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  • Wilde, Book 2
  • Written by: Harlan Coben
  • Narrated by: Steven Weber
  • Length: 10 hrs and 4 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (239 ratings)

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The Match

Written by: Harlan Coben
Narrated by: Steven Weber
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Publisher's Summary

One of AudioFile Magazine's Best Audiobooks of 2022

From the creator of the #1 hit Netflix series Stay Close comes a gripping thriller in which Wilde follows a tip that may finally reveal the truth behind his abandonment—only to end up in the sights of a ruthless killer.

After months away, Wilde has returned to the Ramapo Mountains in the wake of a failed bid at domesticity that confirms what he’s known all along: He belongs on his own, free from the comforts and constraints of modern life.

Suddenly, a DNA match on an online ancestry database brings Wilde closer to his past than he’s ever dreamed, and finally gives Wilde the opening he needs to track down his father. But meeting the man brings up more questions than answers. So Wilde reaches out to his last, most desperate lead, a second cousin who disappears as quickly as he resurfaces, having experienced an epic fall from grace that can only be described as a waking nightmare.

Was his cousin’s downfall a long time coming? Or was he the victim of a conspiracy as cunning as it is complex? And how does it all connect to the man once known as The Stranger, a treacherous fugitive with a growing following whose mission and methods have only turned more dangerous with time?

©2022 Harlan Coben. (P)2022 Brilliance Publishing, Inc., all rights reserved.

What the critics say

“This audiobook is an edge-of-your-seat gripper. …narrator Steven Weber is a wizard at making [the team] vivid to you with regional accents, attitude, and verve.… It's very skillful, very high-octane fun.”AudioFile Magazine, Earphones Award Winner

“The topical follow-up to Coben’s best-selling The Boy from the Woods addresses reality shows, DNA searches, cyberbullying, and social media influencers in a suspenseful novel guaranteed to be a hit.”Library Journal (Starred Review) 

“Harlan Coben's puzzle-box mysteries have inspired numerous Netflix series, and his latest book, The Match, seems poised to follow suit.”Popsugar 

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Great story

Great follow up the the first Wilde book. Hopefully a third book is on the way

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Loved it

A Great 2nd book in the Series. I Hope there is another book about Wild.

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Riveting and entertaining

I enjoyed this so much I listened to it twice. I loved the plot twists.

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Loved this book!

Captivating until the end. Couldn’t believe how well put together this book is. Steven Weber is a great narrator. Totally understand what he is saying all the time plus he’s entertaining.

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Great story

Fast moving twists and turns. Couldn’t stop listening. Touched on important societal issues Great performance too

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As expected

A typical Harlan Coben book. But that’s what I like. Good character development. Referring to today’s technology. Excellent read.

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Excellent performance, interesting characters

I really enjoy Steven Weber's reading performance. I always know which character is speaking and the voice he chooses add to the overall character.

This is my first series of books by Harlan Coben, and I've enjoyed both so far.

I'll definitely try one of his other series, hopefully with Weber reading, or someone equally talented.

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All the twists and turns you've come to expect

Another great story from Harlan Coben, with Wilde growing into one of my favourite characters.

Without revealing any spoilers, I love how Coben brings in characters from other novels, and somehow ties them together, even if it's just for a short time.

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Intriguing characters and story

I have really enjoyed this series so far. Looking forward to the next in the series. Great characters and dynamic. Narration is great. I love the lead character has flaws or things he’s not good at but excels in other areas. Looking forward to more!

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Loved it!!

This booked moved at a great pace, had interesting characters and story! Kept me guessing all the way through! I think I just found my new favourite author!

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