The Fallen Angel

By: David Hewson

Narrated by: Saul Reichlin

When British academic Malise Gabriel falls to his death from a Rome apartment, detective Nic Costa suspects more than a simple accident. Nic is sure Malise’s family are hiding vital information. As the investigation deepens, Rome’s seedy side is uncovered, revealing a web of deceit, treachery and corruption. The key to the truth lies with the Gabriels. Why are they so unwilling to co-operate, and who, or what, is the reason for their silence?©2011 David Hewson (P)2011 W F Howes Ltd

Fiction with references to 16th century noblewoman

What made the experience of listening to The Fallen Angel the most enjoyable?

Learning story of Beatrice Cenci

What did you like best about this story?

Feeling I was in Rome

Which scene was your favorite?

Didn't have one specifically

Any additional comments?

Will be buying more of David Hewson's books

Intricate Plot, Great Descriptions of Rome

David Hewson certainly knows Rome and his descriptions of the monuments in the novel together with the way he weaves them into the plot makes this book a joy to read. I've read all of his previous works and think this is the best. The characters have depth and are interesting in themselves.

Another enjoyable Hewson book

This is another enjoyable (if a little convoluted) Nic Costa book. The core of the story was a little overly complex at times, but I did enjoy seeing the development of the regular characters.

The only thing a really didn't like was there was no resolution between the Blue Demon and this book. I thought this would have covered a book by itself. Instead it was glossed over with a single paragraph, and that made me a little confused that I'd missed a book in the series.

But overall this was pretty good. If Audible has the earlier Nic Costa series available then I'd get them, but unfortunately I've come to the end of the series. So thank David Hewson; I just wish I could listen to the first half of the series.

Engaging story

Either my ear quickly adjusted to the reader, Saul Reichlin, or he quickly got into stride.The story was engaging and I was soon very much in Rome and being pulled in to the mystery of 'did he fall or was he pushed'. I have liked other David Hewson's books as they are certainly a little different in plot and setting. No exception here. My only problem is that I want to see a map of Rome showing the places, the roads mentioned. Rome is so old, and city is built upon city, that it makes a wonderful setting. As it is not so easy to hop on a plane and explore the city with 'new' eyes, I would like a small pdf file to go with his story. Well I really want to re visit Rome as a result of listening to Mr Hewson's stories.

Hewson's Best Yet

I've listened to all of Hewson's books and this is my favorite to date. The main characters (i.e. Nic Costa, etc.) are the same as in the previous books and the story is very well done. The descriptions of Rome and the inner turmoil of the cast of characters are, as usual, fabulous. The storyline kept me wondering the entire time...I won't reveal more about it so I don't ruin it for you. Saul Reichlin does a great job with the narration. If you are a Hewson fan, then this is a must listen !