earth, Horatio, than are dreamt of in your philosophy. In his subsequent novels, Rollins unfolds many other fascinating, unlikely-yet-possible speculations. If you enjoy Preston/Child, then you will, most likely, enjoy Rollins. As for the reader, John Meagher, I say: Give him a try. At first his tenor voice put me off a bit, I admit. However, he turns out to have pretty good acting skills; and, like Rollins, he gets better. I have to take the Australian reviewer's word for Meagher's unconvincing Australian accent (it sounded O.K. to me); but, hey, Australian accents are hard to do! Not a bad thriller, for a first novel. Always a good story Another success for Mr. Rollins. Enjoyed the listening and the narrator is ok once you get used to the tone of his voice. He does do a good job at keeping you interested.

Darkness Lurks Audiobook by J.L. Drake

biacuaduc@gmail.com (J.L. Drake) — Mon, 21 Dec 2015 10:26:51 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Darkness Lurks Subtitle: Darkness Series, Volume 1 Author: J.L. Drake Narrator: Tia Sorensen Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 12-21-15 Publisher: Limitless Publishing, LLC Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 82 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Emily McPhee has struggled to overcome her father's death.... It's not easy, but Emily finally has the life she wants. She's an A student at Orange University and has a comfortable home and a great circle of friends. She's also in love with handsome Orange PD officer Seth Connors. He doesn't seem to return her feelings, though, so she tells herself his friendship is enough. Jimmy Lasko is a psychopath, and Emily is his greatest obsession.... Lasko knows what he wants - what he deserves - and has the deadly skills and unending patience to get it. What he wants is Emily, and he is watching and waiting for the perfect opportunity to strike. That time is coming soon; he'll make sure of it. A sense of unease settles on Emily, but is the danger real or imagined? When Emily begins hearing noises and suspects someone has been in her house, Seth urges her to get a roommate. But after a search, she realizes a certain attractive cop would be the perfect choice, and Seth moves in. Seth loves Emily, but fears his feelings might make it difficult to protect her. In all areas of his life, Seth sees himself as a protector. He's determined to keep Emily safe, but he pushes the captivating blonde away in an attempt to stay objective. However, after her stalker makes a failed attempt to capture her, Seth can no longer deny his feelings. With help from Seth's police colleagues, he and Emily set out to identify the person hunting her before it's too late. But is it worth the risk to bait the trap with what he wants most? Members Reviews: Books great, narration flat. I want to start out saying that I am a big fan of J.L. Drake's books. I have read both series. Five stars for the books. They are well worth reading. I was looking forward to getting them on audio, but when I started listening to Darkness Lurks , I was very disappointed in the narrator. She lacks emotion. I could have turned on my Kindle's electronic reading and almost got as much emotion. Someone is stocking the heroine and you would have thought the narrator was telling you what she had for dinner. It had that much felling. I would have given the narrator a one star but I could not do that to the stories themselves, they are great. CAPTIVATING STORY; PAINFUL NARRATION! Is there anything you would change about this book? A new narrator. This narrator is painfully monotone. What did you like best about this story? This is the third series by J. L. Drake, and it's just as captivating as the first two--Broken Series and Blackstone Series. How did the narrator detract from the book? This is one of the most monotone narrations I have ever heard. These books deserve much better narration. If this book were a movie would you go see it? Yes overall good but narrator monotone Good book but narrator was not the best. She has a very monotone voice. The girl should sound like a girl. I had to take a break from the book Boring narrator This is a great book, however, narrator was extremely monotone. Slightly disappointed as I love this series. Very Bad Narrated I listened to whole Broken trilogy from J.L. Drake and absolutely loved. I decided to give a chance to this book and I can't tell I enjoy it. I finished it since I bought it but this book was so far the worse book I ever listened.

Daddy's Gone A Hunting Audiobook by Mary Higgins Clark

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mary Higgins Clark) — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 02:37:27 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Daddy's Gone A Hunting Author: Mary Higgins Clark Narrator: Jan Maxwell Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 3 mins Language: English Release date: 04-09-13 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 336 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: In this new novel by the #1 New York Times best-selling author Mary Higgins Clark, the reigning "Queen of Suspense", a dark secret from a family's past threatens the lives of two sisters, Kate and Hannah Connelly. When the family-owned furniture firm, including the mansion where priceless antiques are kept, explodes into flames in the middle of the night, Kate must escape to save her life. But the suspicious circumstances point to her involvement. Was the explosion set deliberately? Why was Kate, a gorgeous CPA for one of the biggest accounting firms in the country, on the premises at that hour? And why was Gus, a retired and trusted employee, with her? Now Gus is dead and Kate lies in the hospital gravely injured. Hannah, Kate's sister and a rising fashion designer, must discover what drew them there and what dangerous secrets lies hidden in the ashes. Step by step, in a novel of dazzling suspense and excitement, Mary Higgins Clark once again demonstrates the mastery of her craft that has made her books international best sellers for years. Daddy's Gone A Hunting presents the listener with a perplexing mystery and a fascinating cast of characters - one of whom may just be a ruthless killer. Members Reviews: An homage to Agatha Christie This book is a bit different from previous MHC novels but different isn't necessarily bad. I felt like this was an interesting twist on classic who dunnits. The book itself reminded me a lot of the Agatha Christie novel Taken at the Flood. Fans of either writer should give this book a shot. I liked it a lot and found myself trying to find a similar book to read after I had finished this one. Always a nice read Would you consider the audio edition of Daddy's Gone A Hunting to be better than the print version? As a busy mom being able to have the audio version of this book was great. I was able to listen on my commute to work, while doing housework and when getting ready to go to bed. Print versions are good, but being "read to" while doing mundane chores is way better! What other book might you compare Daddy's Gone A Hunting to and why? It is similar to Mary Higgins Clark's other books, but I own all of them, so I guess she is doing something right. Which scene was your favorite? Kate's experiences and flashes of memory while in a coma was interesting. Daddy's Gone Hunting Would you consider the audio edition of Daddy's Gone A Hunting to be better than the print version? I haven't read the print version. What other book might you compare Daddy's Gone A Hunting to and why? None What about Jan Maxwells performance did you like? She was good and did great job of using voice tones to describe the characters. Any additional comments? I gave the book 5 stars because I did enjoy it.The reader was good but the sentences were too long for the sentecnce to flow smoothly for any reader. Too much information was given at one time of the characters. More info could have been reveled as the story unfolded.There were too many characters with only a small role in the book but they too had too much history making it too "wordy". A bit disappointing compared to her other books. What didnt you like about Jan Maxwells performance? Her voices were awful, especially the older men. At one point she switched from an Irish accent to another voice mistakenly. Not the quality I was expecting at all.

Edge of Evil Audiobook by J. A. Jance

biacuaduc@gmail.com (J. A. Jance) — Tue, 08 Feb 2011 01:60:33 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Edge of Evil Author: J. A. Jance Narrator: Kris Faulkner Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 02-08-11 Publisher: Books in Motion Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 99 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Successful TV journalist Alison Reynolds' career comes to an abrupt end when top executives decide they need a "younger face". As if that's not enough, Ali discovers her media mogul husband is cheating on her: and her best friend from high school is missing. © J. A. Jance; (P)2006 Books in Motion Members Reviews: Light mystery This was an ok book--good for light reading between more serious suspense/mysteries. It is worth the credit but certainly not the best around. I have read quite a few of her books in another series which I think I like better but this one wasn't bad. It took me awhile to get used to the narrator ( I thought she was going to ruin it for me) but once I did , she was ok. Book 1 of new Jance series I've read all the Beaumont and Johanna Brady books over the years-especially liked Beaumont's tough gritty cop and if you haven't read these now somewhat dated stories, they are still worth perusing. I was interested in this new series and thought I'd try the first..and found it very enjoyable, written with Jance's usual tight plot intrigues and containing sufficient side story arcs to keep my interest as I recover from surgery..audio books are the best things for recovering in a nursing home where you share a room-can't sleep? Can't keep the light on all night? Get out the iPad and headphones and listen until you do fall asleep. I've already purchased books 2 & 3 in the series, even though there are negative reviews, I want to make my own mind up about it. Reviews to come. Elle in Oregon Not Bad I'm trying out new authors. Storyline not bad, some interesting characters introduced, I can't say I loved the book and couldn't put it down but it kept me intrigued . I would like to continue with the next book in the serious to be able to give a proper review. I do recommend giving this book a try if you are new to the author. Edge of Evil Great read and we'll performance. Also great start to a new series. Can't wait to start the next one. Very Enjoyable This is a very enjoyable story with well developed characters and plot. Jance does a good job of creating realistic characters in realistic situations. I look forward to reading the next book.

Conspiracy Game Audiobook by Christine Feehan

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Christine Feehan) — Wed, 12 Sep 2007 22:43:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Conspiracy Game Subtitle: Ghost Walkers, Book 4 Author: Christine Feehan Narrator: Tom Stechschulte Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 15 mins Language: English Release date: 09-12-07 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 786 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Christine Feehan's dynamic fusion of steamy romance, riveting suspense, and paranormal phenomena has made her books mainstays of the New York Times best-seller list. Critic Reviews: "Love and danger are a winning combination in Feehan's latest." (Booklist) Members Reviews: Excellent. If you are reading this book you must already have read the previous three and know they are good. This is a little of a spin off from the games because it has new characters but excellent all the same. My favorite so far is Night Games and Predatory Games. Supper Good !! Any additional comments? Conspiracy Game is the 4th book in the GhostWalker series and although it can be read as a stand alone story in terms of Jack and Briony as a couple I would strongly recommend reading the story in order to get the full enjoyment of the back story of the GhostWalkers. This is a series that I'm really enjoying and I'd highly recommend it to all fans of supernatural romance. Although I've loved all of the GhostWalker heroes Jack quickly became my favorite - he is one sexy alpha male! He is a man who keeps himself to himself, someone that even the other GhostWalkers are wary of and the only person he is close to is his twin Ken. There is a darkness inside him because of things he saw and did in his past but he is also has a soft centre and is very caring. He is frightened of his feelings for Briony and doesn't feel that he is good enough for her but when she turns to him for help he will do anything to protect her and keep her safe. Briony is the perfect heroine for him - she has grown up with 4 protective brothers and knows how to deal with a domineering alpha male. While she lets him get away with a lot she is definitely able to stand up for herself when she needs to. I really enjoyed the chemistry between her & Jack and also loved watching them both with Ken - I can't wait to read his story which is the next book in the series! The ongoing story with the GhostWalkers and the evil genius Dr Whitney is getting really interesting and I'm looking forward to seeing how things play out in the rest of the series. It is quite clear that Dr Whitney has been doing some major plotting and I'm not sure what the consequences will be for Lily and the others. Best Book!! Would you consider the audio edition of Conspiracy Game to be better than the print version? Just as good in both forms What does Tom Stechschutle bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? Tom's voice makes it feel like Jack is talking straight to you!!! Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? There were many. Any additional comments? I love this book! I have had to buy the book twice I have read it so many times. The audible book is GREAT!! I loved listening to this story. I am sure I will listen to this book many more times to come!! I love Feehan and I love the way Tom reads the stories. I also love that he has done the whole series. WONDERFUL You will love it from the beginning until the end and want more. Conspiracy Games Excellent book. I hope they will bring the rest of the series over... Conspiracy Game I read the book and could not wait for the audio, I was not disappointed. I love the "game" series, and love that audible promotes authors like Feehan.

All the Queen's Men Audiobook by Linda Howard

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Linda Howard) — Fri, 04 May 2012 16:34:14 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: All the Queen's Men Author: Linda Howard Narrator: Kate Forbes Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 28 mins Language: English Release date: 05-04-12 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 408 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: No one can get close to John Medina, the CIA's legendary Black Ops specialist who works in the shadows of the government's deadliest missions. He is a virtual invisible man, with no friends, many enemies, and a cloud of suspicion surrounding the death of his wife. And no one knows the dangers better than Niema Burdock. A sharp, steely-nerved communications expert, Niema and her husband, Dallas, worked side by side with Medina on an explosive mission that went tragically wrong. She could hear it all play out, horribly, on the radio: Dallas set off the detonators at John Medina's command - and found himself trapped in the crossfire. In a shattering blast, Niema's hope and her love were destroyed.... Now Niema has withdrawn to a quiet Intelligence position, and a safe - if predictable - existence that has helped her heal her scars from five years ago. And she never planned to see Medina again. But now John Medina needs her.... A French arms dealer is supplying international terrorist units, and John Medina must infiltrate his compound and crack the deadly ring. But only Niema can plant the undetectable bugs needed to nail the dealer - a feat that begins by going undercover and winning his trust. But when their careful strategy begins to crack, Niema and John take flight - and find their partnership sparking with an erotically charged, unquenchable electricity. In a world of deception, one thing is clear: John Medina has once again set Niema on a free fall into danger and desire - and one can't exist without the other. Critic Reviews: "A high-suspense romance.... Howard's trademark darkly sensual style and intense, layered plot will delight her fans." (Booklist) "Ms. Howard has made the character [of John Medina] irresistible.... A fascinating novel of suspense and sensual tension." (Rendezvous) "[A] sexy thriller.... Another explosive hit.... When it comes to mixing that perfect blend of romance and danger, Ms. Howard is unbeatable!" (Romantic Times) Members Reviews: Enjoyable enough, but not Howard's best Solid narration by Kate Forbes. Fair story. Nothing special, but not bad. I liked the scenes where John Medina (Tucker) was teaching self-defense to Niema Burdoch. There's explicit sex towards the end. The two protagonists did something very stupid, hanging around in France when danger clearly lurked. Linda Howard's "CIA Spies" series get lots of acclaim, but personally, I think they are half-baked. They didn't feel complete as a romance nor as a suspense thriller. The three books in the series, in order: 1. Kill and Tell. An old US Marine (retired) sent his "Sniper killbook" to his estranged wife and daughter. It contains evidence that would expose a corrupt senator. When said sniper is murdered, his daughter Karen turns to New Orleans PD detective Marc Chastain for help. A CIA agent (John Medina) gets involved because the bad guys also killed his father. Too much torrid sex in this one, but a decent plot. 2. All the Queen's Men (this book). Covert CIA agent John Medina (introduced in Kill and Tell) puts the sting on a deadly explosives operation, meanwhile putting the moves on CIA techno-geek Niema Burdoch. He's loved her for five years. We also learn that John Medina has a soft spot for Karen and Marc (book 1), keeping watch over them. 3.

Lie to Me Audiobook by Jess Ryder

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jess Ryder) — Wed, 19 Apr 2017 13:55:44 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Lie to Me Author: Jess Ryder Narrator: Lorraine Coady Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 04-19-17 Publisher: Bookouture Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 124 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: A gripping psychological thriller with a shocking twist! We're going to tell our story and then it will all stop and Mummy will be safe. You want Mummy to be safe, don't you? Three minutes. That's all it takes for Meredith's entire world to fall apart when she watches the videotape of her four-year-old self with Becca, the mother she's never known. Meredith can't believe what her eyes have seen. Yet what if her memory has locked away the painful reality of her childhood? Can there be any truth in the strange and dangerous story her mother forced her to tell on camera? The search for answers leads Meredith to Darkwater Pool, the scene of the murder of a young woman, Cara, over 30 years ago. What could possibly be the link between her mother and the victim? To find the truth Meredith must search through a past that is not her own. The problem is, she's not the only one looking.... A dark, compulsive psychological thriller that will keep you up all night. Perfect for fans of Paula Hawkins and Louise Jensen. Members Reviews: Unique premise held up by good storytelling! I enjoyed Lie to Me mainly for its characters. Each one, whether a minor player or one in a more "starring" role, was well-written to the extent that they all evoked some type of feeling In me, from minor dislike to sort of irritating, to "wow,she reminds me of myself!" Or noticing an appreciation for a good sense of humor. The story is told from different POVs, some positioned as historical to show the background - is there, after all, a lie? Who is behind the lie? And who is the liar trying to protect? Sometimes our actions have terrible consequences despite our best intentions and most fervent beliefs, those we would fight to the death for. So many things get tarnished over time that no one can put the shiny back into it. For some, no justice can be found. And throughout the plot is the undercurrent of mental illness, and misunderstandings about what happens to those who live with it and the people closest to them. Overall, well-done, highly readable and enjoyable. The characters often had a flair for the dramatic, not over the top, but appropriate to showcase how the mystery develops. I look forward to seeing more of Jess Ryder's work on Audible and I recommend "Lie to Me." Good story, Narrator was a bit distracting If you could sum up Lie to Me in three words, what would they be? Mysterious, Curious, and Intriguing Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How? I love a good mystery to solve in the present that has its roots in the past and when Meredith finds an old video tape in the loft she is drawn into an unsolved murder case that she has never heard of before. But as she watches her four year old self on the old VCR, she is shocked by the story her mother has coerced her into telling on camera and becomes determined to uncover the truth. What aspect of Lorraine Coadys performance would you have changed? My one problem was with the narrator there seemed to be background noise or heavy breathing something. It was a bit distracting. I found myself trying to figure out the noise. I wasn't a fan of the narrator.... although I'm not sure if it was the narrator of what it was. There was some type of noise going on and it drove me batty! Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? I loved the way I became very quickly wrapped up in this book.

Named of the Dragon Audiobook by Susanna Kearsley

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Susanna Kearsley) — Fri, 26 Feb 2016 09:33:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Named of the Dragon Author: Susanna Kearsley Narrator: Katherine Kellgren Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 02-26-16 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 427 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: The charm of spending the Christmas holidays in South Wales, with its crumbling castles and ancient myths, seems the perfect distraction from the nightmares that have plagued literary agent Lyn Ravenshaw since the loss of her baby five years ago. Instead she meets an emotionally fragile young widow who's convinced that Lyn's recurring dreams have drawn her to Castle Farm for an important purpose - and she's running out of time. With the help of a reclusive, brooding playwright, Lyn begins to untangle the mystery and is pulled into a world of Celtic legends, dangerous prophecies, and a child destined for greatness. Members Reviews: Not Kearsley's best The story dragged a bit, and the characters were marginally likeable. I was able to finish it, but kept waiting for something exciting to happen. My issue is that I had a hard time with the dream sequences, I struggled trying to determine if she was dreaming or not. Also, the main character didn't actually say many of her words aloud, but was thinking them and that was a little difficult to determine. The narration was terrible. In some scenes, she was yelling as if on a stage production. It was very off putting. She didn't do a good job distinguishing internal thoughts vs. external dialog. The accents were terrible. Sorry, I love Susanna Kearsley books, just not this one. Amazing story teller, she makes you want to step inside every single story The only problem I have with Susanna Kearsley is the amount of time I have to wait for another story! I've loved every single one and can't wait for the next. It's gotten so that I don't even read the "about" section and just flat out purchase it. Amazing story teller, she makes you want to step inside every single story. Not her best, but still a beautiful story by Kearsley I began reading Kearsley with The Winter Sea and have loved every book she's written since. Storytelling is truly her craft and you can tell each one is weaved with love and attention. This was no my favorite book by Kearsley, but it is still a lovely way to spend a few hours. Her characters grab me, and the lighthearted supporting cast balances what could be a dreary storyline. The twists and turn never really develop leaving the climax somewhat anticlimactic. I don't regret the purchase and will be purchasing whatever she puts out next. Katherine Kellgren is one of my favorite narrators. I get so easily sucked into her voice and often forget I am only listening to one person, she makes each voice so distinctive. That said, this was not her best either. I had to speed up the narration to feel comfortable listening. Too many pauses and lengthy descriptions. Still, enjoyed the book and think fans of Susanna and Katherine will too, even if this isn't their best showing. Not as good as Winter sea A nice story but slllloooow to start and not as much description of place as I'd hoped. I've liked others Susannah Kearsley books better. I ended up reading it and not listening to the audible. I found the English drawl a little much. They all sounded like Sloan Rangers and like every thing was a dreadful bore. I have read all of this author's books and wasn't as keen on this as some of the others. Mariana is one of my favorite books ever, I've read it numerous times. I needed more meat on the bones.

Dark Mountain Audiobook by Jeff Carson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jeff Carson) — Fri, 13 Oct 2017 12:31:46 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dark Mountain Subtitle: The David Wolf Series Author: Jeff Carson Narrator: Sean Patrick Hopkins Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 10-13-17 Publisher: Cross Atlantic Publishing Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 8 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Sometimes the past comes back to bite.... When a dead body is discovered stuffed inside a car trunk in the forest outside Rocky Points, Colorado, Chief Detective David Wolf finds himself involved in a case that will rock the local community. But as details emerge, the tension rises higher when it's clear the driver's last client was Tom Rachette, Wolf's loyal detective. Worse yet, Detective Rachette is no longer answering his phone. At the same time, Wolf gets a cryptic email that jars loose war memories he'd rather forget. And it soon becomes clear he must face his past head-on if he wants to save his friend from certain death. Meanwhile, Heather Patterson, Wolf's former detective who has since moved on from her days in the Sluice-Byron County SD, receives a cryptic message herself. She's left the department to forget brutal events that now have her cracking at the seams. But ready or not, she has no choice but to step back into the fire. Because the messages contain a lot of blood and demand two things: Find David Wolf and come now. Or he dies. This harrowing 10th installment of the David Wolf mystery-thriller series will keep you guessing until the very end. Join the adventure and watch Wolf and his friends as they're pushed to their physical, mental, and emotional limits untangling clues from the past and present so they might live to see another day. Members Reviews: As always All of the David Wolf stories have the gift of making you care about the characters. Good and bad. Other authors write good stories, some even Bette than Jeff but,,,, the characters are one dimensional. I always come away feeling like these are real people even though they are in a fictional world. If a movie is ever made please don't let them cast Tom Cruise as David Wolf. He already destroyed the reputation of Jack Reached. Great keep-you-up-at-night book Whether you're trying to figure out what's really going on, or racing to learn the outcome, or hoping to avoid nightmares... Dark Mountain is a thriller extraordinaire. Carson is a quality writer who crafts great stories, and he creates characters who leap from the pages to become friends or enemies. I read my first one of Jeff's books a couple years ago, liked it a lot, and then read and loved several more in the series. Then I got too busy with work, and I find I've got some catching up to do! I've missed several of David Wolf's adventures, so I'm hoping for enough downtime that I can read them, too, and fill in the gaps. Jeff Carson (David Wolf) just keeps getting better. I also preordered this book based on his 1st Chapter teaser. Was the wait worthwhile?? Hell Yes!! Without giving anything away, I can say this is the best Wolf story yet. From the first word to the last it keeps you guessing. I was disappointed at the end cause now I have to wait for the next one and wonder how it can get any better. One caution, dont start it if you have anything you want to get done soon. I started at 6am and finished at noon. I wonder if and how Jeff can follow with No. 11. Can it get any better?? Guess we have to wait and see. Great writing! Every book better than the last! Jeff Carson has done it again!!!!! You end up caring sooo much about his characters, they become family, especially if you have read all of his David Wolf series.

I'll Walk Alone Audiobook by Mary Higgins Clark

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mary Higgins Clark) — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 03:14:59 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: I'll Walk Alone Subtitle: A Novel Author: Mary Higgins Clark Narrator: Jan Maxwell Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 04-05-11 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 419 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: The queen of suspense is back! Mary Higgins Clarks new novel - the 30th and most spine-chilling of her long career as Americas most beloved author of suspense fiction - is about the newest and most up-to-date of crimes: identity theft. Who has not read about - or experienced - with a sinking feeling the fear that someone else out there may be using your credit cards, accessing your bank account, even stealing your entire identity. In Ill Walk Alone, Alexandra Zan Moreland, a gifted, beautiful interior designer on the threshold of a successful Manhattan career, is terrified to discover that somebody is not only using her credit cards and manipulating her financial accounts to bankrupt her and destroy her reputation, but may also be impersonating her in a scheme that may involve the much more brutal crimes of kidnapping and murder. Zan is already haunted by the disappearance of her own son, Matthew, kidnapped in broad daylight two years ago in Central Park - a tragedy that has left her torn between hope and despair. Now, on what would be Matthews fifth birthday, photos surface that seem to show Zan kidnapping her own child, followed by a chain of events that suggests somebody (but who, Zan asks herself desperately, and why?) has stolen her identity. Hounded by the press, under investigation by the police, attacked by both her angry ex-husband and a vindictive business rival, Zan, wracked by fear and pain and sustained only by her belief, which nobody else shares, that Matthew is still alive, sets out to discover who is behind this cruel hoax. What she does not realize is that with every step she takes toward the truth, she is putting herself - and those she loves most - in mortal danger from the person who has ingeniously plotted out her destruction. Members Reviews: I loved it - a Great read I had alot of chores to get done this weekend, and finished the book before all my chores were done. What a disappointment. It was a great story, just the way I like them, to the point, not stretching it out with unneeded descriptions. Highly recommend for a quick read that you can't put down. It's a case of who dunnit and you would never guess who. A real page turner, so to speak. fragile? For most of the book I found the main character to be a little dim witted and fragile. Her credit card has huge charges that she neglects to investigate? ? hmmmm Quick Read If you are looking for a quick read and a good story, this one fits the bill. Another fun Mary Higgins Clark listen A fun mystery which will keep you entertained. I thought I had figured out who the "bad guy" was but she had me fooled until close to the end. A nice, light mystery which isn't so scary that you have to leave all the lights on after listening! Unlikeable This book wasnt for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more? I don't know. Has I'll Walk Alone turned you off from other books in this genre? No, I am a long-time Mary Higgins Clark fan. I have read all of them and I will read new novels (not short story fan) as they come out. Would you be willing to try another one of Jan Maxwells performances? I like Jan Maxwell. She was not the problem. If you could play editor, what scene or scenes would you have cut from I'll Walk Alone? I would have made major changes. I would have insisted that the so-called heroine be a likeable person. She was whiney and narcissistic.

Singing in the Shrouds Audiobook by Ngaio Marsh

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ngaio Marsh) — Thu, 01 Oct 2015 22:41:45 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Singing in the Shrouds Author: Ngaio Marsh Narrator: James Saxon Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 10-01-15 Publisher: Hachette Audio UK Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 57 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: On a cold February night, the police find the third corpse on the quayside in the Pool of London, her body covered with flower petals and pearls. The killer walked away singing. When the cargo ship Cape Farewell sets sail, she carries nine passengers, one of whom is known to be the murderer. Which is why Superintendent Roderick Alleyn joins the ship at Portsmouth on the most difficult assignment of his professional career.... Critic Reviews: "Ngaio Marsh at her intelligent best." (Times Literary Supplement) "Superlatively good." (Sunday Times) "Astoundingly good...moments of pure hilarity set among moments of real fear. Masterly." (Daily Express) "Really excellent...a proper and classic detective story." (BBC) Members Reviews: Nicely diverting Improbable situation with Alleyne aboard a ship en route to South Africa trying to discover who among the peculiar little group of passengers is a murderer, if indeed one is. Of course, he figures it out, but we don't until we have had a very good time listening to a brilliant reader do all sorts of wonderful voices as we sail with our favorite sleuth from foggy London through the torpid tropics south. Ending was Meh It was not her best work. Characters were irritating, the setting underwhelming, and the ending fell flat. All this compared to her usual work. Still a good listen. Spoilt by the narration Where does Singing in the Shrouds rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? This was a different format for a marsh novel set almost entirely on board ship. Unfortunately the narrator over does all of the characters to the extent that it is almost pantomime. What did you like best about this story? The story is excellent and the end is a good twist Would you be willing to try another one of James Saxons performances? No Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? No Atmospheric but a bit obvious This was well narrated and built up an interesting atmosphere on the docks and on the boat where the action takes place. But, the story was a bit thin, so not one of my favourite Marsh novels. Good, but sound quality is a bit varied Shame the sound quality dips in an out, because generally James Saxon reads a good Inspector Alleyn. Probably an old recording, transposed to digital - could have done with some tweaking to iron out the variations in volume, and fuzzy quality to some of the reading. Story is up to Ngaio Marsh's usual standard.

