A Hired Kill

About This Audiobook

A Hired Kill doesn’t just play in the crime thriller sandbox—it bulldozes it. FBI agent Lauren Pauling returns, pulled into a case that starts with a string of ritualistic murders and spirals into a shadowy government operation with tentacles in the highest corridors of power. Steven Konkoly crafts a narrative that’s equal parts forensic procedural and conspiracy-laced chase, where every clue tightens the noose—around the killer, the agency, and Pauling herself. This isn’t just about catching a murderer; it’s about surviving the truth. The novel’s relentless pacing and layered betrayals will grip listeners who demand more than shootout-filled tropes—they want moral ambiguity, ticking clocks, and protagonists with too much to lose. Steve Corona’s narration elevates the tension with a grounded, urgent delivery that mirrors the story’s escalating stakes. He avoids melodrama, instead leaning into subtle vocal shifts that distinguish characters without veering into caricature. His tone—controlled yet frayed at the edges—perfectly suits Pauling’s weary resolve. As the conspiracy unfolds, Corona’s pacing tightens like a drum, making the audiobook feel less like passive listening and more like being hunted alongside the protagonist. For fans of Jack Reacher’s pace and the ethical thorns of Homeland, this one cuts deep and doesn’t let go.