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The Profiler
- By: Helen Fields
- Narrated by: Jess Nesling
- Length: 10 hrs and 53 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 213
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 200
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 199
Midnight Jones is an analyst trained to understand the human mind. But everything changes when, in the course of her work, she discovers Profile K’s file – because K stands for killer, and she knows that someone more dangerous than she could have ever imagined walks among them. Midnight knows what Profile K is capable of before he even commits his first crime. But as the news rolls with the brutal murder of a local woman, no one believes what she tells them. Profile K will kill again – and Midnight realises that the moment she found his file was the moment she became his next target.
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2 out of 5 stars
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Not the best
- By caroline on 07-05-24
- The Profiler
- By: Helen Fields
- Narrated by: Jess Nesling
Not the best
Reviewed: 07-05-24
The premise was great. The actual story and characters predictable, nothing particularly twisty or riveting and the fact you can guess what is going to happen the whole way along, doesnt add for any surprises. Bit of a disappointment and by the time I got to the end of the book, I was so over hearing about "my sister", I was almost hoping the killer would finish them all off in the bedroom and escape into the darkness! Now you wouldn't have seen that coming!
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The Defence
- Eddie Flynn, Book 1
- By: Steve Cavanagh
- Narrated by: Adam Sims
- Length: 10 hrs and 42 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 1,306
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 1,213
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 1,214
The truth has no place in a courtroom. The truth doesn't matter in a trial. The only thing that matters is what the prosecution can prove. Eddie Flynn used to be a con artist. Then he became a lawyer. Turned out the two weren't that different. It's been more than a year since Eddie vowed never to set foot in a courtroom again. But now he doesn't have a choice. Olek Volchek, the infamous head of the Russian mafia in New York, has strapped a bomb to Eddie's back and kidnapped his ten-year-old daughter, Amy.
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4 out of 5 stars
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Fast and furious.
- By anne on 25-02-16
- The Defence
- Eddie Flynn, Book 1
- By: Steve Cavanagh
- Narrated by: Adam Sims
Struggling to finish
Reviewed: 27-07-21
After starting this review I reaslised there was no point wasting time on such a pile of rubbish, so instead have deleted the title from my audible library and hopefully can erase it from my memory.
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Dead Ground
- Washington Poe, Book 4
- By: M. W. Craven
- Narrated by: John Banks
- Length: 10 hrs and 32 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 582
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 529
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 528
Detective Sergeant Washington Poe is in court, fighting eviction from his beloved and isolated croft, when he is summoned to a backstreet brothel in Carlisle where a man has been beaten to death with a baseball bat. Poe is confused—he hunts serial killers and this appears to be a straightforward murder-by-pimp—but his attendance was requested personally, by the kind of people who prefer to remain in the shadows. As Poe and the socially awkward programmer Tilly Bradshaw delve deeper into the case, they are faced with seemingly unanswerable questions.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Up to standard
- By mollyeyre on 04-06-21
- Dead Ground
- Washington Poe, Book 4
- By: M. W. Craven
- Narrated by: John Banks
Cannot understand the reviews
Reviewed: 18-07-21
I must be getting very cynical for when I download a supposedly cracking thriller from a top notch author I expected nothing more than what the reviews stated. Instead of listening to to well rounded characters with depth and meaning, complex plot and procedure, I got a silly over narrated story that was so implausible I gave up after chapter 12.
Personally to listen to someone explaining a game with broomsticks and how much fun it is, while at some secret M15 location really doesn't sit well with me. The fact that this character is in her 30''s, incredibly intelligent, no doubt high on the spectrum raises issues, when the author decides to make her sound like a 5 year old. Or has the narrator chosen to make this character sound more ridiculous than need be. Either way what could have been a darkly enjoyable series, set in an interesting part of Britain has instead been turned into teen fiction dumbed down for the masses.
Not for me,
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Slow Horses
- Slough House, Book 1
- By: Mick Herron
- Narrated by: Sean Barrett
- Length: 9 hrs and 44 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 3,457
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 3,186
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 3,174
Slough House is Jackson Lamb’s kingdom; a dumping ground for members of the intelligence service who’ve screwed up: left a secret file on a train, blown surveillance, or become drunkenly unreliable. They’re the service’s poor relations – the slow horses – and bitterest among them is River Cartwright, whose days are spent transcribing mobile phone conversations.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Intelligence, wit and great plot
- By gilbrek on 06-11-10
- Slow Horses
- Slough House, Book 1
- By: Mick Herron
- Narrated by: Sean Barrett
Not for the politically correct
Reviewed: 30-06-18
Slow Horses was a find from another reviewer and I decided to give it a go. Something a little different from my usual choice of audio. All I can say is that I have now finished the latest book in this series, London Rules, book 5, and each instalment just gets better, funnier, and thoroughly entertaining. Sean Barrett narrates absolutely perfectly, his Jackson Lamb is spot on and brings to life this revolting character in full brilliant colour. With a wonderful twist of spook, espionage political intrigue and a touch of reality, this series lends to an excellent listen with many funny one liners to keep you on your toes. And of course there is a touch of Russian thrown in to one of the instalments to ensure the spy theme is kept alive.
