Dead Eye: The Skinwalker Conspiracies

De: Jim Bernheimer

Narrado por: Jeffrey Kafer

"My name is Mike Ross and I'm a Ferryman - like in the Greek myth. I didn't ask for, or really want, the job, but I'm trying to make the best of it. Most ghosts are okay and just need a little help to get where they need to go. Unfortunately, there are lots of exceptions, like power-mad psychopaths, spirits still trying to fight battles long since lost, and the worst of the lot - the Skinwalkers. They live vicariously by possessing people and controlling them like puppet masters. Then they toss them aside when they've outlived their usefulness. One of them stole my father 15 years ago, and now I'm going to make that ghost pay."

©2011 Jim Bernheimer (P)2012 David Wood- Gryphonwood Press

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Would you listen to Dead Eye: The Skinwalker Conspiracies again? Why?

I really enjoyed this audio book and I will definitely listen again. The narrator did an awesome job! The story was believeable and scary yet well seasoned with lite humor throughout. I couldn't stop listening. This book maintained the intensity of the first book in this series. It really is a must read if you like a mix of paranormal, snarky quick wit attitude and suspense.

As Awesome as the First One!! I NEEED More!!!

Where does Dead Eye: The Skinwalker Conspiracies rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

This was a new author and type of Sci-fi Fiction for me, but amazingly my husband and I had just recently investigated Gettysburg ourselves and had "contact" with some of the same characters spirits as offered in the first book, specifically Strong Vincent at Little Round Top, so I gave it a try. I liked the premise, but the storyline had some flaws with historical characters in book 2. As usual, History, like the Bible, is based on translation and creative license by individuals, so History buffs should be open minded. I like that the main character developed his "gifts"further, but still anxious to see how Jim Bernheimer continues to mold and shape his newer abilities, if he expands to a 3rd book. Personally, I think 2 books in a series is a tease, so I hopes he keeps this one going and stays away from the "Superhero" AND Zombie non-sense.

What other book might you compare Dead Eye: The Skinwalker Conspiracies to and why?

Close to Joe Ledger from Jonathan Mayberry in descriptive fighting "action" style and use of multiple characters for assist, as well as personal back story which leads to unexpected disappointments. Also this story shares similarity with others via Awesome Narrator with a flare for the sarcastic presentation which reflected both author and story with unique concepts for paranormal abilities and cohorts.

Have you listened to any of Jeffrey Kafer’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

Did NOT like Superhero VS. Zombies concept and wouldn't enjoy any other storyline other than this particular one.

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

I listen while I drive, so mostly stop and go enjoyment, so not even possible to listen in one sitting, but I was riveted and looked forward to the "Go" more than the "stops" I have to endure throughout the work week.

Any additional comments?

I have recommended this series to others, but with caution that these there are ONLY two books in the series, so far...

Great follow up to book one

I wish there was a third book. This is a follow up to the first book and the story picks up right where book one leaves off so if you haven't listened to or read the first book, get that one first.

The story continues with our hero taking a roadtrip to find his dad and he's accompanied by two quirky friends.. The story ends in such a way that a third book would have been possible but it doesn't look like there's a third one out there.

I will definitely check out this author and narrator's other books.

What a road trip.

Equally as funny as the first, maybe even better. I love the part with the dogs, it cracked me up big time. There are new characters such as Lee Harvey Oswald for one and we finally get his real story, ha, ha. The road trip is mostly in Texas. Mike finally gets to find out what really happened with his dad. Mike is learning neat new tricks and getting himself into more than one scrap. So this is a defiant read if you like the first one. Narrator is good and I enjoyed him better in the second book than I did in the first. Maybe I just got used to him.

A great continuation of the first book

The second novel in this series is definitely a worthy followup. It sort of continues the episodic structure of the first book, but all of the events follow each other in a much closer fashion. This is likely due to #1 it taking place on a roadtrip/journey to a destination and #2 because we got the backstory in the first book, so were free to move forward.

The narrator also seems to have gotten into his stride and his reading is much better this time around (for me anyway).

As for the story, we continue following Ross as he heads across the country to go after his long lost father. We make some stops on the way, all of which contribute to Mike's growth as a character. Mike makes some interesting allies and his powers (and knowledge) grows.

The final battle and resolution is far from lackluster, and though it leaves the door wide open for a sequel, there is no cliffhanger and this book stands firmly on its own.

That said, this is not a book you should read without first taking in the first in the series. The author does some explaining of past events, but not enough for someone jumping in to fully appreciate things. Read the first book!