One of Leslie Wolfe's best thrillers!

Not so long ago I read The Girl You Killed and when I got a chance to listen to the audiobook version, I jumped at it. The following is my review for the kindle version, but I stand by every word for the Audiobook as well – however the only real differences in this case I was already familiar with the story but there were still things that surprised me and Gwendolyn Druyor’s narration brought Andrea and this story to life.

How often do you finish a book by an author that you’ve read all their books and sit saying I never saw this coming? The Girl You Killed is just such a book, once this book got its hooks into me, I couldn’t put it down. And even though there were some things I felt I had figured out; I couldn’t put the book down wanting to confirm I was not only right but seeing how this story was going to end. Leslie Wolfe has created a story with some characters who are so easy to like and identify with, along with a couple who are grade A scumbags and amazingly easy to hate. The way this story unfolds is a bit unorthodox, but it is the most effective way to tell this story as it provides backstory along with the current events of the storyline.

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Good story with so-so characters

I received a copy of this audiobook from Audiobooks Unleashed. At first I did not like the narrator and wasn't sure I could finish it but then I got caught up in Andi's story. The book is told by the different characters with excerpts from a trial in between that aided in character development. I wasn't sure whose trial it was and for what crime until later in the book. Andi is a good character but not very strong and too trusting.. She has little self-confidence. Craig is a jerk and the narrator's rendition of his voice just makes him more unlikable. I could never see what Andi saw in him to begin with except his good looks. Since some of the characters knew what was going on, I felt sorry for Andi that her situation went on as long as it did. I had some suspicions about what was happening but I didn't see the whole picture until the author put it all together. All in all it was an enjoyable psychological thriller combined with a crime story that I enjoyed.

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Narrator is unbearable.

I've never rated nor written a review on Audible audiobook. This particular book was painful to listen to as the narrator's voice is shaky and nervous; full of poor inflection and cadence. I hoped I could ignore the narrator's distracting performance and find a good story, however I could not get past chapter 5. Maybe I will read the paper copy someday to discover what happened.... If I could filter my Audible searches and exclude this narrator I certainly would. I have since listened to a number of samples of other Audible books she has narrated and they are all the same.

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"A talent for money."

Firstly, I must say that I very much enjoyed this book despite being both ridiculous and predictable. A psychological thriller, after the introduction of Craig, recently imprisoned and awaiting trial for the murder of his beautiful and intelligent wife, , Andie, a marine biologist, a crime which he vigorously denies, the narrative returns to several months earlier, tracing the events which led to Craig's arresst, interesting the chapters with brief fragments from his trial. The final third of the book continues the story from 'present day'. This writing device works well, allowing the personalities and backgrounds of the main protagonists to be developed whilst the story line carries the reader forwards with an anticipation of what is already partially known.

However, despite carefully concealed twists, their ripples do make the overall storyline predictable and one of the lead protagonists has to take a prize for being one of the dumbest fictional heroines ever: how can a bright college graduate be so irritatingly idiotic even if she is in love?Yet I did enjoy the book, in no small part because of the excellent narration by Gwendolyn Druyer. Her voice is melifluous, no sharp edges too catch the unsuspecting ear. She reads with clarity good pacing and with an expressive modulation. Even her voicings of individual protagonists is appropriate and gently distinctive. Her delivery, however, was too slow for my personal enjoyment but increasingly g the playback speed to 1.3 resolved this without distortion. Her performance most definitely added to the enjoyment of the story.

I was fortunate in receiving a freely gifted complimentary copy of The Girl You Killed, at my application to Audiobooks Unleasd. My thanks to the rights holder for making it avaiable.This is a nicely spun web of psychological fun, easy to read and sure to appeal to readers of mystery thrillers.

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Loved it!

Great story! Leslie weaves together all the twists and turns I was expecting perfectly, and Gwendolyn’s narration was spot on. No complaints here!

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Great Plot & Narration

Craig a realtor, playing on clients emotions brought success
Andi a marine research scientist, knew a few unusual tricks
Craig in jail, even his lawyer doesn’t stand by him
Craig feels a loss of dignity, angry and fear of being in jail
A letter, a pendant, a confession, or threat to what had been done
Gripping story, who was guilty and was it planned
Another winner, a good riveting plot. Well done to enjoy.
Given audio for my voluntary review and my honest opinion

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shocking, conniving twists

I love Leslie Wolfe and will read any book she writes. I enjoy most of them in audible. Jaw dropping moments, heartache, frustration - wanting to yell. The plot so deserved 5 stars, but I had issues with this one in audible. The story jumps back and forth with numerous characters I kept getting lost, having to hit rewind. Finally just hung in there (I would never give up on a Leslie Wolfe book) and I am glad I did.

The Girl You Killed

I was immediately caught up in the saga! This was my first story by Leslie Wolfe but won’t be my last! The narrator was a bit drawn out a bit but got the story across for the most part.

Narrator ruined it

This story was so good that I actually got through it despite the narrator! I’m not sure how they are chosen but I certainly wish they would review this!!

Loved the story…narration was horrible

I got sucked in by the plot. I had to force myself to suffer through the DREADFUL narration. At one point, whilst listening out loud, my son said, “What are you listening to? This is awful.” The narration was fine for female characters but just awful for male characters. The story, overall was good. Narration miserable.