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  • The Witness

  • By: Nora Roberts
  • Narrated by: Julia Whelan
  • Length: 16 hrs and 19 mins
  • 4.6 out of 5 stars (33,177 ratings)

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The Witness

By: Nora Roberts
Narrated by: Julia Whelan
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Publisher's summary

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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Love these story

A great story well narrated easy to get in the story from beginning to end!!

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Great choice acting

Read the book previously but hearing the amazing narration at the huge declaration of love and reveal part actually had me in tears.

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Sweet Victory

A satisfying story, great narration, good detail, romantic without being dirty, funny and very entertaining!

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Thoroughly enjoyed this book!!!

This book was very hard not to finish in the first day. I couldn't wait to get back to it. it was suspenseful, made me mad, cry and laughed a lot. I loved this book
Will recommend to others.

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Excellent Book

What did you love best about The Witness [Brilliance Audio Edition]?

I would love to read another book this interesting. It kept you on the edge of your seat and was a great storyline. I loved it.

What other book might you compare The Witness [Brilliance Audio Edition] to and why?

Probably one of the top 5 books I ever read...maybe the best, but definitely top 5

Which character – as performed by Julia Whelan – was your favorite?

The main character was my favorite...she had a very good character within the story.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

When the daughter stood up to her mother.

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Loved the book

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starts out strong but trails off.

What did you love best about The Witness?

I enjoyed the story. I enjoyed the plots twists, such as they were. It was just a bit predictable.

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Great characters and plot

The story was constantly evolving and was full of surprises without being over the top. I felt like the main characters personalities came across very well.

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pretty good

it was a good book. not the best Nora but good. I did like the ending.

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All-time fav

One of the best books I have ever read/listened to. I didn't want it to end.

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Enjoyable listen

What did you love best about The Witness?

I loved how not only the characters were developed but also the feel of the town.

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I enjoyed listening to The witness. Nora Roberts did a great job developing each scene and each character. The plot was somewhat predictable. But that didn't bother me. It was a great romance story with a little mystery. This was my first book by this author, but I will be listening to more

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