Two Graves

By: Douglas Preston, Lincoln Child

Narrated by: Rene Auberjonois

Length: 16 hrs and 22 mins

Publisher's summary

After his wife, Helen, is brazenly abducted before his eyes, Special Agent Pendergast furiously pursues the kidnappers, chasing them across the country and into Mexico. But then, things go terribly, tragically wrong; the kidnappers escape; and a shattered Pendergast retreats to his New York apartment and shuts out the world.

But when a string of bizarre murders erupts across several Manhattan hotels - perpetrated by a boy who seems to have an almost psychic ability to elude capture - NYPD Lieutenant D'Agosta asks his friend Pendergast for help. Reluctant at first, Pendergast soon discovers that the killings are a message from his wife's kidnappers. But why a message? And what does it mean?

When the kidnappers strike again at those closest to Pendergast, the FBI agent, filled anew with vengeful fury, sets out to track down and destroy those responsible. His journey takes him deep into the trackless forests of South America, where he ultimately finds himself face to face with an old evil that - rather than having been eradicated - is stirring anew... and with potentially world-altering consequences.

Confucius once said: "Before you embark on a journey of revenge, first dig two graves." Pendergast is about to learn the hard way just how true those words still ring.

©2012 Douglas Preston, Lincoln Child (P)2012 Hachette

More like part two of "Cold Vengeance"

"Cold Vengeance" left us all wondering what happened to the rest of the book - it seemed like it was missing at least a few chapters at the end. "Two Graves" picks up right where "Cold Vengeance" left off and answers a lot of questions we've had throughout the whole series. Although I was frustrated, even annoyed, at a few points in the book, overall it was a perfect example of a semi-fantastical Preston/Child thriller and certainly worthy of Pendergast's latest appearance and, as always, I enjoyed being in his company throughout the book. This is a must read for any Pendergast fan!

Good if know series

What made the experience of listening to Two Graves the most enjoyable?

Finally finding out what happens to everyone.

What about Rene Auberjonois’s performance did you like?

He is Pendergast.

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

Yes.

Any additional comments?

I have enjoyed this group in the series.

Brilliant Again, Of Course

Writing the brilliantly eccentric FBI Agent Pentergast would seem to be difficult to me, but Preston & Child bring him to vibrant life once again! With his evil brother gone--or is he? An amazing twist to the complicated web of deceit and betrayal that will give the series years of more material and keep all of us readers glued to our seats!

Amazing

That is really all that can be said! Pendergast never ceases to amaze me. Amazing.

Whiplash from the emotional rollercaster

Everyone you care about shows up in the conclusion of this riveting trilogy. From the first chapters, you are thrown left and right from one event to the next. You barely recover from a harrowing drop to only experience a jolt up then down as the plot spirals twists your emotional gut like a taffy puller. This Prendergast novel is far and away among the best. This is Lincoln and Child’s second trilogy within the Prendergast series. The first one, starting with Brimstone and ending with Book of the Dead, was fabulous. This trilogy, starting with Fever Dreams is even better -- you can believe it.

I give outstanding marks to Rene Auberjonis, the voice of series. His steady guiding tone makes the story seamless and enjoyable as always.

One of the best things about the Prendergast series is all of the characters are multi-dimensional. This trilogy humanizes Prendergast is a way that was badly needed. Good job authors in anticipating the needs from your audience. I have come to know these characters and enjoy seeing how they evolve. It’s hard to believe that the authors were able to get so much backstory into this action packed plot. I warn you, you won’t always get what you want, but as the song goes, you’ll get what you need. Two Graves a must, must, listen!

another winner loved it.

Another great Preston Child creation . Kept me at the edge of my seat. several plots occurring throughout , yet seemingly come together in a grand finale. Can't wait to see what happens next!

Sounds Familiar

How many times has his wife been killed or thought to have been dead?
Seem like in every novel.

Ready for the old Pendergast

I liked it, but was a little tired of this melancholy tortured Pendergast. I am glad that the Helen storyline is now resolved. I liked the Pendergast character from the books prior to these last few.

I liked the story, and narration was excellent as always. No complaints other then I miss the main characters prior personality traits. I think the Tristran character will be a great addition in future stories.

I always enjoy their books.

Maybe a little far-fetched, but who knows?! I found the multiple story lines hard to follow, but caught myself up on the second listen. Overall a very enjoyable listen!

Intrigue and violence abound

Would you consider the audio edition of Two Graves to be better than the print version?

N/A

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

Switching scenarios chapter to chapter made attentive listening a must.

What about Rene Auberjonois’s performance did you like?

Great emotion and diction assist understanding.

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

No - need to relish the changing scenes before moving on.