The Lewis Man

By: Peter May

Narrated by: Peter Forbes

Length: 10 hrs and 57 mins

Publisher's summary

An unidentified corpse is recovered from a peat bog on the Isle of Lewis, Scotland. News of the discovery soon reaches Fin Macleod. However, since swapping his life in Edinburgh for a quiet existence on Lewis, such mysteries are no longer a concern for the former Detective Inspector. Or so he thought. The sequel to the Blackhouse which was selected for the WH Smith Richard and Judy Bookclub, and the second book in the Lewis triology.

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Would you consider the audio edition of The Lewis Man to be better than the print version?

Not having read the print version, I don't know. However, Peter May creates such an extraordinary and complete dream in the reader's mind, I am sure it would be excellent.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Lewis Man?

I could pick several which would constitute spoilers, but the one where the main character, Finn, is punched by the village reverend is a great one.

What does Peter Forbes bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Peter Forbes disappears, and Scotland is completely unveiled. His narration is SO good, I barely noticed him. I just heard and saw the places and people. That's the highest compliment I can render to a reader, and I'm hard to please.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I just felt it was very very good, and it has stayed with me the way a good book does.

Any additional comments?

Like the title of my review, please get all of Peter May's Scottish stories and please get Peter Forbes to narrate more!

Simply mesmerizing

Thank you to an Audible listener whose review prompted me to listen to this wonderful book. This is my first Peter May book and I am hooked. The story is moving and works on so many levels. It is elegantly written - stitched together seamlessly like the unique patterns of the almost lost knitting arts described in the book. The characters grew on me slowly and inevitably. Like many of my favourite writers, Mr. May made it possible to feel the wind, smell the sea, and watch the play of light across the landscape. Bravo! I highly recommend this book.
On another note, I highly value the recommendations of other readers. Thank you so much for your reviews.

Hard to stop listening to this Hebridean mystery

Would you consider the audio edition of The Lewis Man to be better than the print version?

Well read, authentic accent, particularly the voice of the old and dementing man who is central to this story.

What other book might you compare The Lewis Man to and why?

A great sequel to Peter May's other Hebridean story.

Which scene was your favorite?

The story of the children on the Dean Bridge is especially compelling.

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

Stayed awake all night.

As good as the first.

The Lewis Man is the second book in a trilogy and is every bit as entertaining as the first. There is no real benefit to reading them in order except for a few details but I love to follow characters. Peter Forbes is wonderful. The Isle of Lewis is definitely on my travel wish list.

A good story, just a bit slow to start

I enjoyed the story and the narrator did a good job. It took a while to get into the plot with the insertions from an old man's memory but it all worked out in the end

Cannot Fault This

Any additional comments?

I don't normally go in for reviewing stuff online, but feel compelled in this instance. Peter May's evocative character portraits and empathetic storytelling, coupled with Peter Forbes' gentle and thoughtful interpretation of it, make this the finest book I have ever listened to.

An old man with dementia is my new literary hero!

Excellent. Really brought the story to life

Wonderful sequel to The Blackhouse. Now to the third in the trilogy. Kept me guessing throughout.

Great plot, strong characters, excellent narrator

This is Peter May's second novel in his Lewis trilogy -- and certainly is a strong sequel to 'The BlackHouse'. This one is quite complex in the telling, with Tormod's account in first person cleverly interweaving with the third person investigation by Fin McCloud. Intriguing from the start to the final minutes!

WOW! Excellent!

If Peter May's words could be turned into a painting, he would be considered a modern day master. And, Peter Forbes' compelling narration has convinced me that this book needs to be heard as long as Mr. Forbes is narrating it.

I could see the sky, feel the rain and the wind crashing on the shore and smell the peat. I wanted to reach out to comfort Talmod MacDonald who endured such hardships in his youth, only to relive those times in his confused state of dementia at the end of his life. The main character Fin, comes across as sensitive and strong. Mr. May and Mr. Forbes portray each character in the book to perfection.

The Blackhouse was excellent and as soon as I had read it, I promptly downloaded The Lewis Man and was delighted that it is unabridged. Like other reviewers, I agree with their assessment. While The Blackhouse is great, The Lewis Man is superb. I am looking forward to Book #3. Thank you Peter May and Peter Forbes for sharing your incredible talents.

A masterpiece

The second of the The Lewis Trilogy. The third story The Chessmen will be out in a couple of months. Must be enjoyed in order.