Toxic
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Toxic
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Narrated by:
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Paul Will
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By:
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Rick R. Reed
About this listen
Connor Ryman thought he had it all--a successful career as a mystery novelist, a condo with stunning views of Seattle's Lake Union, a supportive and long-term partner, Steve, and a loving daughter, Miranda, who was following in her father's creative footsteps.
It all went bad when Steve left the family suddenly. Jilted and heartbroken, Connor begins to search for love online. So long off the market, he enlists his daughter's help in crafting a dating profile.
His prayers are answered when Trey Goodall, smart and handsome, answers his ad. He's witty, urbane, a wealthy attorney, and his sex appeal is off the charts. But he's a liar, a monster under a pretty mask. Miranda sees through the red flags and senses something very wrong beneath the façade.
Can she convince her father to save himself before it's too late? Or will Trey, a master manipulator with a very tainted history, play upon Connor's innocence to ensnare him in a web of deceit, intrigue, and ultimately, murder?
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Critic reviews
"Rick R. Reed's Toxic is a smart, nuanced novel of dark and compelling relationships with sparks of wicked humor - all hallmarks of a writer at the top of his game. Toxic is an unmitigated triumph by a master of twisted suspense." (Gregg Olsen, number one New York Times best-selling author)
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Paul Will is a new to me narrator, and he gave a very good performance - I'm kinda picky with my narrator choices. I liked the style, intonations, inflections, pacing. Good job
Wow
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I was literally at the edge of my seat listening to this one.
All the twists and turns were unexpected and so compelling.
Definitely recommend this mind twister
Edge of my seat thriller!
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Well, no worries. I enjoyed the book. Told from multiple points of view, this is really Connor Ryman’s story. He’s got everything going for him when his long-term partner leaves him. He decides he doesn’t want to be single, so he embarks on a journey to find a partner. Cue dating apps.
Ugh. Personally, I don’t see the appeal. But speed dating is no longer a thing, so what other options are out there?
Connor meets Trey who appears to be everything one would hope for in a partner. Things start going sideways, though, and it’s pretty clear Trey’s not a good guy. The question was, of course, how is this going to end?
End it did, and I enjoyed the story. Made all the better with the audio narrated by Paul Will. The story had thriller elements, but was just a good book with interesting characters and a good plot. I enjoyed it.
Intriguing story
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We, as the readers, know that something terrible is in store for the main characters, and that tension just keeps escalating as the charming villain plays Connor and preys on his good nature. I love this kind of suspense in a thriller because I get sucked in and HAVE to know the details of what happened. I found myself yelling at Connor and Miranda despite knowing it was futile, but that kind of investment into the characters is what made this book riveting.
The audiobook was narrated by Paul Will who does a great job voicing Connor. His voice for Miranda was consistent, but the real emotional depth was with Connor’s performance. The audiobook production was well done.
Riveting
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I love mysteries that are just a little scary, where the tension builds, and you can't wait to see what happens next. Rick R. Reed has penned a great one in Toxic. Given the way the story starts out, it's no great stretch to figure out just who the bad guy is, but finding out how it all goes down... that's a nail biter!
Very exciting, and beautifully written - of course, it is Rick R. Reed after all.
I listened to the audio version of Toxic and I have to say I really appreciated Paul Will's performance. This is a vast cast of characters, and there's a great deal of emotion, and Mr. Will brings it all to life admirably. I'm especially impressed with his delivery of Connor's daughter Miranda, who has a pivotal role in the story.
an audiobook copy of Toxic was provided to me for the purpose of my honest review, all opinions are my own
What a Thrill! Lovely Performance by Paul Will
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