Blood Moon Rising

By: Mark Dawson

Narrated by: Mark Deakins

Length: 5 hrs and 22 mins

Publisher's Summary

Mark Dawson (author of the best-selling John Milton series) continues the action-packed quest for revenge begun by Beatrix Rose in In Cold Blood.

Ten years ago, Beatrix Rose headed an off-the-books hit squad that did the dirty work of the British Government. When she discovered that the commander of the squad was corrupt, he sent five of his assassins to rub her out.

But they failed. Bad mistake.

There were six names on Beatrix's Death List, and now there are four. She's going to account for the others, one by one, even if it kills her.

Beatrix has returned from Somalia with a fresh target in her sights. Bryan Duffy is in Iraq, surrounded by mercenaries, with no easy way to get to him and no easy way to get out.

Will Duffy prove to be a challenge too far?

Fans of In Cold Blood will know all about the unlimited action, but until you've listened to Blood Moon Rising, you'll only know one third of the story!

©2014 Unputdownable Limited (P)2014 Unputdownable Limited

Loved Blood Moon Rising

This is the second Audible book I've listen to ofMark Dawson's. As with the first book I've given it five stars. A fabulous listening story. I listen to audio books on my daily walks and Mark Dawson's books make my walk go past so quickly that I don't even notice that I've walked for over 2 hours. Just wish they were a bit longer. But fantastic all the same. Highly recommended.

2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Awesome audio book .

Would you consider the audio edition of Blood Moon Rising to be better than the print version?

Yes the audio version makes you feel like you were right with Beatrix.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Blood Moon Rising?

How she helped the brother and sister get to a safe place/

What does Mark Deakins bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

He makes you feel like your right there.

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

Yes it made me cry when she hugged the brother and sister goodbye before they went to their relatives.

Any additional comments?

This is the first book I have listened to and will now be looking forward to reading the rest of the series. Also this book stands alone so you can read the series out of order.

2 of 2 people found this review helpful

Wonderful espionage thriller in a wonderful series

Those who like espionage thrillers should listen to Mark Dawson's novels. My favorite Dawson series is Beatrix Rose. In Blood moon rising ex-British espionage agent is getting some revenge as she dies of terminal cancer. She is also teaching her teen daughter Isabella how to protect herself after she (Beatrix) dies. Action is constant and suspense is extreme in the four novels in this series. Mark Deakins' narration is pitch perfect.

6 of 9 people found this review helpful

Another great read from the Beatrix Rose series..

So, Beatrix is getting sicker and sicker. If she doesn’t quit now I’m just not going to believe it. She killed another off her kill list and I think she’s about to get #5 as she heads home at the end of this book. That will only leave #6, Control, and I don’t think she’ll be able to get him so that’ll be up to Isabella, when she gets older. But not much older because she’s only 15 when HER series begins and she can kick some butt as well as her mother. Beatrix was a very good teacher.

So, I’ve already bought the last book in this series so I’d better get to it.

No romance and the F-bomb was used 11 times.

As to the narration: Mark Deakins does a fine job on the voices. Yeah, his women’s voices could use some work BUT as I always say, “better a female with a deeper voice than a man with the voice of a girl.” A perfect example is the Beatrix Rose’s The Hong Kong Stories narrated by Jane Slavin. There are men talking in the audible sample and they sound just like women. So, I won’t be getting that 3 book set. Too bad about that.

Good Story, but...

I continue to think Mark Deakins and Mark Dawson are both awesome. The story was really good, but Beatrix Rose was rather annoying in this particular book. She is super-stubborn and is willing to put others’ lives at risk all in the name of revenge. I still rate it 5 stars.

Beatrix Rose Rocks

Beatrix Rose is one of those kick ass females which need to be written about more frequently. I wish this series would continue far longer than it currently is

Another solid entry into my read category.

This one left me looking for the next book. Excited to read on. thank you.

Very Entertaining.

The continuing saga of Beatrix Rose is great. The pace is fast as more and more of Beatrix personality is revealed as she continues with her agenda. The time just flies listening to it. Looking forward to her next adventure.

I'm hooked!

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Recommend a read/listen of "In Cold Blood" first and get a more thorough insight into the series. The background is in this book, so not necessary, but I'm glad I read/listened to In Cold Blood first

What did you like best about this story?

I thought Beatrix was in a tight spot with no feasible escape without some farfetched action by which she overcomes insurmountable odds and, once again, the author comes up with a highly plausible scenario to even the chance for escape.

Which character – as performed by Mark Deakins – was your favorite?

I liked Mark performing as the villain, Number 10, when I listened to In Cold Blood. This time as one of the good guys, the new Control, Pope, was my favorite.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

Iraq - all about oil - a thrilling aside

Any additional comments?

