REVENGE WAITS NO LONGER
Callum Earley Thrillers, Book 1

by Mark Dickerman

Narrated by: L. H. Conbran

Production by: Mark Dickerman

Review by Rox Burkey

Vivid Suspense-filled Mystery!

Mark Dickerman delivers an exciting beginning to the Callum Farley Series with Book 1, 'Revenge Waits No Longer.' It begins in the picturesque townland of Glenties in County Donegal, Ireland. Each scene and location are vividly painted in the mind with descriptive prose, though some areas would benefit by showing rather than telling. Callum Early retired Garda Inspector from an illustrious career in law enforcement, much of which was during The Troubles. Ireland suffered widespread violence, with groups like the IRA, from the late 1960s until the Good Friday Agreement of 1998.

Fans will appreciate the fabulous character distinction of each player in this suspenseful mystery. Alone since his wife Sarah had died, Callum returns to his family home after his father passes and decides to renovate it. His mother, Mary, and his half-siblings, Robert and Renée, are his only family, so he decides it’s time for a visit. His arrival follows a brutal murder in Danville, where Robert is a corporal in the Police Department. With Callum's experience, Rob invites him to help consult. Can Callum assemble the clues, of what escalates rapidly into serial killings in time to save lives?

RL Conbran's voice narration renders a perfect balance of character voices, pacing, and tonality that matches the escalation of the mystery. The details of the violence and detective work during the escalating suspense keep listeners engaged. The tension mounts as each clue gets examined. The growing suspect list keeps authorities busy with interviews. There were no slips or misses in the quality of the listening experience.

Fans of crime mysteries and suspense will enjoy meeting Callum and learning how he approaches crime-solving firsthand. Will he discover how to embrace his family and cherish Ireland? ‘Revenge Waits No Longer’ ramps the suspense until the unexpected ending. The mystery is a good start to a series that listeners and readers will enjoy. Add this one to your library today before Book 2 is released.

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