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Titel: Das goldene Ei (Guido Brunetti 22)

Autor:: Donna Leon

Erzähler: Joachim Schönfeld

Format: Unabridged

Spieldauer: 8 hrs and 56 mins

Sprache: Deutsch

Veröffentlichungsdatum: 05-28-14

Herausgeber: Diogenes Verlag AG

Kategorien: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Zusammenfassung des Herausgebers:

Für Patta soll Brunetti diesmal nur pro forma in einem Kavaliersdelikt ermitteln: Er soll den Ruf des Bürgermeisters schützen, dessen künftige Schwiegertochter die Gesetze übertreten hat. Paola hingegen ist unerbittlich: Sie möchte wissen, was für ein Mensch der Tote war, der bei den Brunettis in der Nachbarschaft umgekommen ist. Dabei sieht alles zunächst nach einem Unfall aus: Die Schlaftabletten waren bunt wie Bonbons und der Junge nicht ganz richtig im Kopf. Doch tatsächlich: Je mehr Brunetti sich umhört, desto mehr Widersprüche kommen ans Licht, ja am Ende gar ein Mord. Niemand will etwas gewusst haben. Doch auch Nichtstun kann zum Verhängnis führen. Brunettis privatester Fall...

©2014 Diogenes Verlag (P)2014 Diogenes Verlag

Mitglieder Bewertungen:

Five Stars

well read!

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Title: The King's Jar

Subtitle: A Dani O'Rourke Mystery

Author: Susan C. Shea

Narrator: Dara Rosenberg

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 7 mins

Language: English

Release date: 05-23-14

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Publisher's Summary:

Acquisition of the King's Jar, a priceless African artifact, is a major coup for San Francisco's prestigious Devor Museum of Art and Antiquities - and the gala celebration honoring its donors is a high-stakes affair. Dani O'Rourke, Devor's chief fundraiser, is a pro at dealing with wealthy patrons, demanding bosses, big egos, and museum-world politics. Murder, however, is way above her pay grade, and definitely beyond her comfort zone.

When the renowned archaeologist who authenticated the King's Jar turns up dead, and the invaluable relic vanishes, Dani suddenly finds herself trapped in a real-life game of Clue - with a gallery of glittering suspects, and a killer who's playing for keeps. But drumming up donations from society swells is a far cry from matching wits with homicidal thieves. And juggling the amorous advances of a police detective, a TV celebrity, and her own playboy ex-husband - while sparring with an African ambassador, an obsessed archaeologist-in-training, a billionaire and his trophy wife - certainly doesn't make it any easier to figure out who's lying...or keep anyone else from dying.

Members Reviews:

Pleasant listen

This was a nice book to listen to while driving or working around the house. A little slow getting started, but the main characters were interesting. My only real issue was with the narrator, who did a fine job overall, but evidently was unfamiliar with some of the words and would mispronounce them. For example the word "coup" was used several times, but it was spoken as "coop".

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Titel: Bruchlandung

Untertitel: Lenz' zwölfter Fall

Autor:: Matthias P. Gibert

Erzähler: Matthias Lühn

Format: Unabridged

Spieldauer: 6 hrs and 25 mins

Sprache: Deutsch

Veröffentlichungsdatum: 05-05-14

Herausgeber: ABOD Verlag

Kategorien: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Zusammenfassung des Herausgebers:

Zwei Mitarbeiter eines Sicherheitsdienstes werden tot auf einer Großbaustelle in Thüringen entdeckt. Weil die Männer aus Nordhessen stammten, werden die Kasseler Kommissare Paul Lenz und Thilo Hain um Amtshilfe gebeten. Die Getöteten waren auch auf dem im Vorjahr eröffneten Flughafen Kassel-Calden für die Bewachung der Baustelle eingesetzt und offenbar in kriminelle Geschäfte verwickelt. Lenz und Hain versuchen, eine Katastrophe zu verhindern, doch die Zeit rinnt ihnen durch die Finger.

