THE BEAST IN THE SHADOWS
The Dirt Bike Detective, Book 2

by Douglas Hoover

Narrated by: Ramon De Ocampo

Production by: Iconicon

An Entertaining and Fun Adventure with a Paranormal Twist!

The story of the dirt bike detectives continues with their attempt to solve a theft, a vicious attacking creature (werewolf, Lycan, sasquatch, or….), and evading the shadow entity that returns with a warning. They are safe nowhere as Chase is visited at home by the mysterious and threatening shadow being and their school is haunted by ghosts. They are optimistic they can solve the mysteries, well at least in the beginning.

Douglas Hoover, the author, continues the story of Chase, Oliver, Jax, Eduard, and Gio as they face new mysteries and beings. Every mystery with these kids has a paranormal or cryptozoology lens to it which is what makes the book so much fun. Remember when you were a child and your inability to see the whole picture? These kids have it in spades! The characters were very well developed in Book 1 but continue to grow in this book as well. The book can be read as a stand-alone or as a series; the author does a great job of informing the first-time listener of the characters’ past. The storyline is solid and simple yet made more complex with the children’s paranormal lens to it. Easy to follow with a few plot twists tossed in. His including a bully or rather a set of bullies is awesome especially when the payback is not only funny but so worth it! As with bullies, it is clear from this book that they will not have learned their lesson and the kids will continue to be threatened by them. The dialogue is authentic as are most of the experiences.

The narrator, Ramon De Ocampo does an excellent job of bringing the characters to life in rich and vivid tones. His delivery is precise, clear, and well-timed. He captures the excitement and frustrations of each child perfectly.

This is a great series! Having worked with others in the paranormal world, the manner in which these kids go off track is very realistic! Everything is tinged with the paranormal and they are no different. Whether you are a kid or an adult, give it a try – it’s great!

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Disclaimer: This Audiobook was provided free of charge by the author, narrator, and/or publisher in exchange for a non-bias, honest review.