The Twenty-Three

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The Twenty-Three

By: Linwood Barclay

Narrated by: Jeff Harding

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A dark cloud of suspicion and fear continues to hang over the town of Promise Falls.

A series of bizarre, ominously threatening incidents suggests someone is plotting to take revenge on the town. But who is the perpetrator, and revenge for what?

Now the time for threats is over. And the inhabitants are about to discover the truth, with devastating consequences.

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Suspense

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What did you like most about The Twenty-Three?
After reading several books about in the Promise Falls series and never having the significance of the number 23 explained. It is finally concluded in this book.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Twenty-Three?
The conclusion. Who was responsible for the number 23 and the reason why is finally explained.

What aspect of Jeff Harding’s performance might you have changed?
All of it. They should've got a different actor. Jeff Harding is a terrible performer. His intonation never changes throughout the whole story and I cringe every time I hear him do the female or child voices. He over does it and makes the voices sound ridiculous and cartoon-like. Fine if he's playing characters from 'Little Britain' but for a serious drama - it's just awful. I'm sorry to sound harsh but it astonishes me how such terrible actors get these jobs.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
See last question. It was through the whole book. I cringed at the actor's performance and pray that he doesn't narrate any more books.