A Lonely Resurrection

A John Rain Novel

By: Barry Eisler

Narrated by: Barry Eisler

Length: 9 hrs and 57 mins

Publisher's summary

All John Rain wants is to get out of the killing business. But with his discretion, his reliability, and his unique talent for death by "natural causes," no one is willing to let him just retire. So when an old nemesis from the Japanese national police force comes to him with a new job - eliminate Murakami, a killer even more fearsome than Rain himself - Rain knows he can't refuse. Aided by an achingly desirable half Brazilian, half Japanese exotic dancer he knows he shouldn't trust, Rain pursues his quarry through underground no-holds-barred fight clubs, mobbed-up hostess bars, and finally into the heart of a shadow war between the CIA and the yakuza. It's a war Rain can't win, but also one he can't afford to lose - a war where the distinctions between friend and foe and truth and deceit are as murky as the rain-slicked streets of Tokyo.

©2003, 2013 Barry Eisler (P)2013 Brilliance Audio, all rights reserved. Originally published as Hard Rain in 2003.

the more i know of John Rain...

the more i love him. Barry Eisler is a great author and narrator. listening makes me wish i could speak Japanese and spend time in the places John does! Barry brings it all to life =)

Wish there were more stars to give.

Barry Eisler not only has serious chops as a writer, his narration skills are on par with Scott Brick. Finding this series of audio books has been like Christmas in March.

First author

In 20 years have never found the author of their book capable of quality narration...
Until now my # one narrator was Lou Diamond Phillips...
You are authentic, talented, able to wear many hats...GREAT JOB!

Engaging, instructive, and a bargain!

Among the best series I've read or listened to. Notice how inexpensive they are.

I wrote an enthusiastically positive and extended review for Book 1: "Clean Kill in Tokyo."

Eisler is a smart and accomplished guy. Checkout his website and his Wikipedia bio.

Shows Great Knowledge of Japan

I have read, "listened on Audible" to a number of Barry Eisler books and have found them all to be well written, interesting, fast moving, and well narrated by the author himself. I am truly amazed by the author's knowledge and familiarity with Japanese society, I have only seen a similar knowledge of Japan in James Clavell's "Shogun" and Arthur Golden's "Memoir of a Geisha". This particular book was written in 2003, so it is a bit dated in some respects, nonetheless the various characters and places in the story are well developed and memorable. I only gave it four stars because the book seemed to lack some of the depth of his later books, but it definitely is worth reading.

Series gets better

I enjoyed book 1 in the series but A Lonely Resurrection was a step up. The tie to the characters was more compelling in this installment. I normally listen to Audible when I go on long walks with my dog, and I looked forward to advancing the story every day. I look forward to the next book!

Excellent new series

This is the rare case when the author is also an exceptional narrator. He not just tells a good story with a fascinating character, but provides a rich sense of environment and attitude.

Terrific thriller, exceptional narration with accents

Eisler’s tale is fast-paced and draws the reader in to the story. The characters are always surprising the antagonist, the author is the narrator, and if that isn’t a big enough job. He also throws in a good deal of Japanese, and a bit of Brazilian Portuguese for good measure. Eisler’s books are riveting, and his confident narration keeps the reader rushing along inside the story. I feel for the antagonist and can’t wait to see how he gets out of his next mess!

Great reads/listens

Absolutely great reads and listens! The author really delivers a great story and narrates it spottingly

Rain Seems Softer In This One Until.....

What did you love best about A Lonely Resurrection?

I liked that we got to see the softer side of John Rain. He winds up helping his friend in the Tokyo FBI and getting even with the other side for some of their bad works. I think the back and forth between Rain and his 'friends' made the story more touching. You keep hoping that he is going to change.

What was one of the most memorable moments of A Lonely Resurrection?

When Rain goes to the aid of Naomi, the dancer he met and ultimately gets injured himself.

Which character – as performed by Barry Eisler – was your favorite?

John Rain of course. Barry Eisler is a good narrator. Who would think the author could also make the reading so good.

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

It made me sad in places because John Rain sounds so alone and sad and unable to do anything about his situation. I keep hoping.