Expect Trouble

An Operation Delphi Novel

By: JoAnn Smith Ainsworth

Narrated by: Becky Parker

US WAVES Lieutenant Livvy Delacourt doesn't know just what to expect, but she knows to expect trouble.

Finally free to use her clairvoyant powers, she jumps in with both feet when Uncle Sam recruits her to hunt down Nazi spies. But will a trail of trouble land her into the arms of the Grim Reaper?

©2016 JoAnn Smith Ainsworth (P)2017 JoAnn Smith Ainsworth

Love this book!

Claire Bounce 2019 meets 1940s . I think they should have known Gwyn's character earlier. I adored every character in this book. Just wish there were an romantic interest between Libby and the Commander.

Can't wait for the next one!

Loved this novel on audio, WWII period piece, great character development, left me wanting more!

Verty Creative

A bit slow starting as the characters were being developed. The body was great. I was captivated by the well organized story and the setting. My sister's name is Gwen and I thought it odd to have such a villant. Overall I was impressed and enjoyed the book emisley. Keep it up!

WWII + paranormal = entertaining story

Would you try another book from JoAnn Smith Ainsworth and/or Becky Parker?
Yes.

Was Expect Trouble worth the listening time?
Yes.

Any additional comments?
Background. I bought and read the 2014/first edition/Kindle version the same year it came out. Loved it! I have now listened to the 2017 audio edition - which I got for free in exchange for an updated review. Short review: once again I loved it! Longer review below.

Storyline. The mix of WWII and paranormal reminded me of Dean Koontz's Lighting.

Writing. Ainsworth's style reminded me of Sue Grafton. Slow at first, detail-oriented, and fast-paced finish.

An example of great detail includes Livvy saying she doesn't read German in chapter 37. I would have rolled my eyes/clenched my teeth if Ainsworth had written "speak" instead of "read." Very important detail!

Character arc is very good. My favorite is Trey. Example from chapter 29:

"'I'll keep my fingers crossed.' How ridiculous did that sound? No engineer solved a problem by crossing his fingers."

Audio narration. This is the first audio book I have listened to - and it won't be the last!

The changes of voice between the narration of the story itself and characters speaking/thinking are excellent! The audio version matches the novel's WWII era - think Roosevelt's fireside chats.

Bonus of audio: I learned how to correctly pronounce sieve and Smyth!