Miracle Cure Audiobook by Harlan Coben

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Harlan Coben) — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 04:07:01 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Miracle Cure Author: Harlan Coben Narrator: Scott Brick Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 09-27-11 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 865 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Theyre one of the countrys most telegenic couples: beloved TV journalist Sara Lowell and New Yorks hottest basketball star, Michael Silverman. Their family and social connections tie them to the highest echelons of the political, medical, and sports worlds - threads that will tangle them up in one of the most controversial and deadly issues of our time. In a clinic on Manhattans Upper West Side, a doctor has dedicated his life to eradicating a divisive and devastating disease. One by one, his patients are getting well. One by one, theyre being targeted by a serial killer. And now Michael has been diagnosed with the disease. Theres only one cure, but many ways to die.... Critic Reviews: Coben adroitly applies the fundamental rules of thrillerdom (offer a raft of potential villains; keep the action moving at breakneck speed) in this highly entertaining novel...a page-turner! (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: This is an old book Though the publication date of this book is 2011, it was actually written 20 years ago. I am a big Harlan Coben fan, of his books, now. I am frustrated that I dumped a book credit on an old, not very good book. Caveat emptor on Audible. This has happened to me before. I need to get in the habit of checking other sources for the truth about these books. Harlan has honed his skills greatly over the years and I would recommend any of his Bolitar books. There is a reason this book was not published I like Coben but by releasing previously unpublished books he is eroding the quality that his fans have come to expect in his books. The blurb about this book does not mention that the deadly disease is AIDS. His arguments regarding AIDS research are old and trite and very much dated. The release date given by Audible is misleading. I was disappointed. Should have stayed in the drawer I really like Harlan Coben, but he should have let this early work stay in the drawer. The story was slow-paced and frankly, just not interesting. The forward tells the listener that some of the references in the story are dated, but the whole story is dated. Someone advised him incorrectly that this early work was worth publishing. It is just not up to current Harlan Coben standards. No...not good I talked myself into downloading this one after reading some other reviews...and it was BAD. First, the story is BAD....then - the writing/transitions/characters are BAD and finally, it had a BAD ending. Just not a good listen...disappointed. Like a teenager's first attempt Melodramatic, in both story and narration. Coban even apologizes for the book in his forward, and asks the reader to "be gentle." If he knew it was bad, why did he stoop to publishing something he wrote 20 years ago? Let me guess---he needs the money?

Hidden Falls Audiobook by Olivia Newport

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Olivia Newport) — Fri, 07 Feb 2014 19:22:08 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Hidden Falls Subtitle: Losing Quinn - Episode 2 Author: Olivia Newport Narrator: Rebecca Gallagher Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 02-07-14 Publisher: Barbour Publishing Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 62 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Hidden Falls - An Exciting New 13-Part Serial Novel from Shiloh Run Studios. Quinns gone. If his disappearance isnt prank, then what is it? Why? And where did he go? Sylvia is certain Quinn will reappear soon. Theres a good explanation, and the event can be saved. Quinn would never ruin this night. At least not willingly. So, did he leave against his will? As more time passes without Quinn, anxiety spreads and suspicions rise. Nicoles reporter nose smells something amiss, and her heart aches that Quinn might be in trouble. Somehow she must help the man who anchored her through her own troubles. Ethan knows he ought to stay and help, too - and find out what the cryptic note from Quinn was about. But he cant let the shadows of his past cost him his promising future. Long ago, Ethan and Nicole both quit dreaming they could ever reconcile, but as they cross tentative paths once more, will they allow themselves a chance to at least reminisce? Dont miss a single episode. Members Reviews: Hidden Falls Enjoyed the storyline. I like the voice of the narrator. Good book for every age. great listen... couldn't stop! Great for night, day or anytime! wish the episodes were longer in length but overall absolutely great!!! Wish there was more I am loving this story, it's narration is amazing and the suspense, plot, and story line are great. what I don't like is that the book only has 9 chapters, then you have to buy another episode, first I've ever hear of, buying a book in chapters. seems like a scheme to get more money that way. it's to bad I really like the story, I don't think I can afford to read the whole series.

Pocket Dial Audiobook by Sandy Magner

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sandy Magner) — Wed, 17 Jan 2018 10:49:18 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Pocket Dial Author: Sandy Magner Narrator: Sandy Magner Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 01-17-18 Publisher: Sandy Magner Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: "Are you scared now, Tommy?" After two failed marriages, Jennifer has finally found her happy ending with Dylan Jagger. Young, handsome, and sensitive, Dylan is everything Jennifer has ever dreamed of...until the day that an untimely pocket dial causes her to overhear Dylan roughhousing with a child. When the child turns up dead, Jennifer is swept into a web of lies, mistrust, and the greatest moral dilemma of her life: should she stay silent, or betray her newfound love by telling the police what she heard? Members Reviews: Fun book to read Fun book to read. Short enough that I read it on the beach in a day... although it made me non-social but I was sucked in!! Perfect book for a flight! This was a fun, quick read that kept me entertained and laughing on a 6 hour flight from NY to LA! Would be a great summer beach book, or for those winter days when you just want to curl up with a light read. This is a page-turner, for sure! A fun mystery with a lot of psychological insight Initially didn't want to read this mystery because it focused on a child's death...but found this story more about the character and her journey through life's trials & tribulations. A fun mystery with a lot of psychological insight! Five Stars Absolutely riveting. I hope there is a sequel. A Pocket Dial to Remember Book Description "Are you scared now, Tommy?" After two failed marriages, Jennifer has finally found her happy ending with Dylan Jagger. Young, handsome, and sensitive, Dylan is everything Jennifer has ever dreamed of...until the day that an untimely pocket-dial causes her to overhear Dylan roughhousing with a child. When the child turns up dead, Jennifer is swept into a web of lies, mistrust, and the greatest moral dilemma of her life: should she stay silent, or betray her new-found love by telling the police what she heard? My Thoughts This was an enjoyable book and was perfect vacation reading. I had never heard of this author, but the book title caught my eye. Who hasnât inadvertently made or received a call due to a pocket dial? Kudos to the author for writing an interesting and engaging story with characters that made me care what would happen next. I am a no spoiler type person, so if the book description intrigues you, I would suggest you give this author a try. I received a digital copy of Pocket Dial in exchange for an honest review.

Robert B. Parker's Kickback Audiobook by Ace Atkins, Robert B. Parker - creator

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ace Atkins) — Tue, 19 May 2015 02:15:26 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Robert B. Parker's Kickback Author: Ace Atkins, Robert B. Parker - creator Narrator: Joe Mantegna Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 05-19-15 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 340 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: P. I. Spenser, knight-errant of the Back Bay, returns in this stellar addition to the iconic New York Times best-selling series from author Ace Atkins. What started out as a joke landed 17-year-old Dillon Yates in a lockdown juvenile facility in Boston Harbor. When he set up a prank Twitter account for his vice principal, he never dreamed he could be brought up on criminal charges, but that's exactly what happened. This is Blackburn, Massachusetts, where zero tolerance for minors is a way of life. Leading the movement is tough-as-nails Judge Joe Scali, who gives speeches about getting tough on today's wild youth. But Dillon's mother, who knows other Blackburn kids who are doing hard time for minor infractions, isn't buying Scali's line. She hires Spenser to find the truth behind the draconian sentencing. From the Harbor Islands to a gated Florida community, Spenser and trusted ally Hawk follow a trail through the Boston underworld with links to a shadowy corporation that runs New England's private prisons. They eventually uncover a culture of corruption and cover-ups in the old mill town, where hundreds of kids are sent off to for-profit juvie jails. Members Reviews: Thanks Ace. Ace has the Spenser act down and only Joe's voice can be Spenser. This is one of my favorite Spenser stories. A GOOD ROBERT PARKER WANNA BE I like the Spencer series and have read most of them. Ace Atkins does a good job. I feel as if the glib Spencer is becoming of a parody of the original. too much glib, not enough strait line for me. I think it detracts from a good story. The humor benefits from being in balance and not the main event. The story was good, but so much "personality" detracts from creating some depth and drama. This will not keep me from continuing with the series. I enjoy the non horrific and entertaining nature of these mysteries. I listen alot at night and don't want to have bad dreams. Really enjoyed this What made the experience of listening to Robert B. Parker's Kickback the most enjoyable? I have always been a Spenser fan, I am so glad Ace Atkins has been able to keep the character alive Spenser and Hawk are always entertaining! A good story very close to Robert Parker's style. Sixkill is good but you can't beat Hawk! It was a pleasant surprise to find a new Spenser book. Vintage Spenser Robert Parker lives in the prose of Ace Atkins and the voice of Joe Montegna. They have Spenser captured to perfection. The "he saids" are still there but in much less number. You get the style without the aggravating repetition which was only emphasized in listening to the books being read. Joe handles this masterfully. Five stars all the way.

Where Are You Now? Audiobook by Mary Higgins Clark

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mary Higgins Clark) — Sat, 15 Nov 2008 07:57:21 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Where Are You Now? Subtitle: A Novel Author: Mary Higgins Clark Narrator: Jan Maxwell Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 11-15-08 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 238 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Mac's sister Carolyn is now 26, a law school graduate, and has just been hired as an assistant district attorney in Manhattan. She has endured two family tragedies -- her brother's inexplicable disappearance, and the loss of her father. Realizing that neither she nor her mother will ever be able to have closure and get on with their lives until they find her brother, she sets out to discover what happened to Mac, and why he has found it necessary to hide from them. Her journey into the world of people who willingly disappear from their own lives leads her to learn about others who may or may not still be alive, and ultimately to a deadly confrontation with someone close to her who suddenly becomes an enemy -- and cannot allow her to disclose his secret... Members Reviews: Where are you now? I have read or listened to every book she has ever written, even co-written. This was my all time favorite! Could not stop listening, she is brilliant. Outstanding suspense mystery! Where Are You Now? was released in 2008 soon after Mary Higgins Clark's 80th birthday. This wonderful suspense thriller is as good of any of her earlier novels. The publisher's summary gives a good synopsis of the story, so I will nor repeat it here. Narration is excellent. Predictable The good narration and likable heroin make an otherwise utterly predictable mystery tolerable. You know theres a problem when you can guess the killer the moment the character first appears in the story. There were a few enjoyable surprises along the way, but with so many points of view and so many characters, it was hard to keep track of everyone. No matter, in the end the killer was exactly who I thought it was. Oh well, this made for a pleasant enough diversion once I just decided to go with it. But if youve read this author before and are familiar with her formula, then youll likely guess the killer as well. Why can't I ever guess the end? I really enjoyed her book like I do all her novels. There is some heart ache in it but also a happy future. Great character development with out laboring over details. Still the Queen of modern day suspense Great read Great ending. I did not see it coming. Will find more of Mary Higgins Clark books to read.

Downfall Audiobook by J. A. Jance

biacuaduc@gmail.com (J. A. Jance) — Tue, 06 Sep 2016 18:31:41 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Downfall Subtitle: A Brady Novel of Suspense Author: J. A. Jance Narrator: Hillary Huber Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 09-06-16 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 457 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Arizona sheriff Joanna Brady returns in this outstanding new mystery set in the beautiful desert country of the Southwest. With a baby on the way, sudden deaths in the family from which to recover, a reelection campaign looming, and a daughter heading off for college, Cochise County Sheriff Joanna Brady has her hands full when a puzzling new case hits her department, demanding every resource she has at her disposal. Two women have fallen to their deaths from a small nearby peak, referred to by Bisbee locals as Geronimo. What's the connection between these two women? Is this a case of murder/suicide, or is it a double homicide? And if someone else is responsible, is it possible that the perpetrator may, even now, be on the hunt for another victim? Members Reviews: J.A. Jance at her best. It is great to have another Joanna Brady story after such a long break. This series was my introduction to the writings of J. A. Jance and I like this series more so than her other three series. Brady has suffered the death of her mother and step-father. They were killed by a freeway sniper. Their funeral has not been held yet and Joanna faced the double homicide of two young women at the base of Geronimo Peak near Bisbee. Joanna investigates these deaths to determine cause and find out whodunit. She uncovers a kidnapping, a pedophile and domestic abuse during her investigation. Then another murder occurs on the golf course; Joanna has her hands full. The last part of the book was impossible to stop reading until the end, the suspense had me on the edge of the chair. It is great to have Frank Montoya back. In earlier books he was Joannas right- hand man. He quit to become the Chief of Police of Sierra Vista. Now Joanna and Frank are working together because they are sharing jurisdiction also with the FBI. We have a new character, FBI special agent Robin Watkins. I am enjoying the new Cochise County Medical Examiner, Dr. Kendra Baldwin. With all the murder investigations going on Joannas life goes on. She is pregnant, running for re-election as Sheriff and has the usual family and Sheriff department problems. The book is well written. The pace is fast. The plot twists and turns. Jance is superb at capturing human emotions from humor to fear, as well as sorrow and anger. The suspense builds throughout the story as Joanna questions everyone and finds maybe the trust of longtime friends are in question also. Jance is a master story teller. I cannot wait for the next Brady story. Hillary Huber does an excellent job narrating the book. She is an award winning audiobook narrator. Whew! Just finished listening, and I have to admit, I pretty much cried through the whole thing. No spoilers, but we lose one of the most colorful of the standard characters -- more than one, actually. And that was sad enough -- funny how you get attached to these fictional people, after living with them through what, 17 books? But they have come to seem like real people, or at least they do, when the author is someone as talented as J. A. Jance. And sad though it was to lose them, what compounded it all was the amount of reflection other characters did, about them, their impact on their lives, and many little re-telling of stories we remember about them from books past.

Shattered Audiobook by Karen Robards

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Karen Robards) — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 13:57:26 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Shattered Author: Karen Robards Narrator: Susan Ericksen Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 25 mins Language: English Release date: 03-23-10 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1388 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: The past is never over. It just gets dusty. Lisa Grant was a rising star in a prestigious law firm in Lexington, Kentucky, when the firm went bankrupt and she lost her job. With an ailing mother to care for, she takes the first job she can find: research assistant to District Attorney Scott Buchanan. Scott is as disagreeable as he is sexy, and Lisa suspects the only reason she got the job was Scotts fond feelings for her mother, who treated him well when he was just a farmhand on the Grants large horse farm while Lisa was growing up. After she misses an important court date, Lisa doesnt get any special treatment from Scott. As punishment, he sends her to organize cold-case files in the basement of the courthouse. What Lisa expects to be a mind-numbingly boring task turns into anything but when a missing-persons case draws her attention. The details of the case are engrossing: an entire family father, mother, and two children disappeared without a trace more than 28 years ago. Except thats not all: the mother in a photo Lisa finds could be her own twin. Before Lisa can learn more, a series of catastrophes strikes close to home, and she realizes that finding the photo has put her in terrible danger. Determined to uncover the truth, she confides in Scott, and their relationship develops into something beyond that of employer and employee. Together they unravel a terrifying web of criminal connections that could shatter what Lisa knows of her past. And its clear someone will go to shocking lengths to make sure certain secrets stay hidden. Critic Reviews: "Robards proves once again to be a master of romantic suspense, creating likable characters and an intriguing, well-paced, and nail- biting plot." (Booklist) Members Reviews: I Managed to Finish Listening This book would be much better if it had been edited to half its length. There is far too much extraneous stuff, especially about what Lisa is thinking, feeling, and/or how her breathing is quickening. Come on! I'd like to know if any real person would be as aware of her every emotion, feeling, or quivering as Lisa seems to be. In fact, the character of Lisa, in spite of all the feedback about her response to everything, is not really well developed. I suspect that the author wants Lisa to come across as a strong, appealing woman. I came away feeling that I knew too much about Lisa's responses and not enough about what kind of a person she is. The character of Scott could use some rewrite as well. Rude and manly don't do it. There needs to be more to make the reader want to root for Scott to win over Lisa. Then there's the plot or lack of it. When I read the reviews of this book, I thought the plot line had tremendous potential. When I got through the book, I thought that there has to be a better way to develop the plot. I am still confused about how some of the plot is supposed to have taken place. I would not have bothered reading this book had I known how boring it would be. I hung in there just to find out how the author would explain the mysteries. It was very unsatisfying. Would give it 10 stars if I could! This is one of the best books I have listened to on audible in a long time. The story is fantastic and the chemistry between the two main characters, Scott and Lisa is amazing! Narrator did a great job too.

Not a Penny More, Not a Penny Less Audiobook by Jeffrey Archer

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jeffrey Archer) — Tue, 01 Jul 2014 01:32:06 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Not a Penny More, Not a Penny Less Author: Jeffrey Archer Narrator: John Lee Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 32 mins Language: English Release date: 07-01-14 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 170 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Jeffrey Archer is at his captivating best in this, his first novel, an intricate tale of deceit, dishonor, and sweet revenge. What can an Oxford don, a respected society physician, a chic French art dealer, and a charming English lord have in common? Very little, except they've all been swindled out of every cent they had by Harvey Metcalfe, the man who wrote the book on international stock fraud. They haven't a prayer of ever seeing their money again. Or have they? Members Reviews: So so. Not a terrible book. It's main problem is that it is dated. The revenge plots could have only worked in the 1970s and in today's information age, it is no wonder that readers not familiar with the 70s find them convoluted and improbable. Poor narration doesn't help the story either. Finally, there is a great plot twist at the end of the book but the author chooses to do absolutely nothing with it. On the plus side, the book did fill some time but that is about as enthusiastic as I can get. Convoluted schemes and name brand dropping I like revenge stories and had particularly enjoyed Archer's A Prisoner of Birth, but this was very disappointing. So much of it was just name brand dropping in a way that had little or nothing to do with the plot. Some of the Amazon reviews said that the plot was "unbelievable" or "too coincidental" but I expected that, since typically a revenge novel is meant to be a bit over the top. However, nobody hit on the right description: "unnecessarily convoluted;" full of complicated schemes that would make sense in a caper movie but not when you are listening to them, particularly because of the great deal of padding. Not completely awful, some fun parts, but you might want a hard copy for a skim- through beach read instead of an audible version. Fantastic story I can see why he is so well regarded. My second book by the author and it was a joy to read. The character descriptions are always great, something that Archer excels at. Pace great. Just long enough. Narration was great too. A terrific story Another wonderful story with all the twists and turns one has come to expect from Jeffrey Archer. Tripe Looking for a popular author, I thought it time to try Jeffrey Archer. I realise this was his first novel and I'm sure his writing skills improved with experience, but I have to say I could this banal and pretentious. I was happy to drift a long with the plot until I realised that the actions of the protagonists began to tell me more about the character of the author than the quality of the writing. I could go on, but I don't want to add any spoilers. I won't be reading or listening to any more novels by this author. No problems with the narrator - can't blame the cast for a terrible script.

Darkness Falls Audiobook by J.L. Drake

biacuaduc@gmail.com (J.L. Drake) — Wed, 18 May 2016 14:20:05 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Darkness Falls Subtitle: Darkness Series, Book 3 Author: J.L. Drake Narrator: Tia Sorensen Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 05-18-16 Publisher: Limitless Publishing, LLC Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 47 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: More than a year after her ordeal, Emily McPhee finally feels safe. Emily's psychological scars are healing. Things are great between her and OPD Officer Seth Connors, and her biggest problem is the X-rated Halloween decorations her best friend Pete has placed all around her house. If only it would stay that way. Seth senses something isn't right, but he doesn't know where the danger is coming from or why. He's sure Emily's neighbor, Travis McKay, is hiding something, and the man pays way too much attention to Emily. To make things even more complicated, a new female officer appears to have her sights set on Seth, and fellow officer Alexander Avery has some sort of connection to a mysterious brothel employee. Seth has a feeling all these odd things are somehow connected - but he knows he's missing a huge piece of the puzzle. Pull at a thread and everything unravels. Emily's mother shows up with a surprise and a dirty plan to force her to sell the family home and Seth's father is proven to be the deceitful monster Seth always believed him to be. Lasko's tainted past and twisted family ties turn out to be more complex than they ever imagined. Every lie has a consequence, and Seth and Emily need the truth. In order to escape with their lives and their love intact, they must answer one critical question: Who is the real target in this deadly game? Members Reviews: Love, love, love this series Would you try another book from J.L. Drake and/or Tia Sorensen? J. L. Drake, definitely. I have all of her books, even the ones not available in audio. I have listened to and read each one several times.Tia Sorenson's monotone narration almost ruins the story. Would you be willing to try another one of Tia Sorensens performances? Absolutely not! Was Darkness Falls worth the listening time? Absolutely! And I will listen to the series again and again. Keeps you in suspense Wow. The Darkness series will keep you guessing! But the Broken Trilogy is still my favorite Such a good story but The reader needs to change her voice better to divid up the characters ... ex specially in book one it was ok, but not as good as the first series. I liked a lot of the twists and turns, so it kept me reading, but there was a lot of unnecessary drama that sometimes drive me crazy, and made me want to give up on it, but I was so invested by this point that I keep on with it. it was just ok in my opinion. 2nd listen good as the 1st This author is one of my favorites. Been through Broken and Darkness trilogies twice. Would love it if Honor & Escape would be released in audio also. Waiting for more books which will be automatic download for me!

The Chessmen: The Lewis Trilogy Audiobook by Peter May

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Peter May) — Tue, 05 Apr 2016 22:51:17 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Chessmen: The Lewis Trilogy Author: Peter May Narrator: Peter Forbes Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs Language: English Release date: 04-05-16 Publisher: Quercus Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 263 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Marilyn Stasio in The New York Times raved, "Peter May is a writer I'd follow to the ends of the earth." Among the many honors received, The Blackhouse, the first novel in May's acclaimed Lewis trilogy, won the Barry and Crime Thriller Hound awards. Now, with The Chessmen, Peter May gives us a dramatic conclusion to his award-winning Lewis trilogy. Living again of the Isle of Lewis, the ex-detective inspector Fin McLeod is working as a security officer for a local landowner. While investigating illegal activity on the estate, Fin encounters elusive poacher and former childhood friend Whistler Macaskill. But while Fin catches up with Whistler, the two witness a freak natural phenomenon - a "bog burst" - that spontaneously drains a loch of its water, revealing a mud-encased light aircraft with a sickeningly familiar moniker on its side. Both men immediately know that they will find inside: the body of Roddy Mackenzie, a friend whose flight disappeared more than 17 years before. But when Whistler's face appears to register something other than shock, an icy chill of apprehension overtakes Fin. What secret has Whistler been hiding from him and everyone else on the island? Fin is unprepared for how the truth about the past will alter the course of the future. Critic Reviews: "This intriguing story alternates between the present, the past, and the distant past, skillfully introducing all of the characters and motives that will play an integral part in the solution of the mysteries. It is powerfully written, both in the descriptions of the barren landscape and the complicated and constantly changing relationships of the primary people involved." (Mystery Scene Magazine) "Peter May is a writer I'd follow to the ends of the earth." (Marilyn Stasio, The New York Times) "Poetic...the atmosphere is altogether magical." (Kirkus Reviews) Members Reviews: Fanastic-but where is the first book? If you could sum up The Chessmen: The Lewis Trilogy in three words, what would they be? I have only red 2 books in the trilogy because audible, inexplicably, only has 2 and 3 in English. The first book is only available if German (WTH?). That said, the 2 books I have read are utterly engaging and impossible to stop listening to. You will be okay not listening to the first book and diving right into book 2. What did you like best about this story? The mosaic of past and present coming together. What does Peter Forbes bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book? EVERYTHING!!! You heart breaks right along with each and every character. A masterpiece. Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry? If you have known anyone with dementia, it will make you sad during those parts of the book. Any additional comments? WHERE IS BOOK NUMBER 1? Why do you only have it in German?? What a fantastic trilogy Chessmen was well worth the wait. Peter May writes so you feel like you are on the island and that you have known the characters all your life. He interweaves the childhoods of his characters with their "present day" adult lives allowing you to feel like these are people you grew up with. He is a fantastic story teller. The characters are flawed and yet likeable. Very worth the time to listen. I could not tun it off.

Extremis Audiobook by Barry Eisler

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Barry Eisler) — Wed, 15 Jan 2014 09:55:22 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Extremis Subtitle: John Rain, Book 5 Author: Barry Eisler Narrator: Barry Eisler Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 56 mins Language: English Release date: 01-15-14 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 556 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Even for an average citizen, a love triangle is dangerous business. For assassin John Rainn - "one of the most compelling lead characters in the genre" (USA Today) it's going to be downright deadly. When Rain learns that his former lover, Midori, has been raising their child in New York, Rain senses a chance for reconciliation, perhaps even for redemption. But Midori and the child are being watched by Rain's enemies, and Rain's sudden appearance puts them in terrible danger. To save them, Rain is forced to use the same deadly talents he had been hoping to leave behind. With the help of Tatsu, his one-time nemesis in the Japanese FBI; and Dox, the former Marine sniper whose good ol' boy persona masks a killer as deadly as Rain himself, Rain races against time to bring his enemies into the open and eliminate them forever. But to finish the job, he'll need one more ally: Mossad operative Delilah, a woman for whom Rain's hopes with Midori represent an altogether different kind of threat.... Members Reviews: Superb Book! In 2012 and 2013 Barry Eisler republished the first six novels in his John Rain series with new titles. Extermis, John Rain Book 5, was originally titled The Last Assassin. Extremis is one of Eisler's best novels and is a auperb action thriller. It is filled with action and suspense. It also shows more than any other book in the series the humanity and the emotional side of John Rain. I love this book and recommend it without qualification. Earlier books in the series provide some helpful background on Rain, Dox, Madori, Dalilah, ,and other characters, but Extremis provides sufficient background that reading the earlier books in the series is unnecessary. When Eisler retitled the books, he also changed the narrator of the audiobooks to himself, an excellent improvement. Eisler is a big name author of thrillers. He and other authors including J. A. (Joe) Konrath were leaders in the movement toward self publishing. All lovers of reading owe them a debt of gratitude for reducing the cost of books at retail. Previously unknown authors who could not get published, such as the superb British author Mark Dawson, owe them an even larger debt. Thank you Barry! Love The Angst in Rain If you could sum up Extremis in three words, what would they be? Exciting, compelling, and sad. What was one of the most memorable moments of Extremis? When John returns to New York to save Midori only to be confronted at the airport by two thugs. Hope did they know? He disposes of them only to be turhed away by Midori. When he realizes what has happened to,his carefully constructed but impossible dream, it is sad. Then he returns to find his friend dying. The ending gives hope though. Which scene was your favorite? The one where it dawns on him that there is life and it is up to him to find it. Dox and Delilah are waiting. If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be? Assassins are human. Check Out Rains. Any additional comments? I love Barry Eisler's narration. Every book BARRY writes is Excellent! Barry is superb. His stories are involved and interesting. I love reading books where I learn something. He intertwines real life events and gives you a real flavor of the country and people.

Sleep Tight Audiobook by Anne Frasier

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Anne Frasier) — Thu, 03 Mar 2016 10:45:40 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Sleep Tight Author: Anne Frasier Narrator: Hollis McCarthy Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 03-03-16 Publisher: Theresa Weir Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1023 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: An FBI profiler recovering from a gunshot wound finds herself pitted against a serial killer whose violent history has ties to her own tragic past. FBI agent Mary Cantrell has been called to Minneapolis to hunt down a killer. It's shaking her to the core, and reviving dreadful memories. Years ago, her best friend was murdered. Now the man convicted of the crime, Gavin Hitchcock, is free, and Mary's own sister Gillian, a local cop, has befriended him. As each clue leads them closer to Hitchcock, Mary and Gillian set themselves up as the perfect target - and the perfect trap. Unless Mary's own past is blinding her to an unimaginable truth...and plunging her into a waking nightmare. Members Reviews: Great except for the Narration I enjoyed the book but the way the Narrator would draaawww out some words, made crazzzzzyyyyy Needs new narrator I have bought and enjoyed several books by this author but this narrator's voice goes up and down like a game show host's voice. Very distracting. Loved it! I absolutely loved this book. I am now an instant fan of this author. I "read" this book via audiobook and could not stop once I got into the story, by the time the tale was told the sun was coming up. The plot is so intriguing and really keeps you guessing with unexpected twists while giving you real insight into the characters. I was totally happy with the ending, especially the WOAH portion of the ending. Once you get to that Ah-ha moment you can recall the breadcrumbs that the author has artfully laid for us to follow as the story progressed. The narrator did a wonderful job and I look forward to more from both this extremely talented author as well as this narrator that brings even more life to a spectacular story. This narrator is terrible I couldn't even finish it. this narrator is terrible. I believe she also read a book called furious, which was also terrible. she has really awkward speech patterns that take you out off the story, like a less charming Christopher Walken. Great story, terrible narrator Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? Yes with a warning of how the reader is not up to par. How did the narrator detract from the book? Narrator had awkward pauses, and loud breathes.

