ELLIEFANT’S GRAVEYARD
The Curious Case of the Throatslit Man
(The Prendergast of the Yard Casebooks,
Book 1)
by Em Thompson
Narrated by: Billie Fulford-Brown
Production by: Mark Thompson
Intriguing Mystery!
Metropolitan Police Officer, Heather Pendergast, a rookie police officer, begins her role with an eagerness that unsettles the more seasoned officers and administration. Reassigned to a small, isolated mill town, with old-fashioned mannerisms and beliefs, she refuses to accept things at face value and chooses to investigate independently. Joined by the deceased’s daughter searching for her answers, the mystery deepens.
The author, Em Thompson crafts a British mystery infused with humor and satire in the dialogue, characters, and action. The dialogue is rich and authentic. Thompson is gifted with the ability to phrase words together that are both catchy and which enhance the narrative. Each character is well-developed and crucial to the storyline. The plot twists are unexpected and rich furthering the richness of this narrative.
The narrator, Billie Fulford Brown, delivers a powerful performance that elevates the narrative with purposeful intonation and deliberate delivery. She speaks clearly and smoothly. She skillfully conveys each character’s personality through her voice.
This is an intriguing book that features a captivating mystery, enjoyable characters and a rich use of vocabulary.
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Disclaimer: This Audiobook was provided free of charge by the author, narrator, and/or publisher in exchange for a non-biased, honest review.