ToxiCity

The Georgia Davis PI Series, Book 3

De: Libby Fischer Hellmann

Narrado por: Beth Richmond, Derek Shetterly

A prequel to Libby Fischer Hellman's Georgia Davis PI series.

There's an inventive killer at large in Chicago in this dark thriller and police procedural from best-selling crime writer Libby Fischer Hellmann.

When three bodies turn up in rapid succession, all in landfills or waste disposal dumpsters, rookie cop Georgia Davis is drawn into the investigation. Teaming up with her detective boyfriend Matt and his friend, Detective Sergeant John Stone, Georgia must work out who's responsible for the killings, but there's little evidence to go on. The case also tests the strength of Georgia's relationship with Matt - complicating the situation is the daughter of a real estate mogul, who also happens to have her eye on Matt.

Who's behind these gruesome killings in this normally quiet neighborhood? Why are children developing cancer? And will Georgia's relationship withstand the demands of this particularly complex investigation?

Find out in ToxiCity.

N.B. The audio issues cited in one of the reviews below have been corrected. Happy Listening, Libby Hellmann and Beth Richmond.

©2013 Libby Fischer Hellmann (P)2016 Libby Fischer Hellmann

Another top-notch thriller!

ToxiCity is another top-notch entry into Libby Fischer Hellman’s library of police procedurals and thrillers. Even though it is the third book in the Georgia Davis PI mystery series, it is in fact a prequel to Easy Innocence and Doubleback. It takes place ten years earlier, back when Georgia was a rookie cop in the Chicago suburbs. It answers the questions, “What really happened with Matt?” and “Why did Georgia leave the police force and become a private investigator?” Georgia’s story is bittersweet. As the story opens she is young, determined, idealistic and tough, but maybe not tough up to stand up against all the Chicago crime and politics and Matt’s sudden interest in the Jewish daughter of a real estate mogul connected to the murders. We witness some of the pain she endured and it helps us to understand how she became the woman she is.

The story opens with a death, so right away you know what is happening, but not who is doing it. And it’s not easy to figure out who it could be. There are a lot of suspects for the murders and many reasons – money, power, greed, love, hate . . . . It’s a complex mystery. Children are sick and dying. Bodies are showing up in landfills and dumpsters. Even though people are doing very bad things, they didn’t always start out as very bad people. So many lives are touched and changed forever.

Libby Fischer Hellman has written another outstanding thriller. It’s fast-paced and keeps you guessing. She captures the look and feel of Chicago as perfectly as ever as well as the impact of current political and environmental issues. The look into Georgia’s struggles explains a lot and makes her a more real, complete character to us.

I received a copy of the ToxiCity audiobook from the author. I have both listened to and read Libby Fischer Hellman’s books and recommend either type of media. Although fast-paced and complex, the plot and characters are well developed and believable and make for an easy to follow, exciting story.

There are two narrators for the audiobook. I enjoyed the performance of the female narrator but the male narration took a little getting used to. Instead of the ‘voice of Chicago’ I grew up with, he sounded more like New York Gangster to me. However, as the story developed and I become more immersed in the action the style of narration faded into the background, and it’s unlikely those listeners who did not grow up in Chicago would notice it at all.

I highly recommend ToxiCity and anything else Libby Fischer Hellman writes.

Great read/Listen

ToxiCity The Georgia Davis PI Series, Book 3. So many books, so little time to read. I re-read this book in less than a day! It is that good! I'm a character reader, I get into the characters, their story, who/what they are. The author does a great job of developing Georgia quickly & thoroughly. The significant characters in her writing are developed similarly along the way. This book is in all senses of the word, a thriller, beginning with a mysterious murder. That’s it, no more spoilers from me though Outstanding read! I’ve read more than thirty works from author Libby Fischer Hellmann all are well-written & enjoyable I always look forward to the next book from her. Read his books and get into a good author and some amazing characters & stories as I have. Narrators Beth Richmond, &Derek Shetterly’s voices were perfect for this book and added greatly to the listening enjoyment. I was given an Audible copy of this book & am voluntarily reviewing it. I’ll have to get more books in this series. (RIP Marley January 20, 2014 - July 24, 2018).

Captivating experience

I am sure I will listen to this again. I normally listen to single narrators so this was an adjustment for me with the duo...who both performed superbly and it made my adjustment period very brief.

The author did a great job weaving the plot twists, relationships, and the back story that created a horrific and sadly believable story. Treachery, tragedy, dreams, and devotion. Great combo.

I have already added the other audio books to my wish list.

Gritty crime novel

I was given this audio book for an unbiased review. Libby Fischer Hellman is a new author on my shelves after listening to TOXICITY.

I developed a love/hate relationship with the characters. Realistic crime scenes, murder, love - all the ingredients needed for a good read- and an unexpected twist that makes you take a deep breath and cringe.

A Thrilling and Suspenseful Novel ..

Any additional comments?

This book was very interesting, fast paced, and kept me guessing at every turn.

The story line has it all: Crime, Suspense, with a side of Romance.

Georgia, the female lead, is a police officer and she is investigating a murder along with her boyfriend and detective, Matt .

The characters are well developed, the plot intriguing, and a killer that has a knack for evading the police.

I don't want to give too much away but this is definitely a Good Weekend Read.


Robin Rowan did well with the narration.

Note:
"This audio book was provided by the author, narrator, or publisher at no cost in exchange for an unbiased review."