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Title: Beneath Dark Waters

Series: #2 of A New Orleans Novel

Author: Karen Rose

Narrator: Lee Osorio

Format: Unabridged Audiobook

Length: 19 hours 51 minutes

Release date: August 15, 2023

Genres: Police & Detective

Publisher's Summary:

Deadly secrets lie beneath the murky waters of the Louisiana bayou in this pulse-pounding new romantic suspense novel from New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Karen Rose. There’s no safe place for a child to hide when danger comes from every direction. Public prosecutor J.P. “Kaj” Cardozo has only lived in New Orleans for six months, and he’s already working on a high-profile celebrity sexual assault case that’s made headlines all over the country. But when his son becomes the target of a kidnapping attempt as a threat to Kaj, he is desperate to keep him safe and turns to a private investigative firm famous for their protection services. A veteran Marine, Val Sorensen is glad to have found a new career with Broussard Investigations. Her latest assignment as the bodyguard to ten-year-old Elijah Cardozo reminds her why—Val is a kick ass guardian with a tender heart.  Through her duties, Val grows fond of the boy—and his handsome father. But when the high-stakes investigation reveals an explosive network of crime through a revived drug gang, lingering deep-seated corruption in the NOPD, and a group of murderers-for-hire targeting Kaj, Elijah, and his star client, they’re all left scrambling for safety…

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Title: Lion & Lamb: Two investigators. Two rivals. One hell of a crime.

Author: Duane Swierczynski, James Patterson

Narrator: Corey Carthew, Joshua Kane, Lisa Flanagan

Format: Unabridged Audiobook

Length: 7 hours 36 minutes

Release date: August 14, 2023

Ratings: Ratings of Book: 3.87 of Total 23

Ratings of Narrator: 4 of Total 4

Genres: Police & Detective

Publisher's Summary:

Veena Lion and Cooper Lamb are rival PIs in Philadelphia in this “fun ride…the romance between Cooper and Veena is artfully handled...endearing characters including Cooper’s two preternaturally clever kids and his Rhodesian ridgeback puppy.” –Publishers Weekly ​“Great storytelling…a spectacular murder case.” –Kirkus, starred review The city is in a state of shock over the fate of two hometown heroes: Eagles starting quarterback Archie Hughes, and his even more famous wife, Grammy-winning singer Francine Hughes.   One spouse is murdered. The other is suspect #1.   Even before the case hits the courtroom, it’s the hottest ticket in town.    For the defense: Cooper Lamb, private investigator to the stars.   For the prosecution: Veena Lion, a sleuth so bright she’s got to wear shades.   Between them, they know every secret in Philadelphia. Together, they prove how two wrongs can make a right. They are Lion & Lamb. Please note: Based on listener feedback, we have updated the audio of this edition. For the most up to date files, please re-download.

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Title: The Wild Coast

Series: #17 of Rhona MacLeod

Author: Lin Anderson

Narrator: Sally Armstrong

Format: Unabridged Audiobook

Length: 11 hours 54 minutes

Release date: August 3, 2023

Genres: Police & Detective

Publisher's Summary:

A remote shoreline. A lethal killer. As lone visitors disappear from the rural northwest of Scotland, campsites are becoming crime scenes. The Wild Coast is the seventeenth book in Lin Anderson's forensic crime series featuring Rhona MacLeod. 'One of the most satisfying characters in modern crime fiction' – Daily Mail When forensic scientist Rhona MacLeod is brought in to analyse a shallow grave on Scotland’s west coast, she is disturbed by a bundle of twigs crafted into a stickman and left in the victim’s mouth. Then, when a young woman is reported missing from a nearby campsite with another sinister figurine left in her van, it seems that someone is targeting wild campers. An idyllic coastline known for providing peace and serenity, now the area is a hunting ground. As her investigation proceeds, Rhona is forced to reconsider her closest bonds. Rumours of sexual assault offences by serving police officers are circling in Glasgow, which may include her trusted colleague DS Michael McNab. Could it be true, or is someone looking to put him out of action? All the while a young woman’s life is on the line and the clock is ticking . . . 'Lin Anderson is one of Scotland’s national treasures' – Stuart MacBride, author of the Logan McRae series 'The best Scottish crime series since Rebus' – Daily Record The Wild Coast is the seventeenth book in the Rhona MacLeod series by Lin Anderson. It is followed by Whispers of the Dead. Readers love The Wild Coast: 'This series just keeps getting better' 'I was totally glued the whole way through' 'Loved it - makes me want to visit the Wild Coast' Perfect for fans of Ian Rankin, Martina Cole and Silent Witness.