The Devil's Daughter Audiobook by Katee Robert

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Katee Robert) — Tue, 24 Jan 2017 20:59:13 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Devil's Daughter Subtitle: Hidden Sins, Book 1 Author: Katee Robert Narrator: Carly Robins Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 01-24-17 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 197 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Growing up in a small town isn't easy, especially when you're the daughter of a local cult leader. Ten years ago, Eden Collins left Clear Springs, Montana, and never once looked back. But when the bodies of murdered young women surface, their corpses violated and marked with tattoos worn by her mother's followers, Eden, now an FBI agent, can't turn a blind eye. To catch the killer, she's going to have to return to the fold. Sheriff Zach Owens isn't comfortable putting Eden in danger, even if she is an elite agent. And he certainly wasn't expecting to be so attracted to her. As calm and cool as she appears, he knows this can't be a happy homecoming. Zach wants to protect her - from her mother, the cult, and the evil that lurks behind its locked gates. But Eden is his only key to the tight-lipped group, and she may just be closer to the killer than either one of them suspects... Members Reviews: Not for me... The protagonist in this story, Eden Collins is an FBI agent. She takes a vacation when she hears of a young woman murdered on her home town where her mother is a cult leader. She grew up in the cult never knowing her father. The sheriff allows her to participate in the investigation in an unofficial capacity. Sounds like it could be a good book, right? For me it was all wrong. There are two murders and a third woman taken. After that this book falls apart. There are indications of how horrible it was growing up in the cult. She say how evil her mother was. What is missing from both is details. It is never said what made it so horrible and the only thing showing her mother's brutality is her wicked smile or the look in her eyes. Enough said. I don't recommend this book and am not sure why other people have but everyone has an opinion. I have listened to Carley Robbins before and although not my favorite I have heard her do better then this. This book was free on kindle unlimited for anyone interested. If you found this review helpful please indicate so. Thank You. Terrible Narration This is a ridiculous book. Having nothing to do with the awful Narration it just doesn't make much sense. There is no way the leading agent is a member of the BAU as is repeatedly mentioned. But once you get past the craziness of thst you have to deal with the narrator. She is just terrible. Squeaky high pitched tries of sounding like men does her no favors. The writings not bad if you can overcome the other things. Think it'd be better to read than listen. Can't recommend due to the narrator though. Not what i was expecting (in a bad way) Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not? Not really. The narrator..was bad. Specially her male voices were nasal and whinny. Also she will yelled every sentence. the characters will sound loud and exasperated all the time. Second...The main character is the worst FBI agent I have ever read before. She is constantly making stupid mistakes, getting herself in trouble and at the same time we will be reminded that SHE IS AN FBI AGENT and one of the best....... How would you have changed the story to make it more enjoyable? I would have change the narrator. Also is a romantic-suspense, lacking in both. There was no connection between the protagonists. Too force. I rolled my eyes several times with the two of them. The suspense was also weak. Not much of a mystery in my opinion.

Forbidden Audiobook by Ted Dekker, Tosca Lee

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ted Dekker) — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 15:41:21 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Forbidden Author: Ted Dekker, Tosca Lee Narrator: Henry Leyva Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 09-13-11 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 470 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: New York Times best-selling author Ted Dekker teams with Tosca Lee to create this gripping thriller set in a desolate future. Many years have passed since civilization's brush with apocalypse. The world's greatest threats have all been silenced. There is no anger, no hatred, no war. There is only perfect peace... and fear. But a terrible secret has been closely guarded for centuries: Every single soul walking the earth, though in appearance totally normal, is actually dead, long ago genetically stripped of true humanity. Fleeing pursuit, with only moments to live, a young man named Rom stumbles into possession of a vial of blood and a piece of cryptic writing. When consumed, the blood will bring him back to life. When decoded, the message will lead him on a perilous journey that will require him to abandon everything he has ever known and awaken humanity to the transforming power of true life and love. But the blood will also resurrect hatred, ambition, and greed. Set in a terrifying, medieval future, where grim pageantry masks death, this tale of dark desires and staggering stakes peels back the layers of the heart for all who dare to take the ride. Members Reviews: Not Bad but Not Good I had a hard time swallowing the plot of the book. The premise that we had forgotten all emotion and the main characters suddenly wake up and remember they had emotions, is ludicrous to me. There is a chosen one that will awaken everyone to the emotions they have forgotten. Some how though one person has found his emotion and is plotting to become the top dog. Ted Dekker has many great books but this is just not one of them. I think I have a good imagination but I cannot imagine people without emotion. Don't miss out on a great book! I have read most of Ted Dekker's books and love them. I almost didn't get this one due to some of the negative reviews. I am so glad I didn't listen and went with my heart. It is now one of my favorites! I can't wait for the next in the series!!! Inspiring!!! This three book series was wonderfully written and masterfully performed to create a striking parallel to the struggle of Christ and the Christian Life. As Rom and his three friends struggled to understand the destiny that have been dropped in their laps, an amazing journey unfolds before them. It not only affects them but will come to influence every living being on the face of the Earth. As they search for truth and meaning, one figure stands at the center; young boy named Jonathan. As he grows into his destiny, protected by those that believe, many struggles come to play. A dark and unflinching evil threatens to destroy everything they have sacrificed so much for. It is Jonathan and the unfailing true belief of those closest to him that prevail, even though they themselves struggle to hold on, doubtful, wondering if there really is a reason for all that has happened. The resulting climax is so poignant and meaningful that , whether you believe or not, you will know that there is so much more to this life then we can see with just our eyes. We must simply know it in our hearts and Love Unconditionally. great :] The story was typical Dekker-esque thrills and plot twists; my only nag is the narration. Mr. Levya just doesn't seem to capture the gravity in the change from a world of death to a living world of emotions; his voice remains flat with the characters' new experiences with feeling.

22/11/63 Livre Audio par Stephen King

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Stephen King) — Tue, 04 Jun 2013 12:27:21 GMT

Écoutez ce livre audio dans son intégralité gratuitement sur thebookvoice.com]]> Titre: 22/11/63 Auteur: Stephen King Narrateur: François Montagut Format: Unabridged Durée: 36 hrs and 9 mins Langue: Français Date de publication: 06-04-13 Éditeur: Audiolib Evaluation: 3.5 sur 5 sur 24 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Résumé de l'éditeur: Quand Jake Epping, professeur d'anglais, accepte la mission insolite que son ami Al, mourant, veut lui confier - empêcher l'assassinat de Kennedy le 22 novembre 1963 - il ne soupçonne pas à quoi il s'engage. Une fissure temporelle ramène Jake en 1958, à l'époque faste des Plymouth Fury, d'Elvis, mais aussi de JFK et d'un certain Lee Harvey Oswald... Il y rencontrera même l'amour de sa vie. Mais altérer l'Histoire - la grande ou la petite - n'est pas sans conséquences... Dans ce roman construit telle une uchronie menacée par l'effet papillon, Stephen King revisite l'Amérique des années 60, tout en soulignant les obsessions qui hantent, encore aujourd'hui, la culture populaire américaine. Un jeu vertigineux avec le temps. L'interprétation de François Montagut restitue avec talent la juxtaposition des époques qui donne au roman de Stephen King sa puissance évocatrice mais aussi sa mise en question du présent. "L'auteur a écrit plus de 50 romans (tous des best-sellers) et plus de 200 nouvelles ou récits. Il est devenu un mythe vivant de la littérature américaine (National Book Foundation Medal en 2003 pour sa contribution aux lettres américaines, Grand Master du prix Edgar Allan Poe en 2007)." "Le narrateur est comédien pour le théâtre, la télévision et le cinéma. Citons, parmis d'autres, L'homme au masque de fer, La folie des hommes, Largo Winch 2, L'heure du crime, Caravaggio, La Pieuvre." ©2011 / 2013 Stephen King / Éditions Albin Michel pour la traduction française. Traduit de l'anglais (Etats-Unis) par Nadine Gassie (P)2013 Audiolib Revues par les critiques: La presse en parle "Avec 22/11/63, (...) Stephen King explore aujourd'hui l'histoire de son pays. Et si la star du roman d'épouvante était l'écrivain qui nous parlait le mieux de l'Amérique ?" Emily Barnett, les inrockuptibles "22/11/63 est avant tout un livre sur la dépression et ses deux seuls remèdes : la violence et l'amour, sur le sacrifice, de soi-même mais aussi des autres." Michel Schneider, Le Point Avis des membres: Bonne histoire mais un peu longue! Je pense que l'histoire aurait pu être un peu condensée. Mais c'est un excellent livre audio! Et pas trop de sang ce qui m'a beaucoup plu. Un livre extraordinaire ! J'ai définitivement adoré ! Pour une fois, je lis un Stephen King sans scènes d'horreur morbides. Un grand bravo ! Je le recommande chaudement. Je dois également ajouter que le narrateur était super. I did not order in french could not understand what the heck they were saying I'm french and no way to exchange it what a scam Beaucoup trop long Six heures de plus et je peux pas écouter encore. King cherche n'importe quoi pour délayer le fin. I don't speak French, and never ordered this book in French. How many times can I Say your service truly sucks and offers no way to even correct your stupid error.

The Columbus Affair Audiobook by Steve Berry

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Steve Berry) — Tue, 15 May 2012 08:20:57 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Columbus Affair Subtitle: A Novel Author: Steve Berry Narrator: Scott Brick Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 1 min Language: English Release date: 05-15-12 Publisher: Random House Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 581 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: He was called by many names - Columb, Colom, Col - but we know him as Christopher Columbus. Many questions about him exist: Where was he born, raised, and educated? Where did he die? How did he discover the New World? None have ever been properly answered. And then there is the greatest secret of all.... From Steve Berry, New York Times best-selling author, comes an exciting new adventure - one that challenges everything we thought we knew about the discovery of America. Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative journalist Tom Sagan has written hard-hitting articles from hot spots around the world. But when a controversial report from a war-torn region is exposed as a fraud, his professional reputation crashes and burns. Now he lives in virtual exile - haunted by bad decisions and the shocking truth he can never prove: That his downfall was a deliberate act of sabotage by an unknown enemy. But before Sagan can end his torment with the squeeze of a trigger, fate intervenes in the form of an enigmatic stranger with a request that cannot be ignored. Zachariah Simon has the look of a scholar, the soul of a scoundrel, and the zeal of a fanatic. He also has Tom Sagan's estranged daughter at his mercy. Simon desperately wants something only Sagan can supply: the key to a 500-year-old mystery, a treasure with explosive political significance in the modern world. For both Simon and Sagan the stakes are high, the goal intensely personal, and the consequences of opposing either man potentially catastrophic. On a perilous quest from Florida to Vienna to Prague and finally to the mountains of Jamaica, the two men square off in a dangerous game. Along the way, both of their lives will be altered - and everything we know about Christopher Columbus will change. As a special bonus, this audiobook download also includes a recording of the short story "The Admiral's Mark," read by Scott Brick. Critic Reviews: "As always with Steve Berry, you're educated about significant things while your knuckles are turning white and the pages are flying by." (New York Times best-selling author David Baldacci) "Berry raises this genre's stakes." (The New York Times) "Steve Berry writes with the self-assured style of a veteran." (New York Times best-selling author Dan Brown) Members Reviews: I Enjoyed This Ride This was my first Steve Berry novel and I enjoyed it! I enjoyed it despite Scott Brick, (Brick has ruined more audio books for me than any other reader) and I almost didnt get it because of him, but the premise was intriguing enough I mean, who ever really thinks about Columbus? I didnt, but I love this type of historical fiction because it inspires me to think about the past in new and interesting ways and the next time I see a Columbus biography in the bookstore I just might pick it up and flip through it! The writing and storytelling here is more solid than anything from Dan Brown, but the two main characters, Tom and his daughter Alle, are a bit melodramatic we meet Tom just as he is about to commit suicide over an apparent mistake he made some years earlier.

Angel with a Bullet Audiobook by M. C. Grant

biacuaduc@gmail.com (M. C. Grant) — Thu, 10 Oct 2013 14:37:34 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Angel with a Bullet Subtitle: A Dixie Flynn Mystery Author: M. C. Grant Narrator: Amy Rubinate Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 10-10-13 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Wisecracking reporter Dixie Flynn thinks fast and talks even faster - it's the only way to survive the San Francisco crime beat. When she's assigned to look into the death of her former lover, artist Diego Chino, Dixie's instincts tell her there's more behind the apparent suicide than the police are letting on. Dixie's canvassing of the Bay Area art district reveals it to be a perfect picture of corruption, with a handsome art dealer and a reclusive patron in the foreground. After a romantic evening in Chinatown ends in a brush with death, Dixie is more determined than ever to expose the truth. But when a fire in her vicinity turns out to be more than just performance art, it's clear the perpetrators would rather see Dixie dead than let her destroy their criminal masterpiece. Editorial Reviews: In the first installment of M. C. Grant's Dixie Flynn Mystery series, a wisecracking San Francisco reporter assigned to the city's crime beat is investigating the death of a former lover. Though ruled a suicide, Dixie has her doubts, and as she gets closer to the truth, the more life-threatening it becomes for her. Amy Rubinate's performance is impressively multifaceted; she gives Dixie a streetwise sturdiness while making the police gruff and ineffectual, and turns the San Francisco art world into a seamy cesspool of dangerous lowlifes. Rubinate provides depth to the already colorful world in Angel with a Bullet. Members Reviews: Interesting?! I enjoyed the book and the reader, don't get me wrong. It's just a little...odd. But I liked it enough to get the rest of the series.

Closed for Winter Audiobook by Jrn Lier Horst

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jrn Lier Horst) — Thu, 26 Mar 2015 16:50:42 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Closed for Winter Author: Jrn Lier Horst Narrator: Saul Reichlin Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 03-26-15 Publisher: Whole Story Audiobooks Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 198 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: The summer cottages are closed, and peace is settling over the coast of Vestfold, but the autumn fog conceals evil deeds. Ove Bakkeruds cottage is ransacked by burglars, and next door he discovers the body of a man who has been beaten to death. Police Inspector William Wisting is uneasy; the desperation he sees in this latest murder is troubling. Meanwhile dead birds are dropping from the sky. Critic Reviews: "The writers career as a police chief has supplied a key ingredient for the crime fiction form: credibility." (Barry Forshaw) Members Reviews: A Fun Listening Experience I enjoy listening to audio-books by Norwegian, Jorn Lier Horst. My first book by Horst was "Dregs" which I thought was a very good debut. This second book is just as enjoyable, with some reservations. You can listen to these books in any order even though there is a recurring character, Inspector Wisting. I have researched Horst and discovered that he was previously a senior investigating officer in Norway. That makes sense because his stories appear to have lots of police procedural knowledge. I appreciate the numerous details about life in Norway. I see a great career for Horst and will use a credit for the next book. The narrator did a good job. My reservations include the realization that sometimes the police are slow at solving obvious situations (it involves birds), there are quite a few coincidences, and the Norwegian names and places require that I concentrate or listen to some sections twice. I ended up walking 2 extra miles today so that I could get to the end of the story. It was well worth it as there was a fun twist I wasn't expecting. Good solid story. Not as dramatic as Jo Nesbo nor as funny as jussi Adler Olsen but still a good solid believable detective story. rich and suspensef plot, interesting social issues I highly recommend this audiobook; it is different than Horst's "The Hunting Dogs" and I found it even more enjoyable. The book jumps into right into the story; creating a palpable mood, setting and suspenseful start. I found the plot to be very creative, complex (clever) and believable (well thought-out). The level of suspense was dynamic: peaking, then ebbing, then peaking again; when the suspense was lower the compelling plot kept me listening keenly. The loose ends come together at a pace that allows one to relish the ending. The detective's internal thoughts on the investigative process, interviewing/interrogation, etc., are interesting and perceptive, to the extent that I can tell. I was not expecting the social issues that arose in a bit of a sub-plot, but I found them very much food-for-thought. As background, I discovered Horst recently due to a sale or Audible recommendation. I listened to "The Hunting Dogs" first; I enjoyed it, but not as much as this one. It could be that I was just adjusting to the narrator and writing style; a bit more concentration is required to keep track of the Norwegian place names and Scandinavian names of people---especially when only listening (not seeing) them. However, I find that Horst is very much worth this small increase in effort. This could be the worst book I have ever listened to.. As anyone who has read my reviews knows well, I have often complained that poor narration can kill a great book, (eg: The Tourist).

The Last Suppers Audiobook by Diane Mott Davidson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Diane Mott Davidson) — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 21:32:00 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Last Suppers Author: Diane Mott Davidson Narrator: Barbara Rosenblat Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 21 mins Language: English Release date: 10-23-08 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 232 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Caterer Goldy Bear's wedding day becomes a nightmare when her groom, homicide detective Tom Schulz, calls her from a murder scene and then vanishes. Her only clue to his disappearance is a cryptic note dropped at the scene of the crime. Its biblical references lead her to search for a Judas among her friends in the church congregation. Discovering intrigue in the most unlikely places, Goldy is so distraught that she's hearing voices in her head. Will she be a widow before she's a bride? Barbara Rosenblat's lively narration is captivating. Whether listeners are listening to the unsavory details of the well-constructed murder plot, or learning the author's original recipes for delectable Monster Cinnamon Rolls and Chocolate Truffle Cheesecake, they won't want the book to end. Members Reviews: Good Read I have just discovered Diane Mott Davidson and I find her books very entertaining. I also like the Narrator and followed her through the Nevada Barr series. Great characters and recipes. Touching, twisting, turning, and tantalizing as the mysteries unravel with small town gossip that simmers as much as the cooking through out the story! Barbra Rosenblat narration makes you feel wrapped in the world of Goldie Bear and participating not just listening. Great story! Another triumph, well done! I can't wait to listen to the next! Great Listen :-) Love this Series Any additional comments? This series so far has held my attention. I love Goldie and her approach to life and look forward to future readings of her books. Great to listen to in the car! If you could sum up The Last Suppers in three words, what would they be? Very good listen, really enjoyed the characters and story. Don't read expecting it to be realistic but fun.

An Act of Treason Audiobook by Donald A. Davis, Jack Coughlin

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Donald A. Davis) — Tue, 06 Oct 2015 16:18:50 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: An Act of Treason Author: Donald A. Davis, Jack Coughlin Narrator: Luke Daniels Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs Language: English Release date: 10-06-15 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 399 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: In the fourth audiobook in the New York Times best-selling series, Marine sniper Kyle Swanson finds himself in the sights of a man he once idolized - a true American hero turned traitor. Swanson and his beautiful girlfriend, CIA agent Lauren Carson, are on a mission in Pakistan when their world is turned inside out. Kyle is captured and thrown in prison. Lauren is accused of being a double agent. The one person they trust to help is the man who sent them on the black operation - Jim Hall, a legendary CIA agent, Kyle's sniper mentor, and Lauren's boss and former lover. But Hall has gone rogue. He is selling America's innermost secrets to a ruthless Pakistani warlord who wants to mold al-Qaeda into a legitimate political party and secure a nuclear arsenal. For Jim Hall, his former protégé, Swanson, is the final obstacle. Success or failure pivots on whether Swanson can stop the old friend who trained him to be a shooter. From the streets of Washington to the Bavarian Alps, the two snipers stalk each other in a deadly hunt that has only one possible outcome. Members Reviews: Terrific, simply terrific!! An Act of Treason is my first Jack Coughlin novel, bur it certainly will not be my last. Everyone who has an appreciation for great thrillers should read this book. Great Series, Great Characters, Well Written First, the story line teaser from the jacket isn't accurate, but then what else is new? As with the previous novels in this series we see the unflappable Swanson always thinking moves ahead, he is a talented survivor. There are interesting twists, surprises and the characters aren't cliche. The pace is fast making it difficult to stop listening because you want to hear what happens next. Totally enjoyable action series with good story lines and characters. Luke Daniels does a wonderful job narrating. Wow Wow Wow All four books in this series keep you in suspense and leave you wanting more. The realism is incredible and the main character is not impervious to injuries and capture like many other series' characters. I hope this storyline continues with many more books. Like the Mitch Rapp series, I'm hooked. I can't imagine anyone being disappointed with their purchase of this novel. Miles to go before I rest! This is the best book of the series to date. The characters come alive, the story line is exciting, the human compassion (a new addition) is inserted in a great way. The consequences of action are shown graphically through the story, the villains are portrayed very well, and their brutality will catch you off guard. Really enjoyed this one ... More to the book than just another terrorist book! Awesome book!!! Couldn't stop listening. Kept me on the edge of my seat. Highly recommend the entire series.

Standup Guy Audiobook by Stuart Woods

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Stuart Woods) — Tue, 07 Jan 2014 23:37:60 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Standup Guy Subtitle: Stone Barrington, Book 28 Author: Stuart Woods Narrator: Tony Roberts Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 01-07-14 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 409 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Stone Barringtons newest client does not seem the type to bring mayhem in his wake. A polite, well-deported gentleman, he comes to Stone seeking legal expertise on an unusual - and potentially lucrative - dilemma. Stone points him in the right direction and sends him on his way, but its soon clear Stone hasnt seen the end of the case. Several people are keenly interested in this gentlemans activities and how they may relate to a long-ago crime...and some of them will stop at nothing to find the information they desire. On a hunt that leads from Floridas tropical beaches to the posh vacation homes of the Northeast, Stone finds himself walking a tightrope between ambitious authorities and seedy lowlifes who all have the same prize in their sights. In this cutthroat contest of wills, its winner-takes-all...and Stone will need every bit of his cunning and resourcefulness to be the last man standing. Members Reviews: Great Book I Love all of Stuart Wood Books Takes me to another time and place Thank you Another flop Bad, naive, predictable, arrogant. That's before Herb Fisher, Stuart Wods's alter ego shows up,,,down hill from there. Wish I skipped this one. Another great one.... Listening my through Stuart Woods/Stone Barrington books I haven't made time to read...Tony Roberts does a superb job narrating. Stand Up Guy Enjoyed as much as his other books. Kept me interestested, although I thought I figured out Hank was the culprit before it became out. Disappointed I have read or listened to every one of Stuart Woods books up til this point. I am a little disappointed in this story line as the character Stone Barrington is much to smart to have done the things in this book that he did. Hope this doesn't continue to happen to this character.

The Perfect Revenge Audiobook by Lutishia Lovely

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lutishia Lovely) — Tue, 26 May 2015 23:14:22 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Perfect Revenge Author: Lutishia Lovely Narrator: Shari Peele Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 05-26-15 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 177 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: In this sexy pause-resister from Lutishia Lovely, a conniving seductress embarks on a spectacular finale as her need for revenge - and for the object of her obsession - reaches a boiling point.... After a nightmarish two years, Nathan Carver thinks he can relax. His sister Sherri and her husband Randall are once again enjoying life and time with their family. Then they get bad news. Jacqueline Tate, the woman who's been a walking, talking tornado of trouble in all of their lives has been released from prison. They decide to take reasonable precautions and let God take care of the rest. But Jacqueline hasn't changed one bit, and she has plans of her own.... Members Reviews: I Luh this series!!!! More More More Psycho chick is bzack and is relentless. How do these people find these flunkies? I honestly forgot why she wanted revenge on this poor family. No one was safe, not even the children. Sorry this review isn't so vivid, I read this a few weeks ago. Favorite part: 1. Discovering he slept w/someone else.(funny) 2. The proposallllllllll! 3. That little family was dreamy. Must read - wont disappoint - suspense filled - hold on for the ride. Great I loved this book!! Good from beginning to end. I was a great buy. I could listen to this again. Wow! Great book that keeps you interested from start to finish. Definitely worth the credit. It's a 3 book collection and all of them take you on a CRAZY ride. love it I loved it!. You must read the series. every chapter keeps you well entertained! Great drama!! My 1st review EVER but wow this book was great! The whole trilogy kept me on edge. Credit well spent. You won't be disappointed!

Justice Delayed Audiobook by Patricia Bradley

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Patricia Bradley) — Tue, 30 May 2017 23:31:43 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Justice Delayed Subtitle: Memphis Cold Case Series, Book 1 Author: Patricia Bradley Narrator: Joell A. Jacob Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 27 mins Language: English Release date: 05-30-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 59 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: It's been 18 years since TV crime reporter Andi Hollister's sister was murdered. The confessed killer is behind bars, and the execution date is looming. But when a letter surfaces stating that the condemned killer didn't actually do it, Detective Will Kincaide of the Memphis Cold Case Unit will stop at nothing to help Andi get to the bottom of it. After all, this case is personal: The person who confessed to the crime is Will's cousin. They have less than a week to find the real killer before the wrong person is executed. But much can be accomplished in that week - including uncovering police corruption, running for your life, and falling in love. Members Reviews: Great Clean Mistery! Worth it to Keep Listening.. At 1st I thought this to be a cheesy mistery. But I continued listening just to see. Her other books are well written & this book is too! Worth my credit & will prolly listen to it again. Clean, no cussing, sexuality & has a tendency to lean toward Christianity.. which I personally always appreciate! Thanks, Patricia Bradley, for another great book! :D Great story! I like the storyline. It was good suspense and good drama. Not too much faith woven into it? But it was a clean story and it was extremely entertaining. Another great Christian mystery Patricia Bradley has written another clean mystery that will keep you listening from start to finish without you wanting to put it down...at least it did for me. If you like good a mystery clean without all the sex some authors think is necessary...then this is a book I think you will enjoy. I highly recommend this book to one and all!!! Justice Delayed This book was an amazingly suspenseful book that grabbed me from the first page. The narrator did a great job. I listened as I was on a road trip and did not want to stop and get out of the car because I wanted to know what happened next. This is a great story and being from Memphis made it even more enjoyable. The author did a great job with the landmarks of the city and made me appreciate how thorough her research and knowledge of this great city was. I highly recommend this book to all romantic suspense lovers out there. Good story line Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? Yes. The plot is good, although, I feel like the author left a few things hanging that should have been wrapped up before the ending. What aspect of Joell A. Jacobs performance would you have changed? Joell does not know how to pronounce her words correctly. It was so irritating, that I stopped listening a few times. For example: Mountain is pronounced "moun'en", forgotten - "forgo'en", tighten - "tigh'en", eaten - "ea'en" etc. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Actually, I did.

Under the Influence Audiobook by Joyce Maynard

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Joyce Maynard) — Tue, 23 Feb 2016 04:53:23 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Under the Influence Subtitle: A Novel Author: Joyce Maynard Narrator: Joyce Maynard Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 02-23-16 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 391 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: The New York Times best-selling author of Labor Day and After Her returns with a poignant story about the true meaning - and the true price - of friendship. Drinking cost Helen her marriage and custody of her seven-year-old son, Ollie. Once an aspiring art photographer, she now makes ends meet by taking portraits of schoolchildren and working for a caterer. Recovering from her addiction, she spends lonely evenings checking out profiles on an online dating site. Weekend visits with her son are awkward. He's drifting away from her fast. When she meets Ava and Swift Havilland, the vulnerable Helen is instantly enchanted. Wealthy, connected philanthropists, they have their own charity devoted to rescuing dogs. Their home is filled with fabulous friends, edgy art, and dazzling parties. Then Helen meets Elliott, a kind, quiet accountant who offers loyalty and love with none of her newfound friends' fireworks. To Swift and Ava, he's boring. But even worse than that, he's unimpressed by them. As Helen increasingly falls under the Havillands' influence - running errands, doing random chores, questioning her relationship with Elliott - Ava and Swift hold out the most seductive gift: their influence and help to regain custody of her son. But the debt Helen owes them is about to come due. Ollie witnesses an accident involving Swift, his grown son, and the daughter of the Havillands' housekeeper. With her young son's future in the balance, Helen must choose between the truth and the friends who have given her everything. Members Reviews: Paper-Thin Caricatures Inhabit PG-13 Morality Tale I've been a Joyce Maynard fan for years, ever since reading her mesmerizing memoir, At Home in the World. Years after that, on the day J.D. Salinger died, I wrote to her and told her that my first thought when I heard the news was, "I wonder how she is feeling today." She was kind enough to write back and thank me for the sentiment. I've continued to admire her writing, and honestly, if not employed full time at a job that expects me to show up on a regular basis, I'd be hard at work at this moment on my essay for her Tiny House Writers Retreat contest (see author's website for full details). That's why it pains me to say that this book, although entertaining enough that I saw it through to the end, needed more. More of everything. The one-dimensional characters (heroine lacking any shreds of self-esteem or self-confidence, boring-but-true boyfriend who loves her instantly based on nothing more than her picture, wealthy sex-obsessed villains) lack depth; the predictable storyline (sort of like an adult-themed fairy tale) lacks believability; the book as a whole needed more careful research (into tax law, child custody hearings, police procedures, what kind of wheelchair a paraplegic would have, what kind of vehicle a paraplegic might be able to drive, whether a paraplegic would be able to get herself in and out of a vehicle independently and participate in Pilates). Most of all, more careful EDITING would have been hugely beneficial, because a good editor (or even one's fellow Writer's Workshop participants) would be able to spot plot inconsistencies and unanswered questions, of which there are dozens.

The Dead Yard Audiobook by Adrian McKinty

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Adrian McKinty) — Thu, 23 Mar 2006 06:04:46 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Dead Yard Author: Adrian McKinty Narrator: Gerard Doyle Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 03-23-06 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 1370 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Michael is on holiday in Spain when a soccer riot between the Paddies and the Brits escalates out of control and he winds up in a Spanish prison. Enter Samantha, a beautiful British Intelligence agent. She makes Michael an offer he can't refuse: instead of extradition to Mexico to serve time for a prison break, he can infiltrate an IRA sleeper cell in the United States. Thrust into the nightmare world of men known for their distinctive brands of torture and revenge, Michael crosses and double-crosses key players, narrowly escapes his own lies, loses his only ally, and falls for the daughter of his enemy. Critic Reviews: "McKinty's literate, expertly crafted third crime novel...confirms his place as one of his generation's leading talents." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: A more mature Michael... I listened to this book immediately after the first, and prefer this one-- the protagonist is seven years older and has indeed matured, his motivations are clearer, the contrasts in his behavior (savage) and his intellect/sensitivity (intense) are less stark, which results in a more nuanced and intelligent novel, though still very much of a piece with the first. Although I could admire some things about Michael Forsythe in the first novel (his bravery, his poetry, his intelligence), in this novel I came to like him, the author gives him more internal conflict, more of a chance for redemption. As with the first book I found the read intense, but blood and gore don't stream through the book for shock's sake, it's not a book where the violence repulses though it certainly sounds as a constant in the novel and the protaganist's life. As with the first novel, the male characters are much more compelling and three-dimensional than the females, but...this particular world is a very ugly male world so far, so no real surpise. Nice to have two consistent, high caliber novels - I'm ready to read the third and hope for the same! Where has this guy been? A friend of mine recommended this series of books to me, and I loved every minute of them. Michael Forsythe is an interesting, captivating character. The narration is a perfect mate to these stories as it is very well done with Irish brogue and various other accents done to perfection. I don't know why Adrian McKinty hasn't made best seller lists all over the place. I was blown away by his writing style - a thriller writer who puts his more popular contemporaries to shame (James Patterson eat your heart out!). Start with this book and dive into the world of Michael Forsythe. Let him take you to places and thrilling situations to make you forget everything else. I know you'll quickly be getting the other two books when you're done with this one. Only a wee ijit would miss out on such fantastic storytelling. Staying Cool, but not polar I am a big fan of the first book in this series, but unfortunately, was not as much a fan of this one. I really enjoyed the majority of this book, but my major problem was with two major turning point plot twists that made no sense and were outside the acceptable suspension of disbelief.

