Whispers Under Ground

Peter Grant, Book 3

By: Ben Aaronovitch

Narrated by: Kobna Holdbrook-Smith

Length: 10 hrs and 14 mins

Publisher's summary

It begins with a dead body at the far end of Baker Street tube station, all that remains of American exchange student James Gallagher - and the victim's wealthy, politically powerful family is understandably eager to get to the bottom of the gruesome murder. The trouble is, the bottom - if it exists at all - is deeper and more unnatural than anyone suspects...except, that is, for London constable and sorcerer's apprentice Peter Grant. With Inspector Nightingale, the last registered wizard in England, tied up in the hunt for the rogue magician known as "the Faceless Man", it's up to Peter to plumb the haunted depths of the oldest, largest, and - as of now - deadliest subway system in the world.

At least he won't be alone. No, the FBI has sent over a crack agent to help. She's young, ambitious, beautiful...and a born-again Christian apt to view any magic as the work of the devil. Oh yeah - that's going to go well.

©2012 Ben Aaronvitch (P)2012 Tantor

Love this book series

Great story, funny, intriguing, interesting characters, and extremely talented story teller. Aaronovitch’s writing is amazingly good.

Always a good read

Good concepts, good characters and a fine read all round. the audiobook is just an added layer of fun on an already great experience

They just keep getting better.

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

This series is just remarkable. Peter Grant continues to learn and encounter "uncanny events" that require study and patience. Lesley May is a great "sidekick" who isn't a sidekick. Looking forward to more of her and her progression. Can her face be saved by magic?

Who was your favorite character and why?

Well, Peter is always the best but Zach is a pretty strong character in this book, for a moron, that is.

What does Kobna Holdbrook-Smith bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

'Tude!

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

Always. Kobna's reading of Peter's statement "I had it sorted in 20 because I am just that good" nearly made me wreck the car I laughed so hard!

Any additional comments?

I just continue to love this series. More history of London, above and below ground. More Seawall, who is a great character, too. Just all around good!

Best yet!

This is by far the best book in the series. Peter is really hitting his stride now! We are starting to get a fuller picture of the characters "around the folly", The police department and the magical community of London.

Worth the Listen

Sometimes the narrator was hard to understand. Slurring was a problem - even when character-driven - but I'm looking forward to the next book.

Excellent!

Any additional comments?

I really enjoyed this story, even though it is a bit darker than the first book! I can't wait to listen to book # 3!

I have enjoyed all the books in this series

I think the books are good, but the narrator makes it come to life. I find myself agreeing with a fictional character. I don't think anyone can go wrong with these books.

Golden

Kobnar's.narration is the standard of top tier story voice.work,.coupled with a.captivating novel. Don't miss out!

A fun book

The entire series (up to this point) is great. This story is full of mystery, humor and magic.

Magical

Great story. Read it first but just adore the audible version masterfully narrated by hold brook-smith. Brilliant casting as he masterfully presented unique voices and accents for all the characters. Spot on Nightingale and a darling rendition of Leslie. Oscar! More!