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The Dark Side of the Road
- Ishmael Jones Mystery Series, Book 1
- Narrated by: Gildart Jackson
- Length: 8 hrs and 38 mins
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Summary
Ishmael Jones is someone who can't afford to be noticed, someone who lives under the radar, who drives on the dark side of the road. He's employed to search out secrets, investigate mysteries and shine a light in dark places. Sometimes he kills people.
Invited by his employer, the enigmatic Colonel, to join him and his family for Christmas, Ishmael arrives at the grand but isolated Belcourt Manor in the midst of a blizzard to find that the Colonel has mysteriously disappeared. As he questions his fellow guests, Ishmael concludes that at least one of them - not least Ishmael himself - is harboring a dangerous secret, and that beneath the veneer of festive cheer lurk passion, jealousy, resentment and betrayal.
As a storm sets in, sealing off the Manor from the rest of the world, Ishmael must unmask a ruthless murderer before they strike again.
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- CDP
- 19-02-24
a more serious Simon r green
good manner house mystery with the stripe of weird that is Simon r greens style
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- Howard
- 18-12-20
An Atmospheric Mystery Story
This is a well-written, decent book with a collection of varied characters all set amongst the traditional setting of the remote country mansion and grounds. The narrator did an excellent job with all the characters and their individual voices, and his performance was excellent.
Story wise the book held my interest and although some parts were a little contrived, it was still basically believable within the context of the book. The only mildly irritating thing was the word ‘worried,’ which was used rather too often in one small section.
Overall this is a good book and a worthwhile listen. I enjoyed it and I am looking forward to exploring the others available. If you want immersive, comfortable escapism with mild peril, this is the book for you. Recommended!!
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- F. Clancy
- 14-10-22
Really enjoyed this
so was unsure based on reviews, but managed to get book 3 free. I adore Gildart the narrator and that definitely influences my choices.
anyway. gave this a go. it's good fun and a bit different. can't wait to listen to the rest.
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- John A.
- 16-10-23
An entertaining listen.
A very well narrated and enjoyable listen once the listener accepts the extraterrestrial twist to this whodunnit.
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- janine Kennedy
- 01-04-24
Nothing original
Probably the most boring book with nothing original in it that I have endured. One of those that you think come in it must have something interesting. But alas it was so bad I fell asleep in the finale. Need I say more
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- Alex
- 31-05-19
well narrated but a bit slow for me
I liked the narrator but the story was a bit slow overall for me. not as good as other Simon R Green books.
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- Kantaiabi
- 26-11-23
interesting and a bit unexpected
Well that was a twist I didn't see coming! Great story I enjoyed this.
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- Beth McKellar
- 17-12-23
Dark side of the road.
Beautifully told. An intriguing tale with very believable characters. I forward to reading more in the series. I have a line of the next books ready to begin.
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- Steven paxton
- 07-02-19
great book
loved it. More of Simon r green great strange look on the world of monster.
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- Miss
- 24-02-21
Great fun, excellent narrator
Superb narration of a fun story. It's never going to win any prizes for great literature, but it's a good way to pass the time.
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