Robert Ludlum's The Janson Option Audiobook by Paul Garrison

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Paul Garrison) — Tue, 18 Mar 2014 19:00:53 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Robert Ludlum's The Janson Option Author: Paul Garrison Narrator: Scott Shepherd Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 5 mins Language: English Release date: 03-18-14 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 155 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: To atone for the sins he committed serving his country, ex-covert government agent Paul Janson is determined to save the world: one person, one mission, one redemption at a time. The Janson Option Paul Janson - a former Consular Ops legend known as "The Machine" for his deadly speed and accuracy - has a new mission. Sickened by the "sanctioned serial killings" ordered by the state department, Janson has left covert operations and is now a private security consultant. In partnership with deadly sharpshooter Jessica Kincaid, he only takes assignments that he believes will lead to the greater good. When American Synergy Corporation oil executive Kingsman Helms begs Janson to rescue his wife, Allegra, from Somali pirates, Janson and Kincaid view it as the perfect opportunity to infiltrate ASC and disrupt the company's scheme to subvert independent oil-rich African countries into wholly-owned ASC subsidiaries. Once on the ground, Janson and Kincaid discover that the pirates may be the least lethal threat in the violent chaos of anarchic Somalia. Is Allegra's kidnapping for real? Or is she merely a pawn in her husband's machinations for control of the country? Janson and Kincaid quickly find themselves embroiled in a bewildering storm of plots and counterplots, and their fight to survive threatens to disrupt the entire region, and beyond.... Members Reviews: action, great research, hot relationship. the action was fast paced and realistic enough for a fun action book. The research in detail about Somalia the yachts and arms always add to the interest and drawing you into the book. The Janson Option Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not? Yes, but not this audio version. Paul Garrison does a decent job, though not up to Ludlum's stories. What did you like best about this story? The plot kept me interested. How could the performance have been better? I did not like the narrator, and it's hard to judge the book separate from this. He read in a clipped and rapid style which required me to really focus to hear and follow it all. He did not give the characters the warmth and interest that would let me build a connection with them - that may have been a fault of the author, but I suspect it's more the performance. Was Robert Ludlum's The Janson Option worth the listening time? Yes, I listen while I run and I run daily, so I was happy to give it the time. Almost a home run. Sub Zero punch line. What did you like best about Robert Ludlum's The Janson Option? What did you like least? The story started out good. Interesting to see how corrupt the oil companies are as usual. I did become a bit upset when our hero became politically correct and would not use his weapon if there was a chance an innocent person might get hurt. Do you think Robert Ludlum's The Janson Option needs a follow-up book? Why or why not? Maybe next time he will go for it and not get so soft when he has to fulfill his mission.

The Book of the Dead Audiobook by Douglas Preston, Lincoln Child

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Douglas Preston) — Thu, 15 Jun 2006 01:55:25 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Book of the Dead Author: Douglas Preston, Lincoln Child Narrator: Rene Auberjonois Format: Abridged Length: 6 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 06-15-06 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 152 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: To quell the PR nightmare of the gem fiasco, the museum decides to reopen the Tomb of Senef. An astounding Egyptian temple, it was a popular museum exhibit until the 1930s, when it was quietly closed. But when the tomb is unsealed in preparation for its gala reopening, the killings, and whispers of an ancient curse, begin again. And the catastrophic opening itself sets the stage for the final battle between the two brothers: an epic clash from which only one will emerge alive. Critic Reviews: "Another gripping, action-packed page-turner...with a tantalizing, ominous twist at the end." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: Not The Best This title was actually a bit hard for me to get through and I had the un-abridged version. It became a "fill in" until the last two hours which were exciting but the beginning I found to be pretty dull. I probably would have thought even less had the reader not done his usual outstanding work. I have listened to all off the books in this series and will continue to do so. I was not unhappy iwth this title, just a bit disappointed. Rush to sell I love the cast and characters, but the last 2 books seem to be rushed. Ok Not one of the best in the series. I still advise readers to read it, primarily to better understand the whole Pendercast mystique. Thank goodness for abridged copies. What did you love best about The Book of the Dead? Good story. Sometimes Preston and Child benefit from abridgement. What did you like best about this story? The continuation of a longer saga. Which scene was your favorite? The escape from the prison. Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting? Yes, but not possible Pendergast love! Narration absolutely perfect. Rene abergenois absolutely IS agent Pendergast. I love the series and the characters. My favorite of all time!!

Marrow Audiobook by Tarryn Fisher

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Tarryn Fisher) — Tue, 06 Sep 2016 04:47:14 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Marrow Author: Tarryn Fisher Narrator: Audra Pagano Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 09-06-16 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 141 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: In the Bone there is a house. In the house there is a girl. In the girl there is a darkness. Margo is not like other girls. She lives in a derelict neighborhood called the Bone, in a cursed house, with her cursed mother, who hasn't spoken to her in over two years. She lives her days feeling invisible. It's not until she develops a friendship with her wheelchair-bound neighbor, Judah Grant, that things begin to change. When a neighborhood girl, seven-year-old Neveah Anthony, goes missing, Judah sets out to help Margo uncover what happened to her. What Margo finds changes her, and with a new perspective on life she's determined to find evil and punish it - targeting rapists and child molesters one by one. But hunting evil is dangerous, and Margo risks losing everything, including her own soul. Members Reviews: HUH?? I'm so confused LOL Here is another book by Tarryn that I just don't think I completely get! It kept me interested from the beginning and I was enthralled throughout because I had no Idea what was real and what wasn't. I don't think I really grasped what the author was trying to say but that is about me and not her writing style. If it's not black and white, I don't always get it. I will say this was a complete mind f*ck! I love Tarryn's writing style! The narration was good and fit the character perfectly! Loved this journey! What a trip! This excellent narration carried the story along swiftly and expertly. You can't help but love the main character and all her flaws. Only one part of the book left me slightly confused so I may return to it again to see if there was something I missed. Overall, I was fully involved in this story and wanted it to go on & on - perhaps there is a Margo part 2 in the works? I hope so. Not My Favorite What disappointed you about Marrow? I feel that the writing was juvenile while trying desperately to be deep & mature. I don't think this story was nearly as good as it could have been. The writer tried too hard & I think it made the story fall flat in areas that should have been exciting & descriptive. Some parts I feel deserved a lengthy explanation were casually passed over, and left me throwing my hands up in the air feeling like I missed an entire chapter. Would you be willing to try another book from Tarryn Fisher? Why or why not? I don't see why not. Although the writing wasn't my favorite I enjoyed her creativity. What three words best describe Audra Paganos performance? Weird. Choppy. Inconsistent. The narrator would pronounce names a certain way through half the book and then all of a sudden pronounce them differently and then switch back at the end. It was very distracting. At some parts it sounded like she was stumbling through through the book, like she lost her place. Not my favorite narrator. You didnt love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities? I liked the plot a lot, I enjoyed the creativity, I just think it could have been executed a lot better. Not Really a Thriller, But a Beautiful Book I'm a mystery/psychological thriller fan, and I wouldn't really call this either...not really suspenseful. However, it was very psychological. What the book lacks in suspense, it makes up for in engrossing language and well written character development. Despite my having expected it to be something different than what it turned out to be, I enjoyed it thoroughly.

Dirty Work Audiobook by Stuart Woods

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Stuart Woods) — Tue, 05 Apr 2016 22:31:43 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dirty Work Subtitle: A Stone Barrington Novel, Book 9 Author: Stuart Woods Narrator: Tony Roberts Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 04-05-16 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 166 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Hired to prove infidelity in an heiress' marriage, Stone Barrington goes undercover. But the work turns dirty - and catastrophic - when the errant husband is found dead, and the other woman disappears without a trace. Now Stone must clear his own good name and find a killer hiding among the glitterati of New York's high society. Enter Carpenter - the beautiful British intelligence agent first encountered in The Short Forever - who has arrived in New York to begin an investigation of her own. Stone suspects that her case is strangely connected to the dead husband. And he and Dino, his former NYPD partner, are set to face the most bizarre and challenging assignment of their very colorful careers. Members Reviews: As usual. great!!!!! Read the book years ago in print. Enjoyed it again with Tony Roberts narrating it. enjoy I love the Stone Barrington character so I've either read or listened to much of these by Stuart Woods. I'd say this one didn't capture my attention as much as usual but it was still loads of entertainment. Dirt is one of Stuart's best re-reads This book was the one that first got me listening to author Stuart Woods. I have listened to every Stone Barrington Book since. I am now listening to them again. They are eve better this time around and some of Stuart's best work. Great Listen As usual Stuart Woods never disappoints. I love Stone Barrington series. Can't wait till next one.

Saint Audiobook by Ted Dekker

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Ted Dekker) — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 02:49:20 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Saint Author: Ted Dekker Narrator: Kevin King Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 7 mins Language: English Release date: 07-11-08 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 356 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: The name ignited a light in Carl's mind. Saint. He'd been covertly recruited for Black Ops and given his life to the most brutal kind of training any man or woman could endure. He was here because he belonged here. To the X Group. He's an assassin. The most effective killer in the world. And yet...Carl Strople struggles to retain fleeting memories that betray an even more ominous reality. He's been told part of the truth - but not all of it. Invasive techniques have stripped him of his identity and made him someone new - for this, he is grateful. But there are some things they can't take from him: the love of a woman, unbroken loyalties to his past, the need for survival. From the deep woods of Hungary to the streets of New York, Saint takes you on a journey of betrayal in a world of government cover-ups, political intrigue, and one man's search for the truth. In the end, that truth will be his undoing. Critic Reviews: "Kevin King's delivery of the ultimate showdown drives the plot as Carl's rapid-fire self-talk is delivered at a heart-pounding pace." (AudioFile) Members Reviews: One of the best ever Amazing characters and a memorable story. A continuation of another story arch, so be sure to watch out for the other books. Awesome! I can't wait to read the others. Great as always Great as always. My only negative comment would be that it seemed like the volume levels changed a couple of times and about in the middle of the book we thought the narrator changed, which caused a bit of distraction. Great audio book Great narrator, does an amazing job with different voices. I haven't read anything that Ted Decker has written that I have not enjoyed ! Grave disappointment! I am generally fascinated with Dekker, but this book was not only unbelieveable, but completely boring. I unfortunately wasted a credit. Bummer Not like the other Books of History books.... I bought this after reading the Circle Series by Ted Dekker and starting the Lost Books, also by Ted Dekker. Although Saint is the best of the Saint, Sinner and Showdown trilogy (SSS trilogy, a phrase I made up), it was hard to get into. The storyline was a lot darker than Dekker's previous books. I only finished the SSS trilogy of books because I wanted to have a better grasp of the universe Dekker created, and for only that reason, I would recommend Saint as well as Showdown and Sinner. Also, I would suggest starting with other Dekker books such as the first 3 books of the Circle Series - Black, Red and White -, before reading the SSS trilogy as you would gain a better understanding of Dekker and his style. I would also suggest reading Green after the SSS trilogy because some of the characters from this trilogy appear in Green.

The Four Legendary Kingdoms Audiobook by Matthew Reilly

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Matthew Reilly) — Tue, 02 May 2017 17:48:49 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Four Legendary Kingdoms Author: Matthew Reilly Narrator: Sean Mangan Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 05-02-17 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 93 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: The thrilling new novel featuring Jack West Jr., from the New York Times and number-one international best-selling author! A ruthless kidnapping. Jack West Jr. and his family are living happily on their remote farm when Jack is brutally kidnapped, and he awakens in an underground cell to find a masked attacker with a knife charging at him. The great games. Jack, it seems, has been chosen - along with a dozen other elite soldiers - to compete in a series of deadly challenges designed to fulfill an ancient ritual. With the fate of the Earth at stake, he will have to traverse diabolical mazes, fight cruel assassins, and face unimaginable horrors that will test him like he has never been tested before. To hell and back. In the process he will discover the mysterious and powerful group of individuals behind it all: the four legendary kingdoms. He might also discover that he is not the only hero in this place.... Members Reviews: my favorite action adventure series. I love the jack West series. I'm always checking in when the next one is coming out. but until then I can listen to them again. and again. and again. Jack West Waited for this book long before it reached publication. Every Reilly book is a treat devoured too quickly. This one has it all. Mystery, exciting action scenes that are quite original, engaging characters that are familiar friends and some new ones as well. It truly is a race down to the last page. Read This!!!! Matthew Reilly never disappoints. If you want a great story that you can follow with action and history.... Then read this book. 4th book in the Jack west series and they keep getting better. Great narrator as well. Top notch Brilliant as always High paced action packed and twists at every turn. Good to have Sean mangan narrating again. Great book. Loved it. Adding the Scarecrow made this book worth waiting for. I love books that move at this speed.

When Eight Bells Toll Audiobook by Alistair MacLean

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Alistair MacLean) — Thu, 07 Sep 2017 05:40:38 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: When Eight Bells Toll Author: Alistair MacLean Narrator: Jonathan Oliver Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 22 mins Language: English Release date: 09-07-17 Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: From the acclaimed master of action and suspense. The all-time classic. Millions of pounds in gold bullion are being pirated in the Irish Sea. Investigations by the British Secret Service, and a sixth sense, have bought Philip Calvert to a bleak, lonely bay in the Western Highlands. But the sleepy atmosphere of Torbay is deceptive. The place is the focal point of many mysterious disappearances. Even the unimaginative Highland Police Sergeant seems to be acting a part. But why? This story is Alistair MacLean at his enthralling best. It has all the edge-of-the-seat suspense and dry humour that millions of fans have enjoyed for years. Critic Reviews: "Keeps up its high-wire tension all the way. Not to be missed." (The Guardian) "A cracker-jack opening. Insistently readable." (Evening Standard) "Breathless action...and a sterling plot." (Financial Times) Members Reviews: My Favorite Thriller Writer I thought I had read all Alistair's books more than 40 years to go but to my surprise I missed one. Alistair Maclean has always been my favorite thriller writer because he has great characters, his books move at a fast pace, his stories are well researched, and the action is realistic and non-stop. Glad to hear that his books are now on audible and it was better than reading it. Guess now I'll have to go down the list of all his books I read before to listen to them this time because they are still as great as when they were first written. Thanks Audible. Terrible Narrator Would you try another book from Alistair MacLean and/or Jonathan Oliver? Alastair MacLean? Absolutely! Jonathan Oliver? Not even on a dare. What other book might you compare When Eight Bells Toll to and why? John LeCarre, or Ian Fleming, would be the closest comparisons, I think. MacLean was probably the best of the Cold War - spy - thriller authors, at least until Tom Clancy came along. All of MacLeans novels are really great reads, and Eight Bells is one of his best. Would you be willing to try another one of Jonathan Olivers performances? Not only no, but h*ll no. Listening to him ruin two good books was three too many. What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment? Extreme disappointment. A really great book, one of my favorites, ruined by terrible narration. Any additional comments? Did someone really think Jonathan Oliver was a good choice of narrator? Really?Please, please... for the love of good literature, and all that is decent and good, re-do the entire Alastair MacLean collection, with a narrator who doesnt make every character sound like a tweaked-out cockney cab driver. Perhaps Bill Bryson, Michael Pritchard, David Tennant (perfect choice!), or Frank Muller? I love this book. Ive been reading Alastair Maclean since I was a teenager this book. This book has always been one of my favourite books of his so to find it as an audio book has been a delight. It was hugely enjoyable. I devoured it in 3 listenings. When Eight Bells Toll This has always been one of my favourite Alistair Maclean books. I have read it a dozen times and, in my head, have used accents and dialects that I thought suited the characters. Now I have listened to someone else's interpretation and, to be honest, am disappointed. I missed the little gems of humour that I always found made this book special, but the narrator seems to have played these down.

Ep. 5: Doubt and Deceit (Unheard) Audiobook

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Anthony Del Col) — Thu, 09 Nov 2017 07:07:05 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Ep. 5: Doubt and Deceit (Unheard) Author: Anthony Del Col, Cassandra Bond, JP Conway, James Davies, Steve Alexander, Phillip Bretherton, Daniel Collard Format: Original Recording Length: 30 mins Language: English Release date: 11-09-17 Publisher: Unheard: The Story of Anna Winslow, Audible Original Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: [Contains explicit content] Melissa Lopez is starting to become unnerved by what she has discovered. The last few months of Anna Winslow's life refuse to add up. Injured, confused, in fear of her own life, Melissa refuses to abandon her quest for the truth and continues to report on her discoveries. She is now determined to find out whether Anna had been faking her hearing loss or not and why Timmins Hill, the psychiatric hospital Anna had been a patient in, has now closed down.

Dying Fall Audiobook by Elly Griffiths

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Elly Griffiths) — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 01:55:05 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Dying Fall Subtitle: A Ruth Galloway Investigation Author: Elly Griffiths Narrator: Clare Corbett Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 01-31-13 Publisher: Quercus Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 461 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Ruth Galloway receives a phone call that bears shocking news. A friend of hers from college, Dan Golding, has been killed in a fire at his Lancashire home. Her shock turns to alarm when she gets a letter from Dan. He has made a discovery that will change archaeology forever but he needs Ruth's advice. Even more alarming, he sounds vulnerable and frightened. DCI Harry Nelson is also rediscovering his past. Up north for a holiday, he meets his former colleague Sandy MacLeod, now at Blackpool CID. Sandy tells him there are strange circumstances surrounding Dan Golding's death. Many of those who worked with Dan seem to be afraid. Many have secrets to hide. Ruth is drawn deep into the mystery, and where she goes, so does her toddler daughter, Kate. This time, it's not just Ruth's life at risk. Members Reviews: Still a great series Action, suspense, great characters and a well-written story. I am getting used to the narrator/voices in my head disconnect (you know, when what you're hearing isn't how you thought the characters should sound ); Ms Corbett is absolutely capable-her men sound like men, her accents are amazing, and I like her voice. If you're up for a decent forensic series without a lot of gore and isn't going to leave you unable to sleep at night, allow me to suggest this entire series. And I do suggest you start at the beginning to get the full flavor of how things are put together and who these people are. And I'm delighted to say that while this series is beginning to flag a bit, it is still a solid 4 stars. Great Ruth Galloway Mystery!!! Ruth remains one of my favorite mystery characters. She is very real with believable strengths and weakness. Like all of us she is always second guessing herself. DCI Nelson and the Druid Cathbarth, other characters in these tales, are well developed with their own strengths and weakness. Ms. Griffiths' books, well plotted and riveting until the last paragraph, leave the reader wanting more. Cant do a male voice to save her life! Would you consider the audio edition of Dying Fall to be better than the print version? Didn't read print version. Who would you have cast as narrator instead of Clare Corbett? BRING BACK Jane McDowell! Clare Corbett is a terrible match for these characters! I'm going to finish the book, bit I'm dreading hearing the male characters talk. I can't comment on their accents, but she sounds as if she's doing parodies of male voices. Another good episode in series The Ruth Galloway series is well-written and interesting, with good continuing character development throughout. Ruth is an archeologist who tends to always become involved in forensic activities, so has developed a strong relationship with some of the local police, as well as her friends from the university where she teaches. In this book, Ruth receives a letter from a friend from an earlier time in her life, just after he has been killed in a fire, hinting at a stupendous archeological discovery. Ruth feels she must travel to Pendle University where he taught to investigate. So she sets out with her young daughter. Her friend Cathbad the druid is there, and so, conveniently, is Nelson, the policeman who is also father to her child. As she looks into the discovery, dark and strange events begin to occur.

Last Call Audiobook by J.A. Konrath

biacuaduc@gmail.com (J.A. Konrath) — Tue, 01 Nov 2016 10:48:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Last Call Subtitle: Jacqueline "Jack" Daniels Mysteries, Book 10 Author: J.A. Konrath Narrator: Bob Walkenhorst Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 11-01-16 Publisher: Joe Konrath Books LTD Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 92 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: A retired cop past her prime. A kidnapped bank robber fighting for his life. A former mob enforcer with a blood debt. A government assassin on the run. A wisecracking private eye with only one hand. A homicide sergeant with one week left on the job. And three of the worst serial killers, ever. This is where it all ends. An epic showdown in the desert, where good and evil will clash one last time. His name is Luther Kite, and his specialty is murdering people in ways too horrible to imagine. He's gone south, where he's found a new, spectacular way to kill. And if you have enough money, you can bet on who dies first. Legendary Chicago cop Jacqueline "Jack" Daniels has retired. She's no longer chasing bad guys, content to stay out of the public eye and raise her new daughter. But when her daughter's father, Phin Troutt, is kidnapped, she's forced to strap on her gun one last time. Since being separated from his psychotic soulmate, the prolific serial killer known as Donaldson has been desperately searching for her. Now he thinks he's found out where his beloved, insane Lucy has been hiding. He's going to find her, no matter how many people die in the process. All three will converge in the same place. La Juntita, Mexico, where a bloodthirsty cartel is enslaving people and forcing them to fight to the death in insane, gladiator-style games. Members Reviews: The reader is all wrong for this book I miss the old reader of this series. It is odd to have a male as the reader when a female protagonist is telling the story for the most part. Could not listen... I bought both Last Call and Rum Runner as I was excited there were two more Jack Daniels books. However, I could not get past the narration... The villains' voices are ridiculously overdone to the point of being campy. The author reading is also really bad; he sounds like he's reading it vs. performing. Sorry, and I dislike giving bad reviews, but I highly suggest listening to the "sample" before purchasing as I did. If they were re-recorded with previous narrators they would be great. Konrath does it again Konrath does it again with this latest addition to the Jack Daniels series. As always there're more twists and turns than a roller coaster. I highly recommend this installment. Better than I expected!! I really did enjoy this book. I like the J A Konrath writing style. I admit a few times I had to put the book down and walk away- thinking wow-that was just too much! Even for me! but i always came back. I still miss the female narrator Susie and I miss the individual quirks Dick gave the characters. It was a huge surprise (good job!) cliffhanger and I enjoyed it very much to my surprise and delight. Looking forward to White Russian. Please don't kill off any more of my friends. Another great book in this Detective series I will say I enjoyed others in this series more than this one. Although I still highly enjoyed this book. Maybe I am just frustrated over the Character that died at the end of the book as it was one of my favorite characters! lol Anyway this is a great series between humor, fast paced action, etc. Some readers complain there is too much violence and gore but that does not bother me and I actually enjoy it.

The Drafter Audiobook by Kim Harrison

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kim Harrison) — Tue, 01 Sep 2015 06:35:07 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Drafter Subtitle: The Peri Reed Chronicles, Book 1 Author: Kim Harrison Narrator: January LaVoy Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 09-01-15 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 848 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: The Bourne Identity meets Minority Report in this first highly anticipated installment in number-one New York Times best-selling author Kim Harrison's sexy new romantic suspense trilogy, featuring a brilliant special task agent at the top of her field and set in a futuristic Detroit. During a routine but dangerous Opti task, Peri Reed finds out her trusted partner has made her a corrupt agent. Her unique ability to jump back 40 seconds in time to correct a mistake leaves her vulnerable when her partner, who is responsible for replacing her memory of the event, gives her a false one. But Peri lives and dies on her intuition, and she begins to piece her twisted reality together as she flees her one-time secure situation at Opti and tries to find the truth with a sullen but talented psychologist named Silas who works for the very agency trying to bring the Opti corruption to light. With Howard, tech and med specialist, and Taf, gun-toting daughter of the opposing grass-roots agency, Silas and Peri try to rebuild her memory of the night she killed her partner, knowing it will put her mental stability in danger. Peri remembers, and thoughts of revenge keep her alive and moving forward as she tries to put an end to Opti, working with the very faction that wants to see her dead. Members Reviews: Not as good as I expected... I have a huge love for the Hallows and the universe surrounding it. So, I had high expectations for The Drafter as well, seeing how much I love Kim Harrison's writinh and Rachel Morgan. I found this book tedious. I was waiting the entire time for some ephiphany from Peri to lead us into some place new and awesome. Instead I found that she got stuck and was lost in her own head over and over and over again. Same scene, different guy over and over. I still think Peri has potential in the hands of Kim Harrison. I just wish the story had really gone somewhere and not just stalled out and gotten stuck. Interesting *** Possible Spoilers*** I love the characters, the plot like is very good but Zi am just wondering hoe I am going to adapt to the shift from Urban Fantasy to Futuristic Urban science fiction. I'm not complaining just yet. I already care about the people involved in this twisted struggle but it is a giant leap from magic to tech. I certainly don't mean to discourage anyone from picking this book up it is very well done! This is just my personal hang-up. I am hoping to work through it because I want to see Silas and Peri find the love that they were both too afraid to share! One thing I was truly hoping for was more interactions with Carnac! He seems very important yet he was just relegated to the role of a cat. IS he a psychic cat? Does he have some tech way of communicating with Peri! L Didn't Think I Would Like It, But I Did ! Would you consider the audio edition of The Drafter to be better than the print version? I enjoy the audio versions of most books better as I listen to the story while falling asleep. I enjoyed the narrator of this series very much. What was one of the most memorable moments of The Drafter? As with all Kim Harrison's work I enjoy her ability to completely shake up the plot line. The most memorable moments for me were the complete plot shifts. Have you listened to any of January LaVoys other performances before? How does this one compare? I don't believe that I have heard Ms.

The Hades Factor Audiobook by Robert Ludlum, Gayle Lynds

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Robert Ludlum) — Wed, 21 Jun 2000 23:06:03 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Hades Factor Subtitle: A Covert-One Novel Author: Robert Ludlum, Gayle Lynds Narrator: Michael Prichard Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 33 mins Language: English Release date: 06-21-00 Publisher: Macmillan Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 852 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Hardly knowing where to turn or whom to trust, Smith assembles a ragtag private team to aid him in his search for the truth behind the deadly virus - a quest that will lead them to the highest levels and darkest corners of the globe. Members Reviews: Aggravating! I love Ludlum, and this does NOT flow like this late great author. It's ponderous, patronizing, and pathetic! Obviously Gayle Lynds does not have what it takes to pull this off. The plot is obvious and aggravating. There's nothing like listening to highly trained spies whine! Please, do yourself a favor and listen to earlier Ludlum and stay away from this bomb. Excellent I found this book excellent. The story and the narrative entralled me. I absolutely loved it. After the begining, I thought that the story would end on a depressing note, but it did not. In fact, it made me eager to hear the next book by this author. And I absolutely loved the narrator, something I've never before felt. His voice was mesmorizing. Great Ludlum outstanding narrator The prologue grabs your curiosity immediately and chapter one starts the action. You know it is fiction because some of the things Dr. Smith and his team get into and out of are just a little over the edge. But not so much that you want to turn it off. I found myself sitting in my car unable to leave without putting on my headset so that I could continue listening on my walk from the parking lot to the office. Jason bourne was my first Ludlum character, but Dr. Smith and his team are fabulous. There is a lot of detail and description and the narrator's cammand of voices and accents makes it very interesting. I was so relieved to find two more from this series in the Audible library. As soon as I finished The Hades factor I went right on line to look for more in this series. OK story but way too wordy This is my first encounter with Ludlum. The story was exciting but the whole thing seemed to just go on and on. By the end of the novel, I thought I began to catch where each of the authors ended and the other started. There's a lot of description that struck me as being overblown. The reading was well-done for the most part. The brit started to sound a lot like Cary Grant as it went along, though. All in all I found the book OK but I'm not jumping into the rest of the series. I may try another Ludlum to see if this excess wordiness is unique to working with a co-author. classic listen i loved this book! it's been a long time since i've read this author, so i decided to listen to one of his books. ludlum is a genious! if you like his style, you'll love this book. it's got a very unique plot and the reader is exceptional.

