Lilac Lane

Stutter Creek, Book 2

De: Ann Swann

Narrado por: Mindy Grall

Ella and her son survived her ex-husband's drunken wrath. They are starting a new life in a new town, Stutter Creek. She's even met a real man. A gentle wildlife biologist named Chet Boone. But now, her ex has been released from prison early. Is that him driving past their new house late at night? Is he the one causing the strange sounds and flickering lights? Can they survive a second round with a madman?

©2014 Ann Swann (P)2016 Ann Swann

Five Star Read

Lilac Lane: Stutter Creek by Ann Swain

5 Star Read!!!
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I listened to this book on Audible and enjoyed it. I enjoyed both the story line and the narrator! This book tells a story of a woman starting over, the mysteries of her new house, the chance of a new romance and an ex she doesn't want anywhere near here. The story line is creative and keeps the readers guessing! I expected a different ending only to be surprised and thrilled at the way it ends.


Reviewed by Prisca's Promo Group

Cozy Town with Suspenseful Story

I loved all the characters. Well some I loved to hated. Lol. But they were all well developed. And who wouldn't love to live in this nice cozy little Town? This wasn't an action packed read but more of getting to know the town and about all the things going on. It was nice and peaceful feeling to listen to. The things going on at night in the heroine's house were scary. At times I would get so mad at her. I felt like she should've tried to do more by involving the police further. But maybe that's just because my hubby is in law enforcement. I guess moving somewhere and not knowing anyone would make me hesitant. Especially with what this poor lady has been through. Omg, the ending was superb! I thought I would have to pull off the road my knuckles were turning white from my grip on steering wheel. I liked the narrator but the way she pronounced certain words drove me crazy lol. She has a really nice voice though.

Creepy!

What made the experience of listening to Lilac Lane the most enjoyable?

I really enjoy a good scare, but I don't always like to be inundated with gore. This series is spooky, but not too terrifying, and not at all bloody.

What other book might you compare Lilac Lane to and why?

Scarier than Poe, but not nearly as terrifying as King, a nice happy medium. If you could qualify a book as a "cozy thriller", this would be an apt description.

What about Mindy Grall’s performance did you like?

She's a very talented voice actress. None of her characters seemed forced, and the rhythm and cadence of her voice is easy to fall into.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

Sometimes a fresh start ends badly....

Any additional comments?

I received this book for free, from the author, in exchange for an honest review.

Another wild heartstopping ride with suspense

This story just tore me up from the abuse to the emotions the author brings to the table as well as the romance of a new love and learning to trust all over again. There are many ways to abuse someone and this family has them all. I wanted so much to reach in and pull mother and child out of this book just to give them a breather from the hateful man they called husband and father. There is so much chilling suspense my heart stopped a few times. There is also lots of humor, smiles and laughs but don’t let that fool you danger is all around with bumps in the nights and no explanation to be found. Could it be animals building a nest or is there much more that could lead to death, deduction and fear. A compelling listen that leaves you holding on to the edge.

Ms. Grall is a very talented narrator grabbing your attention and keeping it as she uses her voice to tell a story of death, confusion and danger. She kept me spellbound from the first page giving an audio that sucked me. You can hear the sorrow, fear, humor, excitement and danger in her voice as she uses tones to really give you the layout of everything that is going on around you. She truly made me feel like I was there as each scene unfolds keeping me on the edge waiting to see what was in store for me. Her characters voices are outstanding her performance even better. You have no trouble knowing who is talking or just what they are feeling. Her female and male voices are wonderful from sexy, loving, sad, fear, excited to downright evil tones that you have no trouble feeling. I had no trouble picturing the scenes in my mind and feeling the fear of the unknown as the narrator takes me on a ride that holds my attention. There were no background noises or any place where the volume was higher or lower , there are no repeating of words just a wonderful clear audio I got lost in. Each chapter was full of danger, thrills and even a few chills that the narrator pulled off with no problem along with humor, love, caring as this family starts over. I could not tell if any breaks were taken it was just one highly entertaining audio that I truly got lost in. This is one narrator that knows how to pull you in letting your mind take over feeling all the emotions the author wants you to feel. I just loved this audio and plan to listen to it again.

The author really knows how to pull the reader in giving an exciting, thrilling, dangerous read that holds your attention. She sucked me in from the first page until the last. Her writing style is different as she lays out the hurt and pain along with a new budding romance with just the right amount of uncertainly that really hits you right in the heart. There were times my heart broke, others when I smiled and even chuckled as well as times I held my breath and started talking to the characters. There is a little mystery as well as things that are overlooked by the characters which really add to the story. I had no trouble feeling the characters doubts, uneasiness, fears and joys. Ella and Chet each carries baggy that gets in the way of a budding would be romance. Both are caught in the past for good reason and both will have to deal with these issues and learn to trust again.

The hanging on the edge suspense is outstanding as well as the chilling plot of a mad man that feels he was wrong. There is mystery of a past no one would ever have dreamed of as well as a wonderful buildup of fear that you the read will feel. Heart stopping thrilling that sucks you in as well as humor, laughs and wonderful surprises that keep you smiling. This is an author that has no trouble taking you away making the scenes play over and over in your head making you jump at every noise you might hear. I was hooked from the first page until the end. I can’t wait until the next one in this series comes out. What a wonderful suspenseful thrilling ride I could not put down. You are so going to love this.

Women we are stronger than we think.

Where does Lilac Lane rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Top 75% of the books I have listened to so far.

Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?

No it did not I kind of figured it out as I read along. But it was exciting.

What does Mindy Grall bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

She brings excitement and questioning as to what will happen next.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

When Ella's son becomes the man of the house.