I listened to the first of the series; bought the series and read/listened to the second now I will read/listen to the third. Yes, I'm hooked on Beatrix Rose.

Another great ride in the Beatrix Rose series!

After listening to the first book in this series, I was hooked! I have a long commute and listen to audiobooks frequently. Listening to this book, I found myself at work in no time, realizing I had been totally immersed in the story. I don't often looh forward to my commute, but I did during this book, wondering what was going to happen to Beatrix as she worked her "list".

The characters are well developed, believable, and likeable (I really have to have someone to root for in a story). There is a unique aspect to this series as you begin to see the relationship between Rose and her daughter. I feel like there is something special in store for the daughter, I just don't know what yet. The narration is well done as well. Overall a great quality audiobook.

If you haven't read the John Milton series yet, you can stil enjoy this series - it stands on its own. Although - you may want to read the John Milton series first because there are some references to that series in the Beatrix Rose stories.

I am very much looking forward to the next book in this series...

Dig two graves

Another short novel, number 2 in the Beatrix Rose revenge series.
Entertaining throughout, well narrated, although I would perhaps prefer an english accent given that Beatrix is a British agent, having said that the story is compelling and vibrant.
My only criticism is the dialogue between Beatrix and Isabella. Until Isabella was identified as 13 years old I would have placed as being about seven by the manner in which she was presented.
I’m looking forward to the next and final instalment.

1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Another good spinoff from the John Milton stories

Rather odd to have an American narrator for a book whose principal characters are British, but he does a good job.

1 of 1 people found this review helpful

good listen

blood moon rising was a excellent novel full of pace.. the narration was first class

1 of 1 people found this review helpful

A bit short

These Beatrix Rose books are pretty good popular thrillers, but very short compared to other books. She has a hit list of 6 and the writer has split each "hit" into a separate book. They should really be in one log book.

1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Gripping, but a bit bloodthirsty

Would you consider the audio edition of Blood Moon Rising to be better than the print version?

I haven't read the print edition of this book, but having read several other books by Mr Dawson, and as this is an unabridged version, that there is very little to choose between them. Having an audio book is an unusual treat for me as I normally read the print/kindle versions of books.

What other book might you compare Blood Moon Rising to, and why?

In some ways the heroine (Beatrix Rose) is rather like a female Jack Reacher in the Lee Child books. She is also a very highly trained agent/soldier and the books are similarly bloodthirsty.

What aspect of Mark Deakins’s performance might you have changed?

The performance overall was rather mono-tonal, and the excitement of certain key passages wasn't really portrayed in his performance

If you made a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

They upset this loving mother, now they must pay, four down, two to go by the end.

Any additional comments?

an excellent story, as usual from Mark Dawson, rather more bloodthirsty than his John Milton stories. Slightly let down by a narration that was a little flat in my opinion.

1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Heart Stopping

What did you like most about Blood Moon Rising?

The fast paced story and accuracy of the people and places.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Blood Moon Rising?

The rescue of the boy from prison in Iraq.

Have you listened to any of Mark Deakins’s other performances? How does this one compare?

Yes. The previous novel in this series. Well read again..

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

yes but at 5 hours + I listened in chunks of about an hour.

Any additional comments?

I thought that the previous Beatrix Rose outing was good but this is better. A fast moving plot with action from the beginning. It is a great story with a knowledge of places and culture that I would previously not been interested in. It had heart stopping excitement where you thought that the heroine would not complete her task.. I really enjoyed this story and hope to buy more from this author.

1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Great

Loved it from start to finish great story narrated well gripping in parts now for book three

two roses for Beatrix

Beatrix Rose continues her vendetta against those the six who , years previously, killed her husband and stole her daughter. Finally reunited with he and with time rapidly running out, BeTrix needs to keep her safe and that can only be achieved if her betrayers are dead.
Although a story of an assassin on the hunt, it is also tender and thoughtful, beautifully crafted by the talented Mark Dawson. The narration I matches the novel's pace well and the vocalisation of the dialogue is excellent helping to bring the characters vividly to life.

This is the second of Mark Dawson's excellent Beatrix Rose trilogy, fast, thrilling and often unexpected. Best to read the first volume before this one but not essential, I can recommend it without reservation -buy it, listen and enjoy.

1 of 2 people found this review helpful

3 part book, separated for more money

I am enjoying the story but it is far too short for the money, all 3 parts together are still shorter than many books I've bought. Shame on you Audible

0 of 1 people found this review helpful

One more to go

I suppose I'll be listening to the last in this series. Beatrix is not as interesting or compelling as Milton. But I'll see it through..at least no really dodgy accents. Now much of a review I know.. Sorry. Ho hum..

0 of 1 people found this review helpful