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Blood Work
- Narrated by: Dick Hill
- Series: Terry McCaleb, Book 1
- Length: 12 hrs and 41 mins
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Release date: 06-17-08
- Language: English
- Publisher: Brilliance Audio
- Whispersync for Voice-ready
Regular price: $27.27
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Wracked with guilt over the fact that he's alive because another human being was killed, McCaleb embarks on a private investigation of his donor's murder - a crime as horrific as anything he ever encountered as a serial killer investigator for the FBI.
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Great Book
I have read a lot of the newer books by Connelly but this is really good. I love the Bosch books but have only listened to one other Terry McCaleb book. Very suspensful and well developed characters and plot. Really enjoyed it.
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- Andrew Stone
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A Darn Good Book
After reading the publisher's summary, I was concerned that the book might be uninteresting or a bit slow. Fortunately, I did not pass this book up!
Blood Work is very engrossing story that kept my interest throughout. In the end, I liked this book enough to write a positive review.
Before writing this review, I checked out Amazon.com and found that there are (at the time of this writing) 188 reviews. Most all the reviewer praised this book. Additionally, I discovered that Blood Work was turned into a movie that is acted and directed by Clint Eastwood. At the end of the book, the author Michael Connelly, acknowledges all those who significantly helped him write this book. Interest that Connelly mentions that the actor Clint Eastwood was an initial reviewer of the manuscript.
Overall, every book that I have read by Michael Connelly, I have liked very much, and I can highly recommend all that I have read...
The Narrator Dick Hill is one of my favorite readers. His voice really fits my idea of the main character, FBI agent McCaleb. I never imagined a persona like Clint Eastwood stereotype when hearing Dick Hills voice.
In this reading, Dick Hill also does an amazing Hispanic accent. I am always amazed by the range of characters Dick can sound like! Check out other books narrated by Dick Hill, by clicking on the NARRATOR hyper-link "Dick Hill".
The last book I read, prior to this book, narrated by Dick Hill was Tripwire written by Lee Child (also an excellent author and narrator combination).
If you like FBI characters, I highly recommend books with the character Pendergast (a FBI agent, independently wealthy, and not a stereotype FBI character) written by Douglas Preston and Lincoln Child and books by Nelson DeMille. I suggest that you start with The Cabinet of Curiosities and The Lion';s Game (by the aforementioned authors respectively).
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- 04-01-09
Can't go wrong with Connelly
This book takes you on an emotional and suspenseful rollercoaster. Just when you think you have things figured out you're thrown through a loop. I have read all of Connelly's books on all his character series and Bloodwork is one of my favorites. You have an ex-FBI agent conducting his own investigation by his own rules and a genuinely original reason for doing so (don'ty want to spoil it for those who haven't heard it yet).
In addition, Dick Hill is one of my favorite narrators because of the range of characters he can pull off.... women, hispanic, russian. I wish he narrated all of Connelly's books. You will not be disappointed in any way with Blood Work!
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Overall4 out of 5 stars
- Diane
- United States
- 10-19-09
Better than anticipated
Always like to guess who the murderer is. This book kept me guessing until the end. Would definitely recommend.
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- lindablue
- Salisbury, MD
- 08-16-09
Another winner
Some of Connelly's books are better than others. This is a really good listen. There are some new characters in this story and lots of exciting action. I believe tis is the only Connelly novel that has been made into a movie.
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
- Leon
- Cullman, AL, United States
- 07-12-09
5 stars only because 6 isn't an option.
The movie was pathetic. The book, amazing! Everything by Connelly is great and this is one of his best. Dick Hill is one of the best readers out there. I had this book when all you could get them on was cassette, and the truest test of a great audiobook is, would you buy it again to listen to it a second time. Money well spent. TWICE
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- R. Pontiflet
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- 02-15-14
Great Story and Excellent Narrator!
This is a great story with lots of suspense and tension. I am a Michael Connelly fan and like the break this FBI agent Terrell McCaleb story gives to the Bosch series. Connelly knows how to weave a wicked web! The performance by Dick Hill is outstanding!
I haven't read/listen to the "Narrows" yet, but the story about McCaleb continues there. The preview that I heard sounded like another great Connelly story and shows how he weaves his stories and characters so that you get to know the recurring characters and you develop a vested interest the stories and the characters as well. Recommend!
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What other book might you compare Blood Work to, and why?
I really enjoy Michael Connelly's Bosch book series, this is up there with them. His plotting is really clever and surprising as it is in the Bosch books. I still marginally prefer the character of Bosch as read by Dick Hill, but McAleb is a great character too.
What does Dick Hill bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you had only read the book?
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- Mark H
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I have only listened to four Michael Connelly novels and they were all excellent. Of the four, this is probably my favourite. It has a very good plot with a story line that is populated by realistic and well drawn characters. The pace is good and there are elements of suspense that work very well in an audible book. There are also twists and turns that keep you guessing. If you like entertaining thriller/suspense novels then you will enjoy this.
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- Tom
- 02-07-10
Very good thriller
This is rather different from Michael Connelly's other books, most of which feature the LAPD homicide detective Harry Bosch. The hero this time is a retired FBI agent who has had a heart transplant, and it is this fact around which the author weaves a typically well plotted, intriguing and exciting story, with a non-stop narrative momentum. A super thriller right up to Michael Connelly's impressively high and consistent standards. Very well narrated by Dick Hill. Strongly recommended, particularly if you like Michael Connelly.
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- 06-29-10
A compelling listen
Michael Connelly never disappoints. Brilliant characters, great plot. If this was a book it would be a page-turner... as an audio book it's a 'Don't interrupt me, I'm LISTENING!' sort of experience. The type that makes you sit in your car long after you've reached your destination just to hear a bit more.
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- R. Card
- 05-06-16
Very enjoyable
Any additional comments?
Having spent so much time recently listening about Harry Bosch and Mickey Haller recently, I wasn't sure I'd take to another character, but in fact I really warmed to this character very quickly. So I suppose it's not surprising really that I enjoyed this book very much and went on to buy the next one straight away...!
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- Odge
- 03-26-16
Held me to the end
One of my favourite Connelly stories. Beautifully crafted, thrilling yet credible, in settings that came alive.
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- Tommy rosvall
- 01-04-18
Brilliant book
it's a briliant book as always. Mickel know howe to white good books. love them
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- M. Whalley
- 01-29-17
Connelly at his best
I'm a long time fan of Connelly's Bosch series but it took me years to get round to this, I'm glad I finally did!
The narration is absolutely spot on, Dick Hill delivers on all levels.
The story is an absolute blast, with just enough twists to keep you really hooked without becoming tiresome to follow. The mystery is an interesting (if a little far fetched) concept and the payoff feels satisfying.
Pick it up if you are looking for a story that will have you guessing the whole way through, you won't regret it.
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- Sandra
- 12-31-16
Surprise!
Luckily I found out who ,last 6 mins missing from download so no ending . I was a little disappointed
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