©2014 Gmeiner Verlag (P)2014 ABOD Verlag

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Title: Murder by Prophecy

Subtitle: Duke Becker, Book 2

Author: Gary Kassay

Narrator: Andy White

Format: Unabridged

Length: 10 hrs and 10 mins

Language: English

Release date: 04-15-14

Publisher: Cherry Hill Publishing

Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 6 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Publisher's Summary:

What would you do if you had been falsely imprisoned? What would you do if while in prison your wife and your children had been brutally murdered and no one cared? For Samuel Maxwell, the decision was easy. He would spend his time in prison learning everything he could to carry out his plan for revenge. Duke Becker is called to Police Chief Rockwell's office because a letter of prophetic murder has come true, and the Chief is sure that more will follow, including one meant for him.

Becker and his squad from Special Investigations Homicide will have to follow a twisting trail of greed, conspiracy, and murder to find the Prophet and stop him from killing again. The Prophet will stop at nothing to revenge the death of his family and he will do so by making the greedy slum lords pay with their lives. But will Inspector Duke Becker and his squad be able to find out who The Prophet is before more die? Or will he even want to after finding out why The Prophet is taking out his revenge?

Members Reviews:

Murder By Prophecy

I eagerly awaited this second book by Gary Kassay and I was not disappointed. It is well written and it reflects Kassay's intimate knowledge of police work. It's hard to put down this book because it's suspense holds your interest. George Spiro

Great Detective Series!

Second Duke Becker story in the series was excellent! Loved the plot and following the killer inside and out. Different than other detective mysteries. Kassay tells details to keep it gruesome and gripping until the end!

A very good followup to his first book

It started a bit slow but picked up quickly and kept me riveted until the end. I can't wait to read #3 in the Duke Becker series.

Murder by Prophecy

Another great NY murder mystery filled with info only a true New Yorker would know. It kept me hooked all the way to the end.

Great story

Very well written book. The story is a nice twist on the classic revenge tale, and had excellent depth to the villian. It is interesting to see Kassay's development as a writer, and I am eager for his third book to hit!

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Title: The Ghost Private Eye

Subtitle: The Gemini Detectives Trilogy

Author: Devlin Church

Narrator: Darlene Allen

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 28 mins

Language: English

Release date: 04-15-14

Publisher: Banty Hen Publishing

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 7 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Publisher's Summary:

Detectives Alexandra Winter and Jack Daniels have been close friends and partners ever since they started working at the San Diego Police Department.

In fact, on their latest case there's only one thing separating them: the fact that Alexandra's been murdered by their main suspect.

But that doesn't mean either of them have stopped in their hunt for the killer...

Members Reviews:

Very interesting story with great narration

This was a interesting book with a fun turn on a tragedy that happens very early in the story. It could have been a dark story but ends up not being so.

The narrator in this story is spectacular. I have read a few books narrated by her and I think she really has a gift for making the characters come alive. I now look for books narrated by her.

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Title: The House of Dolls

Author: David Hewson

Narrator: Saul Reichlin

Format: Unabridged

Length: 12 hrs and 33 mins

Language: English

Release date: 04-10-14

Publisher: Whole Story Audiobooks

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 5 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Publisher's Summary:

Anneliese Vos, 16-year-old daughter of detective Pieter Vos, disappeared three years ago. Her father's desperate search revealed nothing. One day, Laura Bakker, a trainee detective, visits to tell him that the daughter of local politician, Katja Prins, has gone missing in circumstances similar to Anneliese. Vos is drawn back into the life of a detective, hoping that somewhere will be a clue to his daughters fate.

Critic Reviews:

"Dark and atmospheric with breathless pacing" (Linwood Barclay)

Members Reviews:

Brilliant

I have been totally gripped by this novel, the story was very complicated and held my interest right through. The main character was flawed as they all seem to be in today's crime novels, but he elicited my sympathy rather than my irritation - I liked him.

The story kept me guessing until the end, and I hated putting this audio book down whenever I had to attend to something.

Saul Reichlin is as superb as ever, one of the best narrators on Audible in my opinion.

