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Natural Causes

An Inspector McLean Novel, Book 1

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Natural Causes

By: James Oswald
Narrated by: Ian Hanmore
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The unabridged, downloadable audiobook edition of James Oswald’s gripping new Inspector McLean crime thriller Natural Causes, read by the actor Ian Hanmore.

A young girl’s mutilated body is discovered in a sealed room. Her remains are carefully arranged, in what seems to have been a cruel and macabre ritual, which appears to have taken place over 60 years ago. For newly appointed Edinburgh Detective Inspector Tony McLean this baffling cold case ought to be a low priority - but he is haunted by the young victim and her grisly death.

Meanwhile, the city is horrified by a series of bloody killings. Deaths for which there appears to be neither rhyme nor reason, and which leave Edinburgh’s police at a loss. McLean is convinced that these deaths are somehow connected to the terrible ceremonial killing of the girl, all those years ago. It is an irrational, almost supernatural theory. And one which will lead McLean closer to the heart of a terrifying and ancient evil…

©2013 James Oswald (P)2013 Penguin Audio Crime Crime Thrillers Horror Mystery Police Procedural Supernatural Suspense Thriller Thriller & Suspense Scary Fiction Paranormal Exciting

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...always looking for new authors, pity about the supernatural element but at least it didn't play on it too much...nice character, something similar to MacBride's Logan McRae...

quite enjoyed this...

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What made the experience of listening to Natural Causes the most enjoyable?

I really enjoyed this mix of police procedural with a hint of the supernatural. Great story and really nice read that was easy on the ear and very engaging.

Great story and lovely read

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Loved it . The story filled with great intrigue and many twists and surprises. Excellent narration and interpretation of the story.

Brilliant!

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Interesting if not riveting but I did enjoy it, well worth a listen. Will buy more from the author

A good listen

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I enjoyed the book but never really felt gripped until half way through. Worth sticking with it

Little bit slow but stick with it

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Really enjoyed this, from start to finish it was a great listen/read. First book by this author and can't wait to read more.

Excellent

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This was recommended by a friend because I like Fred Vargas. This is quite different to her stuff but very enjoyable. The narrator does a great job of voicing all the different characters.

A great, slowly unfolding story, read beautifully

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What did you like most about Natural Causes?

The atmosphere generated by the voice of Ian Hanmore. O, and grump Bob

What was one of the most memorable moments of Natural Causes?

All the bits you don,t want to remember !

Which scene did you most enjoy?

I just liked it all

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

I used it on holiday to go to sleep, each night I stayed awake for a few more chapters than the night before. Halfway through the book I went to bed early and listened to the end!

A dyslexic Writes!

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Would you listen to Natural Causes again? Why?

Thoroughly enjoyed listening to this book and quite likely to listen to it again.

What did you like best about this story?

Really good plot v gripping.

What does Ian Hanmore bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you had only read the book?

He has a good expressive accent and bring the story alive.

Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Didn't cry. But it was v exciting at times made me hold my breath till the outcome of certain situations came to a head. Laughed at some if the banter

Any additional comments?

I would recommend this book to my friends and look forward to reading the next in the series.

Such a good listen

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If you could sum up Natural Causes in three words, what would they be?

Supernatural in detective story does not belong. I like this story and the performance. It was enjoyable and unpluggable (?)

What did you like best about this story?

Suspense, mystery, three dimensional characters, and a wonderful performance.

What does Ian Hanmore bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you had only read the book?

Clarity and distinct voices for each character.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

yes.

Supernatural??

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