• The Witness

  • By: Nora Roberts
  • Narrated by: Julia Whelan
  • Length: 16 hrs and 19 mins
  • 4.6 out of 5 stars (32,906 ratings)

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The Witness

By: Nora Roberts
Narrated by: Julia Whelan
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In her stunning 200th novel, #1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts proves why no one is better when it comes to flawlessly fusing high-stakes suspense with red-hot romance" (Booklist, starred review).

Daughter of a cold, controlling mother and an anonymous donor, studious, obedient Elizabeth Fitch finally let loose one night, drinking too much at a nightclub and allowing a strange man’s seductive Russian accent to lure her to a house on Lake Shore Drive.

Twelve years later, the woman now known as Abigail Lowery lives alone on the outskirts of a small town in the Ozarks. A freelance security systems designer, her own protection is supplemented by a fierce dog and an assortment of firearms. She keeps to herself, saying little, revealing nothing. Unfortunately, that seems to be the quickest way to get attention in a tiny southern town.

The mystery of Abigail Lowery and her sharp mind, secretive nature and unromantic viewpoint intrigues local police chief Brooks Gleason, on both a personal and professional level. And while he suspects that Abigail needs protection from something, Gleason is accustomed to two-bit troublemakers, not the powerful and dangerous men who are about to have him in their sights.

And Abigail Lowery, who has built a life based on security and self-control, is at risk of losing both.

©2012 by Nora Roberts. (P)2012 Brilliance Audio, all rights reserved.

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Good read

Very good book. Kept you wondering and wanting to know the end. It had both romance and suspense

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A wonderful story told beautifully by the narrator. It has been a while since I enjoyed a book as much as I enjoyed this one.

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Brilliant!

I loved it! The person who read it did a great job. I am looking forward to read more of her books.

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wonderful book.

loved the book, story and narrator. Will definitely listen to another Nora Roberts book. Great.

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not sure how you come up with your story line for your books.. but I can't get enough.. love all the characters and stories. this actually is the second book I've read of Nora Roberts and have found myself listening to them within 2 days . I would actually love to meet her.. great book!!

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As a 20 yr veteran fan of Ms Roberts, A.K.A. J.D.ROBB, it never fails to amaze me that Ms Roberts still has that wonderful formula for a good old fashion love story with a mystery in this 2012 novel. This translates to witty dialogue and humor. This formula is not in every single story Ms Roberts writes, but so many do have it. This is one of them that will be worth a good old fashion sentimental re listen.
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However, as a newly minted fan of Ms Whelan, due to Karen Robards series this narrator does, I have now gone through Ms Roberts books this narrator reads. She is suburb in her interpretation of the characters. Maybe it is the timing, but I have suddenly become a big fan of her 2014 male voice for a hero. No, prior to 2014 it is not really deep, but the cadence and heart in this male voice comes through for this novel. Hence I am now tuned in to her full talent for all characters in a novel.
It started with a sale on the great author, Karen Robards, which can introduce you to a new narrator for you. Ms Whelan is no novice to great narrations, see her awards.
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Love this book

This is one of my favorite books ever. I have read it many, many times when I am in a book funk and just need to read something I know I will enjoy.

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Suspenseful and humorous

I didn't expect to chuckle so much over the nerd vs the sheriff's conversations. Great suspense with a romantic twist. I would recommend it.

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pretty much the best story ever read!

I'm sure I'll be re listening several times! best book ever. Liz/Abby is amazing.

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Good story, well narrated

Really enjoyed this story, full of interesting characters and plot twists. Would definitely recommend for your next read/listen :)

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