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Title: The Paris Mystery: A Novel

Author: Kirsty Manning

Narrator: Anthea Greco

Format: Unabridged Audiobook

Length: 7 hours 15 minutes

Release date: July 25, 2023

Ratings: Ratings of Book: 3 of Total 1

Genres: Police & Detective

Publisher's Summary:

Intrepid reporter Charlotte 'Charlie' James arrives in Paris in 1938 eager to make a fresh start, but little does she know the trouble that awaits her... Charlie James is chasing her first big scoop as correspondent for British-based newspaper The Times, and she needs to prove to her boss that she can do this job as well, if not better, than her male counterparts. The best way to forge the necessary contacts quickly is to make well-connected British expats, Lord and Lady Ashworth, her business. Lady Eleanor knows everyone in Parisian high society, and at her sumptuously extravagant annual party, a Circus Ball, Charlie will meet them all.  On the summer solstice eve, the Circus Ball is in full swing, with the Parisian elites entranced by burlesque dancers, tightrope walkers, a jazz band . . . and a horrific murder. A wealthy but unscrupulous investor is dead, and the list of suspects is a veritable who's who of le haut monde. As Charlie tries to determine who the murderer is, she finds herself drawn into the magical parties, couture houses, and bohemian wine bars of the City of Lights. Soon secrets start to unravel, including some Charlie has a personal stake in keeping hidden.

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Title: Charles Paris: So Much Blood: A BBC Radio 4 full-cast dramatisation

Series: Part of Charles Paris Dramatisations

Author: Simon Brett, Jeremy Front

Narrator: Jon Glover, Suzanne Burden, Bill Nighy, Full Cast

Format: Unabridged Audiobook

Length: 1 hour 51 minutes

Release date: July 6, 2023

Genres: Police & Detective

Publisher's Summary:

A brand new full-cast BBC radio dramatisation, starring Bill Nighy as Charles Paris August in Edinburgh, and thousands of performers of all stripes have flocked to the Fringe Festival. Among them is Charles Paris filling in at the last minute after a student actress breaks a leg and has to drop out. Showcasing an earnest one-man show in a sea of stand-up comics is a bit of a gamble, but at least he's acting, and with a Charles Paris production, what could possibly go wrong? Charles is sharing a venue with a group of student actors, but when one of the performers dies in a freak stabbing, the actor-cum-amateur sleuth smells a murderous rat and decides to investigate. When the killer sets his sights on him, Charles realises that he must be getting close to the truth - despite not having a clue what's going on... Help arrives in the form of his agent, Maurice, in town scouting for talent, and Charles' 'semi-detached' wife, Frances, who inadvertently finds herself directing Charles' show. The three become drawn into the mystery, and find themselves playing detectives. This unlikely trio are way out of their depth, but when has that ever stopped Charles Paris? Jeremy Front's witty drama stars Bill Nighy as Charles Paris, with Suzanne Burden as Frances and Jon Glover as Maurice. Written by Jeremy Front Based on the novel by Simon Brett Produced and directed by Sally Avens Cast Charles Paris - Bill Nighy Frances - Suzanne Burden Maurice - Jon Glover James - Roger Ringrose Anna - Natasha K Stone Martin - Connor Curren Laura - Chloe Sommer Angus/Sam - Tom Kiteley Tessa - Joanna Monro Eilish - Catriona Stirling Sophie - Fiona Skinner First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 9th-30th June 2023 ©2023 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P)2023 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd

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Title: Zero Days: The deadly cat-and-mouse thriller from the international bestselling author