Seedy Amsterdam, murder, kidnapping, new detective

Always a pleasure to listen to a thriller by Hewson and narrated by Reichlin. The central detective, Inspector Vos, has sunk into depression at the failure to find his kidnapped daughter, Anneliese. However, a new rookie police woman from the sticks, revitalises the enquiry, and the chase is on. Inspector Vos is a thoughtful detective, and could be compared to Morse. Interesting detective duo. Immensely enjoyable story excellently narrated by Reichlin.

I gave up

I've enjoyed the author's Rome series so am surprised and disappointed that I was bored by this book. There are so many two-dimensional characters with unfamiliar names that I lost track of who are the criminals and who the victims inhabiting the various seemingly unrelated stories. I gave up about half-way when I started asking myself why am I perservering and moved onto another book that I'm finding much more engaging.

Saul Reichlin is a wonderful narrator with a lovely voice so I'm sorry to be giving up on this book.

Interesting Story with plenty of suspense..

Interesting Story but one I struggled to really get into and engage with the characters. Plenty of satisfying suspense and twists and a good ending.

The reading was good, although at times I did lose track of things but maybe that's me being distracted.

Well worth a listen .

Long drawn out

A bit boring no excitement in the whole storyteller very good at trying to make it good

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Title: The Helper

Author: David Jackson

Narrator: Nick Landrum

Format: Unabridged

Length: 11 hrs and 9 mins

Language: English

Release date: 04-03-14

Publisher: Whole Story Audiobooks

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 6 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Publisher's Summary:

After a grisly murder in a shabby New York bookstore, Detective Callum Doyle starts receiving sinister phone calls. Doyle is told more deaths are planned but the caller will give him clues, on the condition that he keeps them to himself. As more vicious deaths follow, the pressure on Doyle to find a link becomes unbearable. Does he continue to gamble with peoples lives? Or should he sacrifice everything to defeat a ruthless and manipulative enemy?

Critic Reviews:

"Recalls Harlan Coben though for my money Jackson is the better writer." (Guardian)

Members Reviews:

Average but engaging thriller

Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?

Yes I enjoyed it as an easy listen (a break from Wolf Hall which I am having problems getting through). It was also an ideal audio book as it was easy to pick up / put down.

What do you think the narrator could have done better?

One of the voices was really silly and fake, but it turns out there is a reason this character has such a silly voice, however it is still irritating to listen to.

Any additional comments?

I would rate this 3.5 stars. It's a decent thriller which progresses at a good pace, and I did enjoy it, however I felt the storyline had been done before. A rogue cop gets contacted directly by a man with clues to crimes which the cop has to solve to prevent more deaths. Instead of telling colleagues what's happening he sets off to solve the crimes himself. The plot is a bit silly in that respect, but the descriptions of the crimes are detailed and, as the reader gets to know people before they become victims, we care about what happens to them. However several of the plot twists were predictable (although the revelations at the conclusion were a surprise). I like the sense of satisfaction that comes with guessing correctly what will happen next, but it was frustrating waiting for the main character to catch on. I don't want to give away the ending but it all seemed a bit random and lots of 'telling' with long sections of dialogue. Overall a good read that doesn't require much concentration.

Good.listening

I have in fact read this book some time ago but listening to the excellent narration brought it alive. Thank you.

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Title: Dream Chasers

Subtitle: An Inspector Green Mystery

Author: Barbara Fradkin

Narrator: Kevin Kraft

Format: Unabridged

Length: 9 hrs and 33 mins

Language: English

Release date: 03-19-14

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 6 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Publisher's Summary:

A 17-year-old sets out to meet her secret lover by an Ottawa waterfall. Three days later, her body washes up in the shallows. The public fears a sexual predator is on the loose, but Inspector Green suspects a more personal connection. His search for answers draws him into the world of elite young athletes, drugs and teenage sexuality. Then a social worker who knows too much disappears, and blood is found in the house of a star with NHL prospects. Unless Green can unravel the truth, how many others will pay the ultimate price for a young mans dreams?

Members Reviews:

Complications galore

This may well be the best book I've read in this series, so far. The relationship between Green and his daughter, Hannah, is slowly improving. Hannah is involved on the outskirts of this case which involves a young hockey star (high school) who hopes to be a first round draft pick for NHL. His girlfriend is murdered. Did he do it? His father, fearing she would disrupt the boy's focus? His agent, for much the same reasons? A jealous young girl? There are plenty of suspects and plenty of complications including drugs, unfulfilled dreams, short tempers, a sexual predator, and young people's innate mistrust of the police. An outstanding read!

