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The Collector
- Narrated by: Julia Whelan
- Length: 15 hrs and 44 mins
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Summary
From #1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts comes a novel about a woman who needs nothing, a man who sees everything, and the web of deceit, greed and danger that brings them together - and could tear them apart...
When professional house-sitter Lila Emerson witnesses a murder/suicide from her current apartment-sitting job, life as she knows it takes a dramatic turn. Suddenly, the woman with no permanent ties finds herself almost wishing for one...
Artist Ashton Archer knows his brother isn’t capable of violence - against himself or others. He recruits Lila, the only eyewitness, to help him uncover what happened. Chalking up their intense attraction to the heat of the moment, Lila agrees to help Ash try to find out who murdered his brother and why. From the penthouses of Manhattan to grand Italian villas, their investigation draws them into a rarefied circle where priceless antiques are bought, sold, gambled away and stolen; where what you possess is who you are; and where what you desire becomes a deadly obsession...
Critic reviews
“Roberts is performing at the top of her literary game…An addictive blend of sleek suspense and sophisticated romance that would make Hitchcock proud.”—Booklist (starred review)
“A pair of strong, commitment-averse protagonists, vividly drawn villains—a classy, stunningly beautiful, sociopathic assassin and a soulless recluse, in particular—an abundance of Fabergé egg history and a plot that keeps readers on edge add up to another classic for Roberts.”—Library Journal
“Sizzling suspense…Will keep readers riveted.”—Publishers Weekly
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- Patricia
- 07-07-14
Not my usual type of book
Not the type of book I usually listen to but what is wrong with a bit of escapism. Who wouldn't want to meet a rich, handsome, considerate artist and have an adventure with him? Light listening if you do not want to concentrate too much
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- Ann D
- 07-06-14
Good!
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
If they like very long crime mysteries!
What about Julia Whelan’s performance did you like?
She read with excellent timing and tone, but it took many chapters for me to get used to her voicing the men. They all sounded like they had smoked too much the night before and Ashton Archer sounded like he had just be woken after a rough night and insufficient sleep!
Any additional comments?
It was a good tale, with well written characters, but it was a little long and drawn-out.
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- Lisab
- 18-06-14
Fab Romantic Crime Novel
This was a great audible book, great plot line with plenty of twists. Wasn't too sure of the ending, a little too soppy for me, but as a whole, I would recommend this book.
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- Amazon Customer
- 14-07-23
Romantic thriller with twists and turns
More twists and turns than I expected but it made it far more enjoyable. Nice to have a lead character who is feisty but respected. Enjoyable and as usual for Nora Robert’s right on the mark.
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- Annie
- 04-09-15
The Collector Of What?!
I wanted some 'light' listening and so tried this book.
The ending was a bit 'to be expected' for me, but I enjoyed some of the twists, along the way.
I sometimes had to listen to the passage a few times, to catch the words.
A fairly simple, plot.
Perfect for a day of drudgery!
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- Jill Kirtley
- 19-04-23
I loved it!
It’s an entertaining read that’s full of intrigue, suspense, and danger lurking around every corner. With fantastic characters, lots of romance and a brilliant narrator, this is one book I’ll enjoy listening to again and again!
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- Gwyneth Smith
- 14-12-19
Fabulous book wonderful characters
Fabulous book wonderful characters, couldn't put this one down. What an exciting if predictable read. What I enjoyed most about this Nora Roberts was the different characters.
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- avid reader
- 09-03-23
Has it all.
Mystery, intrigue, love romance, sex and a psychotic killer, what more could you ask for? Nora Roberts is a skilled writer, crafting visual scenes with words, characters so real you relate and can see yourself friends with ( not the psycho), descriptions of feelings and motivations that draw you in and make you support the main characters.
I enjoyed the narration, I’ve listened to Julia Whelan before and she is good at imbuing personality into the reading. I really enjoyed this book and am sure you will too.
Be aware it is an adult relationship and while the sex is not graphically depicted it is experienced and you will read their expressions rather then the mechanics of sex.
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- Amazon Customer
- 18-04-24
Good engrossed read
loved her story line though a little rushed to the ending but as always a sweet twist at the end
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- Mrs. K. C. Holmes
- 10-05-14
The best Book I've listened to in ages
What made the experience of listening to The Collector the most enjoyable?
I couldn't stop listening, waiting to find out how things would pan out.
What other book might you compare The Collector to, and why?
Thats a difficult question to answer as I have very poor memory and listen to so many books but The French Gardener by Santi Montefore has always come up in my top 5 list.
What about Julia Whelan’s performance did you like?
Everything. Cant fault it.
If you made a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?
Gripping, romantic but with an edge.
Any additional comments?
Thoroughly enjoyed this and it took me away from my own thoughts and troubles. won't spoil it for anyone but it keeps you on edge all the way to the end. Now want to read another but not sure what to go for next.
Audible You Keep The Black Dog away in the Middle of my Nights. Love you Audible you are the best and I think you deserve to remain the best.
Thank You
x Kim Holmes
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