Devious Web

A Novel

De: Shelley Grandy

Narrado por: Justin Smallbridge

Gone Girl's twists, The Social Network’s scheming, and Agatha Christie’s detective sleuthing coalesce in this suspenseful mystery fiction novel set in Toronto in a mid-pandemic business environment.

When Tom Oliver, a successful Canadian entrepreneur, is offered millions from a Silicon Valley company for his data analytics business, he believes his only challenges as he considers the offer will be deciding on next steps for his company and reconciling with his aloof wife. What could possibly go wrong? Things escalate quickly when Tom is targeted by an unknown perpetrator and his inner circle of family and colleagues comes under scrutiny. Tom’s friend, homicide detective Jason Liu, strives to keep Tom safe while he investigates to find the truth. Who would want to murder a well-liked tech CEO at the top of his game, and why?

A progression of intriguing plot twists takes this bingeworthy thriller through business, politics, social media, interpersonal relationships, and even equestrian scenarios. If you were enthralled watching "Suits" and "Succession", you'll enjoy the high suspense, fast pace, and unexpected plot twists of this compelling audiobook.

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An entertaining read

A thrilling and suspenseful techy murder mystery with a colorful international cast and exciting twists that leave you riveted until the end.

Devious Web

Devious Web is a wonderful debut for talented author, Shelley Grandy. I do have to admit that it took a couple of chapters in to get into it. It started off rather slow but suddenly it was non stop from there. I enjoyed reading this thrilling piece of fiction that often kept me on the edge of my seat. There were a lot of twists and turns that I found to be unpredictable. I was often wondering what could possibly happen next from scene to scene. Just when I felt I had the mystery solved something else occurs and had to make another guess. Overall, I thought it was a great suspense filled novel and was honored to have the opportunity to give it a read.

I had the pleasure in listening to the audio version of Devious Web. I enjoyed hearing the narrator, Justin Smallbridge. Their performance and voice really brought this novel and scenes to life. It waw a perfect addition to the book. I did not want to press stop and wanted to continue to listen on.

I am going to give Devious Web four and a half stars. I believe that readers who love book genres of suspense and thriller fiction. I would be interested in reading more from Shelley Grandy in the future.

I received a audio version of Shelley Grandy's Devious Web from the publisher, but was not required to write a positive review. This review is one hundred percent my own honest opinion.

It Had to Be an Accident. Everyone Loved Tom!(?)

When Tom Oliver, the CEO of a data analytics company on the verse of a multi-million-dollar acquisition is reported dead after a tragic fall while horseback riding, family, friends and fellow researchers are stunned. Tom was an expert horseman, riding his prize companion of more than 10 years on a familiar track, yet no one questioned the supposed accident. Why not? Secrets abound in Devious Web.

This is a fast paced, mesmerizing read with elements of suspense, drama, romance and exploitation. Shelley Grandy has provided a full array of characters to love, hate, admire and a few to totally and morally deplore. Oh well, you get the picture. I thoroughly enjoyed this book, and I commend Justin Smallbridge for his excellent performance. He kept the story moving and beautifully embodied the emotion and perspective of the characters and plot.