First Grave on the Right

Charley Davidson, Book 1

By: Darynda Jones

Narrated by: Lorelei King

Length: 8 hrs and 58 mins

Publisher's summary

First Grave on the Right is the smashing, award-winning debut novel that introduces Charley Davidson: part-time private investigator and full-time Grim Reaper.

Charley sees dead people. That's right, she sees dead people. And it's her job to convince them to "go into the light." But when these very dead people have died under less than ideal circumstances (i.e., murder), sometimes they want Charley to bring the bad guys to justice. Complicating matters are the intensely hot dreams she's been having about an Entity who has been following her all her life...and it turns out he might not be dead after all. In fact, he might be something else entirely.

This is a thrilling debut novel from Darynda Jones, an exciting newcomer to the world of paranormal romantic suspense.

First Grave on the Right is the winner of the 2012 Rita Award for Best First Book.

Keep chilled: spend some more time with Charley Davidson.

©2011 Darynda Jones (P)2011 Macmillan Audio

Critic reviews

“Sexy, sassy . . . Jones's characters, both living and dead, are colorful and endearing. . . . Cheeky charm . . . sarcastic wit.” —The Associated Press

“Jones's wickedly witty debut will delight aficionados of such humorous paranormals as Casey Daniels's Pepper Martin Mysteries and Dakota Cassidy's Accidental Friends series.” —Booklist (starred review)

“Fast-talking Charley's wicked exuberance and lust for life will appeal to fans of MaryJanice Davidson and Janet Evanovich and maybe fill a hole for those mourning the recently canceled Ghost Whisperer.” —Publishers Weekly

Ratchet up the Grim Reaper Please

Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?

Yes- I listened to this book on a road trip and enjoyed it. It was entertaining and kept interested for most of the book.

Would you recommend First Grave on the Right to your friends? Why or why not?

Maybe - not a bad book, just not what I wanted.

Have you listened to any of Lorelei King???s other performances before? How does this one compare?

I have not heard any of Lorelei's other performances.

Did First Grave on the Right inspire you to do anything?

No

Any additional comments?

It's an okay book that melded my like for the supernatural with interesting and strong female lead character. I wish I got more of the supernatural slant. Solving the mystery is an interesting journey, but I was really turned on by the grim reaper aspect of the story and I was left hanging in the end. I have a feeling that there will be more explanation of that in the next book - which I have not purchased yet - and I am not sure yet that I will.

Love it!

Where does First Grave on the Right rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

This was the first time I've read (listened) to this author! What a great series: wonderful story, strong characters, everything! I will definitely continue the series.

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

Years ago I tried to

Any additional comments?

I just recently discovered audible books. I've always known about them but always felt I could enjoy a

Love this series!

This is a great new series, and a good first book. If you like Stephanie Plum you'll love Charley Davidson.

First Grave on the Right

I enjoyed this book. Grim Reaper, Dark forces, crime solving, add a little hot romance and laughter. Great fun I needed a laugh.

Excellent narration. I would recommend this book.

very witty!

this was a very witty book. i love the characters. especially Charlie Davidson. i want to be her when i grow up.

I Love this book!!!

Everything you could want in a book. Ladies will love it! Passion, romance, supernatural beings, humor and something to look forward to in the next book of the series. Loved it. Never thought I could love the son of Satan (reformed).

Too hard to follow

I don't know what it is about this audiobook exactly, but it was way too hard for me to follow. The narrator never stops to take a breath and there's way too many characters to keep up with. I probably would have enjoyed this book more if I read it.

Grim reaper get her groove on

Charlie Davidson is the Grim Reaper and she falls in love with the son of Satan. Yes! From an early age she’s been connected to him and he, Reyes, has found her again. As a private investigator, she is able to help solve lots of crime because she can see, talk and even touch the deceased. While this story starts off with a few ghosts that come to her for help, she also starts to find out more about how she came to be the grim reaper and why Reyes infiltrates her dreams and gives her good sex.

A Must Buy

Funny. Sometimes laugh out loud humour.
All characters have depth and unique personalities.
Charlie is an original. This would or will make a great start to a series.

So happy I found this series

I’m so happy I found this series. I really like these books. The creativity in the story is great and I like the characters.