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Title: EMOJI

Subtitle: The Harry Starke Novels, Book 11

Author: Blair Howard

Narrator: Tom Lennon

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7 hrs and 34 mins

Language: English

Release date: 08-07-17

Publisher: Blair Howard

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 16 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Publisher's Summary:

Maggie Hart, a student at UTC, was abducted on Labor Day. Her body was found five days later on the RiverPark. She'd been strangled. She wasn't the first, nor would she be the last. Harry Starke, recovering from a near-death experience, is dragged reluctantly into an investigation that quickly turns into a cat and mouse game between Harry and a very clever killer, Harry being the mouse. Emoji is an action-packed, lightning-paced story, with an explosive finale you'll not see coming.

Members Reviews:

Another Great Harry Starke Adventure

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

I have read all the previous Harry Starke books. This is as good as the best of them. Can't think of any in the series that disappointed. Keep them coming Mr. Howard.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Harry. This is a guy you wish you knew for real.

Have you listened to any of Tom Lennons other performances before? How does this one compare?

I have only listened to him in the Harry Starke Characters. Be hard to imagine him as anyone else, or visa versa for that matter. He is Harry. Great casting.

Any additional comments?

Every Harry Starke book has a unique plot. No two even remotely alike, yet all take advantage of what the listener knows from previous episodes. You can enjoy no matter what order you read/listen to them in, but I certainly recommend starting with #1 and just working your way through.

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Title: Killer Party

Subtitle: Tourist Trap Mystery Series, Book 9

Author: Lynn Cahoon

Narrator: Susan Boyce

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7 hrs and 3 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-18-17

Publisher: Tantor Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 115 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Publisher's Summary:

After a few months of living with her boyfriend, Greg, Jill Gardner is still getting used to sharing such close quarters, but she's got no hesitation about joining him for a weekend at South Cove's most luxurious resort. While Greg and his college pals celebrate their buddy's upcoming wedding, Jill intends to pamper herself in style. But when the groom is found floating facedown in the pool, Jill must find the killer fast, or she might not have a boyfriend to come home to anymore....

Members Reviews:

Very enjoyable!

I've gotten used to the narrator's clipped voice. Jill has outgrown her immature impulsiveness and Greg doesn't seem to be so controlling. The characters are starting to be more interesting.

Killer party

I have taken the last few months and read all the books in the inland Calhouns section and I have enjoyed everyone . It was great reading . You're a fan EJ

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Title: Sleep Tight

Subtitle: DC Ruby Preston, Book 2

Author: Caroline Mitchell

Narrator: Emma Newman

Format: Unabridged

Length: 10 hrs and 10 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-15-17

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 22 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Publisher's Summary:

A killer stalks the streets of East London. All over the area, murdered young women are discovered, their bodies posed into disturbing recreations of fairy tale princesses.

Detective Ruby Preston is determined to hunt down the murderer who is using the women to realise his dark fantasies. But when body parts are found at the home of her lover, Nathan Crosby, Ruby is torn between her job and her heart.

Convinced that he is being framed, Ruby must catch the killer before Nathan becomes the number one suspect. But as more victims are found, it becomes harder to prove his innocence.

As Ruby starts to close in on the twisted individual, can she stop him before he strikes again? And how well does she really know the man she loves?

A terrifying, addictive serial killer thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat, for fans of Angela Marsons, Peter James and Rachel Abbott.

Members Reviews:

Overall was good

I liked the story, it wasn't predictable and I had the 'whodunnit' wrong. Normally I crack it straight away. I really like Emma Newman the narrator, although her jamaican is terrible haha.

a reasonable story ruined by the narrator

narrator was hopeless at accents., all the women sounded the same and her voice was flat and characterless .

Narrator couldnt pull the accent off!

There was a distinct West Country twang to the narrators accent and the cockney acce r just didnt work! As a narrator in Ge real she was fine but it really detracts the over enjoyment and experience if the narrator doesnt sound right

Great narrator

Well read, will be looking for more book narrated by Emma Newman, 10/10 Emma , hope you will be narrating the next Caroline Mitchell book , got it ready to download

only you can do Ruby voice best wishes Jeannette x

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Title: Mirror, Mirror

Subtitle: The Barbara Holloway Mysteries, Book 14

Author: Kate Wilhelm

Narrator: Carrington MacDuffie

Format: Unabridged

Length: 14 hrs and 49 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-11-17

Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc.

