Bitter Legacy

De: Dal MacLean

Narrado por: Gary Furlong

Duración: 14 h y 11 m

Resumen del Editor

London.

Detective Sergeant James Henderson's remarkable gut instincts have put him on a three-year fast track to becoming an inspector. But the advancement of his career has come at a cost. Gay, posh and eager to prove himself in the Metropolitan Police, James has allowed himself few chances for romance.

But when the murder of barrister Maria Curzon-Whyte lands in his lap, all that changes. His investigation leads him to a circle of irresistibly charming men. And though he knows better, James finds himself enticed into their company.

Soon his desire for photographer Ben Morgan challenges him to find a way into the other man's lifestyle of one-night stands and carefree promiscuity. At the same time his single murder case multiplies into a cruel pattern of violence and depravity.

But as the bodies pile up and shocking secrets come to light, James finds both his tumultuous private life and coveted career threatened by a bitter legacy.

Contains mature themes.

©2016 Dal Maclean (P)2019 Tantor

Fantastic

I have read and listened to a lot of gay mysteries and romances. This one was fantastic! The story was exceptional with twists and turns. The characters were developed and exceedingly rich in personality and background. I actually cared about all the characters right to the end! I listened to this book in the car, on the beach, in the gym! Couldn’t put it down!

So happy I read this

First time with this author, but Gary Furlong is a favorite so I dove in. so glad I did! I love some mystery, danger and drama mixed with my love stories. Well paced, colorful characters and such a whirlwind of emotions. Excited to move to the next up In series.

Just wow

This story wasn’t what I expected and everything I needed. To be clear this is not a romance. It has a relationship theme ish throughout but it’s really about the main male protagonist finding himself while searching for a killer. There is a HEA although what that looks like isn’t really clear until the end. The mystery is great. It’s not hugely predictable and unfolds. It is possible to guess the killer given what you know which I always like. It’s beautifully written and beautifully narrated. I’m looking forward to starting the next in the series!

Excellent book

I couldn't put the book down, it was interesting, puzzling and romantic. My only serious disappointment was the ending. The character who should have learned to withstand the siren's call never did. The writing is of excellent quality. the author shows well, instead of telling.
Maclean's plot, mystery, writing style and language surpass those of most established authors of gay male novels.
I'll read the rest of this series and look forward to all her future works.

Slow start. Methodical Storyline. Super Conclusion

First, the UK/English accent will take some adjustment for listeners. The first chapter's exposition of the story is a bit confusing as is getting acquainted with the characters. After the slow start, the story of Detective Sargent Jamie gets a nice rhythm ... and the twists and turns are magnificent despite best efforts to figure it out.

Highly recommend for readers that enjoy challenge in figuring out the story's whodunit. The author is good at convincing us that DS Jamie got the murderer before introducing new elements of doubt.

Love it

One of the best day mysteries I have read ever. Loved it will read more by the author. Many twists and turns.

Unexpected and captivating

This is a mystery thiller. It happens to have a romance-adjacent subplot, but the mystery is the center - so don't go in expecting this to read like a romance. Reads very much like a British police procedural. The characters are fantastic and fully realized with realistic flaws, the story is truly compelling, and the end moved me to tears. One of my favorite books in the genre, it's a totally unexpected thrill ride with some delicious angst thrown in for good measure. 5 enthusiastic stars. Gary Furlong was the perfect choice of narrator. The emotions he lends to the dialogue really brings everything to life.

Terrific !

Not only is this a excellent plot and characters, this is an exceptional audio. Gary Furlong does a masterful job. He takes an amazing book into the land of incredible.

Kept me absorbed!

This crime novel with primarily gay characters is told from the perspective of Jamie, a 28-year old Metropolitan police detective living in London. He’s moved up in his career quickly, earning the respect of his captain and most coworkers. Jamie is intelligent, well-educated and beautiful, and estranged from his billionaire father. Unaware of his own beauty, Jamie is focused on his career and upholding the law with integrity and compassion. Jamie meets Ben, a 28-year old talented, wealthy, gorgeous, kind, and extremely promiscuous photographer while investigating the murder of a wealthy, gorgeous, well-connected 20-something year old woman. Jamie is instantly physically attracted to Ben, and the two men become friends. Jamie desperately desires more than Ben’s friendship but he engages the self-discipline taught by his severe father and decides to accept whatever category of relationship Ben offers him.
I enjoy getting into the mind(s) of characters, especially when those inner thoughts wrestle with conflicting desires and difficult situations realistically. The author captivated my interest and I was invested Jamie’s efforts as a newly out gay man trying to find friends and a social life while maintaining dedication to and focus on his detective job. I shared his anxiety and emotions as he explored sex, got involved in complex relationships, and dealt with turmoil and stress when trying to solve more murders. I think MacLean wrote a well developed crime mystery, and had me suspecting different characters as circumstances and evidence built.
I did get tired of the characters being both incredibly gorgeous AND wealthy. Maybe it’s because I’m a mundane human, but I’m seriously tired of that trope. But, it’s a small complaint and worth going along with.
The narrator was excellent. His English accent was delightful. His narration added beauty to this novel.

The heart sees beyond the eye...

I did like this book. The mystery was jus that, a mystery right up to the end, which is how I like a good mystery to work. The romance angle of this story was, at times, a bit too much for me. Though I was rooting for Ben and Jamie, the intense complications of their pasts was intense. There was one time in the story that I became so frustrated that I actually thought about turning the book off and not returning. I'm glad that I thought that one through. I don't want to give too much away, but the writing kept you hooked and the phenomenal narration of Gary Furlong made you long to continue. The performance was wonderful. The story was great, just a bit too much in places...but that approach made me stay until the end to see the outcome of this romance. A definite must listen / read.