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The Fourth Sacrifice

The China Thrillers, Book 2

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The Fourth Sacrifice

By: Peter May
Narrated by: Peter Forbes
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About this listen

Three corpses: drugged, labeled and brutally beheaded; a trail that Detective Li Yan has to follow. He and forensic pathologist Margaret Campbell have been trying to deny the attraction that nearly destroyed both their careers. But when a fourth victim is found, they have no choice but to work together to track down the truth and to hunt down a ruthless killer.

The Fourth Sacrifice is the second in the acclaimed China series from Peter May, author of Runaway, Entry Island and the internationally best-selling Lewis Trilogy.

©2000 Peter May (P)2015 WF Howes Mystery Thriller & Suspense Fiction Suspense China Thriller

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"Peter May is an author I'd follow to the ends of the earth." (New York Times)
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Excellent story line and didn't expect the twist. I've now ordered the other Chinese thrillers.

Another good Peter May book

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This was a fast moving and interesting story with lots of turns and twists.

I do like the bits of cultural and historical information that get slipped into the story, it really adds to the interest. The characters are very human with reactions that are 'true' and believable.

I love the way that Peter May writes, and I love the way that Peter Forbes narrates.

My only 'problem', and this is my own fault, is that with the names of characters being Chinese names - I tend to get a little confused about who's who, though I usually get it within the sentence.

Excellent story and lovely narration

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Would you listen to The Fourth Sacrifice again? Why?

Probably not, but only because I want to read the next book in the series.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Mmmmm difficult to say.

Have you listened to any of Peter Forbes’s other performances? How does this one compare?

I listened to 'Coffin Road' and agreed with Peter May when he said he couldn't imagine anyone else narrating his books, nor can I.

Slow start, but made up for it in the end!

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Really like Peter May's books, empathetically read by Peter Forbes. A strong storyline is complemented by a depth of detail and web of graphic, well paced plots which keep you guessing to the very end.

Fantastic storytelling

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As usual his stories keep you reading long after you should be asleep. Slightly formulaic but good nevertheless

Another gripping story from Peter May

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