The Final Target

By: Nora Roberts

Narrated by: January LaVoy

A young author becomes the object of a fan’s desire—and rage—in the gripping thriller by the #1 New York Times-bestselling author of Hidden Nature. This program is read by January LaVoy, seven-time Audie Award–winner, Grammy nominee and AudioFile Golden Voice.

He showed up at Arden Bowie’s debut author appearance with a copy of her novel and an eager smile. He showered her with compliments and got her autograph. Then he came to her next event. And the one after that.

Dustin was just an aspiring writer who wanted advice, Arden reassured herself. But after giving in to one of his incessant invitations and chatting with him over coffee, she discovered that ignoring her inner alarm bell had been a terrible mistake…

An introvert at heart, Arden had long craved solitude—but now, after a harrowing assault, she finds herself hiding behind locked doors and startling at every sound. And her relief at his imprisonment is tempered by anxiety when Dustin’s wealthy mother helps to get him a paltry five-year sentence at a psychiatric facility.

Arden decides to write a new story for herself, moving to a tiny Oregon town and befriending Gideon, an ex-LAPD detective. But while she learns to thrive, Dustin remains his delusional, twisted self, as fixated as ever and now seething with anger. He still believes Arden's purpose on earth is to serve and please him. And his job is to protect her. But who will protect her from him?

"Narrator January LaVoy draws listeners into this story...and captures the terror that Arden experiences as well as her journey toward regaining control." — Kirkus

A Macmillan Audio production from St. Martin’s Press

Critic reviews

"This romantic suspense is perfect for Roberts’s many fans, as well as avid readers of Lisa Gardner and Freida McFadden." —Library Journal

Amazing writing!

I binged it. 10/10. I don’t have enough good things to say. Nora Robert’s writing as usual flows beautifully and makes these long suspense books easy to binge read. I was hooked from the start.

So Golden!

When you mix another fantastic book read by the golden voice you’re guaranteed to enjoy every minute, and I did! Thank you Ms Roberts and Ms LaVoy my favorite duo!
I enjoyed our heroine moving around to find her “place” and so much better that she didn’t move to easy locations with family on the next block. While she navigated making new friends and connections, she honed her strength. Proud, strong, capable. She can do it!
P.S. Is it odd that I’d like to read Arden’s books too?

Enjoyed audible

With a busy life schedule Audible is my go to. First Nora Robert’s book I have listened to and really enjoyed it.

A must read

I couldn’t stop listening I am a Nora Robert’s fan for many years she never disappoints.

Perfect Team...

January Lavoy and Nora Roberts are the best thing since sliced sourdough bread! Ms. Nora, keeps you engaged. The anticipation of what's going to happen next makes it difficult to hit the pause button. And the amazing talent of Ms. January puts you right there, in all action. I Love it! I absolutely love it! Team Work!!!