
Penguins and Mortal Peril
Madigan Amos Zoo Mysteries, Book 1
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Narrated by:
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Rebecca Reed
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By:
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Ruby Loren
Finding a body in the penguin pool isn't a great way to start the day.
It’s even worse when you realise you're now in charge of looking after the penguins.
Because their keeper is the one at the bottom of the pool.
Zookeeper, Madigan Amos, is just as curious as anyone about the strange circumstances surrounding the penguin keeper’s death. But after apprehending armed intruders, getting caught in the middle of a deadly attack, and sparring with a machete wielding murderer, she starts to wonder if she should have kept her curiosity to herself.
Unfortunately, there’s no getting out now.
Someone at the zoo has a hidden agenda.
And they’re willing to kill to keep it a secret.
Pick up this mystery today and you’ll be up all night listening to find out "whodunnit"!
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Saturday did not start out well for Madi, keeper at the Avery Zoo. The
regular keeper for the penguins was late, so those duties were temporarily
added to hers. Until she found his body in the penguin pool. And that's
just the beginning of this well crafted mystery puzzle full of twists,
turns, and too many suspects for Madi to be sure of, including a protest
group who have been causing trouble for a while now. There are more
incidents, interpersonnel conflicts, and a real surprise ending. Don't
miss this one!
Rebecca Reed is excellent!
Good story, good narrator!
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Madigan working at the zoo was her dream job, taking on animals that were shunned by other keepers. Ray was late, so her boss wanted her to check out the Penguins area, which was his. A body and now she would have the aquatic area to do. Every day animal activists hung out in front, was the activists, and the disturbance they caused just a cover up. And why was murder done at the penguin enclosure. It cost a lot to run a zoo, were the managers looking for Away to bring in more money. An interesting plot, enjoyable as you figure out what was going on, you wouldn't of thought of. Enjoyed narration by Rebecca Reed
Given ARC for my voluntary review and my honest opinion.
INTRIGING
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It was a long day for Madison since no one thought to take care of her animals while she was questioned by the police. She wondered about the ‘animal rights crazies’, a rag tag group of protesters, currently camped outside the zoo entrance. Could they have harmed Ray? One of her co-workers mentioned them too, then told her there was rumor of another bunch of more extreme activists who were known to take matters into their own hands.
While checking on the feral cats the zoo allowed to stay for their rat-catching abilities, Madi heard footsteps that seemed a bit furtive. It was getting dark and thoughts of Ray being killed after hours made her cautious as she pressed against the wall to stay out of sight. The man who walked by was Lowell, a new builder working on the animal enclosure in her area. Builders never stayed after hours since it would cost extra money. Why was he wandering around this area? The next day, after concluding her lecture to the public on zoo animals, she saw Lowell walk by yet again. Why was he not working on the enclosure right now? Why was she still suspicious of him? She began to follow him but lost sight of him until, walking into the bat enclosure, she heard voices -- then Lowell and Mr. Avery, owner of the zoo, walked out! What was Mr. Avery talking to the new builder about, especially with their voices lowered? Things were getting very strange indeed! Could the elderly zoo owner be plotting something with the strange newly-hired builder? Is Madi putting herself in danger by following her sharp instincts and being too curious?
This is a steadily moving story line with interesting and well-defined characters. In the audiobook version, the narrator did a very good job with the voices and inflection. It really brings the story alive for the listener. The author keeps the story intriguing by giving us possible suspects, but no certainty of their guilt. So the reader follows Madi’s actions as she tries to find the killer with the hidden agenda -- before he turns on her or others! Grab your book or listen to this excellent mystery and you’ll be hooked on this series! [Note: The narrator makes a number of small changes throughout the script, all of which make it even better for the reading while staying true to the story line. Very well done!]
The Intrepid Zookeeper
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With well constructed and funny characters and an intriguing and well-carried plot, this book is truly a delight. I simply couldn't stop listening: so many details of the lives of those who keep a little zoo working, so many interesting and funny characters!
Madigan is a great character: smart, caring, dedicated, and I'd love to spend time with her. This is a delightful story, ideal for those who love animals ♥
Rebecca Reed does a really good job narrating the story.
Intriguing AND cute :P
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A great cozy!
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Very good
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I have subsequently become an eager fan of this series and enjoyed revisiting Ruby Loren's "Penguins and Mortal Peril" with this newly released audio version. I am so partial to a British accent, often saying murder "sounds" better with a British accent, and Rebecca Reed's delightful narration is brilliantly entertaining. She goes well beyond the traditional reading aloud format using a variety of British dialects to illustrate a plethora of character personalities along with the tone and emotions to keep me engaged. The one challenge female narrators have is doing justice to male voices, and Rebecca met and exceeded that challenge. Don't miss this gem!
Earns 5/5 Precarious Penguin Predicaments!
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Fun read
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A fascinating tale of murder and animals that will get you thinking.
Rebecca Reed is a fascinating narrator. Her different vocals for the characters seem to hit the true essence of these people.
Fantastic audio, narrator and story!!!
Penguins and Mortal Peril
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enjoyed the reader's accent. thankyou wish this series were on the nook
penquins in peril
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