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The Cuckoo's Calling

By: Robert Galbraith
Narrated by: Robert Glenister
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Publisher's summary

Published under a pseudonym, J. K. Rowling’s brilliant debut mystery introduces Detective Cormoran Strike as he investigates a supermodel's suicide in “one of the best books of the year” (USA Today).

After losing his leg to a land mine in Afghanistan, Cormoran Strike is barely scraping by as a private investigator. Strike is down to one client, creditors are calling, and after a breakup with his longtime girlfriend, he’s living in his office.

Then John Bristow walks through his door with a shocking story: His sister, the legendary supermodel Lula Landry - known to her friends as the Cuckoo - famously fell to her death a few months earlier. The police ruled it a suicide, but John refuses to believe that. The case plunges Strike into the world of multimillionaire beauties, rock-star boyfriends, and desperate designers, and it introduces him to every variety of pleasure, enticement, seduction, and delusion known to man.

You may think you know detectives, but you've never met one quite like Strike. You may think you know about the wealthy and famous, but you've never seen them under an investigation like this.

Fast-paced and sharply drawn, this dazzling detective novel inspired Strike, the BBC crime drama series that has captivated millions of viewers worldwide.

©2013 Robert Galbraith (P)2013 Hachette Audio

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Editor's Pick

Warning: will cause a fierce attachment to fictional characters and an inability to press pause
"The Cuckoo’s Calling is a masterfully written gritty detective story that hooks you and refuses to let go until its pulse-pounding conclusion. J. K. Rowling (writing under a pseudonym) shows off her literary range in this compelling thriller. The only good thing about finishing this one is the three more equally unpauseable Cormoran Strike thrillers that are ready to listen to and get lost in."
Catherine H., Audible Editor

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I really enjoyed this book!

It started out a little bit slow for me when then it had me hooked!

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BORING

Really drags. Nothing exciting about it. The characters except for Robin were plain. Even learning the ending was dull. Sorry…

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An OK private detective story

It was OK, I definitely got to the point where I wanted the story wrapped up well before the climax which was underwhelming in my opinion. Pretty much smart Hagrid working as a private investigator. J. K. Rowling must have a thing for big hairy dudes.

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Very involved and intriguing mystery

I loved the deep dive into all the personalities in this story. Not just a superficial mystery but one that demands the reader pay attention.

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Addicted!

Great character development. Multi layered and intricate storyline. Compelling narrator looking forward to Book 2.

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A total waste of time

Save your money. Boring . I’ve tried to listen but can’t finish. Sorry. Expected a great book .

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Couldn't put it down!

The story was enticing, giving subtle hints that I overlooked and I was completely shocked in the end! I enjoyed the entire ride. it started out slowly building up and I binged the last 6 hours and even cancelled plans to keep reading. I am new to the genre and am now on The Silk Worm. I suspect I will read all of the books in this series before moving on to something else because they are fantastic! 10/10 story 10/10 narration!

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Third time listening- gets better everytime

Third time listening- gets better everytime. My favorite detective / murder mystery series with characters that I’ve come to love deeply. Like visiting with old friends now.

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Excellent

I really enjoyed this “new” author. Well developed characters and story. I highly recommend it for any lover of mysteries.

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The Cuckoo's Calling

Terrific book. I love this series! The characters are well thought out, and the story was very interesting! The ending was very good and took me be surprise. The narrator was very good!

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