The Mystery Master - Intrigue: A Rick O’Shea Adventure

By: John Rayburn

Narrated by: Kristian Eros

Length: 6 hrs and 36 mins

Publisher's summary

Another Rick O'Shea wild adventure!

Rick, Helga, and Lute are commissioned to find the truth about a claim made that Russia’s sale of Alaska to the US was not legally completed in 1867. Once again, their signature sleuthing methods enable them to quickly find the truth and resolve the matter once and for all. Of course, this leads to more offers: uncover the thieves of rough diamonds from a Canadian mine and help neutralize a threat by radicals to plant bombs in the US. During one of their commissioned adventures, the intrepid trio stumble upon a long-hidden stash of gold in an ancient fortress. After hazardous chases around Alaska, Russia, the Mediterranean, Canada, and India in seaplanes, helicopters, and even a US destroyer, the team heads home somewhat frazzled and intent upon seeking less harrowing and dangerous future adventures.

©2019 John Rayburn (P)2019 Wordwooze Publishing

intriguing

Intriguing, suspenseful, entertaining mystery. I loved following along with this. Greed and power are great motivators for the thieves. I liked seeing the group plan and scheme the perpitatrators. I enjoyed this.listen. I voluntarily listened to a free copy of this and am giving an honest review. The narrator did a great job with voices and expressions.

The Geocaching Detective

In the world of audiobooks, some gems stand out, captivating our imagination and leading us on thrilling journeys. "The Mystery Master - Intrigue: A Rick O’Shea Adventure" by John Rayburn, narrated by Kristian Eros, is one such treasure. In this essay, we'll explore the gripping narrative of this audiobook, lamenting the scarcity of books in this series and celebrating the captivating story it offers.

"The Mystery Master - Intrigue: A Rick O’Shea Adventure" is a tale that immerses listeners into the world of Rick O’Shea, Helga, and Lute, a trio of adventurers with a mission: to uncover the truth about Russia's sale of Alaska to the United States in 1867. As their investigation unfolds, they employ their signature sleuthing methods to quickly unveil the facts and resolve the matter. However, their success only leads to more thrilling offers, from chasing diamond thieves in Canada to thwarting radicals planning to plant bombs in the United States.

In the midst of these commissioned adventures, the trio stumbles upon a hidden stash of gold within an ancient fortress. What follows is a series of hazardous chases across the globe, taking them from Alaska to Russia, the Mediterranean, Canada, and India. They travel in seaplanes, helicopters, and even a US destroyer, navigating a world fraught with danger and high-tension scenarios.

At the conclusion of their tumultuous journey, our heroes return home, somewhat frazzled but determined to seek less harrowing adventures. "The Mystery Master - Intrigue" encapsulates the essence of this captivating tale, leaving listeners eagerly anticipating more of Rick O’Shea's thrilling escapades.

Now, imagine preparing a dish of adventure. You'd start with a pinch of Indiana Jones, infusing Rick O’Shea's character with a thirst for the unknown akin to the famed archaeologist. Add a dash of "National Treasure," where protagonists decipher cryptic clues and uncover hidden historical artifacts. Sprinkle in elements of Sherlock Holmes, with our trio's deductive skills on full display.

To make this adventure dish truly exciting, add a touch of adrenaline and half a cup of sheer craziness, reflecting the audacious nature of Rick, Helga, and Lute's endeavors. Flavor it with intricate puzzles and heart-pounding narrow escapes, and bake it with high tension, making the audiobook's runtime of six hours and 36 minutes an unforgettable experience.

"The Mystery Master - Intrigue" embodies the spirit of a modern-day pulp adventure, a genre where characters like Doc Sampson or Buckaroo Banzai would feel right at home. It captures the essence of classic adventure tales while infusing it with a contemporary narrative style, making it accessible and engaging for modern audiences.

"The Mystery Master - Intrigue: A Rick O’Shea Adventure" is a shining example of an enthralling narrative that leaves listeners yearning for more. John Rayburn's storytelling, coupled with Kristian Eros's narration, creates an immersive experience. This modern-day pulp adventure, rich with elements of Indiana Jones, "National Treasure," and Sherlock Holmes, takes us on a thrilling journey filled with puzzles, narrow escapes, and heart-stopping excitement.

As we eagerly await more installments in the series, let us savor the delightful taste of adventure that "The Mystery Master - Intrigue" has brought to our literary palates, a testament to the enduring appeal of adventure storytelling. In the digital age, there is no substitute for the thrill of a well-crafted tale that transports us to a world of mystery and intrigue.

Not my style

I like mysteries and adventure.

But the writing style here was just not for me. I found it more like a self-congratulatory journal rather than a novel.

I had to give up part way through because it was just too over the top. History lessons mixed with congratulations for each step were just not interesting. There was no action, no suspense... more time seemed to be spent soliciting offers for the next adventure than undertaking the current one.

I think in compensation the narrator tried to make it interesting but only succeeded in being way too enthusiastic about every sentence.

Overall, disappointing because I liked the premise, but way too many elements that weren’t for my taste made it impossible to carry on.

I received this audiobook for free in exchange for a review.