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Title: Her Boyfriend's Bones

Subtitle: A Dinah Pelerin Mystery, Book 4

Author: Jeanne Matthews

Narrator: Kate Reading

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 53 mins

Language: English

Release date: 06-04-13

Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc.

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Publisher's Summary:

In 1973, on a remote beach on the Greek island of Samos, a movie star named Marilita Stephan murdered her boyfriend, his mother, and a powerful colonel in the military junta, a crime for which she was executed. Forty years later, Dinah Pelerin arrives on Samos to spend the summer with her Norwegian boyfriend, Thor, before she joins an archaeological dig nearby. Thor, a policeman on sabbatical, seems unduly fascinated by the 1973 murders, and Dinah soon discovers that he had more in mind than romance when he chose the island of Samos as their holiday destination.

Guns supplied to Greeces former junta by the CIA have turned up in Norway in the hands of terrorists, and Norwegian intelligence has traced the source of the weapons to Samos. The island has also become a transit point for refugees fleeing the Middle East. When an Iraqi immigrant with a fake ID is killed, Thor suspects a link to the arms traffickers. But before he can investigate, his car plunges off a cliff and he disappears. Because Greeces economic woes have bred corruption, Dinah fears that he was betrayed by local police and was either kidnapped or murdered.

Unable to trust anyone, she sets out alone to find him. The deeper she digs, the more connections she sees between the present crime wave and what happened in 1973. Its possible that Marilita may have been innocent, and the fate of her boyfriend holds eerie parallels to Thors disappearance. Dinah must be smarter and braver than she has ever been if she is to prevent another Greek tragedy.

Members Reviews:

Adventure Mystery in Greece; a diverting and well researched page-turner

Dinah Pelerin, cultural anthropologist and world traveler, is ready for romance and relaxation. Her Norwegian police force boyfriend, Thor, has invited her to join him at a Greek villa that he rented for his sabbatical holiday.

The villa is located on the island of Samos--famous for its sweet wine, birthplace of Pythagoras and Hera, queen of the Olympian gods. Dinah plans on joining an archaeological dig in Turkey at the end of summer after basking in the land of the Greek mythology. The perfect summer vacation awaits her. Or, so it seems.

Idyllic as the setting is, Dinah's dream vacation is startlingly interrupted on day one of it. She and Thor spotted a body as they were walking home from the village taverna--the same man who they just saw arguing with an old man--is now sprawled on the ground with a gaping hole in his chest. The murder was so recent that the body is still warm. Dinah starts to believe that trouble follows her wherever she goes. Thor goes back into "policeman mode full-throttle."

Dinah has also learned that their vacation villa was the home of the local movie star of the 60s, Marilita Stephan, who was accused of committing three murders on a remote beach on Samos: her boyfriend, his mother, and a powerful colonel in the military junta. Marilita was arrested and tried for the crime, and executed later by a firing squad in nineteen-seventy-three--several days before her fortieth birthday.

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Title: Unnatural Wastage

Author: Betty Rowlands

Narrator: Julia Franklin

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7 hrs and 43 mins

Language: English

Release date: 05-06-13

Publisher: Soundings

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 3 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Publisher's Summary:

When the body of pretty Fenella Tremaine is found in a skip with a distinctive oriental-patterned knife in her back, Sukey faces some big questions: Which of Fenella's enemies hated her enough to kill herand why? Could it be professional rivalry, or her promise to testify against a local residential home that's the key to solving the crime?

Sukey will have to use all her wits and her contacts - including dishy journalist Harry Matthews - if she and her colleagues are to bring the killer to justice.

Members Reviews:

Very enjoyable

It was an enjoyable read. I have read several earlier books and enjoyed them as I enjoyed this book. I will probably get more as soon as I read the books I already have.

