S is for Silence

A Kinsey Millhone Mystery

By: Sue Grafton

Narrated by: Judy Kaye

Length: 12 hrs and 7 mins

Publisher's summary

Thirty-four years ago, Violet Sullivan put on her party finery and left for the annual Fourth of July fireworks display. She was never seen again.

In the small California town of Serena Station, tongues wagged. Some said she'd run off with a lover. Some said she was murdered by her husband.

But for the not-quite-seven-year-old daughter Daisy she left behind, Violet's absence has never been explained or forgotten.

Now, 34 years later, she wants the solace of closure.

Don't miss the other titles in the Kinsey Millhone Alphabet Mystery Series.

©2005 Sue Grafton (P)2005 Random House, Inc. Random House Audio, a division of Random House, Inc.

Critic reviews

"This novel...presents strong character portrayals, a mosaic of motives, and a stunning climax" (Booklist)

S is for Slow

I thought this book dragged on way to long without much excitement. There were too many characters who were introduced with brief stories. Later you had to recall all about them to follow the story line. The villian must have been busy in another book because he/she (no hints) only caused Kinsey a small amout of grief - once or twice until the end. You may be better off to get the abridged version. As a Grafton fan I was dissapointed in this latest release.

very average.

very average for Grafton. not much suspense. I would not recommend if looking for a nail biter.

S is for Silence

I thought this was a refreshing change in the alphabet series. Instead of writing the entire story from the point of view of Kinsey, the way she usually does, Grafton, switched back and forth between the past and present and gave the reader the view of numerous characters involved in the mystery. She did a great job of capturing the viewpoints of the various characters--especially the teenage girls.

I found the story very engaging throughout. I was disappointed in the ending--I felt like the mystery was not truly resolved. In fact, I was so concerned about this, that I went to a bookstore and skimmed the end of the book to be sure I hadn''t skipped part of the audio inadvertently. Otherwise, I enjoyed this book a great deal and l thought the reader did a great job.

She's back!

I have to admit, I almost didn't buy this book. I thought it would be like a few of the previous Kinsey Millhone novels, predictable and boring. But no, Grafton's back and this one makes up for quite a few stinkers. Great plot, great characters and action. A really good read (listen)start to finish!

unabridged is the way to go

Any additional comments?

I have been listening to the abridged versions narrated by Judy Kaye for years. Now that they are being offered by Audible with Judy Kaye in unabridged format, it brings so much more to the story. I may even go back and get A-R in unabridged.

my favorite so far!

I love this book. Best in the series so far. Easy fun listening. I'm looking forward to the next one in the series.

90% Up to Grafton Standards

This was a well-planned and intriguing story that I really enjoyed 90% of the way through, but I got the impression the author was rushing to meet a deadline at the end. I will continue to read and listen to the alphabet series, but hope the next one continues with hard-hitting, complex mystery all the way through.

I loved this book.

I loved this book. The way she brings everything together is amazing. I was kept guessing until the end.

great until the end

A terrific pager turner until the very end. I was left scratching my head. The culprit's motive was never thoroughly explained.

Cool

I loved it, I am sad that she cannot finish the alphabet, but time for me to move on to next book