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  • A Cormoran Strike Novel
  • Written by: Robert Galbraith
  • Narrated by: Robert Glenister
  • Length: 22 hrs and 31 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (602 ratings)

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Lethal White

Written by: Robert Galbraith
Narrated by: Robert Glenister
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Publisher's Summary

An unsettling cold case investigation ensnares Cormoran Strike and his partner in a web of dangerous secrets in this #1 New York Times bestseller, the inspiration for HBO Max's acclaimed series C.B. Strike.

When a troubled young man named Billy asks Cormoran Strike to help him investigate a crime he witnessed as a child, the private eye is left deeply troubled. While Billy is obviously mentally distressed and cannot remember many concrete details, there is something sincere about him and his story. But before Strike can question him further, Billy bolts from his office in a panic.

Trying to get to the bottom of Billy's story, Strike and Robin Ellacott—once his assistant, now a partner in the agency—set off on a twisting trail that leads them through the backstreets of London, into a secretive inner sanctum within Parliament, and to a beautiful but sinister manor house deep in the countryside.

And during this labyrinthine investigation, Strike's own life is far from straightforward. His newfound fame as a private eye means he can no longer operate behind the scenes as he once did. Plus, his relationship with his former assistant is more fraught than it ever has been; Robin is now invaluable to Strike in the business, but their personal relationship is much, much trickier than that.

The most epic Robert Galbraith novel yet, Lethal White is “addictive, murderous fun” for British mystery lovers and crime fiction fans alike (Vox).

©2018 Robert Galbraith (P)2018 Hachette Audio

What the critics say

"[Narrator] Robert Glenister has peopled Strike's world with a huge cast that is convincing, horrifying, and funny. Here, as Strike and his partner, Robin, sort out the murder of Britain's awful culture minister, Jasper Chiswell (pronounced 'chisel'), the many greedy, snobbish, cruel faces of evil are human, but the plot and performance are pure magic." (AudioFile)

"Rowling's wizardry as a writer is on fulsome display in Lethal White (3.5/4 stars), a behemoth of a novel that flies by in a flash. This is a crime series deeply rooted in the real world, where brutality and ugliness are leavened by the oh-so-human flaws and virtues of Galbraith's irresistible hero and heroine."—USA Today

"At times you might feel as you did when reading the Harry Potter books, particularly later in the series, when they got longer and looser. You love the plot, and you love being in the company of the characters, and you admire the author's voice and insights and ingenuity, and you relish the chance to relax into a book without feeling rushed or puzzled or shortchanged.... Long live the fertile imagination and prodigious output of J.K. Rowling."—The New York Times

"If you love the intricate, character-driven mysteries written by Tana French and Kate Atkinson, then chances are good that you'll enjoy the ones by Robert Galbraith. . . . Robert Galbraith knows how to tell a story every bit as deftly as does J.K. Rowling. Cormoran Strike, who lost a leg in Afghanistan, may limp painfully through much of the book, but the tale being told never misses a step."—Joyce Sáenz Harris, Dallas Morning News

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  • Liz
  • 2018-09-21

Consistently excellent writing and narration

This was hands down my favorite audiobook of 2018. This entire series is excellent. #audible1

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  • 2019-12-17

Not a fan

Although the narration was excellent, I found the story to be very drawn out and extremely boring. It was difficult to get to the end.

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Another amazing book by Robert Galbraith

Waited so long for the release of this book and was not disappointed at all. Another thrilling listen. A great mystery that'll leave you questioning everything. Can't wait for the next one.

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great narrator!

loved that the narrator had different accents and voices for every character, really made a huge difference to my listening experience!

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“Superb by every measure”

I love this series and this, the 4th installment, did not disappoint in any way. The captivating performance of the narrator , Robert Glenister, brings the excellent writing to life. I fully hope there will be a 5th !!!

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Highly addictive....

Mystery unravels... Story behind the story revealed. Another successful addition to this entertaining series. Hard to wait for the next case to be taken on by Strike and Robin.

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A mystery to bray about

Another fantastic story and performance from the Strike series. Can't wait for the next book.

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Lethal white

The performance was excellent and easy to understand but I found the story dragged on too long. It was a bit boring in parts and put me to sleep several times but overall the plot was good,

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absolutely loved it

loved it from start to end. could hardly turn off the book even at bed time. still a great listen, even after the 5th time.

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Always enjoyable

I can't get enough of this series! As always, narration makes it even more enthralling.

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