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Title: Untold

Subtitle: A Berringer Family Novel, Volume 1

Author: Tamara Helene Arrington

Narrator: Courtney Abbiati

Format: Unabridged

Length: 10 hrs and 11 mins

Language: English

Release date: 05-06-13

Publisher: Tamara Helene Arrington

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Publisher's Summary:

Emerging from the innocence of childhood, Coral's curiosity dominates her thoughts as she pursues the discovery of whether her family exemplifies the conventional life or something more sinister and secretive than she could ever imagine. As she grows from child to woman, the truths of the Berringer Family emerge from the shroud of secrecy and neglect that has enveloped their lives for more than a decade. The journey of Coral Berringer is captivating, unbelievable, and at times disturbing. As the revelations of the sins of her family tree are revealed, everything that Coral ever knew to be true is not what it may have seemed. Will the anger of the lies destroy her? Can she battle the demon that walks the hallways of Ocean Point? Can she survive the eerie mansion that she fears is alive from an ancient curse? Will she be able to endure the torture and scars left by her mother's hands? Will Coral be able to accept the UNTOLD truths?

This is the first book of The Berringer Family novels. It is a thrilling and haunting mystery that will have you enthralled until the end. You will feel the fear, pain, and bittersweet romance that Coral experiences with each listen. If you enjoy stories that keep you on the edge of your seat mixed with paranormal elements, horror, and romance, then this is a must listen.

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Title: Parrot Blues

Subtitle: A Neil Hamel Mystery, Book 6

Author: Judith Van Gieson

Narrator: Meredith Mitchell

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7 hrs and 27 mins

Language: English

Release date: 05-01-13

Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc.

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 3 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Publisher's Summary:

She may be a divorce lawyer, but Neil Hamel uses her PIs instincts when a millionaires rare indigo macaw and newly endangered wife are kidnapped together. The unusual search puts her right in the heart of New Mexicos breathtaking Plains of San Agustin, for a dangerous game of bird smuggling and one-upmanship. Armed with high-tech surveillance equipment and a backpack full of her clients money, Neil treks to a remote exchange point. Alas, she returns with the indigo but no wife, and shes beginning to get ideas.

When she learns that one of her chief suspects has suspiciously expired in her absence, Neil makes it her mission to find out who killed him and where the kidnapped woman is. So far, the only eyewitnesses are the parrots - and theyre not talking.

Critic Reviews:

"Neil Hamel, the brisk Albuquerque attorney with a distinctly Southwestern spiritual side, makes her sixth appearance...in this clever, winning tale." (Publishers Weekly)

"An entertaining story, a spunky heroine, and some appealing glimpses of Southwest flora, fauna, and folklore make this a good choice for most mystery collections." (Booklist)

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Title: Sherlock Holmes in 2012: Timeless Duel

Author: Mohammad Bahareth

Narrator: Lillian Rathbun

Format: Unabridged

Length: 2 hrs and 23 mins

Language: English

Release date: 04-25-13

Publisher: Mohammad Bahareth

Ratings: 2 of 5 out of 3 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Publisher's Summary:

It's Sherlock Holmes like you've never seen him before. Between the classic Sherlock sleuth skills and the twist of time travel, Sherlock Holmes in 2012 is a mystery series that will have you asking for more.

Delve into the book to find a woman even smarter than Sherlock. He has solved the crimes of Britain but you will be amazed as he outwits terrorists and murderous foes on two continents and around the globe. Watch as the mind of Sherlock outsmarts the enemies of the 20th and 21st centuries and find out how he beats the greatest enemies of all time and how the bloodline of good old Watson has an intellect and brilliance that, when matched with Sherlock, is a force to be reckoned with.

Members Reviews:

DON'T READ IT NOT TRUE TO DOYLE

HATED IT

Cheesy and badly written

If you like a short story rife with punctuation errors and characters that are nothing like the original Conan Doyle characters buy this book. Where is an editor when you need one? At 140 some pages, it was still too long! I began skimming about a quarter of the way into this book when I realized I had made a mistake buying it.

Great detective story book

While I was searching for a good detective story I found this book. Initially I chose this book because it had a really nice cover image and a cool name but while I was reading this book, I felt that my choice is 100% accurate. The story is filled with mysteries and thrill which are nicely connected with modern world and the society which is a kind of nice thing to see in this Sherlock Holmes book or in other words it is a new experience for classic Sherlock Holmes lovers like me. I really loved this book. Author has done a great job to the name of this book. I would highly recommend this book to detective story lovers.

Excellent book for Sherlock fans

I am a big fan of Sherlock Holmes books. Because of that I bought this book Sherlock Holmes in 2012: TIMELESS DUEL which has been written by Mohammad Bahareth. I read this book really fast I didn't felt time past because the book is really interesting to read from beginning to end. This is such an excellent book among the plethora of books I have read so far.

