The Seventh Victim

By: Mary Burton

Narrated by: Johanna Parker

Length: 9 hrs and 44 mins

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)

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!

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!!!

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.

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.

Great Book

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

Really good

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

Predictable

I enjoyed listening to this book. However, it was way too predictable. Needed some more plot twists and left me feeling a bit flat at the end .

Seventh Victim, 1st Survivor

What made the experience of listening to The Seventh Victim the most enjoyable?

Liked the story line and the hero was interesting

What other book might you compare The Seventh Victim to and why?

the In Death series by J.D. Robb
explicit story set ups and follow thru

What does Johanna Parker bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

She gave many scenes an excitement that was appealing.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

When the hero started to care for the heroine.

Any additional comments?

I thought Ms. Parker reading was just a little too fast paced. At first I found it hard to grasp what she was saying as she relayed it too fast. As the books went on I finally adjusted to her speed, but still thought she should have had a better pace.

Worth a read!

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Although it was somewhat predictable, and sometimes stretched into total disbelief, it is a good read. It has all the good stuff, a Texas Ranger, a series of murders, and a German Shepard.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Seventh Victim?

About 2/3 into the book when it became apparent who the bad guys were.

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

Don't recall hearing her before.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Actually, it was how ALL the police treated the lone surviving victim. All the cops either treated her like a prostitute or threatened her. I don't know many police officers with the experience she gives the characters would actually ever speak to a victim or witness in that manner. It sadden me to think that people think its a common occurrence.

Any additional comments?

I prefer a heroine with a little more snark, but over-all, its a good read.

Page turner

This book kept me hooked, once started, had a hard time putting it down!😁 must read