Mad Mouse

John Ceepak, Book 2

By: Chris Grabenstein

Narrated by: Jeff Woodman

Length: 8 hrs and 10 mins

Publisher's summary

It's almost Labor Day, and the end of summer could mean the end of someone's life in this exciting sequel to Chris Grabenstein's Tilt-a-Whirl.

Young Danny Boyle, the part-time summer cop "down the shore" in Sea Haven, New Jersey, gets taken on a wild ride when he and his longtime beach buddies become the unwitting targets of a madman's twisted scheme for revenge. Fortunately, John Ceepak, the cop with a soldier's unshakable code of honor, stays at Danny's side to help him negotiate the quick twists and turns that threaten to destroy his life, his friends, and everything about the world he loves.

Whipping from the boardwalk to the beach and back again, Mad Mouse keeps zigging and zagging at a breakneck pace, all the way to the surprising finish.

Don't miss other adventures featuring Sea Haven's finest, including the first book in the series, Tilt-a-Whirl, and the third, Whack-a-Mole.

©2006 Chris Grabenstein (P)2007 Audible, Inc.

Critic reviews

"With agile humor, neat plotting, unexpected sweetness, and an irresistible duo, Grabenstein offers a hip new form of cozy." (Booklist)
"Likable good guys, plausible bad guys, a sensible plot and a supple prose style that moves from breezy to poignant." (Kirkus Reviews)

Another thrilling ride! Delightful series!!!

This John Ceepak/Danny Boyle police detective series contains yet another enjoyable, suspenseful and humorous tale. Both narrator Jeff Woodman and author Chris Grabenstein are perfection together again as they take us with Ceepak and Boyle on an exhilarating police detective investigation into a Jersey Shore summer murder. Detective John Ceepak is a handsome and rare P.I. I found most intriguing and engaging, charming, honest and quite comical. Both Ceepak and Boyle compliment each other with their differences and mutual respect for each other. This book is filled with humor, murder plots, dangerous schemes and wonderful friendships that brought back old memories from my past. Charismatic characters are brought to life by the perfection of narrator Woodman, again. The expertise of forensic specialist Dr. McDaniels comes in handy now and then with her sudden appearances. Her amusing, eccentric accent reminds me a bit of Bette Davis. {{Fasten your seatbelt. It's going to be a bumpy night}} came to mind. Every character, so different, is undeniably recognizable without the annoying {{{he/she said}}}. This series is amazing and a welcome change of pace. Thoroughly delightful, thought-provoking, surprises galore and much more kept me listening as soon as I was able. Just when I had it figured it out, surprise! Nope, I was wrong. Kudos to Grabenstein and Woodman. I am thankful to both for their superb connection and a literary partnership that equals an amusing, though malevolent and always enjoyable police detective series. It kept me wondering who did it. I have book #3 and will be getting more. Never a dull moment. Take my word: This is another thrilling ride. Listen to it and find out more about this mysterious Mad Mouse. Never a dull moment. VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!!

Good book BUT NO WAY FUNNY!!!!!!

Where does Mad Mouse rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

The book is good but I can't believe the reviews!! Several reviews say it is a funny/humorous book....REALLY? A sniper trying to kill young people on a summer beach.
REALLY FUNNY😲😵😳. I guess these are the same people thought the first book was a family book... it was about PEDOPHILIA, INCEST, AND FRATRICIDE!!!!! REALLY??

What was one of the most memorable moments of Mad Mouse?

The ending sequence

Which scene was your favorite?

Beach scenes

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

No

Any additional comments?

Very dark book well written, excellent narration,overall very good mystery BUT not as advertised

Not as good as the first one...

Any additional comments?

Narration was amazing as always. I love the different voices, Jeff Woodman makes you want to keep listening. This story wasn't as good as the first, wasn't as suspenseful or exciting. I found myself having to rewind because it didn't hold my attention. I will continue on with the series though. I love Danny and Ceepak and the narration alone is worth the listen.

Mad Mouse Is Light, But Good, Listening

I very much enjoy the John Ceepak mysteries, and this one is no exception. But toward the end, this one started to drag. Could have ended this story about an hour earlier. The narrator is great though, and its worth a credit if you don't want to concentrate really hard. If you are only going to read one Ceepak mystery though, Rolling Thunder is the best.

Paintballs and Snipers

Once again, Chris Grabenstein writes another great Ceepak mystery that by all means shouldn't be as fun and interesting as it is. Although there are pitfalls in Grabenstein's characterizations and plot, I just can't bring myself to care. I enjoy the story and the two main characters far too much. It took me a span of two days to listen to this book and by the time it was done I was already downloading book 3.

Want to see Ceepak NUDE!

This is great series. Quick, smart and very entertaining! Highly recommended if Agatha Christie is a little too HIGH BROW for you.

LOVE ME SOME CEEPAK AND DANNY!!

This is my second Ceepak and Danny book. I really like the way you get to know the characters in the story. It is very easy to follow. I love mysteries and I was pleasantly surprised with this one. The narrator did such a good job with the voices. I always knew who was speaking. Well worth a credit!

another great book

this is a new offer for me. I love this new often hear that I have discovered. His books are very interesting keeps you on your toes and the narrator keeps it Lively and fun. I cannot wait to hear the next book in this series.

Fun Listening

A great follow-up book to Tilt-A-Whirl. Easy listening with fun characters. I look forward to listening to Whack-A-Mole. You can also check out his website for a map of Sea Haven.

MadMouse

Really fun read. Suspenseful, funny and great characters. Left me wanting more.