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Villain

By: Caro Savage
Narrated by: Genevieve Swallow
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Summary

To catch a villain, sometimes you have to become one.

Bailey's back! From the best-selling author of Jailbird.

Detective Constable Bailey Morgan is back doing what she does best - working undercover. This time she has to infiltrate the inner circle of a notorious underworld family. Posing as a fellow villain, she is on a one-woman mission to bring the family to their knees.

But things are never that simple. Bailey finds that she is forced to confront shadowy wraiths from her past and will come face-to-face with a set of devastating revelations that will shatter her world and threaten her very existence.

With only herself to trust, Bailey is on her own and the stakes are higher than ever.

Heart-stopping and gripping. Perfect for the fans of hit TV shows such as Line of Duty and Gangs of London.

©2020 Caro Savage (P)2020 Boldwood Books

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Disappointing after the first book

I was really looking forward to listening to this book after I enjoyed the author's first novel Jailbird. I guess this was quite entertaining but the story was totally ridiculous and the cockney accents were irritating (apart from Nancy's voice which was good).

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Great read

a very good book to listen to and the narration was great enjoyed it

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Irritating narrator

This book had great reviews but I found the narrator’s style really irritating. Her delivery was so slow and without emotion I couldn’t stand it and gave up. Disappointed as the story itself sounded so good.

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Unrealistic in many ways

This book has threads of an interesting story running through it, but the many twists are obvious but totally unbelievable. But my main gripe with this book is the narration. Every gangster talks like a comic stereotypical parody, which I imagine is supposed to be menacing, but just isn't. Sorry, but cannot recommend this book.

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Narration just annoying

Quite a good story line albeit rather far fetched and irritating with the constant repitition of Mr Figgis.

The narrator has a good clear speaking voice and when she is not trying to create tension and drama is pleasing to listen to. However the technique of dramatic pause on every word in a failed attempt to add tension and pace DOES NOT WORK. The phrasing is just all wrong. I wonder if the narrator listened to it herself.

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Great storyline!

Loved the twists and turns in the storyline! one of my favourite audio books yet

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Good story the narration was tough to listen to at

times as there were so many different characters of different genders and backgrounds. It was an interesting story

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Average crime story

Narrated well. Predictable gangland crime story. I wouldn't recommend but I wouldn't put anyone off listening to it

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Good story

Narration is good. Found myself wanting Bailey's sister to stay around. I hope Bailey has her sister as a guardian angel, watching her back like Frank does.

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Great book

This book was brilliant, looking forward to reading more of Caro's books. it kept u guessing right to the last few chapters.

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  • 20-07-22

Villain

I am so shocked at how good this audio book is! I really want to read more from this author. I have to warn readers that this story has a lot of violence.

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  • 12-05-22

unnecessary language

I really liked the story a lot. The only complaint I have is language. Over use of the offensive "f" word. Is there really no other verbage able to express the situational emotions.

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  • Kelly A McDermott
  • 08-04-23

MacGyver-ish

It's a fun story, but completely unrealistic. The so-called villains, or mobsters sound like bumbling idiots. Totally cliche to think that a mobster brings a bag of power tools wherever they go. Also, the way that the mobsters talk is just incredulous. I could pick apart the entire story but I won't, It was fine,it passed the time and was decent as a fairy tale-ish story. Based on this book and the previous one I just read about the jail, It's apparent that this character can get out of any situation with a stick of gum and a rubber band.

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  • 03-03-23

So so

Loved the narrator on this story. Really allowed me to distinguish characters. Story so so

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  • esprg
  • 08-02-23

Enjoyable

Very enjoyable great story line. Kept my interest and that says a LOT for a person with attention issues. Would definitely recommend.

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  • Jackie
  • 21-01-23

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I couldn't get through chapter 7. The narrator sounded like she had a mouthful of peanut butter. totally made me nausaus listening. Eventually, she would be able to swallow, and I wanted to puke.

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  • Bonni Haner
  • 16-01-23

Surprise

A thriller with a perfect blend of plot and character development. Authentic story line.
Great narrator. Fun, fast moving.

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  • Karenique
  • 07-01-23

Another welcome audiction!

I do so enjoy my British psychological thrillers and this is yet another reason why. Thinking this book’s storyline would not be for me, again I was wrong. I devoured this devious adventure with fervor whenever I had free time. Authoress Caro Savage delivers a suspenseful and darkly unique offering. Add to this, multi-talented narrator Genevieve Swallow brings each character to vivid life. Never a dull moment, “Villain” moves at a perfect pace, drawing me in and never letting go. Plenty of action, emotions, danger and trust issues Intertwined with two mystery subplots makes it wicked-good. Following Detective Constable Bailey Morgan, get ready for your jaw to meet the floor throughout. Just when I thought it was near the end I was not ready for, I was thrilled as this captivating thriller continued. An awesome nod to the talented duet of Savage and Swallow, along with Audible for making this available in its Plus catalogue at no cost. I’ve been lucky and have found a choice of hidden gems. Recommended? Indeed! Worth a cherished credit as well. I don’t know what took me so long to get it. I’m ecstatic I finally did. I look forward to more by this well-paired duo. Again, I’m shrieking from my rooftop, Epic, I say! EPIC! EPIC! EPIC!

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  • GrandPuppy
  • 09-12-22

Loved It

I love Caro Savages' books. Bailey has a strength and tenacity that is often attributed to men in books. if you love thrillers you'll enjoy Caro's books.

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  • Roxanne
  • 05-11-22

Great mystery

Enjoyed the book kept me interested, suspended and engaged the entire time. The ending was both hopeful and mysterious