The Search

By: Nora Roberts

Narrated by: Tanya Eby

Length: 14 hrs and 54 mins

Publisher's summary

A canine Search and Rescue volunteer fights danger and finds love in the Pacific Northwest wilderness in this riveting #1 New York Times bestseller from Nora Roberts.

To most people, Fiona Bristow seems to have an idyllic life - a quaint house on an island off Seattle’s coast, a thriving dog-training school and a challenging volunteer job performing Canine Search and Rescue. But Fiona got to this point by surviving a nightmare: an encounter with the Red Scarf Killer, who shot and killed Fiona’s cop fiancé and his K-9 partner.

On Orcas Island, Fiona has found the peace and solitude necessary to rebuild her life with her three loyal Labs. But all that changes on the day intensely private wood artist Simon Doyle barrels up her drive with an out-of-control puppy, desperate for her help.

As Fiona embarks on training Jaws, and Simon begins to appreciate both dog and trainer, the past tears back into Fiona’s life. A copycat killer has emerged out of the shadows, a man whose bloodlust has been channeled by a master with one motive: to reclaim the woman who slipped out of his hands...

©2010 by Nora Roberts. (P)2010 Brilliance Audio, all rights reserved.

Critic reviews

"[T]he romance is finely done, with Roberts's trademark banter lighting up the page. Fiona and Simon are the main attraction, but the setting and the supporting characters - with paws and without - provide a vivid backdrop." (Publishers Weekly)

“Search-and-rescue dogs are a focal point of this wonderful tale of love and adventure. Roberts has a marvelous ability to blend in the perfect amounts of character drama, realistic romance and chilling suspense. The result - an unputdownable read! Roberts again proves why her name is synonymous with excellence.” (RT Book Reviews)

“Strong romantic suspense.... The serial killer subplot is not new, as the copycat has been done before, but Nora Roberts makes it seem fresh with her incredible writing skill as she uses the Search and Rescue canines as key elements in the exciting story line. Readers will enjoy Ms. Roberts’ entertaining Puget Sound thriller.” (Midwest Book Review)

I liked the listen

I almost did not get this book due to another review that said you must like dogs to enjoy the book. Very untrue! As long as you like her other mysteries you will love this one. It helps to like animals but it isn't a deal breaker. Ms. Roberts hit the target again and has not disappointed her fans.

Outstanding!! Roberts at her very best!

I totally loved this book! Simon and Fiona are delightful and the dogs adorable. The plot was interesting and the Search and Rescue team adding a unique element. Roberts proves again that she is in a class all her own. I highly recommend this one folks.

GREAT BOOK

I loved this book. I read the views and they seemed mixed so I almost didn't even give this book a try. I've read a lot of Nora Roberts books and am a big fan. This book had more than the typical Nora Robert's book. It had lots of action and suspense. I am a dog lover and actually have a golden retriever puppy so I can relate to the dog training parts. I would recommend this book.

Sucker for dogs

I'm not a big Nora Roberts fan, but I really enjoyed this because of the dogs. Got some good training reminders for my pooch. Found the rest of it light and fun.

Wrong presentation of sexuality

Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not?

No. The story tells people it is ok to jump in bed with the opposite sex without even knowing the person well. That is absolutely immoral.

Would you ever listen to anything by Nora Roberts again?

Don't know.

Which scene was your favorite?

Don't know. I don't pick favorite scenes.

Do you think The Search needs a follow-up book? Why or why not?

No. What would a follow-up be? Another killer on the loose?

Any additional comments?

We need stories that uphold good moral values.

Rescue Teams and Dogs, Thank you for Your Service

This is a good story by author. Like Chasing Fire, Ms Robert can take a subject she is interested in and turn it onto a good selling book. Ms Robert’s does not do cookie cutter style books. Like “Forest said, you never know what you are gonna get”. Our hero is a big departure from author’s usual good natured guy. Every so often author makes our hero a bit off the beaten path. Note: author is no prude and neither am l but this book had so much more cursing that l noticed the big increase.
Were my comments of help?

Wow! Great book

Great book! Loved the narration, loved the story and my love of dogs made it even better.

First class.

Outstanding story and well developed characters. Felt like a well written movie. Quite exciting and loved the dogs. Enjoyed learning about search and rescue.

Outstanding

This is one creative,outstanding book and writer. Can,t wait to get more of her books. J R McCoy

The Search

Enjoyed the audible very much and my wife and I want to thank you, good job, keep up the great work.