Cry No More

By: Linda Howard

Narrated by: Joyce Bean

Length: 11 hrs

Publisher's summary

Count your blessings; they can be snatched away in an instant. It is a sentiment Milla Edge knows too well. With an astonishing blend of savvy, instinct, and passion, Milla displays an uncanny gift for finding lost children. When all seems helpless, desperate souls from across the country come to her for hope and results. Driven by an obsessive desire to fill the void in other people's lives, Milla throws herself into every case - all the while trying to outrun the brutal emotions stemming from a horrific tragedy in her past.

Traveling to a small village in Mexico on a reliable tip, Milla begins to uncover the dire fate of countless children who have disappeared over the years in the labyrinth of a sinister baby-smuggling ring. The key to nailing down the organization may rest with an elusive one-eyed man. To find him, Milla joins forces with James Diaz, a suspicious stranger, known as the Tracker, who conceals his own sinister agenda.

As the search intensifies, the mission becomes more treacherous. For the ring is part of something far larger and more dangerous, reaching the highest echelons of power and influence. Caught between growing passion and imminent peril, Milla suddenly finds herself the hunted - in the crosshairs of an invisible, lethal assassin who aims to silence her permanently.

©2004 Linda Howard (P)2004 Brilliance Audio, Inc.

Compelling characters and well developed plot

Would you listen to Cry No More again? Why?

yes. I felt so much empathy with the main character, even though I'd never had any similar experience. The writing drew me in and had me fully invested in the Milla's journey. The powerful emotions of the characters start to become your own, and each chapter should come with a tissue warning.

What did you like best about this story?

How the individual who was initially targeted as the bad guy, came through the story as a hero. I liked how she twisted the characters - the good become bad, and the dark, scary bad boy isn't so scary after all.

Which character – as performed by Joyce Bean – was your favorite?

Diaz.

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

When Milla thought that Diaz was opposing her plans to meet with Justin's parents. I loved his response to what Milla did there and how he helped her recover.

Any additional comments?

Excellent story, wonderfully crafted characters and plot. Great twists that keep you hanging onto the edge of your seat.

Just 1 little sticking point for me

I did like the narration, story and the ending, but there is one little sticking point that is a stretch. If the adoptive parents didn't "buy" the child then how did the smuggling ring get its money. If it was a "normal" adoption then there wouldn't have been an "exorbitant" fee. It gets a little contradictory. Otherwise I did enjoy the book although it did seem a bit slow to start.

Highly recommend.

I absolutely loved this book. It was narrated well and the story was captivating. 10/10 recommend.

lovely story

It seems like Linda Howard is very hit and miss for me, but I loved this book. the story was engaging and entertaining. there was lots more potential for suspense, and it was pretty clear who the bad guys were from the get go.. but regardless the story was really intriguing with a twist or two in there.

Sometimes sad but very good book. I really enjoyed

Sometimes sad but very good book I really enjoyed it. Mexico is much more dangerous now.... not that it was safe than. Stealing Babies and Stabing their Mothers. Selling kids & Organs & all that really happens. It's creepy but makes a good story. Enjoyed the Book.

she WOULD find her baby stolen from her arms

Mila Edge had her baby stolen from her arms~while living in Mexico~ 10 years later she has never given up the hunt for the baby stealers~ she starts a foundations called FINDERS who looks for missing children and help find lost people. Mila has a clue~ she blinded the man in one eye who stole her son~ now the "one eyed man" has been spotted. the Mysterious "Tracker" aka James Diaz~ gives Mila the means to "tracking down the one eyed man"...with more info from him~..she finds the BABY STEALERS leads them to friends close to Mila~ the sexy mysterious Diaz is one of Howards more mysterious heros~ as Mila and Diaz bond emotionally and physically~and become very close~ she finally locates her missing son~ This is an excellent audio~ moves along and at the same time the topic of child stealing is very emotional. DIG out the kleenex because this is a sad touching story. excellent READER~ 5 star all the way from reader, story and over all performance one of Linda Howards VERY best.

Very Good Story

A great story, with an impactful message. Just a little too much romance for me!

Cry No More

For a book named “Cry No More”, it’s ironic that it makes me cry every time I read/listen to it! This isn’t one of my favorite LH stories, but it is still very good. I never like when there is an easy reconciliation between the H&h, especially when he did something so terrible. I always want the H to suffer/grovel more, lol. Other than that, I would recommend this book to anyone, it is well worth the credit.

Download & Turn it Up!

Could not wait to turn on the IPod & listen. Was afraid it might be too sad, but it wasn't. Good listen if you like Linda Howard books. ~Enjoy~

Awfully Sad, But Interesting Story

Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not?

Ummm probably not. I wouldn't recommend it because it wasn't a fast paced eye catcher. I didn't feel super engrossed in it. It felt like a book I could pick up once a month when I'm taking a train somewhere.

Would you recommend Cry No More to your friends? Why or why not?

I just answered this question above.

Which scene was your favorite?

Thats a tough one. Can't really put my finger on it.

Was Cry No More worth the listening time?

Ummm, I felt like the book could have ended way before it did. There were some pretty drawn out parts that I think were a bit unnecessary. However, it was still a decent read.

Any additional comments?

Please don't let my comments deter you. If you catch the book on sale, then you did good but I wouldn't pay regular price for it. I just wish it could have been a bit better, but it is what it is. Oh and the narrator is pretty good!