Abby Cooper, Psychic Eye

Psychic Eye Mysteries, Book 1

By: Victoria Laurie

Narrated by: Elizabeth Michaels

Length: 9 hrs and 28 mins

Publisher's summary

We predict amazing success for this brand-new mystery series starring Psychic Abby Cooper.

Abby Cooper is a P.I., psychic intuitive. But her insight failed her when she didn't foresee the death of one of her clients - or that the lead investigator for the case is the gorgeous blind date she just met. Now, with the police suspicious of her abilities and a killer on the loose, Abby's future looks more uncertain than ever.

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©2004 Victoria Laurie (P)2009 Audible, Inc.

Just enjoyable

This is just an easy, fun listen. The narrator doesn't do voices so it's just one voice all the way through. She's ok but I think a different narrator might make it even more enjoyable.

Awesome!

This is a great book! I really look forward to the next one! And I hope it is the same narrator!

Love the series.

Where does Abby Cooper, Psychic Eye rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

It's really a great book and surprises me a lot.

What did you like best about this story?

Interesting history and a nice twist.

Which character – as performed by Elizabeth Michaels – was your favorite?

Abby! She's so loveable but all the characters are really well done.

The Beginning of an Entertaining Series

Although the first book in the series didn't grab 100% of my attention, it was interesting enough for me to listen to the second book. I'm now listening to the 7th in the series and enjoying the series very much.
No need to believe in psychics to enjoy these books. You do have to be willing to tolerate the idea, but what I really appreciate are the twists and turns to each new mystery and book.
I tend to enjoy series' more than novels because I love to get to know characters and stick with them. They become "friends" in a way, and it's comfortable listening to their adventures. I do like the characters a lot in these books. However, the author insists on repeating various phrases over and over again like, "I gave him the full grill" or "Beaming him the full grill" or "Hello Baby, he said in his best Humphrey Bogart" ...I'm sure you get the idea.
Also, the narrator isn't the best. I've listened to hundreds of books and while she is not annoying, she lacks in delivery and voices. The men sound like the women, usually no variance between each voice even during a conversation, the descriptive part of the sentence will run together with the actual dialog. For example, "There's no way she said in surprise!" vs. "There's no way! she said in surprise." Taking things a step further, when a dramatic delivery is given, the description the book gives will not match the narrators voice. A mumble will sound like a statement. A dry, sarcastic remark will sound optimistic or happy, and so you lose the feeling, tone and humorous parts of the book.
That being said, I will reiterate that this narrator is not annoying...just lacking compared to other Audible readers. I do recommend this series to those of you who love easy-to-read mysteries.

I'm seeing a new book in your future..

I was unsure when I bought this book as to whether I would like it. But, it was on sale and I thought I would give it a try. I listened to it on a road trip and when I reached my destination went in search of book two. I have listened to several of this series and enjoy each one. The stories are good and the characters are great. The main character is very enjoyable. And the narration gives the whole thing just that added umph.

I love this series

Would you ever listen to anything by Victoria Laurie again?

I have enjoyed all 13 books and look forward to #14

Would you be willing to try another one of Elizabeth Michaels’s performances?

I have enjoyed this series so much I would gladly try another of her books, any suggestions?

Any additional comments?

I only wish the books would come out faster.

Entertaining Series

I was so pleased to come across this series. It does remind me of the Stephanie Plum series by Janet Evanovich. If you enjoy it you should also check out the Sophie Katz series by Kyra Davis and the Body Movers series by Stephanie Bond. Many great hours of entertainment.
I do agree with other reviewers in their assessment of the narrator~ I have heard much better, but if you can get past her the book is really enjoyable. I look forward to listening to the entire series.

Fun and easy

Really fun and easy read. No stress at all. Abby is not the "hero" type but she gets involved in crimes and helps to solve them. A cozy mystery series with a phychic twist. I think I'll read this series in between more intense books to take a break!

Shows Some Promise

There are portions of this audiobook that are quite entertaining particularly those that deal with the psychic aspects of the book's main character. On the other hand the 'finding the criminals' part of the book which is it's principal thrust never rises above cliches. Plucky amateur is certain of the guilt/ innocence of someone and must fight against the officious police who of course don't believe her or her theory of the crime.
In the end this isn't a bad listen, but it's probably not worth the credit.

A New Twist

I liked the fact that the author has come up with a fresh way to address the mystery novel. On the other hand, nothing about this book was great. Good, but not 'Wow', including the narration. However, I may try another because someone I know who has read the books told me the series gets better as it goes along.