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Title: Devil Wind

Subtitle: A Sammy Greene Thriller

Author: Linda Reid, Deborah Shlian

Narrator: Barbara Whitesides

Format: Unabridged

Length: 12 hrs and 25 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-19-18

Publisher: Spoken Word Inc

Ratings: 3 of 5 out of 1 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Publisher's Summary:

Outspoken, brash New Yorker Sammy Greene needs a second chance. Fired from her job as a Washington TV producer, her midnight to three a.m. show, Sammy Greene on the LA Scene, at a small progressive radio station soon has Sammy ruffling the feathers of a popular Orange County Congressman. And everyone is listening.

December, 1999. Ten days before the new millennium. Already on edge with Santa Ana devil wind fanning fires threatening to engulf the city and Y2K looming, Sammy's callers imagine Armageddon - the perfect setting for a rogue CIA operative to manipulate fears as cover for his deadly plot.

A young woman's burned body identified as the wayward daughter of old friend, Gus Pappajohn, spurs the ex-campus cop to join Sammy in what may be a murder investigation, along the way exposing the seamy underbelly of Tinseltown. If Sammy's not careful this time, someone will make sure she's off the air for good.

Members Reviews:

Poor Quality

The story was decent and entertaining. Reading was poor - pronunciation of almost all medical terms was so bad it was laughable. Background noise was distracting with mouse clicks, page turning and speaker mouth noises all being audible.

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Title: Rain

Subtitle: David Wolf, Book 11

Author: Jeff Carson

Narrator: Sean Patrick Hopkins

Format: Unabridged

Length: 6 hrs and 14 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-10-18

Publisher: Cross Atlantic Publishing

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Publisher's Summary:

Into each life some rain must fall.

A woman crashes her car near the scenic Colorado ski resort town of Rocky Points and slips into a coma after suffering head trauma. The Sluice-Byron County first responders discover she's stolen her vehicle from central Washington, and doctors find her body is riddled with wounds that have nothing to do with the collision.

Chief Detective David Wolf of Rocky Points is two days from getting married when he learns the crash victim's identity is Special Agent Kristen Luke of the FBI - Wolf's colleague and former lover. As questions mount about her inauspicious arrival, Luke wakes up and provides no answers, because she can't remember.

When the Feds drop in to take Special Agent Luke back home, Wolf can't shake the feeling more danger is at play than they're letting on. In this action-packed new installment of the David Wolf mystery-thriller series, Wolf must choose between two loyalties, risking his new life at home to travel to the Pacific Northwest. Among biblical rains and ruthless gangs, can Wolf find the truth? Or will all he holds dear drown in deception?

Members Reviews:

#11 David Wolf

The David Wolf series needs to be read in order, in my opinion. That way you get the evolution of each character and the backgrounds. I think this one was one of the best but maybe it's because I like the characters so much and each one is better because of that. I still think Carson's female main characters tend to be a little too perfect and head turning(can't any of them be just normal looking every day women like the men in the series?) but it isn't as annoying as the series goes on. I can't wait to read number 12!

Carson, you glorious bastard, you'd better be writing!

Every book has gotten better...

Each draws you in, feels totally real, and leaves you wanting more.

And in the case of Rain, it leaves me desperate for book 12.

Im serious, Jeff... its midnight, i have to be up in 5 hours, and mmm ow i won't be able to sleep.

Because someone has to realize you are never... EVER more safe than when you have Wolf in your corner.

Maybe book 12 will prove that.

Buy yhis great tale !

I always enjoy David Wolfe !

Each tale is so different, but NEVER boring.

I was not disappointed this time.

I was taken on a roller coaster of events and surprises. This is not a book that enables predictions of each scenario or even the conclusion.

I am no good at sharing the storyline, so I will just say thanks again to Jeff Carson for such a delightful tale. I anxiously await the next episode.

Tired

I have just completed this latest installment of the Wolf series, having read the previous 10 in order. In general, I have enjoyed the plots and characters. However, this was not one of Mr. Carson's best efforts. It seemed almost frantic, and frankly the action strained credulity in places, especially near the end of the book. Then there is the problem that the series is becoming formulaic. In every installment (save the first) someone close to Wolf is put in harm's way and David comes to the rescue, meanwhile having political, jurisdictional and romantic problems. Perhaps it's time to slow down and put a bit more effort into plot development.