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 38 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Publisher's Summary:

Chaos has descended on the Valducci family. Gina Valducci's grandmother and mentor, the founder of the family's thriving nursery business, has died. Her death sets off a string of seemingly unrelated events, including two horrific murders. Gina's colleague Jeff stands out as an obvious suspect, with plenty of motivation, opportunity, and means.

In her most unusual and complex case yet, Barbara Holloway accepts Jeff as her reluctant client. But to defend him, she must first discover how a secret will, corporate greed, stolen art of the World War II era, family skeletons, attempted murder, and an old ornate mirror factor in to the case. Barbara must reassemble the puzzle pieces perfectly before it's too late.

Members Reviews:

Believe me I wish it wasn't my true opinion

What could have made this a 4 or 5-star listening experience for you?

This is awful because I feel like I'm saying bad things about a close friend. That's how much I love the B. Holloway books. I have listened to ALL of them. It pains me to say that this one failed me. Perhaps it's my fault. It could be that I'm distracted, abstracted or not feeling well. The story has a convoluted feel to it. I don't like most of the characters, which is a first for me. Normally, I care very deeply for the people in the books. ( I know that's ridiculous since they aren't real people.) BUT, this matters to me. If you are an author and you make me love or hate or fear or pity or resent or whatever, then you have me. Kate Wilhelm, normally has me completely. This time, not so much.

loved the twists and turns in the plot

Carrington McDuffie is a great narrator for Wilhelm. the context makes this story, especially the challenges of a purely circumstantial prosecution.

What a beautiful story about justice.

Yes, you'll need money for an attorney. Alot of money. There has to be a better way. In this case justice is expensive.

Another winner

I waited a long time for the next book in the series and was thrilled when I saw it was finally here. The performance was great and the writing kept me interested and involved. As usual, I hate it when it ended because I like the series so much. I really hope we don't have to wait years for another one.

Had to listen to it twice!!

I'm an audio bibliophile and the Barbara Holloway series is one of my very favorites!! Kate Wilhelm is an incredible writer, her character development is amazing...they all feel like old friends of mine. I listened to the entire series, AGAIN, as I anxiously awaited the release of the audio edition.

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Title: Road to Savannah

Subtitle: Made in Savannah Cozy Mysteries Series, Book 2

Author: Hope Callaghan

Narrator: Valerie Gilbert

Format: Unabridged

Length: 4 hrs and 26 mins

Language: English

Release date: 06-08-17

Publisher: Hope Callaghan

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 26 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Publisher's Summary:

Road to Savannah is book two in the Made in Savannah Cozy Mysteries Series

Bonus: Recipe included!

Carlita Garlucci has sold everything she owns and left the only home she has ever known to move to historic Savannah, Georgia. Her daughter, Mercedes, is moving with her, and the women are both excited and nervous about this new chapter in their lives, having always lived under the shadow of the men in the family.

The repairs to their inherited properties are moving along nicely and everything seems to be falling into place, everything that is, except for the body they discover inside one of the buildings, the dilapidated restaurant.

Despite the fact that the Garlucci family was not even in Savannah at the time the victim was murdered, they can't prove it. On top of that, the victim, a member of Savannah Architectural Society - also known as "SAS" - had been sent to the property to discuss possible construction violations.

The other members of SAS are convinced the Garlucci family murdered one of their own while Carlita is convinced that someone is trying to frame them.

Can the mother / daughter duo figure out who the real killer is, or will the police dig into Carlita's past and discover that she has her own share of secrets she's trying desperately to leave behind?

Members Reviews:

Another Great Audible!!!

I am in love with the Made in Savannah series by Hope. I'm not sure where Hope found Valerie, but she is the best narrator ever!!! I have listened to several books on CD or audible's and after listening to them, I really don't know what's happening but for some reason I can follow this book from start to finish.

