First Grave on the Right

Charley Davidson, Book 1

By: Darynda Jones

Narrated by: Lorelei King

Length: 8 hrs and 58 mins

Publisher's summary

First Grave on the Right is the smashing, award-winning debut novel that introduces Charley Davidson: part-time private investigator and full-time Grim Reaper.

Charley sees dead people. That's right, she sees dead people. And it's her job to convince them to "go into the light." But when these very dead people have died under less than ideal circumstances (i.e., murder), sometimes they want Charley to bring the bad guys to justice. Complicating matters are the intensely hot dreams she's been having about an Entity who has been following her all her life...and it turns out he might not be dead after all. In fact, he might be something else entirely.

This is a thrilling debut novel from Darynda Jones, an exciting newcomer to the world of paranormal romantic suspense.

First Grave on the Right is the winner of the 2012 Rita Award for Best First Book.

Keep chilled: spend some more time with Charley Davidson.

©2011 Darynda Jones (P)2011 Macmillan Audio

Critic reviews

“Sexy, sassy . . . Jones's characters, both living and dead, are colorful and endearing. . . . Cheeky charm . . . sarcastic wit.” —The Associated Press

“Jones's wickedly witty debut will delight aficionados of such humorous paranormals as Casey Daniels's Pepper Martin Mysteries and Dakota Cassidy's Accidental Friends series.” —Booklist (starred review)

“Fast-talking Charley's wicked exuberance and lust for life will appeal to fans of MaryJanice Davidson and Janet Evanovich and maybe fill a hole for those mourning the recently canceled Ghost Whisperer.” —Publishers Weekly

Meh

Narrator is outstanding, I have always loved her. A little too much sex, a little too much I don’t know. I think I liked it the first time I listen to it, but not so much when I tried the second time.

Spectacular! Entertaining! Outstanding!

Loved the story, love the narrator. Haven't been this addicted since the Outlander series. Awesome!

A new author discovered

I was browsing looking for a new author. I have several books with Lorelei King as narrator and decided to give Darynda Jones a try. I only purchased First Grave. Before the book was completed, I purchased books 2 and 3 with my monthly credits. This is a fun book. I enjoyed the characters. It was fun discovering this author. As always I enjoy Lorelei King's narrations. I strongly recommend this book.

great theme

Where does First Grave on the Right rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Initially disconcerted by reader, then got caught up in the story. Great concept

What did you like best about this story?

The growing romantic relationship

What about Lorelei King’s performance did you like?

I like her voice, just associated her voice with other books

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

returned to this one quickly

love it love it love it

What made the experience of listening to First Grave on the Right the most enjoyable?

the characters are fleshed out and plots just out of normal range.

What other book might you compare First Grave on the Right to and why?

dare i say ALL of janet evanovich's books????

Have you listened to any of Lorelei King’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

lorelei king has a wonderful voice and uses it to best advantage in all she does.

LOVE!

I have listened to like 60 audiobooks in the last couple years and this is one of my favorites! Lorelei King is amazing and the writing style, right up my alley. Dark and sarcastic. Super excited to listen to the rest of the series!

I keep relistening to this series

Where does First Grave on the Right rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Top e of my 3 fav book series I can't pick between them

What did you like best about this story?

Everything can't pinpoint one thing. The writing the narration...

Which character – as performed by Lorelei King – was your favorite?

Charlie obviously.

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

LOL no idea

Any additional comments?

The new books can't come fast enough

Different

Interesting premise, good humor but sex scenes too long and unnecessary. Why do authors think they have to muck up a story with this stuff?

Sexy and Compelling

First, I have to say that I'm shocked this book has received over 5,000 reviews. That's unreal. It's wonderfully entertaining, as a good TV episode is entertaining, but it's not profound literature. Still, I wish I could rock a woman's boat like Reyes rocks Charlie's. Wow! In my dreams. Nonetheless, Jones is adept at subplots and keeping the reader turning pages. The concept is fresh (I think, though I haven't read this genre before) and the main character is well fleshed out. 5,000 ratings? Also in my dreams.

A good different

Love this series! I am listening for the 3rd time in the last 2 years. Lots of twists and turns. You don't always know what is coming and I love that. Too many books are like so many others or you already know what is going to happen without finishing it. Boring! This is not that kind of book. This author has such an awesome and relatable character base as Charlie and her friends take the cake. Personality wise she says out loud what we all just think. Hilarious and fun. Keeps you on your toes. Love this author and one of my favorite narrators. I highly recommend!