Good easy read

I enjoy a good light Reading afternoon ,especially when it rains. I like the Inspector Green character. plot is well written.

A tragic story of wasted youth

Good heavens! Can the much exalted world of holy hockey have such unsavoury aspects? This was a heart breaking story.

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Title: Honour Among Men

Author: Barbara Fradkin

Narrator: Kevin Kraft

Format: Unabridged

Length: 10 hrs and 54 mins

Language: English

Release date: 03-13-14

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Publisher's Summary:

Inspector Green is coping with an office job, still eager to get back into the day-to-day fray of policing. His chance comes when an unidentified woman is drowned in the Ottawa River. In her possession is a Medal for Bravery from a peacekeeping mission. As Green and his team dig deeper into the military past, Green finds himself sucked not only into the murky past of a peacekeeping unit but into the high-stakes present of a federal election race. What crime was committed in Yugoslavia more than a decade ago? Is someone still killing to prevent that secret from coming to light? And does the diary of a dead soldier hold the key?

Members Reviews:

Less interesting that others in the series

I found this entry in the life of Inspector Green less interesting than the others. I think that is because this one involves the inner workings of the military, a topic which does not interest me at all. Yes, there is some overlap between members of the police and members of the military. Yes, the upper echelons of both are quite political. Yes, there is action and betrayal and suspicious death, but this book is just not as enjoyable as others in the series.

worth reading

Good story, brings you along on an interesting journey but the end is odd. Not sure if they found the mastermind behind the murders or not.

Ottawa will never seem the same again

Ditto my review of other Inspector Green stories.

A great Canadian Mystery

Barbara Fradkin's mysteries are a must for expat Canadians. The settings in Ottawa and Ontario add a great deal. Her books however do stand on their own for fascinating stories and an appealing detective.

i enjoy the genere this was new author and i will read the series

i enjoy the genere it was a good example the author was new to me i will continue reading her books i have already started fifth son

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Title: Alvarez Journal

Subtitle: Gabe Wager, Book 1

Author: Rex Burns

Narrator: Chris Sorensen

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7 hrs and 15 mins

Language: English

Release date: 03-13-14

Publisher: Audible Studios

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Publisher's Summary:

Detective Gabriel Wager of the Denver Police Department investigates the Rare Things Import Shop because of a tip that it was a front for marijuana smugglers who were supposedly smuggling the weed in at the rate of five-hundred to a thousand pounds a week. Alvarez was professional--and slippery. And Wager, working with a new partner, Detective Denby, wasn't finding that very easy, either.

Members Reviews:

Alot of Draining of Coffee Cups While Waiting for Something to Happen!

I really wanted to like Rex Burns' The Alvarez Journal (1975). It won the 1976 Edgar Award for best first mystery novel by an American author. Also, Tony Hillerman is quoted (on the front dust jacket flap) as saying: "For police procedural fans, a new star has risen in the West. Rex Burns' The Alvarez Journal is superb. Absolutely authentic, absolutely gripping."

The Alvarez Journal is modest in length, only 200 pages (hardcover, 1st editon), and is written in a crisp, clear prose making it relatively easy to read and understand. It details in a logical, step-by-step manner, how Police Detective Gabriel Wager, with a lot of help from the Denver Police Department, takes a tip from a Seattle office of the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEQ) and through persistence and determination builds a successful case that ends in a guilty plea by the defendant. Detective Wager is Chicano, and is as hard as nails. Believe me: you do not want to become indebted to him through illegal activities; he holds his snitches to a higher standard and expects them to deliver.

Although The Alvarez Journal has a lot going for it, it was a chore for me to read. I'm not quite sure why. Maybe police procedurals are not for me. (This was my first.) I think I forced myself to read it (perhaps at a time when I needed to read a more complex, multi-layered story). I did notice that when I finished the book and then went back and re-read the first five-or-so pages, for better understanding, it now read crystal clear and the prose seem brilliant.