Here Is Another Exciting David Wolf Adventure

Jeff Carson has produced another winner.

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Title: Blood Truth

Subtitle: The Rick Cahill Series

Author: Matt Coyle

Narrator: Travis Baldree

Format: Unabridged

Length: 10 hrs and 21 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-09-18

Publisher: Oceanview Publishing

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 14 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Publisher's Summary:

A hard-boiled PI novel for fans of Raymond Chandler, Ross MacDonald, and Dashiell Hammett.

Rick Cahill has long feared the truth about his own blood - the blood of his father coursing through his veins.

When a long-hidden safe unlocks clues about why his father was kicked off the police force 27 years ago and then spiraled into an early drunken death, Rick determines to find the truth, even if it proves the one thing he's always feared.

But as he grapples with his father's past, the woman he still loves pleads with him to find out if her husband is having an affair - or is involved in something much more sinister. Could the truth send her back into Ricks arms? Would he have a last shot at happiness? He may never get the chance to find out, as killers who will do anything to protect their secrets lurk in the shadows.

Members Reviews:

A Great Story With Lots Of Action

This is my first Matt Cole book and I am so impressed with the book I have already purchased the first book of the series. Storytelling is a skill and Coyle has got it. This book is one that is easy to get into and keeps you interested till the end.

Its a story about bitterness and dying inside day by day. Its a story about wondering who your father really was inside and what the clues about him really mean. Was a hero or a crook? Its a story about swindlers, cheats, and conspiracies. Its a private eye story set in the modern age in San Diego and La Jolla with many of the traditional moorings such as a lone wolf st odds with the local police, run ins with the local scion of wealth, and mobsters hovering in the background. A lot of fun to listen.

I was given a free copy of this book for an honest and unbiased review.

Travis Baldree was outstanding with the delivery story.

absolutely great book

This book was amazing I wish I had listen to the others in this series. I loved the whole story line and I was unfamiliar with Ricks story. I loved the 2 story lines going on at the same time. A wonderful P.I. story with secrets at very turn! This book is more than worth a credit and without reading the others in the series I can guarantee they are worth reading!! The author created the best protagonist that a mystery could ask for who is Rick and what will he/wont he do to solve his father's "crimes"?!! A maybe bad guy and surprise good guy all rolled into one! I received this book for free for an honest review.

Everybody has secrets!

A story of painful regrets of not trusting and not forgiving.

Love the sarcastic humor of super-sleuth Rick Cahill.

Travis Baldree's narration brought the characters to life.

I was given a free review copy of this audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.

A heady tale in genuine noir style!!

"The storyline is crisp and moves at an enjoyable pace. There is humor, which is sometimes dark, but will have you chuckling out loud.... I truly enjoyed readingBlood Truth and look forward to reading the whole Rick Cahil series.

The narration is impeccable.. Travis Baldree gives an masterful performance of the characters depth and style that I have not in quite some time..

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Title: Saving Grace

Subtitle: Fleetwood and Sheils, Book 2

Author: Simon Wood

Narrator: Mel Foster

Format: Unabridged

Length: 10 hrs and 52 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-09-18

Publisher: Brilliance Audio

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 8 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Publisher's Summary:

His only chance to save a young girl's life is to put his trust in a headline-hunting kidnapper.

Former reporter Scott Fleetwood and his family are still recovering after tangling with a notorious kidnapper, the Piper, when another kidnapper grips the city. The Shepherd has snatched a young girl from a vacationing family. Other than money, he has one demand: he'll talk only to Scott.

Special Agent Tom Sheils is on the case and will watch over Scott every step of the way. The Shepherd promises the girl's safety as long as Scott follows the rules of his game. Forced to trail the kidnapper's twisting lead - and haunted by the last victim he failed to save - Scott is desperate to keep the past from making a brutal comeback.

But just when Scott and Sheils think they're winning and that it will all be over soon, the Shepherd ups the stakes. Scott begins to realize he's a pawn in a scheme that runs deeper than greed...and colder than death.

Members Reviews:

Excellent Suspense - Better Then Book One....

Book Two is so much better than book one. I really enjoyed this book and hope Simon Wood decides to continue this series.

