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The Cove

Detective Erica Sands, Book 1

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The Cove

By: Gregg Dunnett
Narrated by: Jan Cramer
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After the sudden death of her husband, Christine Harvey would do anything to give her precious children Molly and Ryan a fresh start. The huge clifftop house she’s hastily purchased has the most breath-taking ocean view she’s ever seen. Surely here they can someday be happy again?

But Christine had no idea that her family’s new dream house is right next door to where a child was abducted and murdered. And nobody told her that the father – who was the main suspect in the police investigation before it collapsed – still lives there.

Everyone urges her to move on, but Christine can’t stop thinking about that child. Fearing for the safety of Molly and Ryan, she frantically delves deeper into the old case, looking for anything that will give them some answers.

But some secrets are best left buried, and as the behaviour of their new neighbour grows increasingly unsettling, Christine wonders if digging up this one was the worst thing she could have done for her family…

From the number-one bestselling author, this is a captivating listen with a twist that will make you gasp. Perfect for fans of JP Delaney, The Housemaid and Shari Lapena, you won’t be able to stop listening.

©2023 Gregg Dunnett (P)2023 Storm Publishing Thriller & Suspense Mystery Detective Suspense Psychological Fiction Private Investigators

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I was so excited about this book based on the reviews! Personally, I found the narrators voice to be distracting & wonder if I would have enjoyed the story more if I read it versus audio

Narrator voice distracted from the story!

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Loved Little Ghost by the same author and found this one. Narration for the main Detective (Erica) was a little harsh but overall, like she was an un-empathetic Robot at times, but this was a good book that kept me engaged and focused. Never predicted who did it!!

Another good book from Gregg Dunnett!

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First time listening to a book by this author. I will definitely look for mate books by this author

Great story!

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I read Little Ghosts by Gregg Dunnet and really enjoyed it, so I went looking for another of his works. The Cove was his latest release so I had high hopes.

The writing was decent overall but there were some glaring holes in the plot, namely why the mother chose to move to the cove. It made no sense and wasn't really explained. You'll know what I mean toward the end of the book.

What almost killed me, however, was the narration. The characters were so ridiculously over-performed, especially when the main character (Erika) was speaking, that I found myself cringing throughout the entire book. I think Erika could have been portrayed as a strong, intelligent and focused detective without the loud/clipped/obnoxious voice she was given. It made her unlikable to the point of distraction.

While not a favorite, I would have found the story worth the credit but the narration killed it for me.

Sort of okay

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I really like this author, and this book, like his other novel Little Ghost, does not disappoint.
Engaging, complex story with great characters and many twists and turns.
I didn’t like the narrator at all. Overacting to the point of being very distracting and silly. Annoying! She’s a stage actor with no subtlety, not a book narrator.

Great story

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