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Unleashed

Andy Carpenter, Book 11

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Unleashed

By: David Rosenfelt
Narrated by: Grover Gardner
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Audie Award Winner, Mystery, 2014

Andy Carpenter's accountant, Sam Willis, receives a surprise call from Barry Price, a friend he hasn't spoken to in years. Barry needs Sam's financial acumen and Andy's legal expertise. But when Sam almost runs over an injured dog on the way to Barry's house, he can't drive off without waiting for help. By then, Barry's taken off on a private airplane headed to who-knows-where. Soon after they learn that Barry's plane has crashed, and they come to the terrifying realization that Sam was also supposed to have been killed on that plane. Barry was in far more serious trouble than either of them knew, and for Sam and Andy, the trouble is only beginning.

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"An exciting intrigue story of twists, turns, and the rehabilitation of a loyal canine friend, Unleashed (audio) is a treat for mystery lovers and dog lovers alike!" ( The Midwest Book Review)

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Unless you missed out on the Humor Gene, you will love every entry in Rosenfelt's Andy Carpenter series -- each one more than the last. If you have not yet listened to an Andy Carpenter novel, and are thinking of purchasing "Unleashed," I would suggest that you first listen to its predecessors, starting with "Open and Shut." Although Rosenfelt does a good job filling in needed backstory with each novel in the Andy Carpenter series, you will miss out on some of the fun if you jump into the middle of the series -- and Andy Carpenter 𝙙𝒆𝙛𝙞𝙣𝒆𝙨 the word "fun." This series loosely falls into the "legal thriller" genre, since Andy Carpenter -- despite all of his hilarious shenanigans -- is, in fact, a brilliant defense attorney; and these novels do feature action heroes, scary predicaments, and bad guys galore. They also feature brilliant courtroom scenes that will both entertain and impress you.

If you love dogs, then Rosenfelt's Andy Carpenter series is required reading for you. In fact, 𝙖𝙡𝙡 of Rosenfelt's novels will fall into that category -- particularly his stand-alone novels, in case you lack the Humor Gene, because they have more serious plots, still featuring dogs. Yes, Rosenfelt loves dogs unconditionally, inordinately, and obsessively, including them prominently in all of his novels. In fact, it speaks profoundly to his writing skill that I -- not a dog lover -- love his novels, dogs and all (until he says something bad about cats, that is, which he never does).

If you are a sports-loving couch potato, then Rosenfelt's Andy Carpenter series is required reading for you; because brilliant legal genius Andy Carpenter is also a sports-loving couch potato. I hope that no future character in this series forces Andy to choose between football and dogs, because that would put Andy into an untenable situation. (I think that he would choose dogs.) Again, Rosenfelt's excellent writing and plotting skills even overcome 𝙢𝙮 complete ignorance, apathy, and distaste for all spectator sports. I couldn't tell a football from a baseball bat, wouldn't know a sports star if he rode up on a bicycle, and have never owned a television; yet still I love Rosenfelt's novels: That shows how well he writes.

Get it? You can't go wrong with "Unleashed."

Rosenfelt / Gardner just keep getting better.

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I love Andy Carpenter, he is so funny. The story was good, although it is basically the same story as the previous ones and if you have gotten this far in the series, you know what I mean. I will read Andy stories anyway, he is always fun. One thing I don't like is that he does the point of view from way to many characters and then kills them off. Love the narrator, he is Andy.

Andy is back again.

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Suspense and humor in solving a murder mystery. Kept me guessing till the end and left me with a smile on my face.

one of his best

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Grover Gardner brings all the interesting characters to life in this series. Andy Carpenter is one of my favorite protagonists of all the many cozy mysteries I've read. Treat yourself to a fun "who done it".

Another winner for David Rosenfelt!

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Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

I would recommend this book to a friend especially if they love dogs. The dogs are not the central part of the book but add to the story.

Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?

I did not expect the story to take the turn it did. Very interesting.

Which scene was your favorite?

To hard to choose just one.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

Another Golden saves a life.

Great Book

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While the story and performance were great. The dog on the cover is obviously NOT a golden and as a “golden retriever lover” that that the characters claim to be someone should be sure that the breed you put on the cover matches

Know your breed

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loved this one a good story line back to the way I like them and with a twist

back to form

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Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

The whole series of Andy books should be heard by all. I would recommend this book to all of the Audible Universe.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Actually it took me two days to finish listening. The plot, characters, language as pronounced by the narrator were outstanding. Andy never gets old.

Any additional comments?

I can not wait for the next book.

Rosenfelt and Gardner do it well again

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Rosenfelt does it again! I listened to almost the whole book on a long plane ride. I never tire of Andy Carpenter's sarcasm and Grover Gardner's narration.

In this episode there is a major conspiracy underway, lots of deaths in attempts to cover loose ends, and someone close to Andy is accused and held for a murder. Andy's usual entourage is here, too. Everyone joins in to see that justice is served and the bad guys are thwarted.

Another new plot and fun listen

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This is a fun entertaining series. The characters are wonderful, particularly the male lead, Andy. His dog is my favorite character, and the dogs that play supporting roles are all excellent. Great narrator.

Awesome series

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