The Cold, Cold Ground by Adrian McKinty

The Cold, Cold Ground

Gripping Thriller Unravels in Troubled Belfast

Written byAdrian McKinty
Narrated byGerard Doyle
Length10h04m
Release dateJanuary 11, 2012
LanguageEnglish
★★★★ 4.3 (33 ratings)

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AuthorAdrian McKinty
NarratorGerard Doyle
Runtime10h04m
PublishedJanuary 11, 2012
Rating★★★★ 4.3 / 5 (33 ratings)
CategoriesMystery, Thriller & Suspense, Crime Fiction, Mystery, Historical
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Adrian McKinty's 'The Cold, Cold Ground' is a gripping crime thriller that sets its teeth in the tumultuous Northern Ireland of 1981. The story weaves through the city's political unrest, power cuts, and a chilling serial killer with an unusual musical taste. At its heart is a young woman's death, which may not be the suicide it seems. Gerard Doyle's narration brings the story to life with a rich, gravelly voice that captures the gritty atmosphere and emotional depth of McKinty's prose. This isn't just a whodunit; it's a journey into a city on the edge, where every character has a secret and every word counts.

Tags: Irish Crime FictionPolitical ThrillerSerial Killer MysteryGritty Urban NoirHistorical CrimeBelfast Crime

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  • Expert narration by Gerard Doyle brings every character and scene to life across 10h04m of immersive audio.
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Editor's Review ★★★★

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McKinty's storytelling is as taut as a hangman's noose, keeping listeners on the edge of their seats with a plot that's as twisty as the cobbled streets of Belfast. Doyle's narration is a standout, his Irish brogue lending authenticity and emotional weight to the story. The pacing is near-perfect, balancing tense action with quiet, introspective moments. My only critique is that some of the political jargon might lose non-Irish listeners, but McKinty's vivid descriptions quickly pull them back in. The production is clean, with no distractions from the story. This isn't just an audiobook; it's an immersive experience that'll leave you craving more of McKinty's Sean Duffy series.

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