Road to Savannah picks up right after Key to Savannah. We have Mercedes, Carlita and her oldest son Vinnie heading down to Savannah to start their new lives. Of course nothing can be easy for these ladies and when they take a look at their new digs, they find a body. This book has so many suspects, twist and turns you just don't know who the murderer is until the very end.

Hope, what an amazing book and Valerie as always, the characters voices are spot on. I don't know how you do it but it flows so naturally that I would think you're a Southern Italian woman.

Good continuation

Good continuation to the adventures of Carlita and Mercedes, their move to their new home and the trouble that lands in their building. Mystery not easy to solve but the culprit is caught thanks to Mercedes' curios nature.

Ms. Gilbert did another great narration as usual, love her New York accents.

Fun Read

I received a free copy of Road to Savannah: Made in Savannah Cozy Mysteries Series, Book 2 written by Hope Callaghan, and narrated by Valerie Gilbert in exchange for an unbiased review. This review copy Audio Book was provided by the author/narrator/publisher free of charge via Audio Book Boom.

I found Road to Savannah to be a great addition to this series. The story is a fun light mystery with Mom and daughter starting a new life in Savannah. Oh they're starting their new life selling gems acquired by the Mob.

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Title: Love Me Not

Subtitle: DI Helen Grace, Book 7

Author: M. J. Arlidge

Narrator: Elizabeth Bower

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7 hrs and 59 mins

Language: English

Release date: 05-18-17

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 41 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Publisher's Summary:

Penguin presents the unabridged, downloadable audiobook edition of Love Me Not by M. J. Arlidge, read by Elizabeth Bower.

She Loves Me

A woman's body lies in the road. At first it looks like a tragic accident. But when Helen Grace arrives on the scene it's clear she's looking at a coldblooded killing. But why would anyone target a much-loved wife and mother?

She Loves Me Not

Across town, a shopkeeper is killed while his customers are left unharmed. But what lies behind the killer's choices?

She Loves Me

Who lives? Who dies? Who's next? The clock is ticking.

She Loves Me Not

If Helen can't solve this deadly puzzle then more blood will be shed. But any mistake and it might be her own....

Critic Reviews:

"Helen Grace is one of the greatest heroes to come along in years." (Jeffery Deaver)

"The new Jo Nesbo" (Judy Finnigan)

"Fast paced and nailbitingly tense...gripping." (The Sun)

Members Reviews:

Who writes the descriptions?

Would you try another book from M. J. Arlidge and/or Elizabeth Bower?

Yes

If youve listened to books by M. J. Arlidge before, how does this one compare?

I didn't enjoy it as much. I was very much looking forward to it, but was disappointed.

Was Love Me Not worth the listening time?

I wouldn't go as far as saying that.

Any additional comments?

The scenes in the description of the audiobook never occurred, ever. Also, there were too many implausible moments that occurred because characters just weren't answering their phones. It was getting silly.

Preposterous!

No spoilers but the detective, who has recently been released from prison after being acquitted for killing 3 people, is now in charge of her former unit that was primarily responsible for her arrest and conviction (must have been a previous book) (no hard feelings, huh?). I know that fiction requires suspension of disbelief, but the only disbelief I have about this detective story is the number of "fives" other readers rated it. Finally, is this Detective Grace any relation to Roy Grace in the Peter James series?

Love me Not

Thoroughly enjoyed this book, loved the narration and the story. Not the ending I expected, but kept you guessing throughout the story.

I really wanted to love this

Unfortunately I found this kind of dull. I would love for the author to go back to his earlier books like Eeny Meeny. The narrator remains top notch but overall, it was just dull. I'll probably get the next title but I hope it's a return to form.

Aldridge hits it out of the park.

This is a great addition to this series. Unlike many series you don't have to have read the previous books

A real nail biter

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Title: Party Girls Die in Pearls

Subtitle: An Oxford Girl Mystery

Author: Plum Sykes

Narrator: Moira Quirk

Format: Unabridged

Length: 11 hrs and 27 mins

Language: English

Release date: 05-09-17

Publisher: HarperAudio

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 74 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Publisher's Summary:

The New York Times best-selling author of Bergdorf Blondes takes us back to the decadent 1980s in this comic murder mystery set in the tony world of Oxford University.

