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Songbird
- Kings Lake Investigation Series, Book 1
- Narrated by: Gildart Jackson
- Length: 15 hrs and 56 mins
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"He saw a bare arm first, the hand palm up with fingers curled inwards. Then he stopped and took a few breaths. He could hear the two constables making arrangements before they separated, one saying he'd bring the other some tape from the car, and then it was just the summer morning quiet again."
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Overall4 out of 5 stars
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Performance4 out of 5 stars
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Story4 out of 5 stars
- Genki Ottawa
- 2020-05-03
Impressive writing and performance.
Peter Grainger is a new author for me, but it's easy to see people are more than satisfied with his police procedural novels. I felt a bit in the dark for perhaps the first couple of hours. The time spent at the crime scene was, well, it was unusual for a reader or listener such as myself. Having heard the whole novel, I can better appreciate why: The cast of characters is perhaps a bit crowded. But you soon realize that there are no superfluous characters. I really found DS Waters a likable and interesting guy, and I definitely want to follow his career. From what I gather, he must be in Grainger's DC Smith series of books, and I may have to get one of those next time I purchase a novel by Grainger. Gildart Jackson was sensational in his reading. Male or female, he brought those characters to life. He is a pro.
Some bothers: Yes, it is a bit of a long book, and my attention did flag more than a few times, but I never felt I was missing out on something of great significance. No spoilers, but once it became evident who truly was the guilty party, I began to hope for a good twist or some eye opening reason for the crime. It doesn't occur.
The audio itself is nicely produced except for some amateur distractions - such as the narrator turning the pages of his script. And, believe it or not, a police siren is "Audible" in the background at 7:20 of chapter 41. Come on!
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Overall3 out of 5 stars
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Performance4 out of 5 stars
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Story3 out of 5 stars
- Western Canada
- 2024-05-01
Not my favourite
I am a huge fan of the DC Smith series so I was hopeful that Songbird would lead into another enjoyable series. Overall, this book did not have the charm and humour that the DC Smith books have.
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
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Performance5 out of 5 stars
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- MOJO
- 2023-07-03
Spectacular
I read this the first one and it is awesome. I have read all the other books with the whole group and cried at the last one, however I cried for happy at this one……I won’t spoil it but it is great news…..the mystery is great, the characters hold you like friends and family, you will totally enjoy this.
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Overall4 out of 5 stars
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Performance5 out of 5 stars
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- Strathd3
- 2024-04-29
Solid police procedural series with excellent narration
Started with DC Smith series and pleased to continue with this one. Very well written and excellent character development. Narration was great - can make or break a book for me and this narrator did an excellent job.
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
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- Stacey Mansley
- 2023-06-16
Kept my attention
I love a good procedural but sometimes they do drone on. Not this one.
My attention was held from the first to the last and I’ve downloaded the next.
Highly recommend.
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- glo
- 2024-01-28
The narrator is phenomenal . Thepathothogist, made me think of James Robertson Justice, immediately.
I like the continuation of the characters. Peter Grainger is a great story teller. smith, waters , Butler thhey are all great.
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Overall3 out of 5 stars
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- Lisa McKay
- 2024-06-03
Disappointing stance on violence against women
The narration is superb. However, I am disgusted that Mr. Grainger suggests that women ‘invite’ violent behaviour from men because of choices the women make, such as what blouse she chooses to wear. Very offensive.
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
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- Trace
- 2020-04-11
back with old friends.
good stories. wonderful characters. can't wait for the next one. Peter Grainger just keeps getting better.
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Overall3 out of 5 stars
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- Amazon Customer
- 2022-05-11
Improved as it went on
Book started out slow and I almost gave up. Very procedural. Glad I kept listening because the story got progressively better and more interesting. Think I'll try the next in the series.
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- JohnS
- 2021-09-04
A really enjoyable story!
This was my first book by Peter Grainger, and what a discovery it was. The story is well paced and the characters are wonderfully drawn. I really enjoyed the splashes of humour throughout and the literate writing style. On to the next book in the Kings Lake series and the other two series, DC Smith and Willows and Lane.
The narration by Gildart Jackson is fabulous!
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