Weird story

This is such a strange story, weirdly written. The story is choppy. Most importantly, completely not in character with Holmes pastiche. Totally not believable.

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Title: Blood Lies

Author: Marianne Macdonald

Narrator: Nicola Barber

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7 hrs and 42 mins

Language: English

Release date: 04-24-13

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Publisher's Summary:

To escape from bad memories and nightmares in London, antiquarian book dealer Dido Hoare takes time off to visit a childhood friend, Lizzy Waring. Lizzy lives in the picturesque village of Somerset with her husband and his family. The Warings own Monksdanes, an idyllic Georgian mansion; it appears the perfect place for an over-active London native to rest and recuperate. At first Dido is enchanted by the surroundings. But it's not long before she realizes, to her dismay, that the postcard beauty is just a faade - there's a much darker reality below the surface. And her best friend is unwillingly at the center of it all; something has gone terribly wrong with Lizzy's life. But what? Lizzie won't say, and her in-laws are a secretive lot. The Waring family code is quite obviously "blood is thicker than water". The rest of the world are outsiders. Nothing is what it seems.

Dido is determined to help her old friend. Fighting through a maze of lies and misdemeanors, and ultimately what she suspects is murder, she persists in probing the deep secrets the Warings are guarding. Making some allies and some enemies along the way, Dido uncovers the sinister underbelly to life in the picturesque village. Although aware that she is putting herself in jeopardy, she doggedly brings to light the horrifying truth that is at the center of it all.

Members Reviews:

not a very restful vacation

Poor Dido; she can't get away from murder, but I think the trip did her good anyway. I especially liked how her father Barnabas teamed up with Mrs Molyneux, the former teacher & clergyman's widow. He doesn't seem to like the country, but maybe she likes London.

The only thing I would have liked included is how Dido's friend Lizzie & her husband reacted to the news of the revelations at the end, but I guess you can't have everything.

Dido is great!

Love these books!

Good Mystery

This book, along with all the Dido Hoare mysteries, was good. Marianne MacDonald is a very good writer. I only have one problem with her books and the use of one certain word. They don't seem to be called for and I really wish she had left them out.

A Rabbit to Die For

Dido Hoare needs a vacation. Previous events have left her exhausted and stress-out. Lizzy Waring, an old-friend offers the perfect solution, a visit to the English countryside. Small towns hold secrets, protect their own and outsiders are not admitted to the enclave.

Teddy Waring, Lizzy's brother-in-law, returns home after serving time in prison, but when the skeleton of a woman turns up, the police are intent on reopening the ancient crime. Lizzy's father-in-law whose grip on reality is faltering fascinates Dido with his stories of his special book which can save the family from bankruptcy. But where is the personalized edition of "Peter Rabbit?"

Marianne MacDonald, picks up the pace of this English cozy with a modern twice to surprise and delight until a London traffic jam is preferable to the quiet of the English countryside.

Nash Black, author of "Sins of the Fathers" and "Travelers."

for fans of amateur sleuth novels

Normally Dido Hoare is a serene even-tempered individual but the events of the previous winter are still affecting her and now she needs a vacation.

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Title: Sherlock Holmes in 2012: Lord of Darkness Rising

Author: Mohammad Bahareth

Narrator: Amy Gramour

Format: Unabridged

Length: 3 hrs and 58 mins

Language: English

Release date: 04-20-13

Publisher: Mohammad Bahareth

Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 3 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Publisher's Summary:

It's Sherlock Holmes like you've never seen him before. Between the classic Sherlock sleuth skills and the twist of time travel, Sherlock Holmes 2012 is a mystery that will have you turning the pages for more.

He has solved the crimes of Britain but you will be amazed as he outwits terrorists and murderous foes on two continents and around the globe. Watch as the mind of Sherlock outsmarts the enemies of the 20th and 21st centuries and find out how he beats the greatest enemies of all time and how the bloodline of good old Watson has an intellect and brilliance that when matched with Sherlock is a force to be reckoned with.

Members Reviews:

good read

only about 2/3 through this book ( it is sequel to part 1 obviously) a bit of a stretch but then most Holmes pastiches are a bit of a stretch. Having said that,this combines Holmes, Watson's descendant, Irene Adler and Mycroft all in todays world... even homage to HG Wells Time Machine in the first part.

