Quick Facts
| Author | Gretchen Archer |
| Narrator | Amber Benson |
| Runtime | 10h08m |
| Published | July 30, 2024 |
| Rating | 4.8 / 5 (56 ratings) |
| Categories | Mystery, Thriller & Suspense, Crime Fiction, Comedy & Humor, Literature & Fiction |
| Format | Audiobook (Digital) |
| Platform | Audible |
About This Audiobook
Davis Way Cole thought she was escaping chaos when she left her high-stakes casino job in Biloxi for a quiet stint covering her dad’s police duties in Pine Apple, Alabama. Big mistake. Memorial Day weekend in this sleepy town is anything but relaxing once Davis stumbles into a double explosion that rocks the community—and her plans. Gretchen Archer’s *Double Blast* delivers a genre-blending cocktail: cozy mystery meets explosive thriller with a generous splash of dry Southern humor. The plot twists aren’t just clever—they’re *loud*, with red herrings that detonate at just the right moments. Archer’s knack for snappy dialogue and small-town eccentricities makes this feel like a reunion with old friends, even when those friends are wearing bomb vests.
Narration by Amber Benson is the audiobook’s secret weapon. Benson nails Davis’s sharp, no-nonsense voice with a grit that balances Archer’s humor without overplaying the South. The pacing crackles like a live wire, with Benson’s timing turning one-liners into gut-punch laughs and tense moments into white-knuckle rides. The audio production is crisp, with just enough ambient noise (creaking floors, distant sirens) to immerse you without muddying the clarity. This isn’t just a mystery—it’s a *blast* in the best way.
Why Listen to Double Blast?
- Expert narration by Amber Benson brings every character and scene to life across 10h08m of immersive audio.
- Highly rated at 4.8 stars by 56 listeners.
- Free with your Audible trial — keep the audiobook forever even if you cancel.
- Perfect for commutes, workouts, and relaxation. Listen anywhere, anytime.
Editor's Review
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Download: Double Blast
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Double Blast by Gretchen Archer is an immersive listening experience. Performed by Amber Benson with a runtime of 10h08m, you can start with a free trial that you can cancel at any time. The audiobook remains yours forever, even if you end the trial.