Don't Let Go

By: Harlan Coben

Narrated by: Steven Weber

Length: 8 hrs and 42 mins

Publisher's summary

FROM THE BESTSELLING AUTHOR AND CREATOR OF THE HIT NETFLIX DRAMA THE STRANGER

With unmatched suspense and emotional insight, Harlan Coben explores the big secrets and little lies that can destroy a relationship, a family, and even a town in this powerful new thriller.

Suburban New Jersey Detective Napoleon “Nap” Dumas hasn't been the same since senior year of high school, when his twin brother Leo and Leo’s girlfriend Diana were found dead on the railroad tracks - and Maura, the girl Nap considered the love of his life, broke up with him and disappeared without explanation. For fifteen years, Nap has been searching, both for Maura and for the real reason behind his brother's death. And now, it looks as though he may finally find what he's been looking for.

When Maura's fingerprints turn up in the rental car of a suspected murderer, Nap embarks on a quest for answers that only leads to more questions - about the woman he loved, about the childhood friends he thought he knew, about the abandoned military base near where he grew up, and mostly about Leo and Diana - whose deaths are darker and far more sinister than Nap ever dared imagine.

©2017 Harlan Coben (P)2017 Brilliance Publishing, Inc., all rights reserved.

Critic reviews

"Steven Weber is an exceptional narrator.... Weber's pleasant, fluid reading becomes more dramatic as the action intensifies. His portrayal of Nap is endearing and witty as he expresses heartbreak, stubbornness, and a desire for revenge. With a fast-paced performance, Weber delivers the sharp dialogue and straightforward writing style of this mystery." (AudioFile)

A great writer with a so-so plot. Well-narrated.

The popularity and appreciation of a strong majority of readers is reflected in the number (260+) and average quality of ratings (4.5) here only a week after the release of this book. My rating is more like 3.5 (7/10), which is like a B+.

Steve Weber does a fine job; he doesn't even try to give voice to female characters, but he does a good job with the males, especially with the protagonist, Nap Dumas, who is supposedly telling the story.

Coben's writing is tight, snappy, and terse; no question he is a good writer. His characters are interesting and, in particular, I found Nap to be a believable character. To the extent that my enthusiasm is restrained, it is because of the plot. I found the ultimate resolution far more believable than many of the intermediate episodes. To say more would be to reveal too much. I didn't guess the outcome, which is outrageous but not entirely beyond the realm of possibility.

Wow! Who knew???

This is one of Harlan Coben’s best yet!! Harlan is at the top of his game. The story started off slow then it just takes off. I couldn’t stop listening and finished the story in one night. The ending blew me away. This story is a must read or listen. All I can say is WOW!

Great Story and Storytelling

Harlan Coben weaves a heck of a story with Don't Let Go. Steven Weber is equally impressive with his narration of all the characters in this great murder mystery novel. I'm a fan.

Twist

I love Coban's style, his humor.
End took me by surprise. The narrator is one of my favorites.

Harlan Coben doesn't disappoint!

Another great thriller from Harlan Coben. The mystery and twists are great.
I love the cameos of former characters like Myron Bolitar and Lauren Muse!

Couldn’t stop listening!

Listen in one sitting. Great story! Engrossing story that kept me guessing. Satisfying ending. Enjoyable.

Driveway book

So good I would stay in the driveway to finish a chapter. I listen while driving or walking.

Best ever

Great story and reading! Interesting and exciting. Wanted it to continue longer. Very well voiced.

Very good

While it’s not my favorite Harlan Coben book, I did enjoy it. The story seemed like a bit of a stretch, but I liked the characters and I loved the Myron cameo! Now if he can just get Win in there! Excellent narration as usual.

Phenomenal!

This was my very first audiobook and now, I’m officially hooked!

I’ve read another novel from Harlan Conan, entitled “Tell No One”, that sparked my interest in mystery novels. “Don’t Let Go” is a gripping story of a man who just wants to make peace with his past, but must endure the pain and suffer the consequences to get ease his state of mind.

Stephen Webber narrated this novel perfectly and with much enthusiasm, creating distinct voices for every character involved and I was truly impressed.

Great novel, and excellent narrator! I’d give this 6 stars if I could!