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The Scarecrow: Jack McEvoy, Book 2
- Narrated by: Peter Giles
- Series: Jack McEvoy, Book 2
- Length: 11 hrs and 13 mins
- Categories: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense, Mystery
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- Kurt
- 29-05-09
Another Winner from Michael Connelly
Michael Connelly just seems to get better with each new book. I couldn't put it down. It's a very topical story about the demise of the newspaper industry, internet identity theft, plus the usual dose of heroes and villains. Wonderful narration combined with excellent audio production quality. You won't be disappointed.
16 people found this helpful
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- LauraLoves
- 11-08-09
Vintage Connelly
Superb - another outing for Jack McEvoy, who perhaps makes a more well-rounded, less cliched 'detective' character than Harry Bosch (much as I love him) - less cynical, jaded and commitment-phobe; and I think the novel benefits from that. The plot is taut, tense, thrilling and utterly chilling, very hard to stop listening to - many important jobs were put on hold while I was engrossed in it! The villain, to whom we are introduced very early on, is authentically psychopathic, yet intriguing and the narration is very nicely judged - one of the few audiobooks I've listened to where I don't recall wincing at narrative gaffes even once. Without question, this is for me a five star audiobook. I'm only sorry I've finished listening to it. Buy it!
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- Dr
- 04-09-17
Scary and gripping
I usually have audible books as background to other activities but this one is so compelling it defies that plan and demands attention
I didn't expect that anything could be as good as the Harry Bosch stories but this is just as good
Wow I'm hooked and looking for more!
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- sharon
- 07-07-14
Not just another Michel Connelly book
What did you like most about The Scarecrow: Jack McEvoy, Book 2?
Very like the The Poet as it starts slowly and just gets better & better until you can't put it down (or turn it off)
What was one of the most memorable moments of The Scarecrow: Jack McEvoy, Book 2?
That would spoil the experience
What does Peter Giles bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you had only read the book?
Brings a style & character that I couldn't
If you made a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?
an enjoyable surprise
Any additional comments?
all in all a really good experience and I'm really pleased I listened to it all
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- Amazon Customer
- 30-05-11
Excellent listening
Not only is the book well written, fast paced, credible, and beautifully read, it should be compulsory reading for all the teenagers (and adults) who put too much detail about themselves on the web. I found myself wiping things off my computer as I listened...
2 people found this helpful
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- Colin
- 16-04-11
AN EXCITING, PACY STORY
Best read in sequence after the Poet, this is a clever progression (though set years later) from the first book.
A well told, well read story, and one that grips throughout.
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- Brian
- 30-06-09
Good stuff
Another well constructed and well told story. On very few occasions did I think this far fetched but neither was it remotely dull or in any way predictable.
This is the 4th book from this author I have purchased, yet to be disappointed.
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- Miss Rachael Thomas
- 23-08-17
Amazing
Finished it in less then 24 hours- couldn't put it down! Really enjoyed it! Great book! Well narrated!
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- Maureen
- 02-01-17
Great listen
Would you listen to The Scarecrow: Jack McEvoy, Book 2 again? Why?
Definitely, loved it, so many twists and turns. I loved THE POET and this was up to standard.
What did you like best about this story?
This is a bit like asking which part of the dessert you liked best. It's the combination of flavours and textures that make it. Same with a book, the plot, sub plot characters, writing, all combine to make the book just right
Have you listened to any of Peter Giles’s other performances? How does this one compare?
Yes, I like him . Very clear diction, pleasant tone
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
Indeed it was. So glad iI was ill and had an excuse to stay in bed and listen to it!
Any additional comments?
Hope this is not the last of Jack and Rachel. They work well together Rachel so analytical, Jack, jumping in with inspiration and feelings, great couple.
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- michael
- 16-12-16
Brilliant
The pace, plot and narration in The Scarecrow make this a definite purchase if you like crime stories. Connolly at his best
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- Lia
- 26-11-09
Wonderful listen
Michael Connelly at his best. This is highly recommended book. Any listener will not be dissapointed.
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- Taryn Casey
- 28-12-17
Suspenseful, good listen
I enjoyed Peter Giles’ narration of The Scarecrow. It was simple to follow when characters changed. I think his voice added a robustness to the characters and brought the book to life for me. I enjoyed listening to this story as it was gripping from start to finish. One I am sure I will come back to.
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- Barry P.
- 15-01-14
Fantasic - couldn't stop!
What did you like about this audiobook?
Another fantastic Michael Connelly novel - fast moving and gets your interest from the start . As the story unfolds the way the characters are described makes them real. Very good plot too.
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- Bruno
- 15-04-13
Fantastic! Could not stop listening!
The 2nd instalment of the Jack McEvoy series was just great. I could not stop listening and finished the book in just a day. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a good read.
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- Kim
- 22-11-10
If you liked The Poet, you'll like this!
I very much enjoyed Connelly's books about the Poet and looked forward to another McEvoy novel. This book does not dissappoint! The shifting perspective between the killer and those who chase him, and of course the plot as a whole make it well worth listening. Peter Giles does a great job narrating.
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- Claude
- 18-06-11
What a letdown !
As numerous and previous readers of the Poet’s first novel, I naively thought that this sequel would somehow live up to my expectation. I was totally mistaken in my judgment. The first part of the book painlessly moves forward and is soon entirely submerged by the insipidness of the last part. Don’t look for any of the ingredients that enchanted you on the first installment, there is none.