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In a Place of Darkness

By: Stuart MacBride
Narrated by: Angus King
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The clock is ticking…

Detective Constable Angus MacVicar has just landed his dream job – transferred out of uniform and assigned to Oldcastle’s biggest ongoing murder investigation: Operation Telegram, hunting the “Fortnight Killer”.

Every two weeks another couple is targeted. One victim is left at the scene, their corpse used as a twisted message board. The second body is never seen again.

This should be the perfect chance for Angus to prove himself, but instead of working on the investigation’s front line, he’s lumbered with the forensic psychologist from hell. A jetlagged, sarcastic, know-it-all American, on loan from the FBI, who seems determined to alienate everyone while dragging Angus into a shadowy world of conspiracies, lies, and violence.

It’s been twelve days since the Fortnight Killer last struck, and the investigation’s running out of time. The darkness is growing, and if Angus isn’t careful, it’ll swallow him whole…

©2024 Stuart MacBride (P)2024 Penguin Audio
Crime Thrillers Mystery Police Procedurals Suspense Thriller & Suspense Traditional Detectives Witty Race Against Time

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The whole production too over-the-top for me

I adore Angus King as a narrator which is why I chose this title. Maybe it was the often farcical nature of the story, but even he seemed over enthusiastic.

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Damn good book

I loved this book!! Great story, interesting characters that evolved throughout the story. It was very well written and included all the essential for a good Scottish detective story. A bit of a plot twist however you can see it coming yet still is so well written that you feel it. I would love an Angus and Johnathon series. The ending makes one think it’s a possibility or is it just wishful thinking. Anyway…absolutely entertaining. As usual Angus narrated with his normal perfection. I love his voice.

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Please stop

Please stop with the unending political nonsense. Tell me a good story without all the agenda driving insinuating comments. I understand a comment now and again can be made to carry a character but your nonstop men are no good, religion is no good, and on and on and on. I loved Scottish crime for there humor and bluntness. Now over the last couple years your books and another author has gone downhill. I listen to audio books to get away from the political nonsense that has saturated every aspect of today's life.

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I really liked it

I really liked the book. Great storyline,and at times,I was on the edge of my seat.Angus King does such A great job with evevery voice he does.He really brings a story to life. I wish there was more.more.Could be a really good series. Thank you

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Great characters!

Angus & Dr. Fife are both larger than life characters who play off each other like experienced actors. This is a good story that is wonderfully narrated.

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Could Not Put It Down!

Great story, great characters and story interspersed with wit and charm. Hope there is a sequel.

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Really interesting characters!

I found myself wanting to listening to the book more and more, never dull. Opens strong!

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My favorite book in a quite a bit

I always enjoy books narrated by Angus king he magically brings characters to life.
I can’t wait for the next installment fingers crossed there will be one with the magic of this author narrator combo.
Loved it.

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Entertaining

The book is entertaining but predictable. The characters are likable and well written which keeps you engaged.

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Fantastic

Edge of my seat…. Didn’t see the ending coming. Characters were fun! Angus king is brilliant! Can’t wait for a sequel!

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