Author: Ruth Ware

Narrator: Imogen Church

Format: Unabridged Audiobook

Length: 13 hours 57 minutes

Release date: July 6, 2023

Genres: Police & Detective

Publisher's Summary:

‘This is Ruth Ware like you’ve never read her before’ DAVID BALDACCI ‘She’s done it again!’ CLARE MACKINTOSH  HER HUSBAND HAS BEEN MURDERED AND SHE'S THE ONLY SUSPECT. WHAT SHOULD SHE DO?  Hired by companies to break into buildings and hack security systems, Jack and her husband Gabe are the best penetration specialists in the business. But after a routine assignment goes horribly wrong, Jack arrives home to find her husband dead. It soon becomes clear that the police have only one suspect in mind – her. Jack must go on the run to try and clear her name and to find her husband’s real killer. But who can she trust when everyone she knows could be a suspect? And with the police and the killer after her, can Jack get to the truth before her time runs out? An adrenaline-fueled thriller from international bestseller and Richard & Judy pick, Ruth Ware, described as ‘one of the best thriller writers around today’ (Independent). PRAISE FOR ZERO DAYS:  'A  suspense rollercoaster' STEVE CAVANAGH 'A  full-on, paranoid thrill ride with sky-high stakes and a thoroughly absorbing premise that’s never less than shockingly believable. This rare peek into the shadows of the dark web is visceral, human and terrifying. Five stars' JANICE HALLETT  ‘A pulse-pounding opening launches you into a cat and mouse game of deadly intrigue that will push Jack Cross, Ware’s new, superb heroine, to her absolute limits. A rocket ride that will satisfy the biggest thriller addicts out there’ DAVID BALDACCI ‘A breathless action thriller which packs an emotional punch, Zero Days is Ruth Ware's best yet’ CLARE MACKINTOSH  ‘Hits the ground running and doesn’t let up till the last chapter. Ruth Ware’s best book yet’ ERIN KELLY  ‘Ruth Ware is in a league of her own. Zero Days is a breathless, pulse-pounding cat-and-mouse thriller that will have you racing through the pages as our heroine sets off on her deadly chase. Just don’t forget to breathe . . .’ JACK JORDAN ‘The best thriller you’ll read this year. From its explosive opening to that dizzying first twist, Zero Days is a fast-paced – but also very touching – ride’ WILLIAM SHAW

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Title: When Evil Finds Us

Series: #3 of K-9 Search and Rescue

Author: Linda J. White

Narrator: Vanessa Daniels

Format: Unabridged Audiobook

Length: 9 hours 14 minutes

Release date: June 20, 2023

Genres: Police & Detective

Publisher's Summary:

When Jessica Chamberlain's friend Laura takes a wrong turn in a storm, three men trap her in a dark house. The cops blow it off as a misunderstanding, but Laura's husband, Nate, is furious and Jess can't let it go. Pursuing the men nearly gets her arrested, but a link to bones her dog, Luke, finds in a Norfolk backyard confirms her suspicions. The Doyle family is up to no good. Jess's boyfriend, FBI Special Agent Scott Cooper, travels to interview convicted killers for a bureau project. Jess loves him, but their relationship is stalled. She decides to focus elsewhere, enhancing her search and rescue skills by learning to rappel. A nasty fall derails that plan but puts her relationship back on track—until Scott's teenaged daughter, Amanda, shows up and interjects chaos into their lives. Already stressed by that conflict, Scott isn't prepared for an explosive Kentucky prison interview. While Scott and Jess are still reeling from that shock, Amanda disappears—last seen with a boy named Doyle. A hot pursuit, a wild fight, and a bloody gun battle leave Scott clinging to life and Jess holding fast to her only hope—faith.

