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Motive

By: April E Swan
Narrated by: Peter McGiffen
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Bernie O'Shaughnessy is a ruthless loan shark and small time gangster. After finding out his ex-wife Dawn has kept a dark secret from him for many years, he decides to make her pay. After a long stint in prison, Bernie is back and ready to confront Dawn. He wants to rekindle his relationship with his estranged son Jimmy and have him working in the 'family' business. Bernie hasn't considered the many enemies he's made along the way. Someone wants him dead and they won't stop until he's six feet under...

©2023 April E Swan (P)2024 April E Swan Crime Fiction Crime Fiction Suspense
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Amazing narration from Peter McGiffen, who just brings out the darkness, angst and emotions. Perfect

We find ourselves in the streets of Birmingham. Meeting flawed characters who find themselves in the situations. of their own making. Lots of twists and turns and edge of the seat suspense. You got to know the characters really well by how their stories unfold

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A great tale, gritty and no-holds-barred! Brought to life by Peter Mgiffin-a genius in thus genre.

Thrilling!

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Another 5 star listen from April Swan. I really enjoyed this fast paced and exciting story. Twists and Turns abound amongst a well developed cast of characters. A bit of violence well written and edge of the seat listening. Highly Recommended, Peter McGiffen does an awesome job of the narration.
I was kindly given a copy of the book by the narrator and leave this honest review.

Another 5 star listen.

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A great first book! An interesting range of developed characters who have depth and personality. The almost casual use of violence might turn some people off, but I found it engaging.
The author April Swan does a good job of getting you to root for a range of the characters. The narrator helps in this task by bringing the cast to life too. Recommended 👍

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