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.

It doesn’t get any better than this.

I’ve always loved Nora Roberts’ books, but this has been my all-time favorite since I first listened to it when it came out. Now I listen to it at a minimum of twice a year. It never gets old and it never disappoints. When listening, I look forward to certain scenes with anticipation because I have listened to it so much. You can thank me later for my highest recommendation!

I LOVE THIS BOOK!!

I have read this book more times than I can count! It never gets old. Such a great story!

Nora Roberts and Julia Whelan, what a team!

This book had it all. I only wish I could listen to it all over again for the first time....

A great romantic suspense novel.

I loved this story. I would of loved a whole series of Liz and Brooks fighting crime together. Julia Whelan was amazing as narrator, the audiobook is over 17hours long and I could of listened to more.

Slow start but not bad

This is the first Nora Roberts book I have listened to. I chose it because I really like the narrator. This book is laden with cliches and predictability. I did like it enough to finish it but I won’t listen again

A Good Read

I enjoyed this story. There was romance, but also a good story. It was written well, and keeps your interests. I would recommend it to anyone.

Gripping storyline

This is my first Nora Robert’s book. I enjoyed the story, the characters and the performance. Well done!

I liked the mixture of fright, humor and normalcy

It was another Nora Roberts very good stories. The characters were interesting
with down home charm. I really loved the humor. It made it easier to deal with the terrible fright. Ms.Roberts made it so easy to identify with that 16 year old Liz. Except for the really smart part, ha. Julia Whelan did a wonderful job narrating this terrific story.

couldn't wait to get in the car to hear more!

Loved this book. Kept my interest all the way through. Sorry when it ended! Interesting characters -you care what happens to them.

Good Listen

Very enjoyable book. Narrator was very good. Right amount of action, romance and suspense. Easy listen.