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The Outsider
- By: Stephen King
- Narrated by: Will Patton
- Length: 18 hrs and 41 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 5,573
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 5,097
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 5,085
When an 11-year-old boy is found murdered, forensic evidence and reliable eyewitnesses undeniably point to the town's popular Little League coach. But the jailed suspect, arrested in a public spectacle, has an alibi, and further research convinces Detective Ralph Anderson that the coach was indeed out of town. So how can he have been in two places at the same time?
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5 out of 5 stars
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The Outsider Stands Tall
- By Simon on 24-05-18
- The Outsider
- By: Stephen King
- Narrated by: Will Patton
Fans of Mrl Mercedes
Reviewed: 30-06-18
The subject matter is hard to contemplate. The overall storytelling, the narration and creepiness lend it to a binge listen. Great to have Holly back too. Recommend to all Stephen King followers and those who loved Mr Mercedes.
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The Choice
- By: Jake Cross
- Narrated by: Alison Garner
- Length: 10 hrs and 55 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall3.5 out of 5 stars 6
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Performance4 out of 5 stars 6
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Story3.5 out of 5 stars 6
On a wet road in the black of night, Karl Seabury is driving home to his pregnant wife. Suddenly, caught in his headlights in the middle of the road is a woman shaking with fright. The woman says her name is Liz Smith, that her home was attacked, and that she was the only one to escape. In a split-second decision, Karl decides to help her to safety. But Liz is hiding a dark secret, and now, his good deed has put his family in terrible danger....
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4 out of 5 stars
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what a ride
- By Jennifer Heafield on 01-04-18
- The Choice
- By: Jake Cross
- Narrated by: Alison Garner
Bad Choice
Reviewed: 10-04-18
I am afraid I have hung up my wireless earphones at chapter 40 but I would like to state I gave this audio a sterling effort and tried very hard to listen to it. However it got to the point when I asked myself why listen to B rated books when there are so many wonderful A+ listens to chose from.
If the terrible banter, if you can call it that, between the lead characters wasn't nauseating enough the storyline just went from ridiculous to well ridiculous. It all finally came to a halt for me when Karl calls his 6 month pregnant wife to warn her of impending danger from ruthless killers who already know where they live, that they will stop at nothing to hurt her and their baby, to pack her bag and get out. Well I dont know about you but if I got a call like that, Im out of there without a bag, just my passport in hand and calling for a taxi to the nearest airport.. Of course wife replies she is not leaving her home, but instead is going to get her nails done... Really? we are living in the 21st Century full of violence, home invasions, muggings, threats from every corner of the world.. All I can say is that I am waiting for ITV to pick this up for its new 4 part serial thriller, I am sure it will be a massive hit. They love drivel like this.
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The Scarred Woman
- Department Q, Book 7
- By: Jussi Adler-Olsen
- Narrated by: Saul Reichlin
- Length: 17 hrs and 20 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4 out of 5 stars 883
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Performance4 out of 5 stars 813
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Story4 out of 5 stars 806
The international number one best seller returns with his most captivating and suspenseful novel yet - perfect for fans of Stieg Larsson and Jo Nesbo. In a Copenhagen park, the body of an elderly woman is discovered. Though the case bears a striking resemblance to another unsolved homicide from over a decade ago, the police cannot find any connection between the two victims. Across town a group of young women are being hunted down. The attacks seem random, but could these acts of violence be related?
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1 out of 5 stars
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Infantilising narration
- By Anthony on 23-09-17
- The Scarred Woman
- Department Q, Book 7
- By: Jussi Adler-Olsen
- Narrated by: Saul Reichlin
Absolutely terrific
Reviewed: 28-09-17
Dont be put off that the wonderful narrator Stephen Pacey is no longer Carl Morck and Department Q. Saul Reichlin steps up to the role perfectly. Yes he may be a slower more enunciated narrator than Mr Pacey, but once you get used to his rhythm and balance, you find yourself once again totally absorbed in the story. Jussi-Adler-Olsen, does not disappoint and even though Carl has become slightly more sombre, Department Q a darker place, there is still the sense of humour and moments where you burst out laughing at the comments and thoughts of Carl or from the wonderful Assad.
