Guilt

An Alex Delaware Novel

By: Jonathan Kellerman

Narrated by: John Rubinstein

Length: 13 hrs and 21 mins

Publisher's summary

The number one New York Times best-selling author Jonathan Kellerman's "psychology skills and dark imagination are a potent literary mix" (Los Angeles Times), and this intensely thrilling blend has never been so powerful as in the acclaimed author's new novel of murder and madness among the beautiful dreamers, seductive predators, and doomed innocents adrift in the glare of Southern California's eternal sunshine.

A series of horrifying events occur in quick succession in the same upscale L.A. neighborhood. A backyard renovation unearths an infant's body, buried 60 years ago. And soon thereafter in a nearby park, another disturbingly bizarre discovery is made not far from the body of a young woman shot in the head. Helping LAPD homicide detective Milo Sturgis to link these eerie incidents is brilliant psychologist Alex Delaware. But even the good doctor's vast experience with matters both clinical and criminal might not be enough to cut down to the bone of this chilling case - and draw out the disturbing truth.

Backtracking six decades into the past stirs up tales of a beautiful nurse with a mystery lover, a handsome, wealthy doctor who seems too good to be true, and a hospital with a notorious reputation - all of them long gone, along with any records of a newborn, and destined for anonymity. But the specter of fame rears its head when the case unexpectedly twists in the direction of the highest echelons of celebrity privilege. Entering this sheltered world, Alex little imagines the macabre layer just below the surface - a decadent quagmire of unholy rituals and grisly sacrifice.

Before their work is done, Alex and Milo, "the most original whodunit duo since Watson and Holmes" (Forbes), must confront a fanatically deranged mind of such monstrous cunning that even the most depraved madman would shudder.

©2013 Jonathan Kellerman (P)2013 Random House Audio

Twisty and compelling

Loved it and was surprised on the fast action ending. They say Prima Moon manipulated them was slick

Another good story

I love the narrator and the relationship between Alex and Milo! Description in great detail makes it easy to see the story on the big screen in my mind

The dog was the most interesting character

Would you try another book from Jonathan Kellerman and/or John Rubinstein?

First and last book by these folks. We were sailing a long passage and it was what we had, but if you have competition for your time, this book will not make the cut. Not a snappily written book, there is very little humor or real drama. We had a "Who cares?" feeling about the conclusion. The characters and the plot are not compelling. Reading is average.

Would you ever listen to anything by Jonathan Kellerman again?

Nope.

Performance was so annoying I couldn't finish it

What could have made this a 4 or 5-star listening experience for you?

I just couldn't listen to this narrator. It was probably a good book. Seemed like a decent plot but the narrator was so annoying that I couldn't make myself listen to it.

Has Guilt turned you off from other books in this genre?

don't know

Would you be willing to try another one of John Rubinstein’s performances?

NO!!!!!

What character would you cut from Guilt?

don't know

I wish I had downloaded a John Sanford book

What could have made this a 4 or 5-star listening experience for you?

When your protaganist is so perfect, the story becomes boring. If Alex Delaware had at least one flaw and more character. He is flat and one dimensional.

What could Jonathan Kellerman have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you?

A better storyline with characters you cared about. The dog was more likable.

What about John Rubinstein’s performance did you like?

I like John Rubinstein's reading of the book.

You didn’t love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities?

No it was boring. Same old story.

Any additional comments?

Alex Delaware is Dr Perfect. He's the one who solves all the crimes. Won't listen to anymore books by Jonathan Kellerman as they are all the same.

Worst Alex Delaware Book Ever

What could have made this a 4 or 5-star listening experience for you?

A better story! I have read every Alex Delaware book by Jonathan Kellerman. They are usually my favorite books. This one was so bad that I finally stopped listening and returned it.

What was most disappointing about Jonathan Kellerman’s story?

It didn't even seem like a Jonathan Kellerman story. It just wasn't interesting and it was repetitive.

Any additional comments?

Come on Mr. Kellerman. I KNOW you can do better than this!

It starts gross...can't believe it gets better

My own fault for purchasing. I'd forgotten the predilection for disgusting stuff. Faye Kellerman is much, much better.

Terrible performance

I have to say this was the worst performance I have listened to on audible. John Rubinstein is horrible. I had to fast forward to the last five chapters because I couldn't bare to spend another six hours listening to him.

A so-so story and a poor performance

What would have made Guilt better?

More focus and better organization would have improved the story. The performance was dreadful; the melodramatic reading and characatured voices were painful to listen to.

Would you be willing to try another one of John Rubinstein’s performances?

No!

No More John Kellerman for me.

I have read or listened to every J Kellerman out there and always enjoyed reading his books. Since I have been listening to him on Audible, I have decided this is my last one. His stories are repetitive. It just seems he has lost his touch for the thriller. Jon Rubenstein is the other reason I can no longer listen to any of his books. He is a good Milo but for the rest I feel his voice is so grating. Sorry Mr. Kellerman, you have lost a reader and listener with this one. Movie stars, murders, cleaned bones and a tribe of kids. A cross between Michael Jackson and Angelina with a touch of true evil thrown in. Seriously? Actually if I could get my credit back I would be very happy.