Los hombres que no amaban a las mujeres (Serie Millennium 1) Audio Libro por Stieg Larsson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Stieg Larsson) — Wed, 12 Jul 2017 14:16:24 GMT

Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en thebookvoice.com]]> Título: Los hombres que no amaban a las mujeres (Serie Millennium 1) Autor: Stieg Larsson Narrador: Miguel Ángel Jenner Formato: Unabridged Duración: 17 hrs Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 07-12-17 Editor: Ediciones Destino Calificaciones: 4.5 de 5 de 16 votos Categorías: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Resumen del editor: Harriet Vanger desapareció hace treinta y seis años en una isla sueca propiedad de su poderosa familia. A pesar del despliegue policial, no se encontró ni rastro de la muchacha. ¿Se escapó? ¿Fue secuestrada? ¿Asesinada? El caso está cerrado y los detalles olvidados. Pero su tío Henrik Vanger, un empresario retirado, vive obsesionado con resolver el misterio antes de morir. En las paredes de su estudio cuelgan cuarenta y tres flores secas y enmarcadas. Las primeras siete fueron regalos de su sobrina; las otras llegaron puntualmente para su cumpleaños, de forma anónima, desde que Harriet desapareció. Mikael Blomkvist acepta el extraño encargo de Vanger de retomar la búsqueda de su sobrina. Periodista de investigación y alma de la revista Millennium, dedicada a sacar a la luz los trapos sucios de la política y las finanzas, Blomkvist está vigilado y encausado por una querella por difamación y calumnia presentada por un gran grupo industrial que amenaza con arruinar su carrera y su reputación. Contará con la colaboración inesperada de Lisbeth Salander, una peculiar investigadora privada, socialmente inadaptada, tatuada y llena de piercings, y con extraordinarias e insólitas cualidades. Así empieza esta magnífica novela que es la crónica de los conflictos de una familia, un fascinante fresco del crimen y del castigo, de perversiones sexuales y trampas financieras; un entramado violento y amenazante en el que, no obstante, crecerá una tierna y frágil historia de amor entre dos personajes absolutamente inolvidables. El 27 de agosto no te pierdas Millennium 4, Lo que no te mata te hace más fuerte. Vuelve Lisbeth. Millennium continúa. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Opiniones de los miembros: Excepcional Me encantó un libro excepcional el autor consigue envolvente en la trama muy vivazmente entretenida Una novela en la cual el misterio de Harriet una chica que desapareció hace más de 30 años y como un periodista busca dar con la respuesta de que paso con esa chica. Excellent!! Love this trilogy. I just wish audible would have the other two following installments in Spanish edition. But you don't. It's a shame.

The Midnight Watch Audiobook by James Rollins

biacuaduc@gmail.com (James Rollins) — Tue, 03 Nov 2015 09:51:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Midnight Watch Subtitle: A Sigma Force Short Story Author: James Rollins Narrator: Christian Baskous Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 39 mins Language: English Release date: 11-03-15 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 122 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: From New York Times best-selling author James Rollins comes a lightning-paced short story in which a major attack on US soil can be stopped only by..."The Midnight Watch". In the dead of night, a faceless enemy hacks into the Smithsonian Institution's network of servers, but it is only the first strike masking a larger attack. To rescue a biologist trapped in the National Museum of Natural History and to discover the true intent behind an assault that grows bolder and bloodier by the minute, Sigma Force must unleash its most headstrong operative - Joe Kowalski - to do what he does best: lay waste to anything between him and his goal. From a daring rescue to a cross-city chase like no other, Kowalski will discover the shocking truth hidden in the most unexpected of places: the heart of the National Zoo. Included with this short story is a sneak peek at The Bone Labyrinth, where events that unfold here explode into one of Sigma Force's greatest adventures of all time. Members Reviews: Bit of a Rip Off The short itself was decent enough w/ average narration, but not for the price. Especially considering a good portion of the title was an excerpt from an upcoming book... You're barely getting an hour of good story, then some teasing of the new novel.. Given this not worth a credit or the price... So short for the price I love the Sigma series, but this was deceivingly short. I think main story might not of been more than an hour with the bonus/tease story at the end just as long! The main story was good, but I feel like I was fooled. Great short story in the Sigma Force saga Definitely for Kowalski fans and takes a slightly different approach than the longer novels. Narrator is so easy to listen to. The Midnight Watch Awesome, book to listen to or read. I could not stop listening. I listened to to the entire A little steep $$ for just over an hour If you're a diehard Rollins fan, wait for the price to go down, if not don't bother. I feel cheated & played. Narrator's pace was difficult, had to replay the beginning 3 times to get the gist. However, I am still looking forward to the next book.

Make Me Audiobook by Lee Child

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lee Child) — Thu, 10 Sep 2015 04:46:53 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Make Me Subtitle: Jack Reacher 20 Author: Lee Child Narrator: Kerry Shale Format: Abridged Length: 4 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 09-10-15 Publisher: Random House AudioBooks (UK) Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 39 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Jack Reacher has no place to go and all the time in the world to get there, so a remote railroad stop on the prairie with the curious name of Mother's Rest seems perfect for an aimless one-day stopover. He expects to find a lonely pioneer tombstone in a sea of nearly ripe wheat...but instead there is a woman waiting for a missing colleague, a cryptic note about 200 deaths, and a small town full of silent, watchful people. Reacher's one-day stopover becomes an open-ended quest...into the heart of darkness. Prepare to be nailed to your seat by another hair-raising, heart-pounding adventure from the master of the thriller genre! Members Reviews: Another hit for Lee Child Even when Child's book isn't his best, it's still great. I'm never disappointed with the narrator, my real Reacher, who perfectly depicts the large, enigmatic protagonist. As usual, the antagonist were a bunch of dudes who didn't know when to leave well enough alone. The biggest question, does he ride off into the sunset alone or with a companion? Enjoyable read I had to read the book to get a better understanding of the characters next time I will get the unabridged copy but it was ok Lee Child, Oops How I enjoyed the earlier, full lenght, books by Mr. Child. Jack Reacher roamed and rambled, his musings on the life he lead and the lives he saw around him as satisfying a read a visiting with wise old great uncke at a family reunion. In this short book, I did like the story, shocked at the ending, in fact, but yhe overall read left me feeling I'd rented the Cliff Notes. Fast and Gripping A true Lee Child. thriller. narrated well by Kerry Shale.. could have been longer.. didn't want it to end in just 4 hours.. poor poor compared to rest of the series. feels like it rushed through what could have been a really good topic.

The Dark Lake Audiobook by Sarah Bailey

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sarah Bailey) — Tue, 03 Oct 2017 19:33:32 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Dark Lake Author: Sarah Bailey Narrator: Kate Hosking Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 42 mins Language: English Release date: 10-03-17 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 30 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: In a suspense thriller to rival Paula Hawkins and Tana French, a detective with secrets of her own hunts the killer of a woman who was the glamorous star of their high school. Rose was lit by the sun, her beautiful face giving nothing away. Even back then, she was a mystery that I wanted to solve. The lead homicide investigator in a rural town, Detective Sergeant Gemma Woodstock is deeply unnerved when a high school classmate is found strangled, her body floating in a lake. And not just any classmate, but Rosalind Ryan, whose beauty and inscrutability exerted a magnetic pull on Smithson High School, first during Rosalind's student years and then again when she returned to teach drama. As much as Rosalind's life was a mystery to Gemma when they were students together, her death presents even more of a puzzle. What made Rosalind quit her teaching job in Sydney and return to her hometown? Why did she live in a small, run-down apartment when her father was one of the town's richest men? And despite her many admirers, did anyone in the town truly know her? Rosalind's enigmas frustrate and obsess Gemma, who has her own dangerous secrets - an affair with her colleague and past tragedies that may not stay in the past. Brilliantly rendered, The Dark Lake has characters as compelling and mysteries as layered as the best thrillers from Gillian Flynn and Sophie Hannah. Critic Reviews: "Sarah Bailey combines the very best elements in this stunning debut thriller - a troubled detective still trying to find her way as a female investigator, a small town haunted by secrets both past and present, and a beautiful victim whose unsettling allure appears to be her biggest asset and largest downfall. With clever twists and all-too-human characters, this book will keep you racing toward the end." (Lisa Gardner, number one New York Times best-selling author of Right Behind You and Find Her) Members Reviews: So depressing! Oh my....I kept waiting for something redeeming to come out of this book! The story is depressing. The narrator was depressing. Im sorry. I know its a best seller, but come on! Even murder mysteries can be at least entertaining.

The Sword of God Audiobook by Mark Dawson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mark Dawson) — Fri, 08 May 2015 12:41:52 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Sword of God Subtitle: John Milton, Book 5 Author: Mark Dawson Narrator: David Thorpe Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 35 mins Language: English Release date: 05-08-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 303 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: A man called Milton walks into town.... On the run from his own demons, John Milton treks through the Michigan wilderness into the town of Truth. He's not looking for trouble, but trouble's looking for him. He finds himself up against a small-town cop who has no idea with whom he is dealing and no idea how dangerous he is. But Milton is double crossed and badly injured. Unarmed and alone, he flees into the remote Porcupine Mountains with a posse on his tail. His enemies thought they could hunt him down. That was a mistake, and, where Milton is concerned, one mistake is all you get. From best-selling author Mark Dawson (the John Milton and Beatrix Rose series), The Sword of God is the fifth in the acclaimed series of thrillers that listeners love. Mark Dawson has worked as a lawyer and currently works in the London film industry. His first books, The Art of Falling Apart and Subpoena Colada have been published in multiple languages. Members Reviews: Not as exciting as the first 4 John Milton books. I am a huge fan of Mark Dawson's books, both the John Milton Series and the Beatrix Rose series. Sword of God is quite good, but not as good as the four prior books in the John Milton series or any of the books in the Beatrix Rose series. UGH - Dawson's Writing Boring Polemics. March of the monotonous! 3 STARS!!?? Why? This Brit author knows how to spot the world's real terrorists. You thought maybe in the midst of AL-Qeada, ISIS, or perhaps, Taliban? Uh, nope. So how about Boko Haram, Al Shabab, or the North Korean Government? Again... nope, nope and nope. Dawson's 'hero' John Milton can spot them if they work for small American town sheriffs and quote the Old Testament. In fact, the slightest whiff of Republican scent's enough to tighten Milton's trigger finger. Yep, Dawson knows that fat, stupid, and stereotypically evil white supremacists fill squad cars and offices in every rural US community. all tensed to wield their 'Sword of God'. You're safer to sleep unarmed in the Congo bush, the streets of Mosul, or San Pedro Sula, Honduras than to bristle with weapons into any South-Western U.S. town with a population less than say, 10,000. Advice: There's no need to even hear the noisy first chapter of 'Sword of God' if you've listened to the last chapter of "Saint Death" or the first chapter of "The Driver". Absent minor differences, 'Sword of Death' simply (and I mean SIMPLY) reprises each of them. And absent the existential threat of "The Group" dangling over Miltion's head like another legendary sword... Well this entire book's like a bottle of seltzer whose lid's been popped for a couple of months. And then there's David Thorpe's increasingly BAD American accents. It's one thing for Dawson-through-Thorpe's lips to endlessly bash Britain, after all his dialect allows some cred. But I'd rather get my American bashing from CNN, MSNBC, ABC, CBS, the NYT or the Washington Post. NPR may be passing the same anti Western-Civ gas as the BBC, but it gets its mouth-music right - y'know? Perhaps in future books Mr. Dawson will leave my USA to find some other culture to despise. After listening to five of his John Milton polemics... I'll probably never know. Goodby John Milton and God speed. Ooops...

Winter Warriors Audiobook by David Gemmell

biacuaduc@gmail.com (David Gemmell) — Thu, 14 Sep 2017 07:44:38 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Winter Warriors Subtitle: Drenai, Book 8 Author: David Gemmell Narrator: Sean Barrett Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 4 mins Language: English Release date: 09-14-17 Publisher: Orion Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 26 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: The prophecy was clear. Upon the death of three kings, the world will be plunged into chaos, and all the castout demons of history will return to bring blood and horror to the world. Two of the kings are dead. The third, about to be born, is hunted by the Demon Riders of the Krayakin, Lords of the Undead. All the terrifying forces of evil range against a pregnant queen at bay in a haunted forest. But she is not alone. Three warriors stand with her, the last remnants of the once proud Drenai army. Three old men, ancient heroes, discarded by the king: Nogusta the Swordsman, Kebra the Bowman, and the hulking fighter, Bison. The fate of empires rests on their fading skills as they journey through a tormented world on a perilous quest to save the unborn king. Members Reviews: Another Awesome bk by David Gemmel & Sean Barrett About 6 wks ago I found David Gemmells "Legend" The story of Drugs the Deathwalker & have burned through the Drenia series @ a pace that saddens me cause I know it's drawing to an end. Everytime Iv read/listen to one of DG's bks voiced by the outstanding Sean Barrett (a top 3 narrator in my personel pantheon on narrators) I think of Nine Fingers & for those of you that know the genre that's high praise. So staying with that thought if you love the "Bloody Nine" don't wait, start with Legend & I'll meet you @ the end of the Drenia series. Yes, it's that good! Sean Barrett is the perfect voice for David Gemmell's work! Turned a long drive alone into an adventure in Gemmell's world. Thoroughly enjoyable! The worst part of the Drenai series. But still OK All jokes repeating over and ovet. The plot doesnt make much sense either. But still enjoyable. Purple mountains with two moons. 8 books in to a series of 11 and I'm still gripped from start to finish. Although I enjoy the books of David Gemmell, I have to add the narrator Sean Barrett provides a truly outstanding performance. One thing I will do once I have concluded the Dream series will be to check other books narrated by Sean Barrett. A great meld of author & narrator. Better in text but Gemmell still pulls through Which scene did you most enjoy? My favourite scene would give away a spoiler Any additional comments? I am not a big fan of audio books from authors I usually take the time to read such as Gemmell because I hear the narrators voice when I go back to reading the books. However, when I don't get time to read anymore audio books like these can help make up for it when driving or walking the dog etc. I read this a few years ago on my kindle so getting the audio companion price is what tipped me over into making this purchase. With the one exception of how the narrator does the females voices there is nothing to pick fault about. The book/story is as good as anything else by Gemmell and the narrator rises to the challenge of performing what I consider to be epic fantasy by the best author in this genre ever.

The Third Secret Audiobook by Steve Berry

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Steve Berry) — Fri, 27 May 2005 08:59:11 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Third Secret Author: Steve Berry Narrator: Paul Michael Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 26 mins Language: English Release date: 05-27-05 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 606 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Vatican City, present day: Papal secretary Father Colin Michener is concerned for the Pope. Night after restless night, Pope Clement XV enters the Vatican's Riserva, the special archive open only to popes, where the Church's most clandestine and controversial documents are stored. Though unsure of the details, Michener knows that the Pope's distress stems from the revelations of Fatima. Equally concerned, but not out of any sense of compassion, is Alberto Cardinal Valendrea, the Vatican's Secretary of State. Valendrea desperately covets the papacy, having narrowly lost out to Clement at the last conclave. Now the Pope's interest in Fatima threatens to uncover a shocking ancient truth that Valendrea has kept to himself for many years. When Pope Clement sends Michener to the Romanian highlands, then to a Bosnian holy site, in search of a priest, possibly one of the last people on Earth who knows Mary's true message, a perilous set of events unfolds. Michener finds himself embroiled in murder, suspicion, suicide, deceit, and his forbidden passion for a beloved woman. In a desperate search for answers, he travels to Pope Clement's birthplace in Germany, where he learns that the third secret of Fatima may dictate the very fate of the Church, a fate now lying in Michener's own hands. Critic Reviews: "Berry handles his thriller tradecraft skillfully: his descriptions are stellar, and of special interest, he offers a vivid re-creation of the majestic conclave, in which the College of Cardinals elects a new pope." (Booklist) Members Reviews: Captivating and moving story! I thoroughly enjoyed Berry's previous novel, The Romanov Prophecy, and so was very excited to see this release on Audible. Like his previous work, Berry puts his spin on a classic historical event with intrigue. As such, his work may remind readers of Dan Brown and such, but he truly is a unique author. He develops his character well, and the story is continually moving. My only critique of this novel was that the ending, that is the secret, seemed a bit convenient, and thus not credible. Oh well, the story is still great and definitely a must listen! This one is ok What did you like best about The Third Secret? What did you like least? The writing was great and the constant interation between the characters was good. I thought the end was a bit of a letdown and Mr Berry was promoting his agenda. It is the book by him that I liked the least. The potenr\tial was great and then it just duds out What about Paul Michaels performance did you like? He was great Was The Third Secret worth the listening time? up until the end If you don't mind........ .........reading the author's personal religious beliefs disguisd as a suspense novel, be my guest. Not up to Dan Brown standards. Forgeting that the story line is very unbeleivable, I don't like my suspense novels being op-ed pieces. Sorry, I really was looking for another DaVinci code but got a 12 hour editorial instead and I probably agree wih most of what the author is preaching. The priest takes a lover Is it really plausible for a vatican based priest to lose faith as fast as the main character in this book? He is sent on a quest by a pope he respects and is his mentor and what does he do? He immediately includes his former lover.

Breathless Audiobook by Dean Koontz

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Dean Koontz) — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 06:20:08 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Breathless Author: Dean Koontz Narrator: Jeffrey Cummings Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 11-24-09 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 714 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Grady Adams lives a simple, solitary life deep in the Colorado mountains. Here the 35-year-old carpenter works out of a converted barn, crafting exquisite one-of-a-kind furniture. There's little about this strong yet gentle man to suggest the experiences that have alienated him from the contemporary world. But that is about to change.One day, while hiking, Grady spots a pair of stunningly beautiful furred animals unlike anything he's ever seen. They flee the instant they detect his presence, but the mystery of that brief encounter remains. In the days ahead, Grady will approach the creatures again, gaining their trust but coming no closer to solving their mystery. For this he enlists the help of an old friend, veterinarian Camellia "Cammy" Rivers, who, in turn, is stunned - and enchanted - by Grady's new "pets." But while Grady and Cammy carefully observe these enigmatic animals for clues to their origin, they, too, are being watched. Soon Grady's home and hundreds of square miles of surrounding wilderness will be placed under quarantine by Homeland Security. And Grady, Cammy, and the two creatures they've come to feel they must protect at all costs find themselves virtual prisoners - and the unwilling focus of an army of biologists, naturalists, and research scientists. But it's a stunning event no one could have foreseen that convinces Grady and Cammy to do the unthinkable: to escape with the two creatures on a riveting race for freedom. Don't miss the chance to chat with Dean Koontz! Join us on December 17 at 7 pm (ET) for Audible Live on Facebook. During a live video chat, Dean Koontz will be taking your questions and comments about Breathless, his other books, and much, much, more. ©2009 Dean Koontz (P)2009 Brilliance Audio, all rights reserved Critic Reviews: "Koontz is a superb plotter and wordsmith. He chronicles the hopes and fears of our time in broad strokes and fine detail, using popular fiction to explore the human condition." ( USA Today)"Koontz is at the top of his game...both a great storyteller and a novelist of ideas...one of the most important novelists writing today." ( National Review) Members Reviews: Lifeless I have read virtually every Dean Koontz book for the last 20 years and must say the last few novels I have read (Darkest Evening of the Year, Your Heart Belongs to Me and Breathless) have been more than disappointing. Other than the Odd Thomas series, the more recent works have been basic formulas reworked from other older books, stale antagonists and gaping plot gaps. Breathless held much potential and then turned into poorly veiled commentary about theology. The characters were likeable enough, but 90% of the novel was development with a rushed, poorly conceived climax (if it can be calledd a climax at all). I remain a loyal Koontz fan, but expect much more from my favorite author. Not his best As a longtime fan of Koontz, I have always marveled at his story telling mastery. This book starts out promisingly. As with most of his books, numerous story lines are introduced, and the reader has the natural expectation that eventually they will blend into a single strong narrative. As I grew ever closer to the end of the book, and the story lines had not yet merged, I wondered how Koontz could end the book with so few pages to go. Well, the ending is abrupt and unsatisfying. I felt somehow cheated.

Only the Truth Audiobook by Adam Croft

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Adam Croft) — Wed, 01 Mar 2017 09:30:02 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Only the Truth Author: Adam Croft Narrator: Nigel Patterson Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 03-01-17 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 79 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Dan Cooper has never been the perfect husband to Lisa. He travels for work and plays the carefree bachelor when he can. But now, on a solo business trip, in a remote coastal hotel, he's surprised to find Lisa in his bedroom. She's dead. He has no idea how she got there, but one chilling fact is clear: everything points to Dan having murdered her. Someone is trying to frame him. Someone who might still be watching. In panic, he goes on the run. But even as he flees across Europe, his unknown assailant stacks up the evidence against him. Dan is determined to clear his name and take revenge on Lisa's killer, but the culprit is closing in. And then there's the agony of his own guilty conscience. No, he didn't kill her - but is it all his fault? Members Reviews: LOVE IT!!!!! Love the accent on the narrator. The storyline is very interesting. You don't want to put the book down until the mystery is solved. Don't Waste Your Money This book wasnt for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more? People from Britian How did the narrator detract from the book? The British accent. Any additional comments? It was so slow, the British accent sucked. I listened to an hour and couldn't take it anymore. It was a waste of my money! gripping story, but disappointed in the ending kept me guessing until the middle, then became too strange. narration was great good book for an afternoon listen Not for me I thought this would be something like Gone Girl but I was wrong. It was a lackluster attempt. The main character was dreadful and annoying. The climax was anything but. And the ending a dull thud. I usually don't give bad reviews but the only thing endearing about it was the audio performance. Great performance. story slow at part's Story was a little slow and wordy. I like a little more action. Great twist at the end

Killfile Audiobook by Christopher Farnsworth

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Christopher Farnsworth) — Tue, 09 Aug 2016 19:16:52 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Killfile Subtitle: A Novel Author: Christopher Farnsworth Narrator: Bronson Pinchot Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 08-09-16 Publisher: HarperAudio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 393 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: The author of The Eternal World seamlessly combines history, biotechnology, action, and adventure in this high-concept thriller in the spirit of James Rollins, Brad Thor, and Douglas Preston. John Smith has a special gift that seems more like a curse: He can access other people's thoughts. He hears the songs stuck in their heads, their most private traumas and fears, the painful memories they can't let go. The CIA honed his skills until he was one of their most powerful operatives, but Smith fled the agency and now works as a private consultant, trying to keep the dark potential of his gift in check - and himself out of trouble. But now Smith is unexpectedly plunged into dangerous waters when his latest client, billionaire software genius Everett Sloan, hires him to investigate a former employee - a tech whiz kid named Eli Preston - and search his thoughts for some very valuable intellectual property he's stolen. Before John can probe Preston's mind, his identity is compromised, and he's on a run for his life with Sloan's young associate, Kelsey. Hunted by shadowy enemies with deep resources and unknown motives, John and Kelsey must go off the grid. John knows their only hope for survival is using his powers to their fullest - even if means putting his own sanity at risk. Members Reviews: Familiar story but still worth it It's a fairly common "human weapon" story: The operative shaped by a crappy childhood, toughened by the military and desensitized by covert missions who now is out on his own, rich, and paired with a sexy young thing. Add to this plot a somewhat familiar storyline of having psychic abilities that are used for both good and evil. The notable twist is that it's skillfully written and told in a time travel way that doesn't lose or confuse you. Instead it holds your intense interest in two, sometimes three, storylines. To be candid, though, half way through I was ready to give it 5 shining stars, but then in the middle it wasn't that original and it became maybe even a little preachy, but once you get over that hump it is a roller coaster of action and page turning. Oh, and Bronson Pinchot - BRAVO! Fan of Farnsworth Imaginative, as always. Mr. Farnsworth manages to come up with the most implausible characters (his first three novels were about the President's vampire) and make them come to life. His plots are always extremely entertaining. He can't write fast enough for me. Excellent Story!!! Would you listen to Killfile again? Why? I loved this book, the writing was excellent, I mean really excellent, there are so many authors just throwing words onto a page to get yet another book out regardless playing off their names & previous works, it's sad most especially for the person attempting to read these works. Farnsworth is talented, I haven't read his other books but Killfile was fantastic, highly recommend! Outstanding Book...could not stop listening. What made the experience of listening to Killfile the most enjoyable? The reader was spot on. The dialogue in this book is terrific. It is witty, sarcastic and very funny. This is science fiction but it is done so well you believe it.

Isolated Audiobook by Matt Rogers

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Matt Rogers) — Tue, 15 Aug 2017 18:15:27 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Isolated Subtitle: Jason King Series, Book 1 Author: Matt Rogers Narrator: Roger Wayne Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 37 mins Language: English Release date: 08-15-17 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 30 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: On a cold night in Australia, two construction workers driving along a deserted mountain road are gunned down inside their vehicle. The killings are fast. Efficient. An assassination carried out with expert precision. The only witness to the crime is a man resting by the side of the road. Recently retired, he'd flown halfway across the world to escape his demons. Ex-US black ops operative Jason King. Quickly spotted, King is targeted by those in the shadows of a small country town, ruthless killers determined to tie up loose ends. They have no knowledge of the violent past they are about to revive.... Members Reviews: Fast paced with plenty of action... As the other reviewer for this book said, this is a Jack Reacher-ish sort of character with the biggest exception being that instead of him traveling around the United States he is a globe trotting "knight in shining armor "! He's also got some personal demons he's running from. He knows he's done some bad things in the name of good being a former DELTA but still can't help but feel guilt. In this book he's in Australia. While sitting under a tree he sees two construction workers murdered in cold blood by what he believes are contract killers. When he goes to the closest town he finds it is very small and is being terrorized by a group of motorcyclists who think they are bad boys. That is until they meet Jason King, the protagonist. He's got all the time in the world to do what he thinks is right!! Sounds a little familiar huh? But with The bar being set by Lee Child it's kind of hard not to make comparisons. This story takes a strange twist about 1/2 way through and Jason realizes it's not so coincidental that he's there at the same time as the hired guns, he recognizes someone he used to work with. Anyway, I found this to be a very entertaining, fast paced, action packed and believable book. No superman antics. It will be interesting to see how this character progresses. Roger Wayne does the narration. I've never listened to him before but thought he did a great job. My next purchase will be the newly released second book in this series. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. If you found this review helpful please indicate so. Thank You. High octane suspense thriller! Over recent months I've read the 4 and 5 star reviews by Audible listener Shelley of the six novels in the Jason King series. So gave Book 1 a try. Think of Jason King as a globe trotting Jack Reacher with a cell phone. In addition Jason King has a confidential military past as a US government hit man. Many extreme action thrillers tend to substitute continuous for as plot. Isolated has both a very good plot and huge amounts of action. Certainly much of the fighting and other extreme action by the protagonist strains credibility bounds, but it's called fiction for a reason. This series will appeal most to adrenaline junkies. Isolated is that first book I have listened to Roger Wayne narrate. His narration is outstanding. Started off okay - Got steadily worse throughout This book doesn't make any sense.. A Jack Reacherish type person... No reason to be doing what he's doing. A random do-gooder who makes it his business to get into things not his business.

206 Bones Audiobook by Kathy Reichs

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Kathy Reichs) — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 01:12:25 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: 206 Bones Subtitle: A Novel Author: Kathy Reichs Narrator: Linda Emond Format: Unabridged Length: 10 hrs and 12 mins Language: English Release date: 08-25-09 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 966 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Tempe and Lieutenant Ryan had accompanied the recently discovered remains of a missing heiress from Montreal to the Chicago morgue. Suddenly, Tempe was accused of mishandling the autopsy -- and the case. Someone made an incriminating phone call. Within hours, the one man with information about the call was dead. Back in Montreal, the corpse of a second elderly woman was found in the woods, and then a third. Seamlessly weaving between Tempe's present-tense terror as she's held captive and her memory of the cases of these murdered women, Reichs conveys the incredible devastation that would occur if a forensic colleague sabotaged work in the lab. The chemistry between Tempe and Ryan intensifies as this complex, riveting tale unfolds. Reichs is writing at the top of her game. Members Reviews: Wow, pretty sure this is the in the series This is by far my favorite book in the series. There was the usual science, the wonderful Brennan and Yeah, Andrew Ryan. This novel had more character development than in other recent books in the series. I loved every minute of it. I rarely just listen for an entire weekend but I couldn't stop. I love the narrator who brought the characters to life. Sad that we'll have to wait another year for the next one. Did I read a different book? I listened to this book of Reichs' despite several ho-hum reviews. All I can say is I found it engaging although a little predictable. I thought other reviewers comments were way off base. First the story is of a forensic anthropologist being gaslighted by someone, so there has to be some level of detail about the situation explained to the reader. I thought that she did a good job in doing that and potentially educating the public about good and bad forensics. As for the French, well merde, it does take place in Quebec, and I guess it was excessive, if you're a second grader. No greater than one word in 1000 was in French, and most were immediately translated. Probably would raise complaints from the native Quebecois about not having enough to make it authentic! I like this for the light escape that I expect from Reichs' books. I would rate it better than many of her others. best bones novel I love the bones books. I have listened to them all. Like its tv counterpart, the down side; 1, the main character rarely or never has fulfilling relationships, or sex. 2. The stories have a similar plot. The good, the Author really draws you in. after reading one of her books, you feel that you are the main character, you feel that you have been where she has been, tasted what she has tasted and been hurt (without actually getting hurt). The science woven in is my favorite part, and much of it is probably the real kind of science, not sci fi. My other favorite part is the rich culture. The sometimes French phrases, or Spanish phrases, or the descriptions of a persons French sounding contrived. I generally only listen to a book once, but it has been about 6 months and I am lonely for a good novel, so, I am going to listen to it again starting today. Btw.. if you listen to it, you will be done in a day, because you will not be able to stop listening to it. Loved it! I think this is one of Kathy Reichs' best. Even when I figured out what had happened (in the last hour of the "read") I was still thoroughly engaged in finding out how things would resolve. There is NOT too much French.

