The Witness

By: Nora Roberts

Narrated by: Julia Whelan

Length: 16 hrs and 19 mins

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.

Most favorite Roberts book.

I liked all of it. A must read. A+ to Ms. Roberts. Thank you for turning adversity into victory. A plus for abused women everywhere.

found this book very exciting and couldn't wait to hear the next part.

I like the fact that I never knew what was going to happen next so that kept me listening to the very end! exciting!

Mystery

This is a very good book. I always love the twists and turns by Nora Roberts

The love story part

I liked the book albeit predictable. I think the reader putting on different accent and voices was very off-putting as when you read you imagine what they sound like but a women disguising her voice like a man made it hard to love the beau of the story

Nora Roberts Fan for 30 years!

The Witness is probably my favorite noval by Nora Roberts. I enjoy the characters & the story line. I re listen to this story at least once a year, along with The Collector, Shelter in Place. Undercurrents, & The Inn Boonsborough Trilogy. Roberts tells an enjoyable story with interesting characters & some suspense or mystery. It is interesting that there was some recent controversy, ie books being banned from libraries. While I am not a fan of violence nor of explicit sexual description, I find at 80 years old I can fast forward if some descriptions don’t interest me. I find the value of Roberts writing is in the storytelling, family feelings & unusual characterization. I do find it a pity that books could be banned, especially as Nora Roberts is a master story teller who has entertained me for more than 30 years, first in print & now only with audible editions, due to failing eyesight. I own most of the audible novels by Nora Roberts & continue to try out her newest stories. Thank you Nora Roberts & audible.

Excellent

Storyline grabs you and holds you through out the whole book. Nora Roberts never disappoints.

CAUTION GIRLS - You will fall in love with Brooks!

STORY - This is a very good contemporary romance, but the murder witness aspect of the story is just as important and just as good. There are some minor plot lines regarding some of the small-town folk that could be eliminated, but it doesn't detract from the story at all in my opinion. The character development is excellent, and I absolutely loved Brooks. He is kind, patient, clever, romantic and believable ... probably my favorite male character in the romance genre. I would love to see Ms. Roberts follow up with a mystery novel using his police skills and Abigail's computer-hacking talents.

NARRATION - Julia Whelan did a great job. She was able to do male voices convincingly, as well as the Russian and small-town Southern accents.

BOTTOM LINE - If you enjoy contemporary romance, you will probably love this book.

Chased by the Russian mob

This novel was a good mix of suspenseful thriller and romance novel, one that will keep you entertained for many hours. There's plenty of action and drama, good characters, and no slow parts. Enjoyed this one!

NORA ROBERTS AT HER BEST FANTASTIC

What made the experience of listening to The Witness the most enjoyable?

THE STORY LINE WAS JUST GREAT, A FANTASTIC LISTEN TO A GREAT BOOK BOUGHT TO LIFE YOU WILL NOT WANT IT TO END.. IT WILL SUPRISE YOU, MAKE YOU SAD, BUT MOSTLY MAKE YOU HAPPY, YOU WILL NOT WANT IT TO END. THE NARRATION GIVES IT A FIVE STAR RATING. VERY WELL DONE

Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?

THE PLOT WAS EXCITING AND KEPT ME LISTENING FOR HOURS ON END.

Have you listened to any of Julia Whelan’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

THIS IN MY FIRST HOWEVER JULIA IS FANTASTIC WELL NARRATED WILL BE LOOKING OUT FOR MOORE

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

I HAD EMOTION ALL THROUGH THIS BOOK. IT RAISED MY HEART RATE MADE ME CRY AND MADE ME HAPPY

Any additional comments?

LISTEN TO THIS BOOK YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED

WHAT A PLEASANT SURPRISE

Where does The Witness rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

I gave up on Romance novels years ago. I got this one on a special deal and will look at some of Nora Roberts other book now...

Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?

It was a well written story, with lots of emotion.

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

I enjoy all of the characters.

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

It did make me tear up a little and smile a lot.

Any additional comments?

I find it very helpful when people who write reviews name the authors that they enjoy . Some of my favorite female authors are Tanya Huff, Jennifer Estep , Laurell Hanilton, Patricia Briggs, Dana Stabenow , Carrie Vaughn and Kim Harrison.