Down and Dirty in Detroit by Jim Yoakum

Down and Dirty in Detroit

A rogue agent's wild ride through Detroit's underworld

Written byJim Yoakum
Narrated byLawrence Locke
Length8h01m
Release dateJune 19, 2020
LanguageEnglish
★★★★ 4.0 (30 ratings)

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AuthorJim Yoakum
NarratorLawrence Locke
Runtime8h01m
PublishedJune 19, 2020
Rating★★★★ 4.0 / 5 (30 ratings)
CategoriesBiographies & Memoirs, True Crime, Organized Crime
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Down and Dirty in Detroit is an explosive dive into the seedy underworld of 1970s Detroit, as narrated by the unrepentant federal agent who ruled it with an iron fist. Jim Yoakum's memoir is a gritty, unapologetic look at a man who straddled the line between law enforcer and lawbreaker, and came out on top. The audiobook's pacing is swift, keeping listeners engaged as they follow the narrator's twisted journey from an upstanding agent to the city's most notorious drug lord and criminal mastermind.

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  • Expert narration by Lawrence Locke brings every character and scene to life across 8h01m of immersive audio.
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Editor's Review ★★★★

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Listening to Lawrence Locke narrate Down and Dirty in Detroit is like sitting down with a friend to hear wild stories from their past. Locke's performance captures the arrogance, charm, and menace of the narrator with ease, bringing his vivid descriptions to life. While some listeners might find the protagonist's actions distasteful, the audiobook never shies away from portraying the gritty reality of the criminal underworld. The pacing is fast and thrilling, with a few moments of humor that keep the story from becoming too dark. The production quality is top-notch, with clear audio and smooth transitions between chapters.

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