You're Next

By: Gregg Hurwitz

Narrated by: Scott Brick

Length: 14 hrs and 1 min

Publisher's summary

Mike Wingate, abandoned by his father at four and raised in foster care, is finally living the life he always dreamed of - he's happily married with a precocious 8-year-old daughter, and his construction company is about to finish a "green" housing development that will secure a solid future for them all. But then something from his own past, a past he doesn't even remember, comes back to visit terror upon him and his family.

Shady characters begin threatening Mike, and when he reports them, the police seem more interested in Mike's murky past than in protecting him. Now, with Mike, his wife Annabel and daughter Kat suddenly under attack from all sides, Mike turns to Shep, a dangerous man - and Mike's only true friend - from his childhood days in foster care. Together they will do whatever it takes to protect Mike's family against the hidden men behind the terrifying warning, "You're Next."

©2011 Gregg Hurwitz (P)2011 Brilliance Audio, Inc.

Critic reviews

"Excellent...keeps Mike (and the reader) on edge, wondering what is happening to him and how far it will escalate. Highly recommended to Hurwitz’s many faithful readers and to fans of Linwood Barclay, Harlen Coben, and Lisa Gardner." --Booklist

"The bad guys are suitably evil and the mystery satisfying, but Hurwitz’s real success is depicting Mike’s hard-won life as a husband, father, and successful businessman. A first-rate thriller!" --Library Journal (starred review)

"Hurwitz masterfully provokes feelings of extreme dread...Shep and Mike fight and sleuth their way through intensifying mayhem until they find the unexpected answer...." --Publishers Weekly

not too bad

Would you listen to You're Next again? Why?

No, once is good...

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

It was a curious plot, most of the time there were no clues as to why he was being targeted, but then it comes out…which was somewhat of a letdown, I was kind of hoping for something more sinister. :o)

Any additional comments?

This one had me guessing through most of it until the story came out, then it was a good ride towards the resolution. I did like the characters, good development for all of them.

Very good book

Although I found the story intriguing and engaging it was a bit long for me. I got frustrated at so many bad things happening one after the other otherwise I would have given it 5 stars. The mystery was very complex and I didn't have a clue . I loved the main characters are their human flaws.

Really enjoyed!

Loved it! Very suspenseful once it gets rolling, the last few hours I wanted to listen straight through! The character of Shep was awesome! This was my first by this author but I will be trying more!

Couldn't stop listening!!

If you could sum up You're Next in three words, what would they be?

engaging, entertaining, interesting

Who was your favorite character and why?

Shep, He was slightly "off", funny and loyal

What does Scott Brick bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

He intensified the emotions and expectation for what was coming next.

Any additional comments?

I bought this book on a 2 for 1 promotional sale looking for a long book to listen to while I drove through the night on a recent family vacation. Suprisingly this book caught my attention and I couldn't stop listening. There were twists and turns and an interesting plot twist I wasn't expecting. After rearding Your Next Im interested in reading other books by Gregg Hurwitz.

One of the Best Audiobooks I've Listened To

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

Yes, it is so well narrated and a great story and characters.

What did you like best about this story?

Shep and the narrator and the plot.

What does Scott Brick bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

He brings life to all the characters and is so good.

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

The whole book was riveting.

Loved it

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

First Gregg hurwitz book - it has you wanting to know more with each chapter

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

Yes, I would get home from work and sit in the car and continue to listen

ON THE EDGE OF MY SEAT!

Would you consider the audio edition of You're Next to be better than the print version?

This is the type of book that one would attempt to read while driving. Reading while driving is not safe or legal! This book was fantastic. Listening to books enables me to multitask.

What was one of the most memorable moments of You're Next?

I loved the beginning and the end!

What about Scott Brick’s performance did you like?

I enjoy listening to Scott, he gets into the books he reads.

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

This book made me laugh and cry.

Any additional comments?

Found this author from other reviewers

Outstanding

This is a great book narrated by one of the best in the business. This will not be my last
Gregg Hurwitz book. Highly recommend.

Fast-paced story; Overly affected narrator

I liked the book a lot. I like Scott Brick as narrator about 65% of every book he narrates, but the other 35% of the time he exaggerate how people speak to an annoying degree. I recommend this book to anyone who likes a good, light thriller.

Loved the story

I have been engrossed in every book he has written. What more can you ask for.