My Right Hand to Goodness

Dale Varnam’s Madcap Rise in N.C.'s Coolest Mob Town

Written byLynn Cook Betz

Narrated byAndrea Gallo

Length14h05m

Release dateMarch 19, 2024

GenreBiographies & Memoirs, True Crime, Organized Crime

Languageenglish

★★★☆★ 3.5 (18 ratings)

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Author	Lynn Cook Betz
Narrator	Andrea Gallo
Runtime	14h05m
Published	March 19, 2024
Rating	★★★☆★ 3.5 / 5 (18 ratings)
Categories	Biographies & Memoirs, True Crime, Organized Crime, History, Americas, United States, State & Local
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

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About This Audiobook

Step into the heart of 1980s North Carolina, where a man named Dale Varnam defied all expectations and rose to the top of a gritty, small-town underworld. Narrator Andrea Gallo brings this unique blend of true crime and biographical memoir to life with vivid detail and an engaging tone that keeps you hooked from start to finish. This audiobook isn't just about survival; it’s a wild ride through a community where everyone has a story, and no one's quite who they seem.

Tags: True CrimeBiographical MemoirOrganized CrimeSouthern CultureTrue Story

Why Listen to My Right Hand to Goodness?

Expert narration by Andrea Gallo brings every character and scene to life across 14h05m of immersive audio.
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Editor's Review ★★★☆★

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Andrea Gallo delivers a performance that is both captivating and slightly unsettling, perfectly mirroring the unpredictability of Dale Varnam’s life. The narrative zips along with a dizzying pace, leaving you gasping for breath as it uncovers layers of deceit and dark humor beneath the surface of Varnamtown. Despite its engaging qualities, there are moments where the dense plot and rapid dialogue can be overwhelming, causing some confusion about key events. Still, the overall experience is thrilling, offering a unique glimpse into the world of organized crime with all its quirks and contradictions.

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