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  • The Monk

  • A DS Cross Thriller, Book 5
  • By: Tim Sullivan
  • Narrated by: Finlay Robertson
  • Length: 12 hrs and 4 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (224 ratings)
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Summary

To find a murderer, you need a motive . . .

THE DETECTIVE

DS George Cross has always wondered why his mother left him when he was a child. Now she is back in his life, he suddenly has answers. But this unexpected reunion is not anything he's used to dealing with. When a disturbing case lands on his desk, he is almost thankful for the return to normality.

THE QUESTION

The body of a monk is found savagely beaten to death in a woodland near Bristol. Nothing is known about Brother Dominic's past, which makes investigating difficult. How can Cross unpick a crime when they don't know anything about the victim? And why would someone want to harm a monk?

THE PAST

Discovering who Brother Dominic once was only makes the picture more puzzling. He was a much-loved and respected friend, brother, son—he had no enemies. Or, at least, none that are obvious. But looking into his past reveals that he was a very wealthy man, that he sacrificed it all for his faith. For a man who has nothing, it seems strange that greed could be the motive for his murder. But greed is a sin after all . . .

©2023 Tim Sullivan (P)2023 W. F. Howes Ltd

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Really need a new narrator

I’m enjoying Sullivan’s characters and plots but think they are poorly served by the narrator. Not enough to refuse to listen, but takes enjoyment down a notch.

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Keeps you entertained

Good listen I love DI Cross. Perfect understanding of spectrum! Can’t wait for The Teacher to be out on Audible….

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Very enjoyable

Twists and turns make the story addictive listening. The characters storylines are woven carefully into the story. Already looking forward to the next instalment.

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Great 5 book series

I have read all 5 books and highly recommend all books. As always it is sad when you come to the end of the last book, but hopeful it will not be the end of DS Cross.

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Another exceptional case.

Yet another convoluted case, solved in no small part, by DS Cross’ tenacious, insightful and unique abilities.
He has become one of my favourite detectives, along with a supporting cast of characters, all bringing their talents to the cause.
Special mention for the narrator, who yet again adds a wonderful tone and pace to the tale.

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Get a better narrator

I’ve listened to all the stories in this series and they’re extremely good; well written and entertaining. Surely they deserve a better narrator? The first two books had a fairly dull reader but the rest have been read by someone who doesn’t seem to have a grasp of basic English pronunciation. Isn’t there an editor on hand while they’re being recorded? I speeded up his delivery to avoid falling asleep but found myself grinding my teeth at the mispronunciations in exasperation instead.
Give the respect due to this talented author by commissioning a worthy narrator for the rest of the series.

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Excellent book. Great story line. Can’t wait to read the next one

Excellent story, characters all believable. Loved the twists. Narrator’s voice very easy to listen to.

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The best yet

Tim Sullivan gets better and better with each novel . His insight into human psychology and interaction of personalities is fabulous . I adore each character for for their own merit . Cross of course, Ottey for her patience . Mackenzie for her enthusiasm and Swift for his fan boy zeal . The monk was a story of greed and how indulgence leads to entitlement and how the honesty of one man led to his death , even though he had given himself to Christ . Each novel is uniquely different and I can’t wait for the next in the series.

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Hugely enjoyable

I've just binge read all six D S Cross stories and am now bereft! Quite apart from being clever who dunnits, there's a brilliant group of characters that gently evolve with each case - it's worth reading the books in order to really enjoy them all the more.

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I love this series

Another great addition to this series, Fantastic detective story with believable and likable characters. The narrator is brilliant and brings the story to life. Highly recommend.

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