In this book a little girl is kidnapped by a man calling himself the Shepherd. Her family is visiting from the UK. The kidnapper calls the newspaper Scott Fleetwood used to work for. He says he will only deal with Scott. There's a lot of running around with directions on what and how to deliver his ransom. But it seems the Shepherd is not the one running the show. He's been hired by someone else. His employer tells him not to let her go but to ask for another ransom. After that's been paid the employer again doesn't want the little girl released but he wants something the Shepherd can not do.

Meanwhile there's a few subplots going on including trouble at the newspaper. All of them somehow connect to the kidnapping. And the Shepherd is not who he first appears to be.

Mel Foster does an amazing job narrating. In the book the kidnapper uses a voice changer that changes with every word. Foster does this to perfection!

I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this book.

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Brilliant suspense mystery!

At this point I've listened to every Simon Wood novel available in audio. Most are very good indeed, but a couple including Paying the Piper, the first novel in this series, have been disappointing (3 stars). Saving Grace is the best work by Wood yet including others that I have rated 5 stars. It is a must listen audio book for those who like the mystery/thriller genre with intense suspense and and great plot twists. The publisher's summary sets up the story well, so read it before purchasing the audio book.

Mel Foster does a very nice job of narration.

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Title: The Pyramid of Mud

Subtitle: The Inspector Montalbano, Book 22

Author: Stephen Sartarelli - translator, Andrea Camilleri

Narrator: Grover Gardner

Format: Unabridged

Length: 5 hrs and 54 mins

Language: English

Release date: 01-02-18

Publisher: Blackstone Audio, Inc.

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 10 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Publisher's Summary:

This novel in the New York Times best-selling series has Italy's favorite detective uncovering corruption and mafia ties in the world of construction and public spending.

On a gloomy morning in Vigàta, a call from Fazio rouses Inspector Montalbano from a nightmare. A man called Giugiù Nicotra has been found dead in the skeletal workings of a construction site, a place now entombed by a sea of mud from recent days of rain and floods. Shot in the back, he had fled into a water supply system tunnel. The investigation gets off to a slow start, but all the evidence points to the world of construction and public contracts, a world just as slimy and impenetrable as mud.

As he wades through a world in which construction firms and public officials thrive, Montalbano is obsessed by one thought: that by going to die in the tunnel, Nicotra had been trying to communicate something.

Members Reviews:

Excellent as always!

murder-investigation, law-enforcement, mafia, Sicily ----------

Another convoluted mess for the police to untangle, and in the middle of an unusually vicious rainy season. It seems odd to this American that the mob, payoffs, and the protection racket is so out in the open and simply facts of life. The publisher's blurb gives hints and there is no need for spoilers, but the side thread of Montalbano's trying to deal with Livia's depression from afar is well done.

Grover Gardner gives his usual fine performance as narrator.

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Title: The Fix

Subtitle: A Rick Fuller Thriller, Book 1

Author: Robert White

Narrator: Nicholas Camm

Format: Unabridged

Length: 13 hrs and 26 mins

Language: English

Release date: 12-07-17

Publisher: Whole Story Quest

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 12 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Publisher's Summary:

In the winter of 1996, on the orders of the British government, the SAS stole the contents of a safe belonging to the Provisional IRA.

Rick Fuller headed that team. Days later Fuller's wife was brutally murdered. Convinced he was betrayed from within, Fuller begins a relentless search for her murderers.

Ten years on, Fuller is a Manchester gangland enforcer, a lone and bitter figure. On a job in Amsterdam, doors open to the past, but can Fuller finally take his revenge on the men who betrayed him?

Critic Reviews:

"Five stars is just not enough!" (Christina Fox)

Members Reviews:

great read

great read a gripping story line can't wait to hear the next of the series

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Title: Shadows in the Night and Never Sleep with Strangers

Author: Heather Graham

Narrator: Saskia Maarleveld

Format: Unabridged

Length: 15 hrs and 13 mins

Language: English

Release date: 10-31-17

Publisher: Harlequin Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 31 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Publisher's Summary:

Shadows in the Night

A year after the chilling death of her mentor, criminologist Harley Frasier is still rattled. Secretly, she's suspected murder all along. Now the unveiling of the Amenmose exhibit is triggering a series of unexplained attacks, and there's only one man she can trust.

FBI special agent Micah Fox is used to charging into dangerous territory to solve a case. Working with a civilian is new ground, especially when she's as irresistible as Harley. He can't say no to her sharp instincts and sexy smile. And with a threat closing in, there's no way in hell he'll leave her unprotected.