The Eight Audiobook by Katherine Neville

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Katherine Neville) — Fri, 28 Sep 2007 14:56:45 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Eight Author: Katherine Neville Narrator: Susan Denaker Format: Unabridged Length: 25 hrs and 49 mins Language: English Release date: 09-28-07 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 523 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: The south of France, 1790: Mireille de Rémy and her cousin Valentine are young novices at the fortress-like Montglane Abbey. With France aflame in revolution, the two girls burn to rebel against constricted convent life - and their means of escape is at hand. Buried deep within the abbey are pieces of the Montglane Chess Service, once owned by Charlemagne. Whoever reassembles the pieces can play a game of unlimited power. But to keep the Game a secret from those who would abuse it, the two young women must scatter the pieces throughout the world. Critic Reviews: "Even readers with no interest in chess will be swept up into this astonishing fantasy-adventure....destined to become a cult classic." (Publishers Weekly) Members Reviews: Best Plot-Driven Novel I've Ever Read The Eight was Katherine Neville's debut novel and was published in 1988. She's never come close to the magic of this book since, but most writers never hit this level of amazing story telling after many years so even 25 years after its debut, I am still in awe of The Eight and Neville's ability to write it. I read the book when it first came out and fell in love with it. Several years later I re-read it and was stunned all over again. I have had the same reaction to The Eight each of the 4 times I read it. Yet, I have hesitated to get it on audio - I didn't want one of my favorite books ruined by a bad narrator. However, I finally broke down and got the audiobook and I'm so glad I did; Susan Denaker does a fine job with narration. Some folks have compared Neville's writing to Dan Brown, but with all respect to Brown (I loved the Da Vinci Code) I think Neville's writing is far more sophisticated and this reads more like Umberto Eco. Some reviewers have said that the plot is complex, but I think intricate would be a more precise word for it. Neville weaves into her mystery about the Montglane Service (Charlemagne's chess set) myths and legends from Europe, Russia, Northern Africa, and the Middle East and history, philosophy, and science from the 8th century forward and she uses music, astronomy, dance, and chess moves as clues in the puzzle. The Eight does require some attention (its not a "background" kind of book), but the plot unfolds logically and for all its intricacy it is not difficult to follow. You don't have to play chess (I don't) to follow the story, but chess players may have a special appreciation for some of the plot twists. If I could really review this totally without bias, I might take off a bit for some lack of character development, a couple of awkward shifts in POV, and kind of a lame romance (doesn't factor much in the book, thank goodness), but the plot is just so great, I can't be unbiased. I love The Eight as a book and I love The Eight as an audiobook. I would recommend it to anyone who loves a mystery or just an amazing plot-driven story. Finally I have waited for years I have read this book twice and I don't read books over. It is one of the best books. The tension that is built over the story is amazing. It's just an amazing book. I can't say enough. impressive on every level This book has been a blast! There is mystical intrigue, historical perspective, scientific application and modern day issues all combined in an entertaining, coherent story.

The Drowning Audiobook by Camilla Lackberg

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Camilla Lackberg) — Thu, 03 Sep 2015 13:25:39 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Drowning Subtitle: Patrik Hedstrom, Book 6 Author: Camilla Lackberg Narrator: Simon Vance Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 09-03-15 Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 379 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: In the latest from worldwide best seller Camilla Lackberg, a new novel from a reclusive Fjallbacka resident has enraptured the community - but what secrets and tragedies are lurking behind the pages and threatening to come to life? Christian Thydell's dream has come true. His debut novel, The Mermaid, has been published to rave reviews. So why is he as distant and unhappy as ever? When crime writer Erica Falck, who helped Christian discover and develop his talents, learns he has been receiving anonymous threats, she investigates not just the messages but also the young author's mysterious past. Then one of Christian's closet friends, Magnus, goes missing. Erica's husband, Detective Patrik Hedstrom, has his worst suspicions confirmed as the mind games aimed at Christian become a disturbing reality. Christian's group of friends - a "gang of four" from childhood - is a tangled web of relationships, love triangles, and family secrets that Erica and Patrik must unravel in order to discover what really happened to Magnus and who is still threatening Christian. But with the victims themselves concealing evidence, the investigation is going nowhere. Is their silence driven by fear or guilt? What is the secret they would rather die to protect than live to see revealed? Members Reviews: Should have really been three and a half stars The story development, as usual, was great. And then...the puzzle gets solved. The explanation was too farfetched. I will definitely read the next Camilla Lackberg. I just hope she gives the mystery a little more thought. A real puzzler, but... I enjoyed the psychological ins and outs of this mystery, but in the end I felt manipulated when characters figure things but the reader is left guessing what those details are. Vance is an excellent narrator and I always enjoy his reading. I like the detective and his clever wife and their relationship. Everything was great until the last paragraph which was just too over the top for me. I won't spoil anything, but I really did not like where I got dropped off - cliff hangers are highly overrated. What?!?!?!? Everything about this book was great...until the end. It was so random. What a disappointment! Stoopid People, Stoopid Novel, Stoopid Cliffhanger. I've been on a Scandanavian mystery binge lately and have really enjoyed discovering some great authors. This is not one of them. The women in this novel, especially Ericka, are set up to be SO much smarter than the men, who, to a man are bumbling fools lead around by the nose of their empowered wives and girlfriends. At least two dozen times lead characters didn't answer cell phones leading to unnecessary complications and misunderstandings. Every man, except the Dastardly One, are henpecked idiots. Potential readers should be warned that this novel ends on such a contrived cliffhanger that it beggars belief. Simon Vance is amazing, as always. Goosebumps... I've never read a book that gave me chills and goosebumps all over my body. I want to find Camilla Lackberg and just stare at her for 15 minutes in complete wonderment and angst over this tale and the ending of this book. Absolutely Fabulous. Completely fulfilled my need for a Thriller. Wow!

Interview with Michael Crichton Audiobook by Michael Crichton

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Michael Crichton) — Tue, 21 Dec 2004 04:09:14 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Interview with Michael Crichton Author: Michael Crichton Narrator: Beth Anderson Format: Original Recording Length: 19 mins Language: English Release date: 12-21-04 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 521 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Best-selling author Michael Crichton talks with Audible's publisher Beth Anderson about his latest book, State of Fear. In this interview, Crichton explains how he came to rethink common wisdom about global warming. In the three year process of writing and researching the book, Crichton witnessed firsthand how difficult it can be to unearth scientific truth in a heavily politicized atmosphere. He warns against fanaticism and explains why a healthy skepticism is imperative in these fearful times. Listen to our exclusive interview Michael Crichton and learn the real story behind State of Fear. Members Reviews: Thought provoking and entertaining The interviewer asked well-conceived questions, not the usual biographical trivia of a magazine (how many pets do you have?). It was interesting to hear how Mr Crichton came upon his intial subject, and how during subsequent research his opinions and conceptions of even larger issues were changed. I highly recommend listening to this interview before or after reading the book "State of Fear", or simply for its entertaining and thought provoking insight on how Mr Crichton develops a new book. Excellent! A very informative and balanced interview with Michael Crichton on his book "State of Fear", but it really goes much deeper than that. Insight is given into how the book came about and also the life decision and conclusions that Crichton arrived at after 3 years of his own intense research. Highly recommended!! A great post reading interview This is a nice summary of Crichton's motivations in writing this book. Short and sweet. Great perspective on the environment. This is a free interview on his controversial view of global warming. It's smart, scientific, enlightening and entertaining. nice background What did you love best about Interview with Michael Crichton? It was interesting. You got to hear more about the book & why he wrote it. Would you ever listen to anything by Michael Crichton again? Yes - I like his novels. What aspect of the narrators performance would you have changed? Well, this was an interview - there was no narrator. I thought the interviewer did a good job though.

Vertical Run Audiobook by Joseph R. Garber

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Joseph R. Garber) — Fri, 08 Sep 2000 04:56:27 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Vertical Run Author: Joseph R. Garber Narrator: Stephen Lang Format: Abridged Length: 5 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 09-08-00 Publisher: Bantam Doubleday Dell Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 193 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: He has no idea why. All Dave knows is that he can trust no one and that with the building sealed off he must use all the ingenuity at his disposal to outsmart his determined pursuers. Members Reviews: Vertical Run A non stop action thriller that will keep you guessing. It is well read and acted by Stephen Lang and rates as one of the best audio books I have ever heard, and is an excellent abridgement of the book. Great Book...but Audible blew it. Would you try another book from Joseph R. Garber and/or Stephen Lang? Yes - Yes Great narrator. He was not the problem. Who was your favorite character and why? Marge How could the performance have been better? Audible butchered this story through its abridging....almost shameful. My wife happened to be reading the book as I listened to it and without her, I would not of known the true ending. No spoiler, but the book ends with the contents of a memo which wraps up the entire ending and alludes to the whereabouts and/or fate of three characters. Audible abridged it so poorly, they cut out the details for two of the characters and only gave you the fate of the main character....horrible job. Leaves you wondering and a little confused at the end. Really leaves me suspect of audible and what I missed in other books. This book is being made to a movie and the mistake in the abridging will become even more apparent as more people read it and listen to it by Audible. REALLY disappointing. Did Vertical Run inspire you to do anything? Re-read other books that were abridged by Audible. The abridging in this one was REALLY careless. Any additional comments? When abridging the text for the audible performance changes the core plot of the book, then its the listeners that get cheated. And this one cheated me. The absolute BEST! I've read and re-read Vertical Run many times and believe this is the FINEST audio book ever produced. Stephen Lang brings tension and dark humor to the novel that I find positively captivating. Joseph Garber is a bit like Thomas Harris, in that he isn't a prolific writer. But his writing makes me want this story to continue (he left the door open for that possibility) and to read any future books. I could not recommend this book more highly. A+++! This one is GREAT Keeps your interest from start to finish. Want to read other books by this author. A tight page-turner! I haven't heard the audiobook, but I read the paperback a few years ago. The book took me on a great ride, and I didn't want to stop reading until the last page. I am looking forward to his new book "Whirlwind" to come to audio format.

Keep Her Safe Audiobook by Sophie Hannah

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sophie Hannah) — Tue, 19 Sep 2017 06:34:42 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Keep Her Safe Subtitle: A Novel Author: Sophie Hannah Narrator: Fiona Hardingham, Caitlin Kelly, Nicole Poole Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 48 mins Language: English Release date: 09-19-17 Publisher: Harper Audio Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 45 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Liane Moriarty says that "no one writes twisted, suspenseful novels quite like Sophie Hannah". Packed with twists and clues, simmering with tension, this electrifying new thriller shows why. She's the most famous murder victim in America. What if she's not dead? Pushed to the breaking point, Cara Burrows flees her home and family and escapes to a five-star spa resort she can't afford. Late at night, exhausted and desperate, she lets herself into her hotel room and is shocked to find it already occupied - by a man and a teenage girl. A simple mistake at the front desk...but soon Cara realizes that the girl she saw alive and well in the hotel room is someone she can't possibly have seen: the most famous murder victim in the country, Melody Chapa, whose parents are serving natural life sentences for her murder. Cara doesn't know what to trust - everything she's read and heard about the case or the evidence of her own eyes. Did she really see Melody? And is she prepared to ask herself that question and answer it honestly if it means risking her own life? Members Reviews: Keep Her Safe So so boring and no conclusion. I hated this book because it abruptly ended with a conundrum. No! I struggled and had to push myself to get thru this. Unrealistic, I hated the narration and it seemed never ending. Definitely don't recommend. No mystery. No suspense. No point. No recommendation for this book at all. It had a few interesting characters and one really annoying one. Not worth the time.

Drunken Fireworks Audiobook by Stephen King

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Stephen King) — Tue, 30 Jun 2015 05:15:07 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Drunken Fireworks Author: Stephen King Narrator: Tim Sample Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 06-30-15 Publisher: Simon & Schuster Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1290 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Only on audio! A brand-new, never-before-published Stephen King short story unavailable in any other format! Alden McCausland and his mother are what they call accident rich; thanks to an unexpected life-insurance policy payout and a winning Big Maine Millions scratcher, Alden and his Ma are able to spend their summers down by Lake Abenaki, idly drinking their days away in a three-room cabin with an old dock and a lick of a beach. Across the lake, they can see what real rich looks like: the Massimo familys Twelve Pines Camp, the big white mansion with guest house and tennis court that Aldens Ma says is paid for by ill-gotten gains courtesy of Massimo Construction. When Aldens holiday-weekend sparklers and firecrackers set off what over the next few years comes to be known as the 4th of July Arms Race, he learns how far he and the Massimos will go to win an annual neighborly rivalry - one that lands Alden in the Castle County jail. Read by beloved Down East storyteller Tim Sample - praised by Stephen King for his wit and talent and good-heartedness - Drunken Fireworks makes for explosive audio listening. Critic Reviews: "[N]arrator Tim Sample unfurls the story of an escalating rivalry with precision.... Sample's sardonic delivery peppers a sordid narrative with moments of flippancy, and by grounding the dialogue and characterizations in specificity, he keeps a tight reign on King's kaleidoscopic sense of detail. An odd, enjoyable summer listen, and an excellent recommendation for non-horror fans who are interested in King's work." (AudioFile) Members Reviews: I Think Stephen King Knows My Neighbors Being from a rural state, this wild romp is totally believable. It's a different genre for King.. pure humor and character development. Maybe for some, it borders on the incredible... but not for me. I know these people. I expect the usual reviews from all the readers who will complain that it's not horror. (It's like readers obligate King to stay in that genre, or by God, he will hear about it). But the bottom line is that he always nails it, and is the benchmark for most anything he puts on paper. Let the man write. This story is just pure fun. Would you consider the audio edition of Drunken Fireworks to be better than the print version? Absolutely! It would be a good read - but the audio version takes it to a whole new level. Who was your favorite character and why? The main character and his mama. I love his New England accent. Plus, he says some uproariously funny stuff. Have you listened to any of Tim Samples other performances before? How does this one compare? No, this is the first one. I'd like to hear some of his other work. If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be? One-upsmanship - a cautionary tale. Any additional comments? I can see this being a movie. Not the usual fare I love it when Stephen king wanders off his usually horrific track and dishes out some tasty, stick to your ribs, down home tale of the poor down trodden getting their revenge in the most unexpected way-- love this story! Still, kinda waited on an axe murder to occur at any moment... A taste of down east humor. This is a charming tale of a rough but proud New England family. The dramatization is flawless and hilarious. Love it! Fun for 4 th of July. A Big Bang Wonderful narration. Great use of local color. Constant readers and others will love.

Killshot Audiobook by Elmore Leonard

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Elmore Leonard) — Wed, 27 Jul 2016 22:18:48 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Killshot Author: Elmore Leonard Narrator: Ron McLarty Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 07-27-16 Publisher: Phoenix Books Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 28 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Ironworker Wayne Colson and his spirited wife Carmen are witnesses to a shakedown scam - witnesses who must be eliminated. Enter Armand Degas, aka Blackbird, the brains of the operation, and his partner Richie Nix, an ex-con whose highest goal is to rob a bank in every state. A lively chase ensues when the Colsons enter the Federal Witness Security Program with two bumbling but determined killers on their trail. With its dead-on dialogue, memorable characters, and absolute authenticity, this is one of Elmore Leonard's all-time great novels. Critic Reviews: "Masterful...gemlike...bone-chilling." (Los Angeles Times Book Review) Members Reviews: You can't lose something you don't have. Not a fantastic Leonard, but still a very good one. Leonard is the master of defining 5-7 good characters, setting them all in motion and writing great dialogue as they orbit closer and closer and eventually either crash into one another or find an unnatural equilibrium. This story is basically a cat & mouse game between two bizarre criminals (One an impulsive shit-talker = Richie Nix. One an French/Ojibway Indian hit man = Armand Degas, Aka Blackbird, Aka Bird) and a middle-aged couple that probably needs to read Hold Me Tight: Seven Conversations for a Lifetime of Love. They aren't a bad couple. They probably just need a bit of marriage counseling. Oh, and they probably need her mother to move or die. One of the great things about good or great Leonard novels is not even the main cast of characters but his ability to breath life into bit players. He has a gift for dialogue and a talent for capturing essentials about the human condition in funky misfit characters. I'll leave my review there because if I write any more I'm tempted to expand into the nature of bureaucracy, the character of local cops, or feminism in crime novels and might just give too much of the plot away. And the surprised and twists are one of the real reasons to read Leonard. An Excellent Elmore The story was a little weak and not especially compelling. The characters were excellent though, beautifully drawn and compelling. Leonard's prose was spare and punchy as only he can be at his best. He IS the Hemingway of crime fiction. McLarty's performance was off the charts, one of the best I have ever heard. Great book with one annoyance. For some reason, the quality of the recording isn't good at all in some places and is quiet even at full volume. This doesn't ruin the book at all, but it's a tad irritating. Great book otherwise. Killshot A Bit Familar, But A Fun, Insightful Read I do enjoy Elmore Leonard's cynical and realistic view of criminals and law enforcement. So what do I mean by Killshot seeming familiar, yet fun? There are several key elements in most of his books... -The law enforcement agencies are made up of redneck, bull headed thugs, with exception of one or two talented cops. -Federal programs like Witness Protection are almost always protecting snitches who are guilty of equally heinous crimes as those they are ratting out. This turns out to be a real problem for the few truly innocent people in the system. - Leonard always does a great job with character development. The bad guys are stupid and cruel, yet wise in the ways law enforcement works. And they seem to have a unique insight into human nature.

Scandalous Behavior Audiobook by Stuart Woods

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Stuart Woods) — Tue, 12 Jan 2016 16:48:51 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Scandalous Behavior Subtitle: A Stone Barrington Novel, Book 36 Author: Stuart Woods Narrator: Tony Roberts Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 01-12-16 Publisher: Penguin Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 439 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Stone Barrington is back in fine form in the newest thriller from the number-one New York Times best-selling author. Stone Barrington is no stranger to nefarious schemes and tricky situations, but his newest adversary will certainly keep him on his toes.... Members Reviews: Pathetic! There's a modest little story that takes place in the last hour of the book. It's not much of a story and the rest of the book is just a tedious account of the lives of the rich and famous. After reading every Stuart Woods in existence I've avoided the last one or two because they have gotten so bad. This one had a couple of good reviews so I thought I'd give it a try. My mistake. Never again. Sorry Stuart but our relationship is officially over. My condolences to Tony Roberts for having to read this mess. No substance at all This book wasnt for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more? No one would What could Stuart Woods have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you? He starting to write like Danielle steel - stories about rich and rich people. The story line has no substance. What didnt you like about Tony Robertss performance? Good What character would you cut from Scandalous Behavior? Susan Any additional comments? I used to like his books before he started portraying stone barrington as a manager Good read Stones adventure was okay. I have read better . Tony Roberts never disappoints. I expected more. A rich Stone Barrington spending money. Not much of a storyline. Just how he spends money and gets laid. I have been a fan for many many years. Not much on this book. "Scandalous"? DEFINITELY! This book wasnt for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more? ONLY those that find being ridiculously and boringly "rich" warrants an "investment" of their time in reading/listening to this tripe. What was most disappointing about Stuart Woodss story? I find it hard to believe Wood's actually wrote this waste of time and talent ... SO far from his norm. Talk about ZERO plot development and total disrespect for his fans and listeners. Who would you have cast as narrator instead of Tony Roberts? Hey, Roberts is certainly capable of emoting but after all, ANY narrator can only do SO much with the words put in his mouth. If you could play editor, what scene or scenes would you have cut from Scandalous Behavior? Hmmmm? How 'bout the ENTIRE book? Any additional comments? PLEASE, Mr Woods, no more of this "I'm so rich" crap. What IS this? YOUR life's story?

Deadly Gift Audiobook by Heather Graham

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Heather Graham) — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 11:47:03 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Deadly Gift Author: Heather Graham Narrator: Phil Gigante Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 47 mins Language: English Release date: 01-29-10 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 228 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Zachary Flynn is off to Ireland to escort an old friend, Sean O'Riley, home to Rhode Island after a bout of illness in the land of his birth. Zach has no idea he'll be coming home with far more than old friends. While Zach doubts that murder was intended, he must accept the possibility, since Sean's business partner has gone missing. Caer, a woman with an agency in Ireland, knows that Sean's life is in danger, and she takes on the role of Sean's nurse to stay close to him. Zach doesn't trust her anymore than he trusts the third partner in the sailing and charter business, his wife, the cops, or the man in the moon. But if Sean is to make another Christmas, especially after receiving a strange gift in the mail, he knows he has to find the truth behind the mist that comes in the night, and the strange whispers of ancient Ireland that tease him in the darkness. Members Reviews: it was great!! my new favorite of hers! loved the Irish folklore! great job Heather! keep these coming! Especially this narrator Not as great as the other 2 Flynn books I really liked the first 2 series of the Flynn trilogy but I felt this wasn't great... The narration by Phil Gigante was amazing as always. Flynn Brothers meets the Luck of the Irish! This tale from the Irish lineage is my favorite of the trilogy. Great twists and turns. Happy to see the old tales wound up in a good mystery! Not awful.. ..but it does not live up to expectations based on the first two in the series. The female lead is completely underdeveloped and the chemistry between characters is poor at best. Far wierder than expected I don't mind occasional psychic ability. I'm not exactly fond of characters who see ghosts, but I can tolerate that if necessary. But this book goes way beyond those lines. Had I known what this story was about, I would never has bought the 3rd book in the trilogy.

Past Obsession Audiobook by Richard Keith Taylor

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Richard Keith Taylor) — Tue, 01 Aug 2017 09:60:18 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Past Obsession Subtitle: A Time Travel Thriller Author: Richard Keith Taylor Narrator: Paul Heitsch Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 50 mins Language: English Release date: 08-01-17 Publisher: Ransom Greene Press Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: It's 1942 and talented young artist Emily Torrance is brutally murdered. Seventy-five years later, Jim Mercer, a reporter for the LA Times, covers a J. Paul Getty Museum showing of Emily's work and is smitten by her self-portrait. Eventually becoming obsessed with the slain artist, Mercer investigates her murder and discovers something the cops of 1942 missed: evidence of Emily's killer, but more - proof of time travel. Mercer will leap back through time to 1942 to save Emily Torrance, if she can be saved, because he's found proof his future self has already time-travelled. Members Reviews: one of those you cant put it down What would you be willing to do for your true love? How far would you be willing to travel to save your true love? James Mercer, an LA Times reporter is given a bread and butter piece to write about a murdered artist, Emily Torrance, from 1942. Now, seventy years after her death, her work is being recognized. It is during his research that James falls for Emily and discovers his connection to the night she was found viciously murdered. James must decide what he needs to discover how to travel back to that night and save his true love and prevent her death. Can James save her and at what cost to his future? Richard Keith Taylor, the author, delivers a powerful tale that will hold listeners captivated. The story line is well-developed focusing on love, murder and the cause and effect rule in the future. Weaving his tale, Taylor plays on the emotions of his readers like a violin never missing a beat and keeping the suspense and action moving along steadily. His characters are well-developed and realistic. The plot twists are well delivered and timely. The narrator, Paul Heitsch performed the audio book professionally drawing the listener in with his talented skills of giving each character a voice. The narration appeared to be natural and realistic. Heitsch is definitely a thriller type narrator. Excellently done, I hope to hear more works by him. I enjoyed this thriller very much and listened to it practically non-stop. Its one of those you cant put it down or you will miss something. Definitely edge of your seat thriller! I did not experience any difficulties with the audio production or quality of this audiobook. Audiobook was provided for review by the author. Please find this complete review and many others at my review blog [If this review helped, please press YES. Thanks!] An emotional rollercoaster! Loved every second. Heart wrenching story. The narrator did an amazing job bringing the characters to life. Listen to this With this book having very few reviews I was not sure if it would be any good The storyline was believable and at times I found extra time to finish a chapter and near the end the anticipation is building to see if....well I won't spoil the book you will need to listen to this book

Fuse Audiobook by Julianna Baggott

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Julianna Baggott) — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 14:37:30 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Fuse Author: Julianna Baggott Narrator: Khristine Hvam, Casey Holloway, Kevin T. Collins, Pierce Cravens Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 44 mins Language: English Release date: 02-19-13 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 246 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: We want our son returned. This girl is proof that we can save you all. If you ignore our plea, we will kill our hostages one at a time. To be a Pure is to be perfect, untouched by Detonations that scarred the Earth, and sheltered inside the paradise that is the Dome. But Partridge escaped to the outside world, where Wretches struggle to survive amid smoke and ash. Now, at the command of Partridge's father, the Dome is unleashing nightmare after nightmare upon the Wretches in an effort to get him back. At Partridge's side is a small band of those united against the Dome: Lyda, the warrior; Bradwell, the revolutionary; El Capitan, the guard; and Pressia, the young woman whose mysterious past ties her to Partridge in ways she never could have imagined. Long ago a plan was hatched that could mean the Earth's ultimate doom. Now only Partridge and Pressia can set things right. To save millions of innocent lives, Partridge must risk his own by returning to the Dome and facing his most terrifying challenge. And Pressia, armed only with a mysterious Black Box containing a set of cryptic clues, must travel to the very ends of the Earth, to a place where no map can guide her. If they succeed, the world will be saved. But should they fail, humankind will pay a terrible price.... Book 2 of the Pure Trilogy. Members Reviews: ichi - ni - san - shi - go Pressia, Bradwell, Lyda, Partridge,and El Capitan, are all once again on a mission to bring down the Dome. If you have read the first book, then you will definitely enjoy this one! This is full of adventure, romance,sadness and has excellent narration! This will keep you on the edge until the very end however it will keep you hanging. If you dont like to wait for the ending, then I recommend waiting until the next and final book comes out before you start this one. CANT WAIT FOR THE NEXT ONE! What made the experience of listening to Fuse the most enjoyable? ......I love this series...I think it is so much more original and interesting then most dystopian society books, lately. I am just fascinated and horrified, by the way the nuclear blasts changed the world and the people. Well, at least the unprotected ... Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How? absolutely!The way the author can find beauty in the ghastly...is worth the listen....It will not disappoint! Which character as performed by the narrators was your favorite? The main characters are intricate and the way the author "writes them" to us, you truly care about them....its very cool.But there is something about "El Capitan" and his brother...I dont want to give anything away....you just need to listen....these books are like nothing else you've listened to. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? I loved the books from start to finish. But I enjoyed the way the people were described, finding how their deformities can be lovely. And their will to survive, under such dire conditions....It also has a lot of symbolism, I think....

Nowhere to Turn Audiobook by Lynette Eason

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Lynette Eason) — Mon, 29 Dec 2014 18:24:42 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Nowhere to Turn Subtitle: Hidden Identity, Book 2 Author: Lynette Eason Narrator: Meredith Mitchell Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 31 mins Language: English Release date: 12-29-14 Publisher: Tantor Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 172 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: The day Danielle Harding takes her 11-year-old son, Simon, and flees from her abusive husband is the same day Kurt Harding dies. A relieved Dani believes that she and her son are finally safe, but in reality, things are just heating up. When Kurt was alive, he took something important to a mysterious person. That person wants the item back and believes that Dani now has it. As she and her son run for their lives, they have nowhere to turn - until she hires Adam Buchanan of Operation Refuge and goes into hiding. Unfortunately, she won't be able to hide for long. From the first breathless scene, this tension-laced story will hold audiences in its iron grip. Best-selling author Lynette Eason propels listeners along at a breakneck pace in a race to discover the truth. Members Reviews: very good narrating Good story and very good narrating. The story took many twists and kept me guessing. Excellent The story had so many unexpected twists. Lots of bad people and yet the good people won. I liked how the story was completed. Wrapping up all loose ends. Not bad Nice tense action, good story line & plot. She definitely understands the abused relationship. Heard better but heard waay worse! Would still Recommend. After just listening to Sanderson's new Oathbringer series...this comes off a little simplistic, including performance. love it This is only my second book I've listened to by Lynette Eason and I'm addicted. I love that she has series as well! Good mystery, narrator is a bit lacking. Did Meredith Mitchell do a good job differentiating all the characters? How? Yes, but was a little Ben-Steinish with not as much emotion that seemed to be needed in places. Any additional comments? Good mystery, good ending. Will listen to the next in the series and hope the narration is a bit better, which wasn't horrible, just a bit lacking.