It's 1985, and at Oxford University, Pimm's, punting, and ball gowns are de rigeur. Ursula Flowerbutton, a studious country girl, arrives for her first term anticipating nothing more sinister than days spent poring over history books in gilded libraries - and, if she's lucky, an invitation to a ball.

But when she discovers a glamorous classmate on a chaise longue with her throat cut, Ursula is catapulted into a murder investigation.

Determined to bag her first scoop for the famous student newspaper Cherwell, Ursula enlists the help of trendsetting American exchange student Nancy Feingold to unravel the case. While navigating a whirl of black-tie parties and secret dining societies, the girls discover a surfeit of suspects. From brokenhearted boyfriends to snobby Sloane Rangers, lovelorn librarians to dishy dons, none can be presumed innocent - and Ursula's investigations mean that she may be next on the murderer's list.

Clueless meets Agatha Christie in this wickedly funny tale of high society and low morals, the first book in Plum Sykes' irresistible new series.

Members Reviews:

Jolly good read!

Hope a continuation is in the works for all the new relationships made and to find out if Nick gets his inheritance!

wonderful read

it was an interesting book I definitely would recommend any Plum Sykes novels however listening to it by this voice made it even more real I felt like I was part of it I definitely enjoyed and will continue to enjoy my subscription hopefully I will stumble across the same narrator.

Loved it!!!

Got to read exactly what I wanted. Perfect combination of high society, British schooling, and murder mystery.

Excruciatingly YA

1.47 hours in, I have listened to the 13-year-old narrator's high pitched voice give detailed descriptions, from head to toe, of each and every character, major, minor, and passing in the street. There has been zero development to capture or hold a reader's attention. I wish the blurb had explained that I was purchasing a book suitable for a 7th grader (maybe; depends on the 7th grader), and I would have skipped it.

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Title: The Thirst

Subtitle: Harry Hole, Book 11

Author: Jo Nesbo

Narrator: Sean Barrett

Format: Unabridged

Length: 17 hrs and 42 mins

Language: English

Release date: 04-20-17

Publisher: Random House Audiobooks

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 90 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Publisher's Summary:

After the brutal homicide of a woman, the Oslo Police Force know exactly whom to call: brilliant and unorthodox police investigator Harry Hole. When he suspects a link with one of his cold cases, it's a race against time to catch the elusive killer.

There's a new killer on the streets.

A woman is found murdered after an Internet date. The marks left on her body show the police that they are dealing with a particularly vicious killer.

He's in your house.... He's in your room....

Under pressure from the media to find the murderer, the force know there's only one man for the job. But Harry Hole is reluctant to return to the place that almost took everything from him. Until he starts to suspect a connection between this killing and his one failed case.

He's out for blood....

When another victim is found, Harry realises he will need to put everything on the line if he's to finally catch the one who got away.

Members Reviews:

Better than ever

What made the experience of listening to The Thirst the most enjoyable?

Having waited a while for a new Jo Nesbo audiobook, I was not sure if it would be as good as previous books. I loved the detail, the imperfections and the humanity of the characters

What did you like best about this story?

I suppose its the underlying qualities. On the surface it is a thriller, but under it, its about people and what makes us human.

What about Sean Barretts performance did you like?

He is one of my favourite narrators. He combines a very relaxed and laconic approach with a sense of drama.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

The young girl Marta

Any additional comments?

I have looked online and found out some info about the way Jo Nesbo writes and find him an inspiration as a writer, and find his books very believable

A bit too drawn out, but still a great listen.

I feel the overall story could have been more concise. This would have made it wonderfully thrilling and not just mediocre thrilling. However,Jo Nesbo has done it again and I still recommend this novel.

I had tears in my eyes in parts near the end,caused by knowing the history behind the characters.

Sean Barrett as wonderful as ever.

Dark side of the thirst.

What made the experience of listening to The Thirst the most enjoyable?

There are many twists and turns, as you would expect from a Jo Nesbo novel. they don't always work. In this Novel they do. There is an abundance of psychological investigation which keeps the reader stimulated, whether true or not is neither here nor there. As usual there the obligatory references to music and literature. Haruki Murakami gets a mention which is pleasing as he is also one author I most admire. Pink Floyd are given special treatment. For this alone the novel geserves five stars.

