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  • The Tale Teller

  • A Leaphorn, Chee & Manuelito Novel, Book 4
  • By: Anne Hillerman
  • Narrated by: Christina Delaine
  • Length: 10 hrs and 1 min
  • 4.6 out of 5 stars (889 ratings)

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The Tale Teller

By: Anne Hillerman
Narrated by: Christina Delaine
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Legendary Navajo policeman Lieutenant Joe Leaphorn takes center stage in this riveting, atmospheric mystery from New York Times best-selling author Anne Hillerman that combines crime, superstition, and tradition and brings the desert Southwest vividly alive.

Joe Leaphorn may have retired from the Tribal Police, but he finds himself knee-deep in a perplexing case involving a priceless artifact - a reminder of a dark time in Navajo history. Joe’s been hired to find a missing biil, a traditional dress that had been donated to the Navajo Nation. His investigation takes a sinister turn when the leading suspect dies under mysterious circumstances and Leaphorn himself receives anonymous warnings to beware - witchcraft is afoot.

While the veteran detective is busy working to untangle his strange case, his former colleague Jim Chee and Officer Bernie Manuelito are collecting evidence they hope will lead to a cunning criminal behind a rash of burglaries. Their case takes a complicated turn when Bernie finds a body near a popular running trail. The situation grows more complicated when the death is ruled a homicide, and the Tribal cops are thrust into a turf battle because the murder involves the FBI.

As Leaphorn, Chee, and Bernie draw closer to solving these crimes, their parallel investigations begin to merge...and offer an unexpected opportunity that opens a new chapter in Bernie’s life.

©2019 Anne Hillerman (P)2019 HarperCollins Publishers
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Amazing!

Ms. Hillerman is a master storyteller, a 'tale teller' in her own right. She has her father's gift with her own flavor. It is always a joy to read a new novel by her, or in this case listen to a masterful narration.

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The storyteller legacy continues and grows

One of the best stories yet. Multiple, complex and intertwined plots like rope strands. Excellent.

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Good job Anne!

I have been a big fan of the Tony Hillerman books. Was excited to see his daughter has picked up the story and kept it going. I have listen to all 5 of her books so far (2019) and enjoyed them all.

If you are looking for a carbon copy of Tony then you will be disappointed. If you are looking for more mysteries with familiar characters in Navajo land then this will suit you fine. To call Anne’s books a Leaphorn series is a stretch. It’s more like the Manuleto series and I’m okay with that. Berni is a great character and deserves some spotlight. I enjoy the deeper dive into her and Chee’s life as a married police couple.

Christina Delaine’s narration improved as the series progressed. She has a good range of voices and it’s easy to identify each character. Many complained about her men’s voices but she has gotten better. I enjoy her narration and hope it continues.

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Riveting

Very well written. I always loved Tony Hillerman books and this is following in his legacy. Thank you.

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Dialogue and voices

I’m marveling at the choice of narrator and her genius at interpreting Anne Hillerman’s brilliant story, scenes, and characters. Not once was I jolted from the world Hillerman created by a word or pause or false note. The performance perfectly portrayed my own sense of each character. I hope Audible has more of her work.

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Getting better

The author has improved on her storytelling. Still find the relationships between the main characters a bit stilted, juvenile but at least she is putting more of the native culture and heritage in her story. I learned so much from her father and I hope she broadens her reach in that area.

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What's not to like?

An interesting mystery set in the stark but panoramic southwest, combining great detective work. with a healthy dose of Navajo culture. Rides like a Cadillac. So glad the author continued in her father's footsteps.

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Anne Hillerman is her own voice.

I really loved all of the original hillerman novels. these aren't exactly the same. but this author has taken up the thread and is doing a very credible job. I thoroughly enjoy these books

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If you’re a fan!

Her best work so far. Keep writing please. This series is fantastic and keeps getting better.

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Kept me interested

Anne Hillerman doesn’t disappoint and builds an interesting but not over complex story. Thank you for continuing the genre.

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