Never Sleep with Strangers

Four years ago, while vacationing at their country estate in Scotland, Jon Stuart watched his wife plummet from the balcony to a horrific death. Although cleared of any involvement, he's endured years of public suspicion - losing friends and his good standing in the community. But this was no accident, and now he's determined to prove it was murder.

Orchestrating a dangerous plan, Jon has gathered the prime suspects at the scene of the crime. The stage is set as past and present collide, old lovers reunite...and a killer plots another perfect crime.

Members Reviews:

Uneven

The first story was fine and what I have come to expect from Heather Graham. The second story was poor - characters undeveloped, plot pacing poor.

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Title: A Tale of Two Kitties

Subtitle: Magical Cats, Book 9

Author: Sofie Kelly

Narrator: Cassandra Campbell

Format: Unabridged

Length: 8 hrs and 29 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-26-17

Publisher: Tantor Audio

Ratings: 5 of 5 out of 99 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Publisher's Summary:

With a well-placed paw on a keyboard or a pointed stare, Kathleen's two cats, Hercules and Owen, have helped her to solve cases in the past - so she has learned to trust their instincts. But she will need to rely on them more than ever when a 20-year-old scandal leads to murder....

The arrival of the Janes brothers has the little town of Mayville Heights buzzing. Everyone of a certain age remembers when Victor had an affair with Leo's wife, who then died in a car accident.

Now it seems the brothers are trying to reconcile, until Kathleen finds Leo dead. The police set their sights on Leo's son and Kathleen's good friend Simon, who doesn't have much of an alibi. To prove her friend innocent, Kathleen will have to dig deep into the town's history - and into her sardine cracker supply, because Owen and Hercules don't work for free....

Members Reviews:

Two brothers, two lives, and magical cats to boot

A Tale of Two Kitties is the newest book in the Magical Cats series. Leo James has returned to Mayville Heights to visit his son, Simon, and his granddaughter, Mia. Also returning to town is Victor James, Leo's brother, but his visit is less welcomed. Victor says he is returning because he is dying of cancer and wants one last chance to see his brother and make amends for having an affair with Leo's wife, Meredith, and stealing her away. Kathleen meets Victor on a walk and has her questions about Victor and his motives, something just isn't right with him. A murder and little things about the evidence and the magical cats, Owen and Hercules, are on the case. There are new questions about why Meredith left town with Victor and how she died in a one car crash. Who is the killer and how can Kathleen, Owen and Hercules prove it? Not everything is as it seems. As the questions are being answered, who is going to save Kathleen and Mia when the killer decides to prevent Kathleen from solving the mystery.

Always a surprise

Even if you figure out the killer, getting to the reveal is fun. Always find a twist. Kathleen always ends up in a life threatening incident. Sit back and enjoy.

Brilliant

As always, Sofia Kelly has written a well crafted story with well drawn characters. The story and characters are so realistic that the listener/ reader is easily drawn into the story. Instead of trying to out think Kelly and discover the villian, it's easy to just enjoy let the story and let it unfold. Also, Hercules and Owen are a great addition and I can't wait to see what happens with Mica.

another great magic cats mystery

she had me going to the end ... again. I recommend it whole hearredly without hesitation.

loved it.

I didn't want it to end. I love the people and atmosphere she creates. I 'd like to stay there. The mystery was well done and I wasn't sure how it would end till it was ending,

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Title: Flesh House

Subtitle: Logan McRae, Book 4

Author: Stuart MacBride

Narrator: Steve Worsley

Format: Unabridged

Length: 12 hrs and 47 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-07-17

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Limited

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 58 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Publisher's Summary:

The fourth thriller in the number one best-selling crime series from the award-winning Stuart MacBride. Panic grips the Granite City as DS Logan McRae heads up a manhunt for 'The Flesher' - one of the UK's most notorious serial killers.

The case was closed. Until the killer walked free....

When an offshore container turns up at Aberdeen Harbour full of human meat, it kicks off the largest manhunt in the Granite City's history.

Twenty years ago 'The Flesher' was butchering people all over the UK - turning victims into oven-ready joints - until Grampian's finest put him away. But 11 years later he was out on appeal. Now he's missing, and people are dying again.

When members of the original investigation start to disappear, Detective Sergeant Logan McRae realises the case might not be as clear cut as everyone thinks....

