Shooting at Shadows

De: Forest McMullin

Narrado por: Ladon Reid

A photograph can tell the truth. It can also get you killed.

Ethan McGuire’s relentless pursuit of explosive stories has cost him his family, his integrity, and now–possibly–his life. While documenting the rise of white supremacist movements in Western New York, Ethan encounters a world of neo-Nazis, heavily armed survivalists, rogue FBI agents, and violent criminals, all with something to hide. But when a crew of ruthless bank robbers starts hunting him for photos he doesn’t even know he has, the stakes turn deadly.

As his enemies close in and his family becomes a target, Ethan must expose the truth–before it buries him.

Shooting at Shadows is a relentless thriller and chilling cautionary tale, inspired by the author’s real-life experiences as a photojournalist. It exposes the darkness lurking beneath the surface of American extremism–and the cost of bringing it to light.

©2025 Forest McMullin (P)2025 Forest McMullin

Reseñas de la Crítica

"One hopes that McMullin has further adventures planned for his unlikely hero." –Kirkus Reviews

Engaging

Ethan McGuire’s obsession with chasing explosive stories has already cost him his family and integrity—and may now cost him his life. While documenting white supremacist movements in Western New York, he’s pulled into a dangerous web of neo-Nazis, armed survivalists, rogue agents, and criminals, only to become the target of ruthless bank robbers hunting photos he didn’t know he had. Shooting at Shadows is a relentless, fact-inspired thriller that exposes the hidden violence of American extremism and the steep personal price of revealing the truth.

The author, Forest McMullin, demonstrates a strong command of character and realism, crafting Ethan McGuire (the main character) as a deeply human protagonist whose flaws and misjudgments feel authentic rather than contrived. Each supporting character is fully realized and meaningfully contributes to the progression of the story. The narrative unfolds with steady momentum, guided by sharp journalistic insight and convincingly detailed use of photography that actively drives the plot forward. McMullin builds toward a powerful and unsettling conclusion that feels startlingly real, reflecting the tensions and fractures of today’s political and social landscape.

The narrator, Ladon Reid, delivers a compelling narration that honors the author’s characters and remains true to the heart of the story. His distinct character voices and controlled delivery sustain the tension throughout, reinforcing the intensity of the unfolding drama. Reid maintains a steady, engaging pace, and his treatment of the more descriptive passages—particularly those involving photography—keeps the listener fully immersed and invested in the narrative.

Overall, this is an engaging, well-written audiobook further enhanced by a talented narrator.

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