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A Noise Downstairs

A Novel

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A Noise Downstairs

By: Linwood Barclay
Narrated by: George Newbern
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The New York Times best-selling author of No Time for Goodbye returns with a haunting psychological thriller that blends the twists and turns of Gillian Flynn with the driving suspense of Harlan Coben, in which a man is troubled by odd sounds for which there is no rational explanation.

College professor Paul Davis is a normal guy with a normal life. Until, driving along a deserted road late one night, he surprises a murderer disposing of a couple of bodies. That’s when Paul’s "normal" existence is turned upside down. After nearly losing his own life in that encounter, he finds himself battling PTSD, depression, and severe problems at work. His wife, Charlotte, desperate to cheer him up, brings home a vintage typewriter - complete with ink ribbons and heavy round keys - to encourage him to get started on that novel he’s always intended to write.

However, the typewriter itself is a problem. Paul swears it’s possessed and types by itself at night. But only Paul can hear the noise coming from downstairs; Charlotte doesn’t hear a thing. And she worries he’s going off the rails.

Paul believes the typewriter is somehow connected to the murderer he discovered nearly a year ago. The killer had made his victims type apologies to him before ending their lives. Has another sick twist of fate entwined his life with the killer - could this be the same machine? Increasingly tormented but determined to discover the truth and confront his nightmare, Paul begins investigating the deaths himself.

But that may not be the best thing to do. Maybe Paul should just take the typewriter back to where his wife found it. Maybe he should stop asking questions and simply walk away while he can....

©2018 NJSB Entertainment Inc. (P)2018 HarperCollins Publishers
Crime Thrillers Psychological Supernatural Suspense Thriller Thriller & Suspense Paranormal Fiction Mental Health Exciting Emotionally Gripping
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"Linwood Barclay's spine-tingling thriller is masterfully narrated by George Newbern.... Newbern portrays an array of characters with impressive range. In particular, his affable style is perfect for Paul, the decent guy at the story's core. It also lulls the listener into a false sense of security, making it all the more jarring when Newbern delivers taut suspense, depraved motivations, and gobsmacking twists." (AudioFile)

Gripping Suspense • Unpredictable Twists • Excellent Narration • Engaging Storyline • Compelling Mystery • Complex Hero
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Wow what a great story. First few chapters are a bit slow but it really helped that all the characters all catch your attention right away!

Wow

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Really liked this one! Keep you guessing til the very end. Worth the credit-the narration was great

Great gaslight book

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I highly recommend this thriller. You will enjoy the mystery and the ride. Thank you


Fantastic

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Kept me really invested in the storyline. Had a surprising ending. It certainly kept me wondering who the villain really was, and if they were real or just a figment of the imagination.

Storyline

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At first, I thought this seemed like a very ordinary book, but it didn't take long to become entranced with Paul's mental state. Is he dreaming? Is he confused? Is he as crazy as he believed his professor friend was 6 months ago? The cast of characters is wonderful each well written, and quite understandable in their parts. The reader could spend a lot of time following along and enjoying the book, or he/she could spend that time trying to figure out the "who done it" aspect. I chose to follow along, meeting everyone at the right time and under the right circumstances and not worrying about who did it. Because of that, I was surprised by the ending and I loved it! Barclay has done a splendid job with this latest book.

Always Pay Attention to the Noises Downstairs!

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If you want Suspense and Mystery read this Awesome story. Alfred Hitchcock "who dunnit" It will keep you wondering what the Heck is going on ... Creepy and Sad. You will not be able to stop listening. The story captures your attention right from the start!
The violence starts out with the main character Paul and the suspense continues throughout the story. It drives you mad trying to solve the mystery....
The characters are Great, some of these characters will come to Surprise you. The entire book is a whirlwind of Suspense, Sadness and figuring out the Mystery....
You will never guess the ending.

Linwood Barclay is a Great Author. Will read more from this Author

This book deserves 10 stars

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Good premise, unfortunately I figured it out way too early. Glad there were still a surprise at the end.

Disappointed

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Once again Linwood Barclay has given us a truly great mystery/thriller with relatable characters, and a storyline that keeps you guessing to the very end. Add phenomenal narration by George Newbern, no surprise A Noise Downstairs is 5 Stars!

Linwood Barclay + George Newbern = 5 Stars!

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This book kept me glued to it. Great story that keeps you guessing all the way to the end. I think it would make a great screen play. Narration was clear and well done too.

Excellent!

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I tale with many twists! You never knew until the end ‘who done it’!! A good one!

WOW!

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