Murder in the Hollows by Declan James audiobook review

Murder in the Hollows by Declan James | Free Audiobook

Part of Jake Cashen Crime Thriller Series #1

By Declan James

Narrated by Alexander Cendese

🎧 7 hours and 45 minutes 📘 Podium Audio 📅 April 18, 2023 🌐 English

About This Audiobook

One small town’s dark secrets lay hidden in the hollows…

Rumors have swirled around Jake Cashen his whole life. Is he crazy like his father? Is it true they booted him out of the F.B.I. right after he cracked a career-making RICO case? Was he dirty?

Only Jake knows, and he’s not telling. He came back to his tiny hometown at the foot of Ohio’s Blackhand Hills to serve as a deputy sheriff. He hopes to punch a clock and keep his head down until retirement.

It was a solid plan—until someone put a bullet in the head of a revered county judge.

Jake’s new boss knows Jake has a particular set of skills. The Sheriff pins a detective badge on him, whether Jake likes it or not. He could have said no, but as Jake watches the locals nearly bungle the case in the first five minutes, he knows he’s all in.

As Jake digs into the murder, he soon learns Judge Rand had enemies in every corner, and someone hiding in plain sight may be plotting to bring his investigation to a deadly end.

To bring a cold-blooded killer to justice, Jake’s forced to confront every truth he’s tried to escape—even the ones that could bury him.

Murder in the Hollows is the gripping first book in the Detective Jake Cashen thriller series. Author Declan James, a former police detective, brings you authentic crime fiction that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Perfect for fans of Connelly, Box, Dugoni and Baldacci.

Our Review of Murder in the Hollows

Murder in the Hollows kept me captivated for hours. Declan James constructs a diabolically effective plot with complex characters and twists you never see coming. The kind of audiobook you devour in one sitting.

Why Listen to Murder in the Hollows as an Audiobook?

The audio format transforms Murder in the Hollows into a cinematic experience. Alexander Cendese delivers a stellar narration that brings the story to life. At 7 hours and 45 minutes, it is the perfect length to fully immerse yourself. The rising tension is even more intense when delivered through voice. A thriller you’ll devour in one sitting.

What You Will Discover

A gripping investigation that will keep you hooked until the very last second. One small town’s dark secrets lay hidden in the hollows… Rumors have swirled around Jake Cashen his whole life. Is he crazy like his father? Is it… The kind of story that keeps you up at night.

Who Is This Audiobook For?

Fans of thrills and twisty investigations, Murder in the Hollows is your next obsession. Lovers of Declan James and psychological thrillers will be in their element.

What Listeners Are Saying

★★★★★

A Surprising Start

I recently picked up the first book in a new crime series by an indie author, and I’m glad I did. This is the third crime series I’ve started since March, and with all the recommendations, my expectations were high.From the start, I suspected the character everyone was focused on…

– Nici M

★★★★☆

Really good

I liked this book.I like stories. This happened, then that happened. I don't like gimmicks — flashbacks, multiple points of view, different narrators. I also don't like poorly written books. This is a well written, chronologically linear story told by an omniscient author. The characters are more or less believable,…

– Kindle Customer

★★★★★

Good read books are hard to find, I enjoyed this one

This good read book was about a 4.6 but since only whole number ratings, I went up instead of down. There is so much I like about this book. This book is written in third person which is my preference. It is well balanced between dialogue and narrative. I had…

– Linda G.

★★★★★

An Excellent Read

This novel shows the full range of human emotions while keeping you on your toes. The protagonist is very well written, his character truly fleshed out in such a good way. I have a new series to read! Mr. James did an absolutely fantastic job with this novel! Easily enough…

– Robin McGehee

★★★★☆