This series has a continuing story arc and I recommend you read the books in order for maximum enjoyment.
Who knew that after the end of the last book Evelyn would face more perils? With Jasper safely stashed away, I thought Dr. Evelyn Talbot, head psychiatrist at Hanover House, the maximum security prison in Alaska, could finally relax and devote her time to researching serial killers at this facility she designed and developed for this purpose. When she’s abducted as she arrives home (this is disclosed in the opening pages), it’s not only a question of why but by whom. She’s six-months along in her high risk pregnancy and preparing to marry Sergeant Benjamin (Amarok) Murphy in a few days. No one knows where she is and Amarok races against the clock to try to find and save her.
At first, I was disappointed to learn Evelyn was abducted once again but this story soon took on different dimensions from the past. It took a minute to figure out the who, then the how and finally if some very bad things would happen before she was found (even that wasn’t guaranteed). We got several points of view throughout the book, which really made this even more interesting. I opted for the audiobook for the first time and now I’m committed to this format because Thérèse Plummer was just outstanding in every aspect of her performance. When things got really tense, she adjusted her cadence, pace and tone to match, making my heart race and consistently delivering a 5-star narration!
It takes a while for the story to build up and Amarok is going to drive you nuts with his frenzied investigation. But the payoff is huge as I didn’t want to stop listening, especially during the last 30% of the book. It was very good up to that point but impossible to put down once I reached it. This is a unique series and continues to bring the chills. It, yet again, surpassed my expectations.
Book Info
- Release Date: August 27, 2019
- Series: The Evelyn Talbot Chronicles #4
- Narrator: Thérèse Plummer
- Audio Length: 10 hours, 8 minutes
- Publisher: Macmillan Audio
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(Thanks to Macmillan Audio for my complimentary copy. All opinions are my own.)
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Yes I had similar feelings. Abducted again? How stupid are these people? But it was different. I liked getting more of Amorak’s views. And Therese Plummer has been excellent every time I have heard her. I also listened to the audio book. Excellent review, Jonetta!
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Thank you, Anne💜 I know! I remember your review and feeling similarly just based on the synopsis.
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Glad this series continues to offer some really fine reading time, Jonetta!
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Thanks, Marialyce💜
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Great review, Jonetta! Thanks for warning to start from the beginning of the series💜
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Thanks, Toni! Starting from the beginning will make it seem like one, long wonderful book. Now that I’ve heard it on audio, I’d highly recommend that format.
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I have the first book in the series and never get time to start it. I guess I better make time. Wonderful post as always!
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Thanks, Mackey! I’ve gotten the earlier books from the library or NetGalley. Hope you can do the same.
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Great review, Jonetta! As you know I am kind of on a series kick right now. I have started a few and now I think I might need to look at this one closer. lol
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Thanks, Brenda! This is one you can sink your teeth into.
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I said this the last time you reviewed Novak, but one of these days, I am going to try her books! This is a lovely review, Jonetta!
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Thank you, Jennifer💜 This would be a good one to try.
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That’s a little frustrating that she got abducted again but the series itself sounds really good. After listening to that teaser, I think I’d definitely go the audio route if I tried it.
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The series is incredibly interesting and one I read as soon as the books are released. I was reluctant to start this one but that changed very quickly once I started. I can’t rave enough about the narrator, Suzanne!
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Great review. Ive just finished this book, the e version, and can recommend it. I think its also the last, judging by comments on the authors FB page.
Gill
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Thanks, Gilly! I’m hoping there’s at least one more. It felt like there might be.
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