What did you like best about this story?

Everything. I listened in two sittings. It helps when a novel is basically based upon the entire work of British Rock band Pink Floyd.

What does Sean Barrett bring to the story that you wouldnt experience if you just read the book?

He is one of the best readers there is available. He is Harry!

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

You are going to pay me for the tag line? Someone else can do their job.

Any additional comments?

Just listen. It will be the best Crime tnovel this year.

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Title: A Perfect Obsession

Subtitle: New York Confidential, Book 2

Author: Heather Graham

Narrator: Saskia Maarleveld

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 46 mins

Language: English

Release date: 03-28-17

Publisher: Brilliance Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 80 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Publisher's Summary:

Perfect suspense from New York Times bestselling author Heather Graham! The latest book in her New York Confidential series.

Someone is murdering beautiful young women in the New York area and displaying them in mausoleums and underground tombs. The FBI is handling the case, with Special Agent Craig Frasier as lead.

Kieran Finnegan, forensic psychologist and part owner of Finnegan's, her family's pub, is consulting on the case. Craig and Kieran are a couple who've worked together on more than one occasion. On this occasion, though, Craig fears for the safety of the woman he loves. Because the killer is too close. The body of a young model is found in a catacomb under a two-hundred-year-old church, now deconsecrated and turned into a nightclub. A church directly behind Finnegan's in lower Manhattan.

As more women are murdered, their bodies discovered in underground locations in New York, it's clear that the police and the FBI are dealing with a serial killer. Craig and Kieran are desperate to track down the murderer, a man obsessed with female perfection. Obsessed enough to want to "preserve" that beauty by destroying the women who embody it...

Members Reviews:

Pretty weak

I generally enjoy Heather Graham's stories, but this was so predictable. I nearly stopped reading as it seemed more for teens. Not my favorite by far.

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Title: The Summons

Author: Peter Lovesey

Narrator: Simon Prebble

Format: Unabridged

Length: 10 hrs and 46 mins

Language: English

Release date: 03-24-17

Publisher: Recorded Books

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 82 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Publisher's Summary:

The third Peter Diamond investigation.

John Mountjoy has escaped from prison and kidnapped the chief constable's daughter. The only person he'll parley with is Detective Peter Diamond, who arrested him four years earlier for the murder of a young journalist. Mountjoy, who still maintains his innocence, has a simple request for Diamond. All the detective has to do is find the real killer and clear Mountjoy's name, and the hostage will be free to go. But in the intervening four years, the trail has gone cold and memories have turned hazy, making the hunt for the killer even more complicated the second time around. Will Diamond get to the bottom of the cold case before another life is lost?

Members Reviews:

Almost didn't read, but glad I did!

After the lackluster second novel in this series, I didn't plan to read another. Fortunately for me, I ran out of good novels to read and decided to give Mr. Lovesey another chance. I'm glad I did.

This novel is exciting, thoughtful, and an example of excellent police work. The main characters are charming, likeable, and intelligent, and the villains are excellent and completely believable. Against nearly impossible odds, Peter Diamond sets out to solve another mystery and succeeds in thrilling fashion. I cannot give higher praise for a novel and highly recommend it!

Upon completing this novel, I immediately rushed to my audible account and bought the next book in the series. The only disappointing news I can report is that the next book in this series is not read by Simon Prebble, who I think has done an outstanding job over the first three novels. My only consolation is that Simon Prebble returns later in the series to resurrect his role as narrator.

If you liked either of the first two novels in this series, I think you'll love this one. Enjoy!

British police procedural, somewhat contrived plot

A different kind of police procedure, since Peter Diamond isn't really an official detective, but is working for the police assisted by Inspector Julie Hargreaves. She is an up-and-coming detective who is one of the few who manages to tolerate the irascible old man without taking too much gaff from him. The plot is rather interesting, and there is an abundance of suspects. Like most procedurals, it is slow going at times. However, some of the situations seem too highly contrived, especially toward the end. It is as if the author sacrifices credibility in order to provide some final twists.

The story is much enhanced by the superb narration by Simon Prebble, one of my favorite readers.

Strange start, but gets very good quickly

I loved this book, as I do the other audio books in this series. Recommended.