Free Fall Audiobook by Fern Michaels

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Fern Michaels) — Sat, 25 Oct 2008 17:11:04 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Free Fall Subtitle: The Sisterhood: Book 7 Author: Fern Michaels Narrator: Laural Merlington Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 10-25-08 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 187 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: The loyal friends who make up the Sisterhood have gathered at Myra Rutledge's beautiful Virginia home for the first time in a year, eager to talk, laugh, and share their joys and heartaches. For one of their number, it's an evening filled with anticipation. Because tonight, over delicious food and in the company of those she trusts most, it will finally be time to tell her story - and for the Sisterhood to help plan her revenge. Yoko Akia's mother was only 15 when a wealthy man swept her off her feet with promises of love. Instead, he filled her brief life with horror and misery. The Sisterhood has helped each other exact vengeance on rotten men before, but this time it's different. Their target is none other than America's favorite movie star - a brute who has conned the world into believing he's Mister Perfect. But he's about to learn that nobody - not even a powerful superstar - is above the Sisterhood's special brand of payback.... Members Reviews: Good Series Not my favorite book in this series. I stuggled to get through it but a nice wrap up at the end. Once Again Loved It I can't quite get excited about what might've the next book to follow. That's assuming there is one. But sure enjoyed all of these Sisterhood books. I keep trying to convince friends to read or listen to them. another good storytelling Once again a good story and an easy listen looking forward to the next instalment of tone ongoing sisterhood story brilliant I love that this book was left open for more in the series. Characters are a hoot! Another interesting, frustrating sisterhood story. Somewhat confusing chapter in the sisterhood chronicles...many moments of "what the??" In my opinion...for instance, Yoko is supposed to be 33, but her father - 3-time Oscar winning actor and sex slavery businessman Michael Lyons is supposedly 50...so he was 17 when he fathered her and was already running a lucrative sex slavery ring at the time? And crazy gluing him and the other men in the sex slavery ring was enough punishment, but last installment, Alexis had to tattoo her name in the offenders faces? Doesn't exactly seem fair to me...finally, I'm hoping this is the last we see of those two annoying Washington Post reporters...I get the Sisterhood vigilantes need antagonists in the story buy holy cow were those toe getting to be annoying as all heck! And like we were really supposed to believe they would have come back to D.C.? Regardless, I can't complain too much or else I'd be a hypocrite, because I always come back for more in this series so bottom line is as always, a very entertaining guilty pleasure of a series....

1,000 Yards Audiobook by Mark Dawson

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Mark Dawson) — Tue, 24 Mar 2015 07:46:20 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: 1,000 Yards Subtitle: A John Milton Short Story Author: Mark Dawson Narrator: David Thorpe Format: Unabridged Length: 2 hrs and 11 mins Language: English Release date: 03-24-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 295 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: From Amazon number-one best-selling author Mark Dawson, this novella is an introduction to John Milton, the most dangerous assassin in the pay of Her Majestys government. Meet John Milton. He considers himself an artisan. A craftsman. His trade is murder. Milton is the man the government sends after you when everything else has failed. Ruthless. Brilliant. Anonymous. Lethal. You wouldn't pick him out of a crowd, but you wouldn't want to be on his list. But now, after ten years, he's had enough - there's blood on his hands, and he wants out. Trouble is this job is not one you can just walk away from. In this dip into his case files, Milton is sent into North Korea. With nothing but a sniper rifle, bad intentions, and a very particular target. Will Milton be able to take on the secret police of the most dangerous failed state on the planet? Mark Dawson has worked as a lawyer and currently works in the London film industry. His first books, The Art of Falling Apart and Subpoena Colada, have been published in multiple languages. Members Reviews: Excellent story but too short I really enjoyed this short story. The writer was able to put me in the center of the story. The characters were realistic and fully developed. The plot was believable and exciting. I was disappointed that it was not longer because the writer had set the reader up for a roller coaster ride and it ended too quickly. I hope to see more material from this writer. The reader was also excellent. I had no trouble distinguishing who was who. He accelerated the excitement which added a measure of enjoyment. Mark Dawson Department Five novels his best work superb if too short. I have not found a single one of the John Milton Series or Department Five novels by Dawson a disappointment Good Story
Very good story, good characters, very entertaining. liking forward to the next book. The main character is very good at his job, gets out of almost impossible situations by knowing how most men will react to situations. Lots of action, and intrigue, very good for a spy type book. Great start to the John Milton series! Mark Dawson is a very successful British author who got his start self publishing. 1000 Yards is an Audible Studios produced short story that introduces John Milton to the audiobook audience. It is a great espionage story set mostly in North Korea. There are now a total of 2 short stories and 8 novels in the Milton series. From my perspective the quality has dropped in some of the more recent novels from 5 stars to 4 stars. It is still a wonderful series. New Start Good start for the series of books about John Milton. Lots of facts and figures that just got in the way of the story.

Snowbound Audiobook by Blake Crouch

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Blake Crouch) — Tue, 20 May 2014 16:60:26 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Snowbound Author: Blake Crouch Narrator: Jeffrey Kafer Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 05-20-14 Publisher: Mountainside Books, LLC Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 699 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: For Will Innis and his daughter, Devlin, the loss was catastrophic. Every day for the past five years, they wonder where she is, if she is - Will's wife, Devlin's mother - because Rachael Innis vanished one night during an electrical storm on a lonely desert highway, and suspected of her death, Will took his daughter and fled. Now, Will and Devlin live under different names in another town, having carved out a new life for themselves as they struggle to maintain some semblance of a family. When, one night, a beautiful, hard-edged FBI agent appears on their doorstep, they fear the worst. But she hasn't come to arrest Will. "I know you're innocent," she tells him, "because Rachael wasn't the first...or the last." Desperate for answers, Will and Devlin embark on a terrifying journey that spans 4,000 miles from the desert southwest to the wilds of Alaska, heading unaware into the heart of a nightmare, because the truth is infinitely worse than they ever imagined. Members Reviews: NOT THE PIECE OF COMFORT PIE YOU WERE LOOKING FOR THE BEAUTIFUL THING ABOUT A 12 GAUGE, IS YOU DON'T HAVE TO BE A GREAT SHOT. Extremely entertaining from start to finish. A strong female lead who may or may not be a good guy. A few twists and a mystery that needs solved. This book starts in Arizona goes through Canada and ends up in the middle of nowhere Alaska. It involves a family man lawyer, a former FBI agent, a teenager with Cystic Fibrosis, a rogue special forces group that goes bad, a truck driver and the Alaskan Mob. What's not to like? The rating is a little low in this because some women who didn't read the reviews and who had absolutely no idea what they were getting into rated the book. This is a shoot-em up mystery that involves lots of sex and violence and I don't believe the author has tried to hide that at anytime. It is also written by Blake Crouch, who is famous for this type of book. THE LEATHERING OF HER FACE The book has flaws and is a little unbelievable in parts. A father taking his child into some very dangerous situations, one too many twists (as mentioned by other reviewers), people getting the crap beat out of them or frost bitten or chewed up by wolves and then coming back from the dead so to speak to kick ass (as mentioned by other reviewers). For me the entertainment value, the fast pace, the evil characters, and the real feeling of what it might be like to lose a loved one in this way, over shadowed the flaws and kept the book at a five star rating for me. I am really liking the books I have read by Crouch so far and will listen to more. I see too, I believe they have made a series on one of the channels about his Pines series. I hope to catch that. Jeffrey Kafer does a great job and belongs in one of the top two tiers of narrators. Some problems in story but gripping anyway The storyline was a little hard to swallow but I literally didn't put the 'book' down until it was over. A lot of 'aww come on now" moments when people bounced back from horrific assaults to their bodies, or ventured into life threatening situations w no apparent fear but overall a fun gripping read. Better Than A Good Movie! Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why? This audiobook is the best of Blake Crouch's I have listened to yet. The narration is outstanding as well.

Leviathan Audiobook by David L. Golemon

biacuaduc@gmail.com (David L. Golemon) — Mon, 05 May 2014 06:12:22 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Leviathan Subtitle: Event Group Adventure, Book 4 Author: David L. Golemon Narrator: Richard Poe Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 58 mins Language: English Release date: 05-05-14 Publisher: Recorded Books Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 220 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: The ships of the world are under attack, attacks so sudden and vicious that many ships are lost without a single distress call. Enter the Event Group, the most secret organization in US history. Armed with proof that history is repeating itself, the Group finds themselves in the grasp of an insane genius straight out of the pages of Jules Verne. Members Reviews: Leviathan: A Classic Journey! This exhilarating re-imagining of the Jules Verne and Alexandre Dumas classics, 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea and The Count of Monte Cristo, will keep you glued to your head phones. It is a fast paced and entertaining story spanning 150 years and culminating with an Event team underground and underwater nuclear face-off. David Golemon has hit one out of the park! And Richard Poe does not miss a beat with his performance. I highly recommend this. Just one small word of caution: It helps if you have read at least one of the previous books in the series to know some of the characters back stories. I would recommend Event, the first in the Event Group Thriller Series. Enjoy. Silly This book wasnt for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more? Not sure who might like it, but it was a definite disappointment for me. Does not measure up to prior stories in this series. Has Leviathan turned you off from other books in this genre? No. What did you like about the performance? What did you dislike? Narration was fine, but could not overcome the storyline. If you could play editor, what scene or scenes would you have cut from Leviathan? This may be harsh, but as an editor I would not have submitted this for publication. Any additional comments? This is probably others' cup of tea, Just not for me. Too far out. great story I cannot get enough of this event group thrillers. keep them coming!!!i love them all so far. Another good book Like most of the Event Group books, I really enjoyed the look into the author's depiction of historical works, such as the Count of Monte Cristo, and Fictional characters like Nemo. The book was action packed and the depiction of the "Bad Guys" was interesting. Plus there was a pretty solid plug for conservation efforts throughout which I agreed with. My only real issue with the book is the way the characters flat out dismiss some of the aspects as, "impossible" "mythical" or "Insane". This is a group of people that have seen actual alien life forms, and what is basically an amphibious swamp monster and other unbelievable things, and every one there is completely closed to what's happening. If I had seen what they had seen and someone told me that big foot had a plan for world domination, I might not believe it, but I'd at least let the guy try and prove it. Even the guy in charge of the Crypto-biology division just flat out rejects the idea of a life form out of hand. I mean, that's literally his job. Although this aspect didn't have a huge part to play in the plot, and the rest of the book was really quite good, it was something that bugged me whenever it came up. Modern Captain Nemo. The retelling of 20,000 leagues with a modern twist. This is the fourth of the event group books and the over arching plot is helping evolve the characters.

The Amber Room Audiobook by Steve Berry

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Steve Berry) — Tue, 06 Feb 2007 11:21:04 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Amber Room Author: Steve Berry Narrator: Scott Brick Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 55 mins Language: English Release date: 02-06-07 Publisher: Books on Tape Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 672 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Now, two powerful men have set their best operatives loose in pursuit, and the hunt has begun once more.... Life is good for Atlanta judge Rachel Cutler. She loves her job, loves her kids, and remains civil to her ex-husband, Paul. But everything changes when her father, a man who survived the horrors of World War II, dies under strange circumstances and leaves behind clues to a secret he kept his entire life...a secret about something called the Amber Room. Desperate to know the truth about her father's suspicious dealings, Rachel takes off for Germany, with Paul close behind. Shortly after arriving, they find themselves involved with a cast of shadowy characters who all claim to share their quest. But as they learn more about the history of the treasure they seek, Rachel and Paul realize they're in way over their heads. Locked in a treacherous game with ruthless professional killers and embroiled in a treasure hunt of epic proportions, Rachel and Paul suddenly find themselves on a collision course with the forces of power, evil, and history itself. A brilliant adventure and a scintillating tale of intrigue, deception, art, and murder, The Amber Room is a classic tale of suspense and the debut of a strong new voice in the international thriller genre. Critic Reviews: "Plotted cleverly and written with style and substance. A welcome change from the usual legal-thriller fare from wanna-be Turows." (Booklist) "Sexy, illuminating, and confident. The Amber Room is my kind of thriller: a globe-trotting treasure hunt packed with exotic locales, sumptuous art, and ruthless villains. Steve Berry writes with the self-assured style of a veteran." (Dan Brown, author of The Da Vinci Code) Members Reviews: Where's the editor? I usually listen to audiobooks uncritically; however, this one is so flawed that it fairly yells out for help. Let me just get this out of the way: many writers have tics, but Berry's is so irritating that it makes ME want to yell out for help. "What had Monica said..." "What was it Churchill said ..." "What had Hitler said ..." Well, good grief, why ask me? Just get on with it and stop asking these posturing questions! Berry displays such a lack of knowledge of idiomatic and grammatical usage that I want to yank him by the ear and drag him straight to Freshman Composition class. Ever hear of dangling modifiers, Mr. Berry? What was it Strunk and White said ...? A writer with this many books under his belt should have an editor who knows more about usage than the writer. What I want to know is, who was the editor of this book? The family dog? The book has an intriguing premise, but the writing is simply shoddy. The only interesting character is the one who shouts expletives every second or third word. I sympathize with him.

Robert Ludlum's The Bourne Sanction Audiobook by Eric Van Lustbader

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Eric Van Lustbader) — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 09:57:56 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Robert Ludlum's The Bourne Sanction Author: Eric Van Lustbader Narrator: Jeremy Davidson Format: Unabridged Length: 16 hrs and 6 mins Language: English Release date: 07-29-08 Publisher: Hachette Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 741 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Specter tells him that a former student and son of his old friend was killed by Muslim extremists known as the Eastern Brotherhood. Their leader is a man named Semian Icoupov, and he must be stopped because his next terrorist target is believed to be right here in America. While Jason is busy pursuing Icoupov in Russia, he's become a target himself. Inside CI, a battle is brewing for control over the agency. In order to show the incompetence of its current director, two Pentagon operatives plan to accomplish what CI never could: hunt Bourne down and destroy him. Critic Reviews: "Don't ever begin a Ludlum novel if you have to go to work the next day." (Chicago Sun Times) Members Reviews: He's no Ludlum! On top of the disjointed storyline and too many boring, stereotypical characters, the writing is just atrocious! The metaphors rival those of an aspiring junior high writer. I've enjoyed the Bourne stories because they are based on a sensational premise but are/were so well written and well thought out that they were believable. This book requires way too much suspension of disbelief...there's actually a part where the writer can't really explain how the handy cross bows got to the right place at the right time. And the twists and turns are just absurd!! Don't waste your time or money. Couldn't wait till it ended I didn't think this book would ever end. There was nothing to figure out, all the plot was revealed during conversations often with random people met totally by chance. Bourne was stupid and didn't out flank anyone in this one, just sailed along as people told him stuff. The Americans only worried about their careers fighting between agencies and didn't even know there was a terrorist attack planned. Bourne bounced around working for first one group then another, sometimes two at a time? People trying to kill him for no reason except thier own careers. One agency hires random people off the street with no training? Don't waste your money or time. Mr. Lustbader, you are not a Robert Ludlum With over 100 audiobooks under my belt (not including many, many books on tape, this has to be the worst. It is awful, slow and tedious. I finished it (I must like pain) but deleted it from my iPod and library. The book started fine, died after 10 minutes, and ended with a climax-less close. Zzzzzzz Awful I've been an Audible subscriber for almost 8 years and I swear this is the worst audio book I've ever listened to. Boring writing style, characters that are hard to care about, and a story line that's...well...a "long" stretch. Sorry, Robert Ludlum, but this is not the kind of tripe you would have lent your name to had you still been alive. the bourne saction if i were ludlum, i would be ashamed to have my name associated with this imitation, cliche ridden story line. at times like this i wish i could get my money back.

The Gray and Guilty Sea Audiobook by Jack Nolte, Scott William Carter

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jack Nolte) — Tue, 29 May 2012 20:22:29 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Gray and Guilty Sea Subtitle: A Garrison Gage Mystery Author: Jack Nolte, Scott William Carter Narrator: Steven Roy Grimsley Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 24 mins Language: English Release date: 05-29-12 Publisher: Flying Raven Press Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 357 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: A battered detective. A dead girl on the beach. A small town on edge. A curmudgeon. An iconoclast. A loner. That's how people describe Garrison Gage, and that's when they're being charitable. After his wife's brutal murder in New York, and Gage himself is beaten nearly to death, the crippled private investigator retreats 3,000 miles to the quaint coastal town of Barnacle Bluffs, Oregon. He spends the next five years in a convalescent stupor, content to bide his time filling out crossword puzzles and trying to forget that his wife's death is his fault. But all that changes when he discovers the body of a young woman washed up on the beach, and his conscience draws him back into his old occupation - forcing him to confront the demons of his own guilt before he can hope to solve the girl's murder. Members Reviews: Interesting This book seemed to be a combination of opposites. I bought it based on the good reviews I had read. And I largely agree with them. The story is about Garrsion Gage, a former private investigator who is now a curmudgeonly, withdrawn, broken man, who has retired to be alone in a small Oregon coast town after his wife was killed and his leg permanently injured in an attack. He lives with his memories and crossword puzzles, and except for Mattie--an older woman who lives in a small house he owns and her granddaughter Zoe, he has no contact with anyone. Everything changes when he finds the body of a young woman, washed up on the beach. The opposites (to me) were the fact that the author has created an interesting and believable protagonist, who is far from being without redeeming features. In fact, over the course of the book, he is revealed to have many sides to himself. The plot, as mysteries go, is better than many--certainly held my attention, and I noticed myself thinking about it, wanting to get back to listening, in between times. It moved well, kept a good pace, had well-developed characters and just had enough twists and turns to have it be always engaging. And yet, I would say the author was a good writer of story, without being skillful at his craft. There were times I groaned out loud, at some of his cliche similes and descriptions. I felt like people do, who attend "B" movies for fun, just because they are so awful! At some point I simply decided that the story was good enough to ignore the beyond-corney descriptions. And similarly, the narrator did an outstanding job of creating different voices, including the few women--which I think can be a challenge for a man reading. Very, very good at that. But--and this seemed in tandem with the author's terrible descriptions, as to the pace of the reading, and inflection, and the weight of words in places, I wished I could have had a rag to bite on, as one thing after another spoiled the moments of listening. And if I had to listen to him mispronounce the word "spindly" one more time (why DID the author use it so much?) I thought I would scream. So I wanted to write this to say that I really liked this book. And I fully intend to listen to the next in series. And I have decided to focus on the story and characters--which are quite good, and just "listen around" all the other stuff. Oddly, this was a good enough story to be worth the misery of what sometimes had a bit of an amateurish feel to it.

No Way Back Audiobook by Rick Mofina

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Rick Mofina) — Tue, 22 Dec 2015 06:48:23 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: No Way Back Author: Rick Mofina Narrator: Christian Rummel Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 12-22-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 219 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: San Francisco crime reporter Tom Reed is burned out. On the day he decides to finally quit the news business, a sensational story breaks. A heart-stopping robbery-homicide at a jewelry store. The suspects have shot and killed a police officer before fleeing with a female hostage. Reed rushes to the scene, his passion resurrected for one last big story. Arriving at the chaos, Reed is stunned to learn from a staff member, still clutching a receipt, that the hostage is his wife, Ann Reed. Horrified, Reed confronts San Francisco Homicide Inspector Walt Sydowski and other detectives on the case. All know the odds. Reed is paralyzed with anguish, but his son, Zach, refuses to give up hope of finding his mother, despite the grisly trail left by the killers. Now the clock is ticking down as Reed battles his demons and Sydowski in a life and death search for Ann. Members Reviews: Rick Mofina writes wonderful suspense thrillers!! No Way Back is the 4th novel in the reporter Tom Reed and and cop Walt Sydowski aeries by Rick Mofina. First released in 2003 No Way Back is also Mofina's 4th novel. Few authors are as successful at building suspense to the point it becomes nerve-racking as Mofina; Mofina achieves sustained nail-biting suspense in all of his six novels I have read thus far. The publisher's summary sets up No Way Back perfectly. Narrator Christian Rummel makes this great novel even better. Despite his normal baritone-like voice he is able to give each character his or her own voice. His ability to credibly do female and children's voices is remarkable. Those who have not yet discovered the wonderful suspense novels of Rick Mofina are in for a treat. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!! another winner! this is my second Mofina book, and I loved it. Engrossing characters, thick storylines and fantastic narration! Had me from the beginning! What a great book! It developed the characters well, showed their strengths and weaknesses, kept the intrigue going from beginning to end, and built the suspense throughout. I couldnt stop listening! Plus, I never tired of the narrator, he did a great job! Excellent! Glad I stumbled on this book. Going to look for others by this Author and Narrator Another great book by Mofina!! I really enjoyed this book by Mofina!! It had a great storyline, suspense, great characters, & fabulous narration to make this book a winner!!

SEAL Team Six Outcasts Audiobook by Howard E. Wasdin, Stephen Templin

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Howard E. Wasdin) — Mon, 04 Jun 2012 03:10:08 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: SEAL Team Six Outcasts Subtitle: A Novel Author: Howard E. Wasdin, Stephen Templin Narrator: Phil Gigante Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 13 mins Language: English Release date: 06-04-12 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 126 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Alex Brandenburg: SEAL Chief Petty Officer and Outcasts Team Leader. Disobeyed direct orders by refusing to let a deadly terrorist live to kill another day. Francisco "Pancho" Rodriguez and John Landry: SEAL Petty Officers First Class. Took the pursuit of justice into their own hands with explosive results. Catherine "Cat" Fares. Navy Petty Officer. Holds an unbeatable record for pissing off the top brass with her strongly stated opinions on the combat readiness of women. The teams mission: Take out the seven terror merchants vying to take Bin Ladens place. The teams status: Expendable. When Americas controversial Phoenix Program was buried during the Vietnam War, a new program rose from its ashes. A top-secret Special Operations unit, with a core mission to combat terror wherever they find it, Bitter Ash grew ever more necessary in a new world of Islamic fanaticism. Now, Bitter Ash is forming a special team, a SEAL Team Six with a difference. It is Tier One, on par with SEAL Team Six and Delta, but it will report directly to Bitter Ash, and its fight will take place under the cover of dark. With Bin Laden dead, the petty leaders within al Qaeda struggle to assume his role at the top. The president of the United States doesnt want any of them left to dominate... and that means he has only one choice. But doing whats needed without political repercussions will take a small team flying under the radar. A team capable of finessing the U.N.s distinctions on national sovereignty and acts of war. A team like the Outcasts. With no official support from their government and no one to rely on but themselves, the Outcasts must track down each target. Hot on the tail of the third, Brandenburg and the team start to realize that they are closing in on a larger plot, one that puts the security of the United States in dangerous jeopardy. The terrorists are threatening American territory once again, and the Outcasts will have to do what SEALs do best. Whatever it takes to keep their country safe. Members Reviews: Unsung Heroes What did you love best about SEAL Team Six Outcasts? The valor and honor of these seals, even if they are fiction or not. (Honestly, I couldn't tell and don't want to be part of the firestorm that is currently surrounding books like this.) Who was your favorite character and why? I liked Alex and Kat, but the other guys were just hilarious, even in the throroughs of a fire fight. What about Phil Gigantes performance did you like? He's a great narrator. He differentiated his voice so it was easy to follow the story and who was talking. Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you? Yes, on the train when the Seals stepped up to protect one that wasn't their own. Won't ruin it for you, but it made me proud to support the armed forces, knowing these were the types of people we have in the field. Any additional comments? Do yourself a favor and listen to this one with a vet. Not only will you appreciate them more but you'll understand why they reup for three, four, and five tours. Makes sense now, even if it breaks your heart later. Getting Back Into SEAL Team Six Would you listen to SEAL Team Six Outcasts again? Why? Yes, SEAL Team Six Outcasts was another great listen. The SEALS amaze me. Their identity is the SEALS.

No Mercy Audiobook by John Gilstrap

biacuaduc@gmail.com (John Gilstrap) — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 22:35:05 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: No Mercy Author: John Gilstrap Narrator: Jeremy Gage Format: Unabridged Length: 15 hrs and 10 mins Language: English Release date: 09-29-09 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 667 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: But when an Indiana college student is abducted, and Jonathan's meticulous plan explodes into a deadly shooting spree, the local authorities are out for blood - and they're not alone. Someone wants to control a devastating secret...Someone rich and powerful...Someone willing to capture, torture, an kill anyone to get it. Even the people Jonathan loves most... Critic Reviews: "[T]his fast-paced tale of violence and revenge is all about plot, of which there is plenty." (Publishers Weekly) "Rocket-paced suspense." (Jeffery Deaver) "No Mercy grabs hold of you on page one and doesn't let go. Gilstrap's new series is terrific. It will leave you breathless. I can't wait to see what Jonathan Grave is up to next." (Harlan Coben) "The release of a new John Gilstrap novel is always worth celebrating, because he's one of the finest thriller writers on the planet. No Mercy showcases his work at its finest -- taut, action-packed, and impossible to put down!" (Tess Gerritsen) "A great hero, a pulse-pounding story -- and the launch of a really exciting series." (Joseph Finder) Members Reviews: Good story; terrible narration. Love Audible books, listening to 1 every week. However listening to this story is like watching grass grow. The English accent narrator is not suited for an action/adventure story. "We're going to kill you," comes across as "Let's meet for tea and crumpets, shall we?" I am a fan of John Gilstrap but in audio form is painfully tedious. Poor Narration It is hard to separate the awful narration from the otherwise acceptable plot. At times, I thought my MP3 player had run out of battery, then realized it was just another interminable pause in the reading, as if the narrator had run out of breath. I can't imagine how this prissy-voiced reader was selected to read an American action thriller. It is so distracting that I almost gave up on the book, but was on a long drive without other options. Narration detracts from excellent story This tight, fast-paced story with interesting characters holds your attention. Though somewhat one-dimenisonal, the characaters have a way of interacting that makes their personal relationships seem real. John Gilstrap's dialogue is well-written, but Jeremy Gage distracts as the narrator. His voice grates. Regardless of which character he represents, he always sounds like an old New England school teacher who lives in over-heated rooms with several cats. Worst of all is his penchant for ending sentences on a rising note as if he has a question. Listen to the sample before you order and give some thought as to whether you might also have a problem with the narration. Good book; bad performance Would you try another book from John Gilstrap and/or Jeremy Gage? John Gilstrap writes a good taut, fast-paced story in No Mercy that I would like to read. Unfortunately, reader Jeremy Gage ruins it as an audio book. I don't know anything about him, but he sounds like he is quite elderly and reading for small children. He reads in a "sing-songy" voice that never varies pitch, timbre or pace. He doesn't change anything when speaking as different characters so it is hard to tell who is speaking among the characters, even between men and women. His English or maybe, New Englandish accent would be more fitting for an Agatha Christie novel.

Deep in Death Audiobook by Colleen Helme

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Colleen Helme) — Wed, 15 Apr 2015 16:53:11 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Deep in Death Subtitle: Shelby Nichols, Volume 6 Author: Colleen Helme Narrator: Wendy Tremont King Format: Unabridged Length: 8 hrs and 46 mins Language: English Release date: 04-15-15 Publisher: Colleen Helme Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 307 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Running "errands" for her mob-boss employer Joey "The Knife" Manetto often ends with Shelby in trouble, making her cautious about continuing her association with him. Instead, she focuses on a new client, who hires Shelby to find her missing mother. What seems like a routine case turns into something more sinister and deadly than she ever imagined. In the meantime, Uncle Joey has summoned Shelby to his office, where she runs into her former nemesis. Shelby inadvertently hears something that makes her fear for the lives of Uncle Joey and his hit-man Ramos. This time, Uncle Joey is not sure he wants to involve Shelby in something he knows could get her killed. Keeping Shelby's involvement to a minimum has disastrous results, sending Shelby on a dangerous path. As her investigation unfolds, Shelby finds death at every turn, and soon realizes she is in over her head. Can she escape from danger in time? Or will she find herself deep in death? Members Reviews: I am now addicted to this series! Deep in Death is Volume 6 in the terrific Shelby Nichols Adventures series which is likely best known for its balance of suspense and humor; this one contains humor but intense suspense drives this novel. Shelby is almost recovered from her gunshot injury to her arm and is ready to take on clients again. Her first case is a young woman about to be married who wants to find out what happened to her mother who disappeared several years ago. Of course her mobster friend "Uncle" Joey also has some work for her so her dear friend Ramos, Uncle Joey's enforcer and hit man, is also involved. Like in the prior novel in the series Shelby's husband Chris also plays a major role. Shelby uncovers a serial murder when looking for the young woman's mother. The Shelby Nichols Adventures in the most enjoyable series I have ever listened to. Narration is also terrific. (This is the 2000th audio book I have rated at Audible.) Humorous Paranormal Mystery You Won't Want to Miss Any additional comments? After getting shot in her last adventure, Shelby Nichols wants to stay out of trouble, at least for a while. Things, however, never go as planned. Taking on a new case, Shelby is looking in to the disappearance of her clients mother, Darcy Shaw. In order to figure out what happened to her, Shelby looks into the mothers old acquaintances. Digging up old relationships, however, uncovers a serial killer. Fitting the killers perfect victim, he plans to make Shelby his next target. When Joey the Knife Manetto, aka Uncle Joey, and her friend, Ramos are caught in a yacht explosion, Shelby may find herself on her own with this case. Determined to figure out what happened to Joey and Ramos, and to get away from the killer, Shelby heads to their last known location, Seattle. Can Shelby solve both cases and come out alive? Narrator, Wendy Tremont King is a great complement to Colleen Helmes book. Her unique voices bring to life Colleens well developed character and Shelbys world. The character dynamics are spot on and make for an enjoyable, humorous read. The plot is complex, engaging, and keeps the reader guessing whats going to happen next. The author expertly switches between internal and external dialogue and King smoothly handles them without missing a beat. Readers who have read the other books in the Shelby Nichols adventures wont be disappointed.

