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The Deep Dark Sleep
- A Lennox Thriller, Book 3
- Narrated by: Sean Barrett
- Series: Lennox, Book 3
- Length: 9 hrs and 50 mins
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Categories: Literature & Fiction
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- 15-05-12
First Class
Well if you've not discovered the Lennox series by Craig Lewis, and you like well written crime- drama with excellent humour you'll love this.
If you though the chances of bringing Philip Marlowe to Glasgow in the 1950's is a hopeless task, then you are wrong. This book simply has it all.
I am not listened to a new audiobook with such a sense fo pleasure for a long time. OK there are some anachronisms I think - like a remarkable number of people seem to have private phones in 1950's Glasgow, perhaps they did.
Sean Barrett reading is as always first class.
Buy it !
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- Jacky
- 20-03-13
What a surprise
This book is set in the 1950's and it is not a period that I have much interest in and probably would not have chosen it if I had known. What a mistake that would have been. It is a fast flowing, well read and interesting book that I enjoyed greatly. The plot is set in Glasgow and the main character is a Canadian who just stayed there after the war. He becomes involved as a PI in a case that leads him through many twists and turns of plot. The characters are well brought out and the places well described. It was odd listening to a book about a PI who has non of the modern aids of technology and the fact that this man dealt with his case with his wits and physical strength made for a good tale. It is a long book but I would highly recommended it.
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- Cliff
- 23-01-13
Great Plot to Unravel
Really well read and the characterisation and use of voices by the narrator was excellent and added greatly to the whole experience
3 people found this helpful
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- Gabriel
- 23-12-12
Detective noir with a gritty edge
The Lennox series of books is a Scotch whisky fuelled ride through 1950's Glasgow. Makes Phillip Marlowe look like miss marple. Highly recommended
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- Stuart
- 23-12-12
A charming and very funny listen
'Lennox' (say this to yourself in a thick Glasgow accent) and after listening to this audiobook you will not be able to stop yourself from smiling.
A great plot with 1950's Glasgow seedy underworld ever present, Lennox the ever self deprecating private eye sets out to solve the mysterious disappearance of a gangster. Needless to say Lennox falls foul of the ever present 'Three Kings', Glasgows crime bosses.
What stands out is the merciless black humour, even when inevitably Lennox gets roughed up the author manages to make light of the situation.
Looking forward to catching up with Lennox again!
3 people found this helpful
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- LondonLass
- 20-11-15
Marlowe lives!
Would you consider the audio edition of The Deep Dark Sleep to be better than the print version?
I haven't read the print version.
What was one of the most memorable moments of The Deep Dark Sleep?
No "moments" but some witty language. The genre, the structure and even the griminess of the setting was very much in the Chandler style and the author does it very well.
What about Sean Barrett’s performance did you like?
Flawless with accents and characters. Really good Glaswegian heavies.
Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
It's a crime thriller--not specifically moving--just a rattling good tale.
Any additional comments?
The end was a bit deus ex machina, and therefore somewhat unsatisfactory. Even with that, there were unanswered questions and, I am sorry to say, enough loose ends to knit a scarf.
If I went into too much detail it would spoil things for prospective readers (and this book is certainly well worth reading) but Russell had a couple of intractable plot problems by the end and it looks like he couldn't be bothered to figure out more than a quick comb-over to obscure them. Most comb-overs tend to draw attention to the lack of what should be there, rather than hiding it. But then, Chandler did that sort of thing as well and we all forgive him.
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- Brian
- 27-08-15
Another great story
Another great Lennox story full of Glasgow history and banter from a bygone era. I love the gravitas that is given by the narrator. Always a good listen with Sean. With Craigs writing it's an awesome read. Thanks for the nail biting end.
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- Hardy Fan
- 14-04-15
A great read
I always enjoy Lennox's escapades but I think this is the best one yet. Perhaps it's because I am getting to know him well. Here's to my next Lennox listen.
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- John
- 24-06-12
Tartan Noir Excellence
A great continuation of the Lennox series: atmospheric and detailed setting of 1950s Glasgow (I grew up there) coupled with strong characters, a good dash of black humour and, above all, a well constructed and involving plot.
Can't wait for the fourth book to become available in audio format.
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- alan
- 24-07-22
Gritty crime and grime drama at its best
Lennox is a fantastic on the edge Character who seems to uncover trouble at every turn while trying to be the good guy.
His supporting cast play their parts well and give an insight in to old style Glasgow thuggery.
Highly recommended for edge of your seat detective work.
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- Claire S.
- 18-11-18
Loved it
As always, love the voices! Makes the story truly come to life. Great sense of humor too!
1 person found this helpful