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The Fourth Monkey

By: J. D. Barker
Narrated by: Edoardo Ballerini, Graham Winton
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Se7en meets The Silence of the Lambs in this dark and twisting novel from the author Jeffery Deaver called "a talented writer with a delightfully devious mind".

For over five years, the Four Monkey Killer has terrorized the residents of Chicago. When his body is found, the police quickly realize he was on his way to deliver one final message, one that proves he has taken another victim, who may still be alive. As the lead investigator on the 4MK task force, Detective Sam Porter knows even in death, the killer is far from finished. When he discovers a personal diary in the jacket pocket of the body, Porter finds himself caught up in the mind of a psychopath, unraveling a twisted history in hopes of finding one last girl, all while struggling with personal demons of his own. With only a handful of clues, the elusive killer's identity remains a mystery. Time is running out, and the Four Monkey Killer taunts from beyond the grave in this masterfully written, fast-paced thriller.

©2017 J. D. Barker (P)2017 Recorded Books Fiction Hard-Boiled Mystery Police Procedural Psychological Suspense Thriller & Suspense Scary Exciting
Compelling Dual Narratives • Unexpected Plot Twists • Psychological Depth • Engrossing Diary Format • Engaging Performance
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This is the most original serial killer/Police Procedural I have experienced on Audible. Ingenious method writing and a great story with great narration.

Early in the book the police find a diary left for them by the killer. It's written by the killer about significant events that occurred when he was eleven years old. Barker reveals the twisted tale of a family of killers, written in first person, intermittently between chapters of police working desperately to save another victim. It is a grotesquely bizarre tale told in an entirely unique fashion.

The story told around the strange diary is nothing short of brilliant. I do have some holes to fill, but I suspect I was so caught up in the story I missed a few answers. I listened to this in a 24 hour period, which means I most certainly drifted at times.

Do yourself a favor and listen to this masterpiece!

Twisted Knives And Killer Humor

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I'm not usually a huge fan of police procedural mysteries, but I loved this one. It was twisted, suspenseful, and intriguing. The kind of book that keeps you up far past your bedtime, just because you can't find a spot you're willing to stop at. It's graphic, but if you could handle watching the movie Seven (and appreciate that type of imagery,) then you will love this book.

Loved it

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A bit on the morbid side but i really enjoyed the narration. I would definitely recommend.

A little gruesome

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Looking forward to the sequel. The history of the 4 monkey killer was s little unbelievable but it was a very good story with some surprises and definitely some suspense.

Different but enjoyable...

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Three star audio book. Not bad - but nothing rally social. Solid and entertaining if you like sociopaths

Classic

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This is the first Audible book that I couldn’t stop listening to in ages. I wasn’t crazy about the narrators attempt to sound like a black woman but overall it didn’t detract from a great story. I’m going to go get J. D. Barkers other books.

Addicting

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I loved the way it all came together at the end. However, it was a bit gruesome in places! The end left it open to a sequel.

Suspense

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As it seems to be a familiar story line in the beginning it is anything but. The surprises make it hard to put down. I will be trying another by this author.

Twisted plot

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This story was not only well written but excellently performed. Somehow, you appreciated the characters that were obviously off-balance and I can only attribute it to the way the narrator brought them to life. Sounds like there could be a sequel. Simply well written and well performed.

Riveting and Thorough

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Couldn't stop listening ... takes you to the end ... this is Audible at its best for us crime solver mystery stories...

WOW!

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