Twenty years of secrets and lies are being dragged into the light. And the only thing that's certain is that Aberdeen will never be the same again.

Critic Reviews:

Praise for Stuart MacBride: "Fierce, unflinching and shot through with the blackest of humour; this is crime fiction of the highest order." (Mark Billingham)

"Ferocious and funny, this is Tartan Noir at its best." (Val McDermid)

"MacBride is a damned fine writer - no one does dark and gritty like him." (Peter James)

Members Reviews:

Great writing, but the story is too gory for me

Stuart MacBride is a very skilled and engaging author who makes readers genuinely care about his characters. I really like how he plays with stereotypes and cliches by turning them around in unexpected ways. Unfortunately, this story line was just too gory for me. :(

If you like violence

I really enjoyed the unfolding of the mystery but I did not like the last few chapters. Gross is gross, though I can't think of an ending with swift finesse. The characters are good, the funny quips fly, the tensions are non stop and I still enjoy this series a lot!

A bit (!) gory but excellent

Despite the difficulty listening to this because it was so gory, this was a great book. Edge of the chair good. But I couldn't listen in bed. It wasn't what I wanted to think about as I fell asleep.

I love the characters. I love the narration. And I love MacBride's writing. The ending of this was amazing!

Started strong but ended weirdly

I've read the first three in the series and looked forward to the author's continuing character development and plot development The book started strong but wandered into a strange twist . After this plot point the story became disjointed and gross. I felt another writer revealed himself and tried a clumsily dark and revolting side. The author should keep to what works best: a believable story, quirky characters and realistic crimes solved.

excellent reader, good story.

liked it.. excellent reader, good story. enjoyed the hook. looking forward to the next book.

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Title: Less Than a Treason

Subtitle: Kate Shugak, Book 21

Author: Dana Stabenow

Narrator: Marguerite Gavin

Format: Unabridged

Length: 7 hrs and 1 min

Language: English

Release date: 08-22-17

Publisher: Tantor Audio

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 191 votes

Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Modern Detective

Publisher's Summary:

Two thousand people go missing in Alaska every year.

They vanish in the middle of mountain footraces, on fishing boats in the Bering Sea, on small planes in the Bush. Now a geologist known for going walkabout with his rock hammer has disappeared from the Suulutaq Mine in the Park. Was it deliberate? An accident? Foul play? Kate Shugak may be the only person who can find out.

But for the fact that Kate, too, is among the missing....

Critic Reviews:

"Richly nuanced, [and] highly entertaining.... The book is sprinkled with wit, studded with exquisite descriptions of the rugged landscape, and filled with opinionated and endearing characters, including reality TV show producers, park rangers, geologists, and barkeeps." (

Publishers Weekly, starred review)

Members Reviews:

about time Kate returned

I was thrilled to have Kate Shugask back in my reading/listening life again. This book was excellent. The naration was,also. No one in my opinion could render Kate and all the characters as well as Margarita Gavin does. The story was very interesting and it was a pleasure to listen to. I hope that Dana Stabenow has decided to keep writing the Kate Shugak books for a long time to come. There are many more stories to tell,I am sure.

Kate keeps rolling along

This book is really a continuation of Dana Stabenow's last book, 'Bad Blood'. It likely could have been written as one book or as the second of a sequel. But it did have different crimes to solve so hence we got this book.

In 'Bad Blood' the book ended with Kate and her dog, Mutt, getting shot without any final word and how it turned out for them. Since the series continues it is safe to say Kate survived. As with many of her books the author lays the groundwork with some background on different aspects of Alaska and the characters in her book. But eventually she gets to the crime and you are caught up in the resolution.

I continue to learn more about Alaska through her books. Even those living there get really cold in the winter and don't want to stay outside any longer than they have to. It is mentioned in the story that the elements of Alaska are out to get the people, some because they don't know any better and some that know better and still let Mother Nature get them anyway.

I find myself enjoying this series more the longer I listen to it.

Only bad thing...have to wait for another addition...

I truly enjoy Dana Stabenow's writing. From the Alaskan setting to the original storylines, I highly recommend this book and series.

Loved it!

Wonderful story- well written and smart.

I missed these characters and hope there is more to come.

the suspense was killing me right to the last

This was as suspenseful and as good as all the Kate Shugak series! So far I've never been disappointed.