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Chapter One

By: Michael Wood
Narrated by: Stephen Hogan, Lucy Paterson
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Only available from Audible, a gripping psychological thriller from the author of the DCI Matilda Darke crime series. Perfect for fans of Stuart MacBride, Mark Billingham and Val McDermid.

A copycat killer is on the loose but who really has blood on their hands?

For years, Aidan Cullen has dreamed of becoming a successful crime writer. When his hard work finally pays off and his first book is published, what should have been a night of celebration unravels into an evening of horror. Left for dead after a brutal attack, trauma leaves him paranoid and reclusive, and he retreats to the remote countryside with only his dog Nanook for company. With the world kept at arm’s length, he begins to feel safe. That is, until a woman is murdered at the end of his road.

With the police asking questions and a stalker knocking on his door, Aidan’s peace is completely shattered. And when the murderer strikes again, he starts to see a pattern in the killings; a pattern only he can recognise. Is the killer sending him a message or is his mind playing tricks on him? When you can’t trust yourself, nobody is safe.

©2023 Michael Wood (P)2023 Audible Ltd.
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Wow!

What great news writing. Absolutely loved the story. I want another, please. Mind bender, for sure.

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Great plot

Keep my attention from beginning to end! Great plot and character progression was great! Can't wait to read more from the author.

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Very good suspense

Get this one. It’s a harrowing story of murder and mental illness. The narrator was excellent. Great read for a rainy weekend.

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I enjoyed how the story would flip from the author’s life to the first chapt of each book.

Excellent story, pieced together nicely. You’ll figure out the “mystery” early on but it does not diminish the enjoyment of the story.

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Very much worth your time

This author simply cannot pump the books out fast enough for me. I actually woke up in the middle of the night for more listening. The narration was excellent, and I felt the production value was very high. Kudos!

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Excellent story overall

Michael Wood does an excellent job of bringing the reader into the story and along for an interesting character study. Perceptive readers will catch on to the clues strewn throughout the plot and enjoy the ending. To say more might spoil this mystery.

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Shocking Ending

I rea)y enjoyed listening to "Chapter One". The story really kept my interest. The characters were well developed and the story line was great. The ending however was a reL surprise. Usually I have an idea of who the murderer is. In this case I would never have guessed the murderer. The narrators did a great job. I highly recommend this book.

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good story great narration

The narrator brings the story to life. He really pulls you in and keeps you listening. I would have finished this in a day if I was able to. I don't leave a lot of reviews but I noticed there wasn't very many reviews at the time of writing this and I felt it deserves at least one more.

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Better than expected

I wasn't sure what to expect with this one. Part of thought it would not live up to his DCI books. But I thoroughly enjoyed it.

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The ending was phenomenal

I caught on to the ending a few chapters before I wished I had, however it’s a good twist! The story was really good. I think the reading of the book chapters inside the book was the best part. Should’ve added a bit more of that. It’s like watching a show within a show. Like The Simposons itchy and scratchy, and F is for Family etc,

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