Butterfly in Amber Audiobook by Camilla Monk

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Camilla Monk) — Thu, 29 Jun 2017 01:25:21 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Butterfly in Amber Subtitle: Spotless, Book 4 Author: Camilla Monk Narrator: Amy McFadden Format: Unabridged Length: 13 hrs and 14 mins Language: English Release date: 06-29-17 Publisher: Yaypub Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 181 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: He's waiting for you... Under a blanket of snow, surrounded by dark woods and a frozen sea, lies an ogre's castle. There lives a little princess, trapped in the maze of her own mind. On a battlefield where the past meets the present stands a fairy godmother and a pirate, an old ice cream man and a knight in shining clean armor... The clock is ticking fast, and to pierce the ogre's secrets and defeat him, Island Chaptal will have to fight to remember...and stay alive. Can the Lions and the Roomba cats be stopped before it's too late? Members Reviews: Good but not as good as the first three... The best part of the book is at the end when revelations are made. Other than that, the plot was a bit slow and the trope used (amnesia) was a bit unnatural but overall a good read An awesome series! I absolutely love this series. Spotless is such a fun read and it was a joy hearing it. Worth the $$S Another terrific entry in the Spotless series! I have been reading/listening to this series since book 1, Spotless, and I'm so glad that I discovered this series and Camilla Monk! If you are new to the series, you must start with Spotless and read the series sequentially or you will be completely lost. The opening of Butterfly in Amber was quite a surprise because it was darker than any of the previous books. I liked the change in tone but luckily as things unfold, we return to more of the humor and hijinx that we have grown accustomed to in previous books. This was definitely a satisfying conclusion to the ongoing storylines, and I was so glad to see that there is still more to come ("Apache Strike Force" is a very entertaining novella about March meeting Island's father, and then a fifth book is set for release later this year). Amy McFadden is a terrific narrator of this series -- I can't imagine anyone else voicing Island or March. I'm so glad that she's been able to give life to all of these stories, and I hope that she's on board for book 5! If you've been enjoying the Spotless series, I wholeheartedly recommend adding "Butterfly in Amber" to your book collection! AUDIBLE 20 REVIEW SWEEPSTAKES ENTRY Captivating!!! Another fantastic story by Camilla Monk wonderfully narrated by Amy McFadden. Amy's narration makes this story come alive....a must listen!! Great story but offensive I actually really enjoyed this series. What pisses me off though is that as a Romanian, I feel pretty tired of reading American fiction where random mentions of my country or Romanian people are always negative or demeaning. Before shitting on an entire country, I feel that authors in general should do better research or just pick another country that you know more info about.

The Lion, The Lamb, The Hunted Audiobook by Andrew E. Kaufman

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Andrew E. Kaufman) — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 00:26:03 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Lion, The Lamb, The Hunted Author: Andrew E. Kaufman Narrator: Luke Daniels Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 38 mins Language: English Release date: 04-23-13 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 319 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: She only stepped outside for a minute But a minute was all it took to turn Jean Kingsleys world upside down - a minute shed regret for the rest of her life. Stepping into her worst nightmareBecause when she returned, she found an open bedroom window and her three-year-old son, Nathan, gone. The boy would never be seen again. A nightmare that only got worse. A tip eventually leads detectives to their killer, a repeat sex offender, and inside his apartment, a gruesome discovery. A slam-dunk trial sends him off to death row, then several years later, to the electric chair. Case closed. Justice servedor was it? Now, more than 30 years later, Patrick Bannister unwittingly stumbles across evidence among his dead mothers belongings. It paints her as the killer and her brother, a wealthy and powerful senator, as the one pulling the strings. What really happened to Nathan Kingsley? Theres a hole in the case a mile wide, and Patrick is determined to close it. But what he doesnt know is that the closer he moves toward the truth, the more hes putting his life on the line, that hes become the hunted. Members Reviews: Keeps your interest I found this to be a very good suspense/thriller. Patrick, now a reporter was an abused child, that we become acquainted with throughout the book, since he found evidence of a long ago missing child in his dead mother's belongings. The whole book is trying to solve the mystery of why his mother would be in possession of the medallion worn by the missing child. Patrick puts himself in deeper and deeper danger as he unravels the puzzle.Clues unfold and Patrick's tormented upbringing comes to light, as a killer pursues him. Meh Lots of immature dialogue, probably thrown in for entertainment, but it wasn't. I don't understand where the high ratings came from. One review mentioned it as being a B movie, I think they were right.... The Lion, The Lamb, The Hunted I just finished listening to this fantastic book by Andrew E. Kaufman and performed/read by Luke Daniels. I gave it five stars and would give it 10 if possible. The storyline was unique, intense and kept me glued to it until I was finished. It was so well conceived, tightly written, you felt like you were in the story yourself. The characters were so identifiable that it felt as though I was riding along with Patrick. There are places where you laugh, places where you cried with empathy and action aplenty so that you never had a moment the story didn't have you hooked, sometimes to the point that I would realize I was holding my breath, anxious to rush forward to know what was going to happen next. You begin to feel invested in the characters and your emotions rode up and down, around and around. It kept you guessing until the end and when the plot came together at the end, you felt relief for the characters but you didn't want to let go. I just couldn't get enough. I look forward to the next book by Mr. Kaufman that I can dig into! And the narrator, Luke Daniels, really brought the book to life for me. He was flawless in his delivery of different characters. But his delivery of Patrick was so very authentic, I felt as though Patrick Bannister was telling his own story with a voice that was rich, emotion-filled, personable. Thank you to both the author and the reader for making this one of the best books I've read or listened to in a very long time.

Thicker Than Blood Audiobook by Blake Crouch

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Blake Crouch) — Thu, 19 Jun 2014 07:33:44 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Thicker Than Blood Subtitle: The Complete Andrew Z. Thomas Trilogy Author: Blake Crouch Narrator: Eric G. Dove Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 06-19-14 Publisher: Mountainside Books, LLC Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 146 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Thicker than Blood: The Complete Andrew Z. Thomas Trilogy is now available featuring a gold mine of killer bonus features, including the never-before-released alternate endings to both Desert Places and Locked Doors, which together comprise the length of an additional novel. Desert Places: A Novel: Andrew Z. Thomas is a successful writer of suspense thrillers, living the dream at his lake house in the piedmont of North Carolina. One afternoon in late spring, he receives a bizarre letter that eventually threatens his career, his sanity, and the lives of everyone he loves. A murderer is designing his future, and for the life of him, Andrew can't get away. Locked Doors: A Novel: Seven years ago, suspense novelist Andrew Thomas's life was shattered when he was framed for a series of murders. The killer's victims were unearthed on Andrew's lakefront property, and since he was wanted by the FBI, Andrew had no choice but to flee and to create a new identity. Andrew does just that in a cabin tucked away in the remote wilderness near Haines Junction, Yukon. His only link to society is by email, through which he learns that all the people he ever loved are being stalked and murdered. Culminating in the spooky and secluded Outer Banks of North Carolina, the paths of Andrew Thomas, a psychotic named Luther Kite, and a young female detective collide. Break You: A Novella: Following the events of Desert Places and Locked Doors, Andy Thomas and Violet King are hiding out in the wilds of northern Canada, where Violet has a four-month-old son and a burgeoning romance with Andy. On a cold, rainy night at their cabin in the woods, the promise of an idyllic life that seems just around the corner is shattered when a man from their past, a monster of pure malevolence, returns. What he has in store for them will challenge their understanding of evil and stretch the fibers of their love to the breaking point. Members Reviews: Horrifying This is the most terrifying of the books I've read by Blake crouch. I don't want to read another one like this again. Well written but... yuck! Where does Thicker Than Blood rank among all the audiobooks youve listened to so far? I will compare this book to the other Blake Crouch books I've listened to (Abandon, Run, Snowbound and the Wayward Pines books). I loved all of these books. I think Mr. Crouch is a creative and extremely skilled writer. The previous books were very dark, but there was a little redemption at the end. Thicker Than Blood was not as creative and a little too dark for my taste. What was the most interesting aspect of this story? The least interesting? I liked the suspense of the story. Mr. Crouch created so much tension that I had to listen to the end. I did not like any of the characters very much. Also, there were some loose ends. A character hides the dates on a calendar. A striking bully is created in someone's life and goes nowhere. The antagonist is described as having been "recruited to murder" by one character and then turns out to have murderous parents. What about Eric G. Doves performance did you like? Mr. Dove did an excellent job building suspense in the story.

Babylon Berlin Audiobook by Volker Kutscher

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Volker Kutscher) — Thu, 06 Oct 2016 01:27:44 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Babylon Berlin Subtitle: Gereon Rath, Book 1 Author: Volker Kutscher Narrator: Mark Meadows Format: Unabridged Length: 18 hrs and 2 mins Language: English Release date: 10-06-16 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 11 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Berlin, 1929. Detective Inspector Rath was a successful career officer in the Cologne Homicide Division before a shooting incident in which he inadvertently killed a man. He has been transferred to the vice squad in Berlin, a job he detests even though he finds a new friend in his boss, Chief Inspector Wolter. There is seething unrest in the city, and the Commissioner of Police has ordered the vice squad to ruthlessly enforce the ban on May Day demonstrations. The result is catastrophic, with many dead and injured, and a state of emergency is declared in the Communist strongholds of the city. When a car is hauled out of Berlin's Landwehr Canal with a mutilated corpse inside, the Commissioner decides to use this mystery to divert the attention of press and public from the casualties of the demonstrations. The biggest problem is that the corpse cannot be identified. Volker Kutscher was born in 1962 in Lindlar, West Germany. He is the author of the enormously successful Gereon Rath crime series which, in addition to compelling narrative, is notable for its scrupulous accuracy about Germany in the years between its beginning in 1927 and the approach to the Second World War. Members Reviews: It's no Bernie Gunther Mystery ... As a fan of Kerr's Bernie Gunther books, I was excited to read Kutscher series set in the waning days of the Weimar Republic. But what a disappointment. Sadly, I think a lot of the problems stem from the fact that this book is translated. But I found the language clunky and and the story difficult to follow. There are a lot of characters, few with any real personality. I fought my way through BABYLON BERLIN, and then even gave SILENT DEATH a shot because I so wanted to give the series a chance. But about four hours in to SILENT DEATH, I realized what the problem in both of these books really is: both books are almost utterly devoid of atmosphere. There's a smattering of history in BABYLON, but in DEATH there's very little to let you know that you are reading a book set in 1930s Germany; instead, it's just a boring police procedural. I write this review mere days away from the Netflix premier of the BABYLON BERLIN TV series, which has been widely acclaimed. I have a feeling that this may be one of those rare cases when the TV show is actually better than the book. A Thriller of the First Order Inspector Rath is a career Homicide officer from Cologne who inadvertently kills a man because of the adverse publicity his father who is a Senior Police Officer gets his son a transfer to Berlin using connections. No one in Berlin except the commissioner knows about the incident in Cologne. I found Babylon Berlin to be a thriller of the first order, an engaging listen, full of twists and turns. Indeed the story starts with a man who has clearly been tortured. His battered and bruised lifeless body is found in a stolen car which has been dumped in the river. But who is this man? Where had be come from? and why has he met such a grizzly end? Inspector Rath investigates and he finds out a lot about his new colleagues and Berlin along the way. The narrative and narration are both excellent. I would highly recommend it. Detailed and well constructed narrative An interesting first novel with an engaging if flawed central character.

El atraco [The Heist] Audio Libro por Daniel Silva

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Daniel Silva) — Tue, 24 May 2016 23:09:47 GMT

Escuche este audio libro completo gratis en thebookvoice.com]]> Título: El atraco [The Heist] Autor: Daniel Silva Narrador: Fernando Solis Formato: Unabridged Duración: 14 hrs and 28 mins Idioma: Español Fecha de publicación: 05-24-16 Editor: HarperCollins Espanol Calificaciones: 4.5 de 5 de 29 votos Categorías: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Resumen del editor: Gabriel Allon, restaurador de arte y ocasional espía, está en búsqueda de una obra maestra de Caravaggio que ha sido robada, en el relato lleno de acción e intriga internacional del autor #1 best seller del New York Times Daniel Silva. A veces la mejor manera de encontrar una obra maestra robada es robar otra...Novelista maestro Daniel Silva ha entusiasmado lectores con dieciséis apasionantes y cautivadoras novelas espías con un variado elenco de personajes convincentes e ingeniosos que las ha llevado a todo el mundo - desde Estados Unidos a Europa, Rusia al Oriente Medio. Su brillante creación, Gabriel Allon - restaurador de arte, asesino, espía - se ha unido al firmamento de los grandes agentes secretos ficticios, entre ellos, George Smiley, Jack Ryan, Jason Bourne, y Simon Templar.Tras el éxito de su éxito The English Girl, Daniel Silva vuelve con otra poderosa novela que exhibe su espectacular habilidad y brillante imaginación, y asegura ser de lectura obligada tanto para su multitud de fans y la creciente legión de convertidos. Please note: This audiobook is in Spanish. Opiniones de los miembros: Muy buen libro What made the experience of listening to El atraco [The Heist] the most enjoyable? Excelente historia el autor desarrolla muy bien los personajes y conecta los eventos de pasado y presente del contexto de la historia. De igual forma la voz y acentuacion del narrador son excelentes. Muchas gracias por esta obra. Claro, obscuro y seguir la pista al dinero Excelente novela que combina historia del arte (me encantó el capítulo sobre la biografía de Caravaggio) y la situación actual de Siria y la gran corrupción del presidente Sirio que ha sumido a su país en un holocausto. La narración es muy buena. Muchos personajes Hay demasiados personajes en el libro, los cuales no siguen ningún papel. Creo que sirven más para desorientar que para seguir una trama. genial Es toda una aventura maravillosa embarcarse en este libro maravilloso. lleno de emoción e inesperadas sopresas.

Burning Ember Audiobook by Darby Briar

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Darby Briar) — Thu, 12 May 2016 21:28:47 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Burning Ember Subtitle: Harbingers of Chaos, Volume 1 Author: Darby Briar Narrator: Honey Scarlett, Leeroy Will Format: Unabridged Length: 17 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 05-12-16 Publisher: Darby Briar Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 495 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: The last thing she needs after running from one monster is to land in the lair of the devil. Twenty-one-year-old Ember flees her past with soot on her face, ash in her hair, and a promise. She'll never let another man take away her freedom and treat her like she means nothing. But that is exactly what Maverick Gunn, leader of the notorious Harbingers of Chaos motorcycle club, seeks to do from the moment his lethal gaze locks on her. He burns her with every look. Every touch. Every word. Ember's only hope is to convince him she's nothing like the woman who blackened his soul before he drags her down into the darkness with him. Warning: for a mature audience, 18+. Contains adult sexual situations and language. Members Reviews: Easily one of the best I've EVER heard. The strong storyline combined with outstanding narration grabs your imagination and doesn't let go for a second. (And don't worry- there are plenty of red-hot scenes, too ) Go, go, go! No more wasting your time reading the next hundred reviews that will back me up- just get it already! Fabulous.... amazing.... the one thing that I absolutely love about this story is it had both male and female narrators... That is something that always stands out for me in an audiobook. I am giving as many stars as I can... The storyline was absolutely amazing and both characters really have this Vibrance about them... They both have these deep and dark pasts... And they are trying everything they can to overcome them with steps and bumps along the way... if you want a truly good romance story with a little bit of Edge and sassiness and a lot of delicious sexiness... This is definitely the story for you... the reason I'm not giving any hints about the story in my review is that I don't want it to be ruined for anyone else... But I will tell you that you will not be disappointed... Amazing Listen Any additional comments? What truly makes this a 5 star for me was the narration! When having more than one narrator this is how it should be done. I have not read this book but I can tell you now it would not be the same, there is no way the book could be better than the audio. This started out as a good story but when the dual narration kicks in with each doing their own genre I was wowed away. When the story starts out it is a little confusing you know what is happening and it is bad but you do not know the why of it until much later. It is an audio you wont be able to put down giving you a very high entertainment that will leave you holding your breath. This starts off with a house burning, a women escaping and on the run it takes you through her paces as she runs from town to town until she stops and the story really takes off. Mav is something else from the start you just have to step back and so wooooooooo chill man. He has his own story to tell as he lives a battle of his past let made him what he is today. One women tore his world apart another comes into it, she wont get the chance to do what was done before her. Can one woman give him back his life and hope of a future or will she tear him down? Ember is way too innocent to be on the run trusting when she should not. Running out of money and her ex hot on her trail she has few options. One cop and one stranger change her life with no turning back she has made her choices for good, bad or even death they have been made.

Killing Orders Audiobook by Sara Paretsky

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Sara Paretsky) — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 03:24:24 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Killing Orders Subtitle: V. I. Warshawski #3 Author: Sara Paretsky Narrator: Susan Ericksen Format: Unabridged Length: 9 hrs and 43 mins Language: English Release date: 03-09-10 Publisher: Brilliance Audio Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 140 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: Killing Orders, V.I. Warshawskis third adventure, starts when her great-aunt Rosa summons the detective to her cold suburban home. Rosa made V.I.s childhood miserable and the detective resents the command to help her aunt prove she didn't embezzle five million dollars from a local Dominican priory. All hell breaks loose when a mysterious opponent tries to take Vic off the case by throwing acid in her eyes and burning down her apartment. And when a friend whos involved in the case is brutally murdered, it begins to look as if Vic hasnt got a prayer. But Warshawski continues to follow every lead, even when they point to some pretty unorthodox conclusions: Perhaps the Dominicans are covering up a financial scandal. Maybe the whole conspiracy is under the patronage of an international conglomerate, or of Don Pasquale, king of the Chicago mob. Worst of all, someone whos close to Vic could be involved her darkly handsome English lover, Roger Ferrant, or even Aunt Rosa herself. Members Reviews: AwEsOmE! I LOVE SUSAN ERICKSAN!! I HAVE YET TO LISTEN TO A BOOK THAT SHE HAS READ THAT I HAVENT ENJOYED! SHE DOES AN AWESOME JOB. SARA PARETSKY KEEPS YOU ON THE EDGE OF YOUR SEAT WONDER WHAT WILL HAPPEN! Love it! I thoroughly enjoyed this title! Although my favorite narrator is Jean Smart for this character, I still found that the readers voice was good and easily understood. This novel is full of suspense and action which I absolutely love! This is the 2nd audio book by this author I've experienced and am now hooked on the entire series! If you love detective novels with a smart-a$$, strong willed, kick-a$$ and take names type of character then you'll be in absolute heaven! Also, many mystery novels I read/hear end abruptly and never give you much aftermath information; Paretsky does!!! I love hearing how the characters end up, and this book is a good example. The family component in the novel is also awesome, since it gives you a better understanding of detective VI's history and upbringing. VI's temper, however, is something I had to get use to. Being a very relaxed type of person I couldn't relate to her getting upset at certain times. It seemed like whenever I would have gotten upset she was fine and when I didn't care she'd get upset. However it didn't ruin the story, just made me look at my own feelings more, HAHAHA! Killing Orders Could hardly stop listening to this story. Paretsky packs a fast pace action filled story with a human touch. Susan Ericksen did a great job narrating this book. Almost feel as if I have been to Chicago listening to the description in the story. Will be looking for more books by this author and reader. Good tone and characters, ending needed work I enjoyed the characters and thier interactions, but the ending felt rushed and slap-dash. There were some plot holes and inconsistentcies in the beginning and middle of the book but they were minor and easily ignored. Overall a good read. Don't waste your time This book wasnt for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more? The author succeeded in making the protagonist one of the most disagreeable characters I've ever read. V.I. Warshawski is arrogant, foul-mouthed, and unreasonably confrontational about everything. By the end of the book, I was actually rooting for the mob assassin to do her in.

Beyond Judgment Audiobook by Richard Bard

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Richard Bard) — Thu, 14 Jul 2016 15:14:03 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Beyond Judgment Subtitle: Brainrush Series, Book 3 Author: Richard Bard Narrator: R.C. Bray Format: Unabridged Length: 12 hrs and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 07-14-16 Publisher: Richard Bard Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 33 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: After waking up with amnesia from a six-year coma, Jake Bronson's past is lost to him. But that doesn't mean the past hasn't been looking for him, or that it will let him live when it finally catches up. Jake's placid, anonymous life in Italy is shattered by the arrival of an assassination squad hell-bent on eliminating him, and he has no idea why he's in their crosshairs. He's saved only when an American scientist intervenes, wielding strange technology that briefly reactivates Jake's dormant memories and deadly skills. As unknown enemies continue to hound Jake's every step, the scientist helps him reconnect with lost friends and loved ones who believed him long dead. Any happy reunion is forfeit, though, as Jake's murky history and mysterious talents conceal a terrible secret that - should it fall into the wrong hands - could trigger the extinction of the human race. Averting this apocalypse means Jake must risk everything to reawaken his true self and stop an ancient order from unleashing humanity's ultimate judgment. Members Reviews: Wonderful, great story I read the first two books in this series and loved them both. They were both 5 star books too. This book, which I waited over a year to get, was just as good if not even better. I enjoyed it from the first word to the very end. Jake awoke from a six year coma and had no idea who he was. Then he started having to run again from people that he had no idea why they were after him. He had all of his speed and strength but had no idea where it came from. He was not suppose to remember who he was to keep the ones that he loved safe but that was not to happen. He makes his way to Venice where his old friends and family are at the wedding of his friend Marshall and Lacey but they didn't get a chance to finish the ceremony.. They were all shocked to see Jake who was going by the name Lorenzo Ferrari. He met his son, who was Autistic, for the first time and the connection between them was so strong. The boy knew that his father was around before he ever appeared to them. It was not to be a big reunion though as they had to get right back to running from some terrible men and saving the world this time. It was such a good story and the way that Jake and his son could communicate without saying a word was so touching. Jake was still being controlled though by a crazed maniac who was going to end the world and only a few people would be spared, but Jake with the help of the team worked together and... to find out what happens you will have to read this book for yourself. I can't give anything away. I do hope that there will be a Brainrush 4 book and have heard talk of a possible movie. That would be the best. I loved this book and even though I waited so long to get it I was able to jump right in and remember everything that had happened before and loved this book just as much as the others. The Brainrush series is a wonderful story and I can't imagine anyone NOT LOVING every single book. They got better with each book. Richard Bard is a wonderful author and did a great job with this series. I can't wait to see what he comes up with next. I have found another great author. Congratulations Richard for such a wonderful series and this third book was truly awesome. Your number 1 fan always and forever. Another home run by Mr.

Rose and Helena Save Christmas Audiobook by Jana DeLeon, Denise Grover Swank

biacuaduc@gmail.com (Jana DeLeon) — Tue, 16 Jun 2015 19:37:16 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Rose and Helena Save Christmas Subtitle: A Novella Author: Jana DeLeon, Denise Grover Swank Narrator: Shannon McManus Format: Unabridged Length: 3 hrs and 16 mins Language: English Release date: 06-16-15 Publisher: Audible Studios Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 158 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: This audiobook may be listened to as a standalone novella. You do not need to have listened to either series to enjoy. The Rose Gardner series and the Ghost-in-Law series combine to bring you a rollicking round of holiday fun! Rose Gardner and Neely Kate Colson are thrilled with Mason's early present to Rose - a trip for the two of them to New Orleans for shopping, great food, and awesome seats to Wicked. Neely Kate plans to use the opportunity to visit a psychic and find out once and for all what her paranormal ability is. But when the psychic is murdered, and Neely Kate and Rose were the last people to see her alive, they find themselves the main suspects in a Christmas killing. Taylor Beaumont has exhausted all resources in trying to figure out her new ghostly roommate, Helena. Seeing a psychic is the last resort. Taylor hoped for answers about Helena's worldly existence but instead finds herself embroiled on the wrong side of a murder investigation. Seeing no other option, Taylor and Helena combine forces with Rose and Neely Kate to clear their names. But can they solve the mystery in time to save Christmas? Members Reviews: Good fun This was a lighthearted fun short story. You know if it has Helena, it's going to have laughs. Just when you thought she couldn't get any weirder, she finds a live person who wants to emulate her. I like the narrator from the Mudbug series better. After adapting to the change in voice, it was ok. Anytime they put Helena in a book, I'll read it. Big belly laughs from her. Rose and Helena Good story but I did not like the reader. No clear difference between different voices. A Disappointment What would have made Rose and Helena Save Christmas better? A better narrator. The attempt at southern accents was appalling. How did the narrator detract from the book? Hard to focus on the story Should not be included in the Ghost in Law Series What could have made this a 4 or 5-star listening experience for you? I was expecting a Ghost in Law book which I consider the Mud Bug Series. I thought this would be a cute Christmas short but I don't know if it's because it's a different narrator or what but I could not get into this book. Helena did not have the same charisma and endearing qualities as in the Ghost in Law books. I couldn't even finish listening to it. Ugh.. Horrible. What was the most interesting aspect of this story? The least interesting? I think it could probably be a good read if Johanna Parker narrated the Ghost in law characters. They should have used 2 narrators so the characters kept the same voices. Helena is terrible in this book. What didnt you like about Shannon McManuss performance? I could barely tell the characters apart from each other. It was really awful. What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment? Disappointment and a little anger. If the 2 authors were going to collaborate they should have done everything they could to keep the original narrators for each character. I'm assuming the narrator is the narrator for the other series. Any additional comments? I wish I had not wasted my money on this audio book. I learned a valuable lesson to make sure and check the narrator before buying anything. 3 hours was too long I dont know exactly what Jana DeLeon worked on for this book, but I dont think it was the writing or casting the narrator.

The Guilty Audiobook by David Baldacci

biacuaduc@gmail.com (David Baldacci) — Thu, 19 Nov 2015 16:48:19 GMT

Please visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/audiobook/8/]]> to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: The Guilty Author: David Baldacci Narrator: Kyf Brewer, Orlagh Cassidy Format: Unabridged Length: 11 hrs and 45 mins Language: English Release date: 11-19-15 Publisher: Pan Macmillan Publishers Ltd. Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 73 votes Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense Publisher's Summary: When Special Agent Will Robie gets the call to make his first visit home since he was a teenager, it's because his father, the local judge, has been arrested for murdering a man who came before him in court. The small, remote Mississippi town hasn't changed, and its residents remember Robie as a wild sports star and girl magnet. He left a lot of hearts broken and a lot of people angry. Will and his father, Dan, are estranged, and his mother left years ago. When he visits Dan in jail, he finds that time hasn't healed old wounds. There's too much bad blood between the men, and although Will feels no good will come of staying around, he is persuaded to confront his demons by fellow agent Jessica Reel. But then another murder changes everything, and stone-cold killer Robie will finally have to come to grips with his toughest assignment of all. His family. Members Reviews: Hard to Believe The story was very convoluted and hard to believe. It needed a 10 minutes story from the bad guy to explain what happened. A Good Read, But Not Baldacci's Best. As a massive David Baldacci fan, my expectations for this book were set high. I love the Will Robie series, and always want more of him. Before I say anything negative, I want to say that this book is by no means bad. In fact, it has a mostly good story line, with plenty of twists, keeping you guessing until the end. I think that Baldacci, in writing a book like this, gives the reader a deeper look in to the background of Will Robie, not as the government assassin, but as the person, who left home unannounced two decades earlier,and never came back.It gives us possible reasons as to why Will Robie is the person he is today, and why he does what he does for a living. Of course Jessica Reel is there to help Robie, and I'm glad to see that she features in this book. When writing a book like this, that takes the main character out of his or her natural setting, there is always a chance that the book will not live up to expectations. One reason for this, is simply that we want to see the character in the same setting we're used to. In this case,we want to see Robie as a government assassin, dealing with the deceit and complexity of the shady world that comes with it. In this book we don't see that. Yes there are various scenes in it where Robie and Reel do what they do best, killing, and there is certainly deceit and complexity, but it isn't quite the same. There are two main reasons why Robie has decided to go home after so long. One, because his estranged father has been accused of murder, which is plausible,the second (I don't want to give away anything about the book here, so I'll try to be vague), is because of something that happened to Robie on his latest mission, which he would class as a terrible mistake, which, as reasons go isn't all that plausible. The second reason, is very weak, and not very believable, not in terms of the mistake itself, which is believable , but in the use of it as a reason for Robie to return home.The mistake itself could have happened, and could, and probably would have caused a lot of distress to Robie, but the way it is presented as a cause for Robie to deal with certain issues from his past, doesn't work for me, The likelihood of the two things happening at around the same time is unconvincing.