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Title: Wireless

Author: Jack O'Connell

Narrator: Eric Michael Summerer

Format: Unabridged

Length: 12 hrs and 49 mins

Language: English

Release date: 04-18-13

Publisher: Audible Studios

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Publisher's Summary:

This is a crime novel set in a decaying New England factory town, where Detective Hannah Shaw tracks down a demented ex-FBI agent who has murdered an activist priest. Jack O'Connell is also the author of Word Made Flesh, The Skin Palace, and Box Nine.

Members Reviews:

Five Stars

This guy is great. Read them all.

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Title: The Counterfeiter's Gold Tooth

Author: Nicholas Carter

Narrator: Kelly Klaas

Format: Unabridged

Length: 1 hr and 28 mins

Language: English

Release date: 04-17-13

Publisher: R.L. Sherer

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 2 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Publisher's Summary:

Nothing further was said, until the cemetery gate was passed, and they rode along the well-worn path leading to what seemed the private vault. The last iron door swung noiselessly in on its well-oiled hinges and he preceded the other into the pitchy darkness of the tomb. So, Nick Carter embarks on his great detective career; establishing himself as the American Sherlock Holmes.

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Title: Road Kill

Author: Marianne MacDonald

Narrator: Nicola Barber

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7 hrs and 30 mins

Language: English

Release date: 04-16-13

Publisher: Audible Studios

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 4 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Publisher's Summary:

When Dido Hoare, antiquarian bookseller and single mother, receives a frantic call for help in the middle of the night, she rushes to her friend (and nanny's) side. Dido has no idea that she is about to enter a world where no one is what they appear to be and there is danger all around. Dido arrives at Phyllis's apartment building to find that the lights in the hallway have all been shattered and that the apartment has clearly been burglarized. There is no sign of Phyllis anywhere and when Dido calls out her name she finds that Phyllis had been locked in the closet. Dido frees her and the trouble really begins. Why did the burglars give Phyllis a phone to use? Why didn't they steal anything valuable-like the television or some jewelry? The only response that Phyllis gives to these questions is that Frank, her husband, told her to call him if anything should happen there while he was gone. What was Frank, an account and jailbird, expecting to happen? And where is he anyway---is it his body the police just found in a local park? Unaware that any harm has come to Frank, the women go about cleaning up the apartment. Two men posing as police officers show up and start asking questions. Phyllis recognizes one of the men from the night before and realizes that they are back looking for whatever they were after. Clearly the case is more than Dido can handle, but she can't tear herself away-not even when her father, Barnabas, and an inspector, Paul Grant, warn her how much danger she is in. As Dido continues her search for answers she is led to Lal Fisher, Frank's sister, and to other dangerous situations throughout London. Will Dido find all the answers before Ben, her son, has to grow up without a mother?

Members Reviews:

Nanny's Problem

Dido needs a nanny for her son, Ben and Phyllis Digby is perfect for the job. But a frantic middle of the night phone call from Phyllis sends Dido rushing to her rescue.

Then Phyllis's husband Frank is murdered. Frank was an accountant with a gangster father and a missing gold shipment. "Road Kill" picks up the pace of this great series as Paul Grant, Dido's short-time married lover is suspended from Scotland Yard for helping her discover who killed Frank and locked Phyllis in a closet while their apartment was trashed. The clues are there but super sleuth you must be to arrive at a conclusion before the story ends. A delightful read.

Nash Black, author of "Sins of the Fathers" and "Travelers."

one quibble

I would have liked to know if what was in the envelope under the car's seat was what they thought it was.

But otherwise I found the plot made sense & characters were interesting.

Five Stars

Love anything about books and book stores.

Excellent storytelling

On a back street in central London is located Dido Hoare' Antiquarian Books and Prints. The shop is the business and home of a single thirtyish woman and her child. She receives some help from her father and a nanny Phyllis Digby who is more of a friend.

When Phyllis asks her employer for help, Dido immediately takes her son and goes to her friend's home. There she finds lights systematically broken and the door ajar. Dido finds Phyllis locked inside a closet. The frightened woman claims three polite men placed her inside the closet, but thoughtfully left her with a cell phone.