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Silent Joe

By: T. Jefferson Parker
Narrated by: James Daniels
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With the horrible remnants of a childhood tragedy forever visible across his otherwise handsome face, Joe Trona is scarred in more ways than one. Rescued from an orphanage by Will Trona, a charismatic Orange County politician who sensed his dark potential, Joe is swept into the maelstrom of power and intimidation that surrounds his adoptive father's illustrious career. Serving as Will's right hand man, Joe is trained to protect and defend his father's territory - but he can't save the powerful man from his enemies. Will Trona is murdered, and Joe will stop at nothing to find out who did it.

Looking for clues as he sifts through the remains of his father's life - his girlfriends, acquaintances, deals, and enemies - Joe comes to realize how many secrets Will Trona possessed, and how many people he had the power to harm. But two leads keep rising to the surface: a little girl who was kidnapped by her mentally disturbed brother, and two rival gangs who seem to have joined forces. As Joe deepens his investigation - and as he is forced to confront painful events of his troubled childhood - these two seemingly disconnected threads will intersect. Just how and why form the crux of this intricate, intelligent mystery that satisfies the mind as well as the heart - and reveals yet again the impeccable detail, vivid characterization, and emotional complexity that make a T. Jefferson Parker novel impossible to resist.

©2001, 2002 T. Jefferson Parker (P)2004 Brilliance Audio, Inc. Crime Thrillers Mystery Suspense Thriller & Suspense Fiction Heartfelt

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Edgar Award, Best Novel, 2002

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Compelling Storyline • Emotional Depth • Believable Narration • Unexpected Twists • Literary Merit • Great Voice Quality
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Love James Daniels as always as the narrator!! Book was so well written. So much feeling and emotion but not the obvious kind. Anyways was just a good listen. Will listen again in the future!!

Great!!

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I really enjoyed the story. Narrator did a wonderful job. Good job at keeping my attention!

Excellent

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Loved this rendition. Wish they’d make it into a movie or series! One can dream.

Still my favorite book

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Where does Silent Joe rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

This is a very good book and the character of Joe is refreshing and likeable. If you like books about Orange County, CA, Michael Connolly, or James Lee Burke, you will probably like T. Jefferson Parker and "Silent Joe".

Who was your favorite character and why?

Joe Trona is tough, somewhat innocent, gallant, and honest. He was cruelly scarred as a baby and seems grateful every day of his life that he was adopted by the Tronas.

Have you listened to any of James Daniels’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

No I haven't.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

The book was very interesting and well written. I would have liked to listen to it in one sitting and wished there was a series with Joe Trona.

Any additional comments?

Great read!

A very likeable "Silent Joe"

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the reader, the story, it's all boring. I suffered through for any redemption. there isn't.

Boring

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I really enjoyed this novel. It's something different. You can't help but love and admire the main character. The narration was right on. I look forward to reading/listening to more books by T. Jefferson Parker.

Heart warming

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What a great read. Such a great writer. Getting more of his books. Loved Joe.

I loved this book.

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What did you like best about Silent Joe? What did you like least?

It has a slow pace, and was hard to keep my attention.

If you’ve listened to books by T. Jefferson Parker before, how does this one compare?

no

Which scene was your favorite?

didn't really have one

Do you think Silent Joe needs a follow-up book? Why or why not?

yes

It's okay but not great

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Would you listen to Silent Joe again? Why?

Yes, lots of subtle character relationships, smart writing that engages the listener to enter the complete world and put things together for himself. Fascinating interactions.

Which character – as performed by James Daniels – was your favorite?

The narrator is a nuanced talent. Many characters and they are so well differentiated that it sounds like multiple voices. Smooth and professional presentation.

Any additional comments?

After several listens I have been impressed by how well the author ties everything together with

I get why this won the Edgar!

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I read this book in hard copy 20 years ago and fell in love. I fell in love all over again with the production. I had read in previous comments however to run it at 3/4 speed and that's absolutely perfect. You need the slower style that would be Joe's voice.

outstanding

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