Murder mystery with a political twist

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Excellent murder mystery as you would expect from this author

What was one of the most memorable moments of Mistress?

I really enjoyed the sound effects that were added in particular when there was a chase or when there was a flashback ,added to the enjoyment of this immensely.

Which character – as performed by Kevin T. Collins – was your favourite?

All charecters were performed well by the reader

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

No was happy to take it chapter at a time

Any additional comments?

Have not tried this author on audio before but will actively look for others by him now

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wow

Narrator was amazing!!
The plot was very clever and I love how the story unfolds - the movie references were enjoyable too.

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One of my favourite James Patterson books

Good story, easy to listen. The twists were a little bit predictable but never the less and enjoyable book

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Great romp.

Where does Mistress rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

This book is not as intense as the Alex Cross or Michael Bennett series. Can you imagine Alex Cross escaping from the crook on a BICYCLE? It is more of a James Bond type book (got to save the world single handed before lunch) It is fiction at it's most fictional. Few authors could have carried off this plot! I mean one man against not only the CIA, the FBI and the Washington Police Force, but the Russians and the Chinese as well, come on guys! Get real. However, as always James Patterson makes it not only believable but gripping. Our hero escapes death multiple times ( not giving anything away, as the story is told in the first person obviously he survives) But again because of the way the story is written I was holding my breath.
I wasn't sure about the hero Ben Casper . At the beginning I thought him shallow, arrogant, and a bit of a show off. However as the book progressed and his personal history unfolded I realised that this was a facade which hid his deeply troubled past and he was in fact a very caring and sensitive young man. By the end of the book I really liked him, and could visualize a series developing from this delightful character.,

What did you like best about this story?

The contrast between the super serious situation ( got to save the world) and Ben's flippant attitude. The totally irrelevant trivia.

What does Kevin T. Collins bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you had only read the book?

I doubt without Kevin's superb reading if I would have enjoyed it half as much! He made all the characters real. Ben especially became alive, his butterfly mind fluttering between his present situation and whether Julie Robert's was better in one film or another, or quoting what Abraham Lincoln had for breakfast was hilarious. His breathless description of Ben cycling away from the baddies had me exhausted!

Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Both! loved this both have recommended it several times.

Any additional comments?

James Paterson is one of my favourite authors I have read all of his books. I enjoy them all. The best thing about them is there is never a "sameness" each book, even in a series is different. This is a perfect example, it is an adventure story, what I term a " boys own" but it is funny too. The pace is great .( I lay in bed listening to it until 3am because I couldn't find a place to stop. I HAD to get to the end) The one thing I was disappointed in was the the use of foul language. James Patterson is a great author and is capable of writing superb books without resorting to the use of such language, it doesn't make a bad book good, or a good book better. It is particularly upsetting when you hear it,I wish there was bleep I could use.

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Stunning!

It’s been awhile since I’ve read/listened to a James Patterson novel, this was a stunning return. A good, unnerving story, superbly narrated by Kevin T. Collins! To be honest, Collins is the reason you would keep listening to this tale.

One gets the impression that Ben has Asperger’s Syndrome, a highly functional oddball! It’s not mentioned that he has and his childhood could account for his mannerisms, but he is endearing and, even though he may not think so of himself, I think that he’s more Jason Bourne than any of the others. (In joke, you’ll have to read it, to get it)!

This is a complex take, but not boring! But you HAVE TO listen to this version of the tale - you wouldn’t do the paperback version any justice - Kevin T. Collins is a star!

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Spoilt by story teller

I have read all of James Paterson's books, . I have had this downloaded as an Audio book and to read . I did not like the narrator and could not get into this. I am hopeful I will be able to read the book itself to the end.

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Thrilling story and Incredible performance by the narrator!!!

This book had me hooked from day 1. I’m a massive Women’s murder club Fan and I’ve also enjoyed many of James Patterson’s stand alone books. I think JP and David Ellis do the best stories together.

As for the narrator what a good job done! I’ve heard him in my last books ‘invisible’ and ‘unsolved’ (also by James Patterson and David Ellis) which were also amazing performances.
In this book tho he really brought the character to life great humour in parts which really added to the story I’m very impressed.

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Riveting!

Wow! There was so much happening that there was no chance to catch your breath! Kevin T Collins was an excellent narrator, he really brought the book to life. What was really impressive was the sound effects, it all added to the drama and tension throughout the book! Definite 5 stars!!!!

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Super book!

Super book and a great performance too. Took me a while to get into but but once I did I found it a fabulous blend of espionage and comedy. Not what a expected but a delight!!!

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BRILLIANT!

The style is unusual- but wonderful! The story gripping - and right to the end full of suspense!!!

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