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The Rule of Threes

A Novella (Special Agent Constant Marlowe)

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The Rule of Threes

By: Jeffery Deaver
Narrated by: Christina Traister
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Constant Marlowe follows a serial killer deep into the dark heart of a small town in this riveting novella by Jeffery Deaver, the New York Times bestselling author of The Broken Doll collection and the Colter Shaw series.

Special Agent Constant Marlowe is tasked with taking over the investigation of an obsessed serial killer trolling the small town of Clark Valley in the quiet—and eerie—plains of the Midwest. Two female victims in quick succession, the same brutal MO, and every indication that victim number three is only days away. Also in the killer’s scope is Constant herself. When she interviews a local family who may be potential witnesses, she leads the devil to their doorstep, throwing their lives into chaos. Constant will do anything to protect them, but it won’t be easy. Because nothing in Clark Valley is quite what it seems.

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I found myself thinking of literally anything else while listening to this book on Audible. I think this is probably one of the least attention grabbing books I've ever tried to read. I made it to chapter 28 and threw in the towel.

Did not keep my attention

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Truly cannot understand the bad reviews I've read about this novella. The narration is mediocre at best. Currently on my second listen to see what information I missed the first time. I really don't need to find a main character likeable in order to appreciate a story, and I think the author accomplished a lot in the shortened timeframe. I have an over-inflated ego with psychological thrillers... because I can generally figure out the ending. this one was not as easy to decipher... excellent red herrings.

worth the listen

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Book could of been a good read, if it wasn’t trying to Stoke Racism!!
Especially at the end , wasn’t needed, except to stoke Racism
Great job Deaver

Glad i only paid 2 $

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I love the stories with Constant. Great characters with in depth colorful back grounds. Keeps you listening.

Great twists

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The story was decent but the narrator gave it no life. Not quite a monotone but lacked any enthusiasm. Yawn!

Narration put me to sleep

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Very complicated storyline. Hard to follow and not very satisfying. Too many characters, involved and not likable.

Ragged

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This was a well written book. It keeps you on the story and gives you an unexpected twist.

Entertaining story

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Not my favorite Jeffrey Deaver story - disjointed with a truly grotesque twist midway through. Constant Marlowe is an interesting character that would be worthy of following. This novella’s ending leaves room for further stories featuring her.

Disjointed story, interesting protagonist

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I was pleased to read a Deaver Novella included in the Plus catalog. Just a great suspense story, with characters you want to know more about! I listened to it twice, back to back, for little important clues I didn't want to miss.

Intriguing Characters and Surprising Plot

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I really enjoy the characters in this and what a cool twist. I’ll be diving into the next one since they leave you hanging.

Enjoyed

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