From the very first instalment of Department Q and one of the rare series I have listened to again, I am delighted to recommend book 7 to all who enjoy the writing and style of Mr Adler-Olsen. it does start out slow and the characters in the beginning are not particularly likeable but as you get more involved in the story and the characters are rounded out you can easily believe these people actually exist.
Looking forward to book number 8.
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I Am Missing
- David Raker, Book 8
- By: Tim Weaver
- Narrated by: Joe Coen, Tim Weaver, Charlotte Ritchie
- Length: 13 hrs and 39 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 244
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 224
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 224
When a young man wakes up bruised, beaten and with no memory of who he, the press immediately dub him 'The Lost Man'. Ten months later Richard Kite remains as desperate as ever. Despite appeals and the efforts of the police, no one knows this man. Kite's last hope may be private investigator David Raker. But Raker has more questions than answers. Who is Richard Kite? Why does no one know him? And what links him to the body of a woman found beside a London railway line two years ago?
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3 out of 5 stars
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Impossibily Silly
- By caroline on 28-08-17
- I Am Missing
- David Raker, Book 8
- By: Tim Weaver
- Narrated by: Joe Coen, Tim Weaver, Charlotte Ritchie
Impossibily Silly
Reviewed: 28-08-17
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Whenever I finish a Tim Weaver book, I think never again. Then I go and buy another and wonder why I did that. What a ridiculous storyline. Could the author stuff anything else into an already over stuffed plot which is so unbelievable you have to laugh? Amensia, deception, murder, embezelling, drugs, lonely islands, cruise ships, interogation, monsters.... step sisters, prostitutes... , sinister comings and goings, and all solved by the intrepid David Raker who seems to have bottomless pockets and can trip around the world solving mysteries no other person can solve. Yawn. All narrated in a grey dreary voice to match the whole humourless story. I lost count how many times I had to keep going back to previous chapters as I found my mind had wandered away from the storyline or the fact I didnt even particularly care. 13 hours listening to a book touted as a best seller, tense thriller, a page turner... Definitely the last time for me.
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The Likeness
- Dublin Murder Squad, Book 2
- By: Tana French
- Narrated by: Grainne Gillis
- Length: 21 hrs and 37 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4 out of 5 stars 473
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Performance4 out of 5 stars 439
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Story4 out of 5 stars 439
Still traumatised by her brush with a psychopath, Detective Cassie Maddox transfers out of the murder squad and starts a relationship with fellow detective Sam O'Neill. When he calls her to the scene of his new case, she is shocked to find that the murdered girl is her double. What's more, her ID shows she is Lexie Madison - the identity Cassie used years ago as an undercover detective.
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5 out of 5 stars
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I sewed us together at the edges with my own hands
- By Wras on 04-12-16
- The Likeness
- Dublin Murder Squad, Book 2
- By: Tana French
- Narrated by: Grainne Gillis
Tremendous Author
Reviewed: 09-02-17
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Tana French is a tremendous author. Her books are beautifully written, descriptive, the characters have depth and a fullness so often missed by other authors. Her books take time to get into but once you get used to her rhythm and pace the story flows and becomes alive. Obviously I am a fan of Tana French. Well worth a listen. Broken Harbour was my first book by her and since then have never yet been disappointed. Thoroughly enjoying the murder squad series.
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The Trespasser
- Dublin Murder Squad 6
- By: Tana French
- Narrated by: Hilda Fay
- Length: 20 hrs and 6 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 461
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 424
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 418
Antoinette Conway, the tough, abrasive detective from The Secret Place, is still on the Murder Squad, but only just. She's partnered up with Stephen Moran now, and that's going well - but the rest of her working life isn't. Antoinette doesn't play well with others, and there's a vicious running campaign in the squad to get rid of her.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Redrum, not in lipstick but in blood, said Rellik
- By Wras on 26-09-16
- The Trespasser
- Dublin Murder Squad 6
- By: Tana French
- Narrated by: Hilda Fay
5 Stars
Reviewed: 13-01-17
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Absolutely terrific. Listened non-stop. Tana French is an excellent author, characters are wonderfully drawn, the plot intricate, clever, never letting up. Very very good.
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