• American Savages

  • Ruthless People, Book 3
  • By: J. J. McAvoy
  • Narrated by: Joel Froomkin
  • Length: 11 hrs and 47 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (193 ratings)

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American Savages

By: J. J. McAvoy
Narrated by: Joel Froomkin
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The third book in the Ruthless People series is here.

"Villains by choice." Betrayed. Melody is nowhere to be found, Liam is in jail, and the Callahan family is cracking, just as Avian Doers, the FBI Director and puppet master behind their downfall, planned. But just because they're down doesn't mean they're out. To fight back, Liam and Melody will have to put everything on the line. The kid gloves are coming off, and no one is getting out alive. Nothing will compare to the reign of terror that is about to envelope the entire country. First they were Ruthless, now they are pure Savages. The end is here, and no one is safe....

©2015 Judy Onyegbado (P)2017 Judy Onyegbado

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Joel Froomkin's Narration is Amazing

The saga of my favorite psychotic couple comes to a fitting end so get ready as author JJ McAvoy takes this story and ratchets up the murder, mayhem, and betrayal. The Ruthless People series is so brutal and when you think nothing more could surprise you JJ McAvoy takes another dark twist.

American Savages is not a standalone book. The Ruthless People series must be read in order.

I’m going to miss all the characters in this nearly 12-hour audiobook. Even more than that, I’m going to miss the awesome narration of Joel Froomkin. He once again takes over narration duties after an absence in the second book in the series. There are few narrators who have such a large repertoire of voices they can draw upon as characters. It’s the reason some narrators truly are actors first and Joel Froomkin falls squarely in the middle of that small pool of uber talented narrators.

This audiobook was gifted to me in exchange for an unbiased review!

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Ruthless Savages!!!

I freaking love this series! I was never into mafia books until I listened to my first Ruthless People book. I now find myself listening to other mafia books only to feel disappointment at the comparison. JJ does a fantastic job creating this word of deadly mobsters. I have been waiting years for this next installment and finally audible came through!! No spoilers in this review, you will have to listen for yourself. I will say that the Narrator does an Awesome JOB at switching voices. PLEASE AUDIBLE do not keep me waiting for the next installment. I started this book at 8pm and didn't get any sleep! This listen will be well worth your credit!! What are you waiting for get it Today!!!

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awesome

I love this series! The third book is just as good as the first two books!

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OUTSTANDING!!

This series gets better and better by the passing of each book, the narrator does an amazing job bringing each character to life! If I could give this book more than 5 stars I would..

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One of my favorite series!

If you could sum up American Savages in three words, what would they be?

Crazy. Suspenseful. Grand.

What other book might you compare American Savages to and why?

I don't think I can compare this series to others. I love romantic suspense but this series is extremely different from what I've read before.

What about Joel Froomkin’s performance did you like?

He's able to make different voices for each character and does a good job of it.

Any additional comments?

If you love romantic suspense/mafia romance, then this series should be read/listened to.

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More Callahans please!

If you could sum up American Savages in three words, what would they be?

Don't cross Callahans

What was one of the most memorable moments of American Savages?

What happened when the countdown ended....

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

Listened to him in earlier Ruthless books. His accents draw you right into the characters.

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

Just OMG

Any additional comments?

Can't wait for the next book in audio!

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More ruthlessness please

I have yet to be disappointed by this series! From start to finish it's been the best emotional roller coaster!

Impatiently waiting on the next...

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Sad to have it end!!

What a great ride this has been! So much action, suspense, and thrills and turns!!!
Loved every second of every book, and special applause to Joel who really made it come to life. ..gotta love the " fighting Irish"

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Awesome!!!

This book is fantastic! I was blown away by the performance of Joel Froomkin with all of his different character voices, accents, and emotions. He added so much to the book! I was able to visualize the characters, situations, and scenes with his voice. I found this book to be very well written and full of twists. This is a standalone book and part of a series. I will definitely listen to the other books in this series and by the narrator. I was provided with this review copy audiobook and voluntarily left this review.

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I want to be a Callahan...

This series is a favorite of mine... now that this book in on audible, it is my favorite of the series! I read it the first time, before audible was available, but this family goes thru real tragedy, and the tears came out. By now in the series you are invested dearly in all the characters and are happy at some outcomes and very saddened at others... but audible is the best version of these books... Joel brings the Irish to life as you can't help but to laugh and cry with all of his characters... JJ McEvoy hits it out of the park for the entire series.. what's not to love, well involved storyline, hot sex, adorable characters, intrigue, emotions, mystery, wrapped in a neat package...

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  • VamaDube
  • 10-05-21

Exceptional!!!

Truly Superb Aurthor and Narrator. The story ended but I did not want it to end. JJ Mcavoy you are truly talented . Joel Froomkin is truly talented narrator. Thank you for Making my ears sing with joy. Going to the last book now.

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  • KJ
  • 03-27-19

Some full on belly laughs

I loved the plot, the characters are fantastic. I had some full on belly laughs listening to the banter between Liam and Melody. I preferred the previous narrator, but still enjoyed this version.

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  • Carôle
  • 10-08-17

Perfect Ending....

I am glad that this narration is back with - who I consider - the original voice of Liam Callahan, because this story is worth the of a better Irish actor then the Untouchables.

The story starts off slowly to begin with, with Liam in prison you are are left wondering whether this is really how it's all pans out for the clans. Then, the pace changes and you are not really ready for what happens next, and next, and next, and... Next!

As I write, this was the conclusion to the trilogy however, I have discovered that there is a fourth in the series now, it is not yet on audible so, I guess I'm in for a wait but I'm really looking forward to it and I'm glad the saga is not over. I could live with this family and their adventures for a long time to come.

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  • Amazon Customer
  • 08-07-17

ok

it seems you have to read book 1 and 2 to understand book 3. i was a bit lost but overall it was ok

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