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  • The Seventh Victim

  • By: Mary Burton
  • Narrated by: Johanna Parker
  • Length: 9 hrs and 44 mins
  • 4.4 out of 5 stars (2,072 ratings)

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The Seventh Victim

By: Mary Burton
Narrated by: Johanna Parker
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Publisher's summary

It's been seven years since the Seattle Strangler terrorized the city. His victims were all young, pretty, their lifeless bodies found wrapped in a home-sewn white dress. But there was one who miraculously escaped death, just before the Strangler disappeared.

Lara Church has only hazy memories of her long-ago attack. What she does have is a home in Austin, a job, and a chance at a normal life at last. Then Texas Ranger James Beck arrives on her doorstep with shattering news: The Strangler is back. And this time, he's in Austin.

He's always craved her, even as he killed the others. For so long he's been waiting to unleash the beast within. And this time, he'll prove he holds her life in his hands - right before he ends it forever....

©2013 Mary Burton (P)2013 Tantor

Critic reviews

"Best-seller Burton ( Before She Dies) delivers action-packed tension as a cold case becomes new again...a compelling romantic thriller." ( Publishers Weekly)

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Great Story with Great Narrator!

Very entertaining with plenty of suspense! The story kept me listening anxiously all the way through, anticipating what would happen next. And when you think you have it figured out, events occur to make you reconsider. Purchased when I saw Johanna Parker narrated. She's one of my top favorites and she does a wonderful job!

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REALLY AWESOME!!!

This was one of the most enjoyable Serial Killer Thrillers. that I have read. The narration is great , and the Author, Mary Burton, did a spectacular and intriguing job of creating tension, crafting characters, blending in twists, and bringing them all together in a climax stretched with a wonderfully sensual pause. I look forward to listening to more Mary Burton books!!!

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Narration felt rushed

I really like this author and listen to audible books on a regular basis. The narration was very fast. I noticed right away and couldn’t get into the book like usually due to how fast she was reading. Tried to use the app to slow the pace and that slowed it down too much. No happy medium.

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All but narrator

Great story, well written but the narrator was a challenge. She did great with conversations but the rest was her seeming to hurry through with the same cadence in every sentence. This made it hard for me. I felt like she was trying to finish as fast as she could.

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Great Book

I thought it was just an ok story until the end. I thought I had it figured out.

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Really good

Unpredictable ending. Great narration. Wonderful writing. Definitely worth your time and money. I will continue listening to Mary Burton.

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Unlucky Seven

It has been seven years since a young girl has turned up strangled and put in a home sewn white dress. It seems like the Seattle Strangler is following Lara Church (the victim who got away) from Seattle to Austin, what is the reason? Will the Texas Rangers be able to catch him before he tries to kill Lara again? The mystery and suspense will keep you on the edge of your seat in this book. This was a great book to listen to, if you like mystery and suspense as I do this book is for you.

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In my top 10!

Definitely in my top 10 favorite books! Always keeps you guessing. The ending is just wow, crazy good!

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Double Danger

Predictable and unpredictable.The story starts with a horrifying attack,taking the listener through all the clues bringing you to one predictable conclusion,but then turns it all upside down with the unexpected twist towards the end.I’ve heard this narrator before and I have to say,she’s improved.

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surprise

love this book. did not see the ending coming. Think I may have found a new favorite author

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