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Title: Twin Reaction: A BBC Radio 4 Detective Drama

Author: Juliet Ace

Narrator: Marilla Robson, Rachel Oldfield, Sue Broomfield, Ian Sanders, Lindsay Mack, Carolyn Backhouse, Sunny Ormonde, Eric Allen, Paul Nicholson, Jenny Funnell, Full Cast, Cornelius Garrett, Jilly Bond

Format: Unabridged Audiobook

Length: 2 hours 51 minutes

Release date: June 15, 2023

Genres: Police & Detective

Publisher's Summary:

Twin sisters are the investigating police in this unusual three-part detective series Alice and Belinda are identical twins, and have grown up sharing everything: toys, rooms, and friends. But as they begin their careers as detectives - a job they have each wanted for as long as they can remember - a computer error sees them accidentally starting at the same North London police station. Work gives them enough mysteries to be investigating as they attempt to make themselves known and respected in their new roles, but when Belinda is sexually harassed by a colleague, her twin Alice realizes she can use her identical appearance to fight back when her sister no longer can... Created by Juliet Ace, award-winning writer and playwright (The Archers, Young Victoria, A Slight Hitch), Twin Reaction is a fascinating and fresh look at the bond of sisters, the demands of work, and the pleasures and pains of being a woman in the modern world. Starring Jenny Funnel (As Time Goes By, Doctors) and Carolyn Backhouse (Rosemary and Thyme, Jupiter Moon), this compelling series is perfect for listeners of Colvil and Soames, The Lady Detectives, and The Unforgiven. Content Warning: This drama deals with adult themes such as sexual violence Cast and credits Alice - Jenny Funnel Belinda - Carolyn Backhouse Newsome - Eric Allen Glover - Cornelius Garrett Cox - Lindsay Mack Dobson - Ian Sanders Bella - Sue Broomfield Other cast: Rachel Oldfield Paul Nicholson Janet Dale Marilla Robson Brian Gear Jilly Bond William Eedle Sunny Ormonde Linda Regan Joanne Mitchell Written by Juliet Ace Directed by Shaun MacLoughlin Originally broadcast on BBC Radio 4: 7 August - 21 August 1995 ©2023 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P)2023 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd

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Title: The Tattoo Murder

Series: #14 of The Eric Ward Mysteries

Author: Roy Lewis

Narrator: John Lee

Format: Unabridged Audiobook

Length: 7 hours 4 minutes

Release date: June 13, 2023

Ratings: Ratings of Book: 3 of Total 1

Ratings of Narrator: 1 of Total 1

Genres: Police & Detective

Publisher's Summary:

PAST AND PRESENT EXPLODE IN MURDER. A counter-terrorist organization stops the murder of a French politician in the Pyrenees. The would-be assassin is killed at the scene. He has a disturbing tattoo on his arm. Eric Ward meets Ben Shaw at a bankers’ dinner. Ben hires him to look into his old rival and Eric’s ex-wife’s probable new lover, Jason Sullivan. Jason’s disappeared and so has the money for a project he was working on. DCI Spate is looking into illegal immigration in Newcastle. He speaks to Peter Olinger, local construction magnate, who seems a little shady and has large gambling debts. What’s he hiding? What connects the three strands is very dark and dangerous indeed.

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Title: Cross Down

Series: #31 of Alex Cross

Author: James Patterson

Narrator: Wayne Carr, Mela Lee, Zeno Robinson, Kiff Vandenheuvel, Inger Tudor, William Stephens, Peter Giles

Format: Unabridged Audiobook

Length: 9 hours 45 minutes

Release date: June 8, 2023

Ratings: Ratings of Book: 5 of Total 1

Genres: Police & Detective

Publisher's Summary:

Brought to you by Penguin. With the country in chaos and corruption on all sides, there's only one person to turn to. When a series of military-style attacks erupt across the United States, Detective John Sampson is called in to investigate. The attacks are untraceable, with patterns too random to decipher, leaving Sampson struggling to find a link amongst the carnage. As Sampson discovers a lead through an ex-military contact, his partner Alex Cross is brutally side-lined, leaving him certain about one thing: he can trust no one. With soldiers called on secret assignments and others mysteriously disappearing, Sampson must revisit his military past if he's to save his country's future. Praise for the Alex Cross series 'Alex Cross is a legend' Harlan Coben 'A character for the ages' Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child 'Alex Cross. . . only gets better and better' Lisa Scottoline ©2023 James Patterson (P)2023 Penguin Audio