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Live to Tell

By: Lisa Gardner
Narrated by: Kirsten Potter, Rebecca Lowman, Ann Marie Lee
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Publisher's summary

“A suspenseful roller-coaster ride.” (Karin Slaughter)

“Lisa Gardner always delivers heart-stopping suspense.” (Harlan Coben)

He knows everything about you - including the first place you’ll hide.

On a warm summer night in one of Boston’s working-class neighborhoods, an unthinkable crime has been committed: Four members of a family have been brutally murdered. The father - and possible suspect - now lies clinging to life in the ICU. Murder-suicide? Or something worse? Veteran police detective D. D. Warren is certain of only one thing: There’s more to this case than meets the eye.

Danielle Burton is a survivor, a dedicated nurse whose passion is to help children at a locked-down pediatric psych ward. But she remains haunted by a family tragedy that shattered her life nearly 25 years ago. The dark anniversary is approaching, and when D. D. Warren and her partner show up at the facility, Danielle immediately realizes: It has started again.

A devoted mother, Victoria Oliver has a hard time remembering what normalcy is like. But she will do anything to ensure that her troubled son has some semblance of a childhood. She will love him no matter what. Nurture him. Keep him safe. Protect him. Even when the threat comes from within her own house.

The lives of these three women unfold and connect in unexpected ways, as sins from the past emerge - and stunning secrets reveal just how tightly blood ties can bind.

Sometimes the most devastating crimes are the ones closest to home.

©2010 Lisa Gardner (P)2010 Random House

Critic reviews

"Gardner never sensationalizes her story, and the book ends with a resolution that is creatively and emotionally appropriate. An excellent novel." ( Booklist)

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Another Great by Lisa Gardner!

Another Great DD Warren story. I have read everything Grarden has written, and I believe this is my favorite. I finished this story in 1 day!!!
You won't be disappointed and keeps you guessing till the end!!

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Good read

A little depressing with lots of juggling if characters but Lisa Gardner pulled them all together as usual. I did notice though that the villains are always killed by their victims and not arrested.

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Exciting Twists and turns

I enjoyed this set of twists and turns. It was a challenge to figure out the mystery before the end. The story increased my empathy for families raising children with severe mental illness- but balanced with the idea they may have an insight to things we don’t see. I was generally pleased and satisfied with the ending and likable characters. It’s worth the listen!

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Love this series!!

Absolutely Excellent! I’m actually reading these books backward and they are still wonderful. Highly recommend!

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An exciting thriller

I love me a good Lisa Gardner thriller, and this one doesn’t disappoint. Several different characters will keep you on the edge of your seat. An excellent binge if you’ve got a long drive ahead of you!

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Fantastic read!

This was a great story. I enjoy multiple narrators on audibles. This whole series is capturing, perhaps it's DD and her affect. This particular book had me wondering until the end

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Excellent for all the right reasons

I've listened to so many audio books over the years and this one in particular stands out. Lisa Gardner's short, clipped sentences work very well in audio format. The story moves at a cracking pace with just the right amount of detail. The other vital component is the excellent narrators, particularly the main voice who has a delivery that is crisp, wry and absolutely perfect. One of the best I've listened to.

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Creepy, creepy, creepy. Love these!

I haven't read the entire series but I like DD Warren. And the narration is so great, perfect for the stories. And spooky these are. I never spend much time trying to figure out the end of the story. That just spoils it for me. So I meander along, around each crazy corner and enjoy the book for great entertainment.

This and "The Neighbor" are great books to relax and enjoy. "I know something you don't know......"

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Loved it!

Lisa Gardner has done it again! I couldn't wait to finish listening. I loved all the narrators, very well read.

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Whoa!

One incredible listen! Stopped everything else to finish. Seriously this is so well written and so well read and performed that everyone should be congratulated.

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