Dead Men Walking

Nate & Clare, Book 2

By: Kwen Griffeth

Narrated by: Paul J McSorley

Length: 10 hrs and 18 mins

Publisher's summary

There was no doubt the man was dead. A bullet through the head will do that. But, who was dead? The man had no identification, no known address, no Social Security information could be found, and the fingerprint search came up empty.

Detective Nate Burns, Albuquerque Police Department, knew two things. The man was dead and he was blood type O+. The most common type of blood in the country.

Dead Men Walking, is a fast paced police drama that tells the story of Detective Nate Burns, a man haunted by his past. That haunting has suddenly appeared in the present.

His Captain wants him fired.

A friend is calling in a favor.

A convict wants to make a bargain

His wife is thinking of divorce.

It's a good thing he's serving a suspension. He'll find time to work all this out.

Dead Men Walking, is the follow-up to the award-winning, first Nate and Clare novel, The Tenth Nail. The story continues with Nate being assigned to a most difficult case. At the same time, he is trying to salvage his marriage, and since his wife, Clare, has returned to college, he must make sure he is not late picking up his daughter from her summer reading class.

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Gripping Story, Awesome Narration!

I was pulled into this book by Kwen Griffeth. This is a follow-up to The Tenth Nail, with continuation of Nate and Claire's relationship. The book has highs and lows in their relationship and cameo appearances by characters from the first book. Some secrets are revealed. This book is a standalone listen and part of a series. The story has some emotional scenes, some humor, and redemption. The narration by Paul J McSorley was spot on perfect. He adds the right emotions, gravity, and distinguishable characters. I will definitely listen to more books by this author and narrator.

A non-formulaic mystery

This is a more character-driven mystery than average. Nate seems like a bit of a bully, but some rationale for his behavior is disclosed in this story.

Paul J McSorley seems to have toned down the drama in his performance just a little and has given the characters distinctive and appropriate voices, although performing Nate's daughters is a real stretch for him.

Speaking of Nate's daughters, they needed to be more fully developed as characters. It's good that they played a part in the story, but we didn't really get to know them.

Interestingly, the mystery doesn't seem formulaic. Unfortunately, some important details of the story are glossed over or omitted altogether. Still, it's engaging with a satisfying ending.

NOTE: I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.

Another winner. More in this Nate and Clare series, please.

This listener is once again extremely satisfied with a suspenseful thriller from Kwen Griffith and Paul J. McSorely, following a truly loving couple, Nate and a Clare, as they struggle through some difficult personal issues as Nate investigates a mysterious and somewhat suspicious
case. A taut storyline by Griffeth, along with unusual and quirky characters brought to life with McSorley’s brilliant and skillful vocal talent. As far as I am concerned, he could read the dictionary to me. I admire his deep and sexy voice. Thank you to both author and narrator for another Nate and Clare winner. Extremely Highly Recommended. Well worth the credit.

Another Great Read from Kwen D. Griffeth

What did you love best about Dead Men Walking?

The surprise ending. Plus, the interactions of the characters in the novel are true to life and not over dramatized.

What did you like best about this story?

I like the journey the author takes his protagonist on. It is a bumpy ride of self discovery and realization of who he really is and why those closest to him are important.

Have you listened to any of Paul J McSorley’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

As always, Paul J. McSorley does an excellent job with this story. I really enjoy his work and have listened to several of his productions. Well done, Mr. McSorley.

Any additional comments?

I highly recommend the Nate and Claire series by Kwen D. Griffeth. He is an accomplished writer who is producing a varied body of work and just now hitting his stride. Can't wait for the next Nate and Claire story.

Very good book!

The storyline to this book is great. The narrator does a good job of telling the story. I would recommend this book to anyone A+++

5* All the Way

It is a great read/listen. Second book in the series, storyline even stronger than book 1, Nate and Claire become real people in this book combined with a first rate detective mystery/thriller.
Paul J McSorley bring Nate to life - I can't imagine anyone else as Nate.
The writing of the author and the narration paired together seamlessly.
I recieved a free copy of this audiobook at my request and voluntarily leave this review.

I highly recommend this book, and also recommend any of the author other works. They are all good reads.

Like visiting with old friends

Dead Men Walking Nate & Clare, Book 2

By: Kwen Griffeth Narrated by: Paul J McSorley

This book is like visiting with old friends . I enjoyed hearing more of Nate and Clare’s story. I loved this couple from the beginning; and now I love them even more. Clare learns Nate secret as Nate works on another mystery with his old friends, as well as a few new characters.

Still grieving the loss of his old partner, he finally starts therapy and begins to open up and his journey of self discovery reveals so many more surprising secrets. I recommend you read this book so you’ll be as shocked as I was.

I love these characters, their stories and this series. I can’t wait to hear more! This is a Huge 4 ½ star book!

Old Demons come to the surface.

A fantastic audio book from Kwen D. Griffeth. This is a follow-up to “Tenth Nail” and Nate is struggling with his suspension from the force. He is required to see a psychiatrist for 8 visits before this suspension will be lifted. Claire and Nate are also struggling with their marriage due to Nate’s infidelity and anger issues.
Nate is asked to help his friend Jack look into a murder of an unknown man and while working on the case and struggling to keep his marriage together, Nate finally gets in touch with emotions. We learn the truth about old wounds and demons.
Paul J McSorley once again did an excellent job or narrating this book.
I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.

Couldn't put it down

I loved this book! I couldn't put it down. The story king is great the connections with the characters was amazing and of course I'm left wanting more! The narrators voice I can't get enough of! Would recommend over and over! It warmed my heart the connect between the main character and his wife and of course at the end I was crying!!

4

I learned more about the detective's personal life than I'm used to finding in a mystery. It's a slow moving story with lots of detail. It is engrossing, though, and worth sticking with.... the end is excellent. Although the setting is New Mexico, everyone seems to guzzle hot coffee :-)