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Publisher's Summary
He's a serial killer. A murderer of young women, all killed in brutal attacks.
But despite Hamish Wolfe's conviction, he's always stuck to his story - he's innocent, and he's been wrongly imprisoned. And now he wants someone to investigate and, more importantly, to write his story.
Maggie Rose is a notorious defense attorney and writer whose specialty is getting convictions overturned. At first Maggie is reluctant to even acknowledge Hamish's requests to meet, ignoring his letters. But this is a very charismatic and persuasive man, good looking and intelligent.
Eventually even she can't resist his lure.
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- Andrea Hern
- REDDING, CA, US
- 03-09-17
Couldn't stop listening!
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
This was amazing. I can't risk giving anything away, but as an avid listener of books in my life there are few that I will remember for the rest of my life. This one I will remember.
Had me give up in all things in my day just so I could finish listening to the story. Edge of my seat all the way!
What did you like best about this story?
I loved the characters. The teasing out of details. The organization of the story and the way they dished out each clue. Wonderful
Which scene was your favorite?
Too many to count. I can't believe I have never listened to this authors books before. That's going to change, I can't wait to find her next book.
Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
The ending. When things could have gone 4 different ways. I was soooo tense waiting to see what was going to happen next!
Any additional comments?
I'm one of those 300 books a year kinda gal. If I give 5 stars u really need to consider reading eat. That didn't sound as nice as I thought it would. Lol. Just give it a try ! If it ends up great and u liked it, let me know! Share some good ones with me!☺️
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
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Overall4 out of 5 stars
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Performance4 out of 5 stars
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- Donna
- 09-22-16
Fascinating
My first Bolton mystery. It is just excellent: tightly plotted, well drawn characters and very hard to not listen to in one sitting. It's perfect for a snowy weekend.
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
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Overall2 out of 5 stars
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Performance4 out of 5 stars
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Story2 out of 5 stars
- Ruth
- Fort Collins, Colorado
- 01-08-17
Not my favorite Bolton
Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not?
No. Would recommend others though. Similar to another reviewer, i was drawn into this story until then last few chapters which I found impposible to believe. The attempt at irony failed miserably.
Would you recommend Daisy in Chains to your friends? Why or why not?
Same question. See above. When writing a mystery there's a trust or a bargain created between reader and author. Rather felt used and had my time wasted. There was a whole backstory completely hidden.
Which character – as performed by Antonia Beamish – was your favorite?
None. Nothing to do with Antonia Beamish's performance. In the end no one was likable.
If this book were a movie would you go see it?
No.
Any additional comments?
A waste of an opportunity.
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
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Overall4 out of 5 stars
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- teri
- 12-28-16
A bit hard to believe
It was a great story until about the last six to eight chapters. Then it became excelerated and rather hard to see as credible. Enjoyed it in spite of the rather hard to buy ending
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
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- Susan
- 10-06-16
exciting
sharon bolton sure can write an exciting and suspenseful tale,
i couldnt wait to get home from work and listen,
a reallt enjoyable listen
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
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- Nikole
- 09-24-16
Well written plot and captivating narrator!
Great listen! I was immediately engaged and finished in just two listens. Great ending with awesome narration!
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
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- The Dark Side
- 03-12-18
Daisy in Chains
I really loved this book ! It had one of the most original story ideas I’d heard in a long time .
A lot of suspense . And several logical plot twists . The story flew by for me . Very enjoyable little book .
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- Edward
- 07-16-17
who-dun-it
A great game of cat and mouse. For 95 chapters it was captivating. However, the author failed to delivering the ending the book deserved.
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- Kindle Customerttt
- 02-28-17
First Class Psychological Thriller
Interesting characters and a plot that keeps you guessing. I could't stop listening. Highly recommended.
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- Megan Brennhofer
- Minnesota
- 08-17-17
Great mystery with complex details
I thoroughly enjoyed this audiobook. I got it on a credit sale and I wasn't expecting much, but the mystery was complex enough that even though I thought I had it figured out, I didn't.
It also offers an interesting look at society's view of female body weight which I wasn't expecting. It was nuanced throughout the novel and I wasn't totally satisfied with the final take on the issue, but I enjoyed seeing it through different lens.
My main issue is that the novel switches formats from letters and emails and back to normal novelization. It's not a knock on the narration, I assume any novel that does this had trouble in an audio format. It didn't take away from my enjoyment once I was used to it.
All in all, a great book. I'm going to check out her other books now too!
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