From the opening strands of guitar and harmonica to the poignant final chapter, Phil Gigante narrates Lansdale's 1995 novel, the third to feature Hap Collins and Leonard Pine. Hap and Leonard are best friends—the former is white and straight; the latter black, gay, and unpredictable. When this duo sets out on an adventure, there's no telling which way the chips will fall. This adventure, involving the search for Leonard’s former girlfriend, takes the pair to a backwoods east Texas town, where the Klan is alive and well. Lansdale's writing is known for its direct “in-your-face” style, its tender and poignant character studies, and its laugh-out-loud situations and dialogue. Gigante's acute sense of Lansdale's writing is clear in his every nuance, every beat, and every accent. His singsong cadence captures the epitome of Texas storytelling and fits with Lansdale's writing like a well-worn pair of boots.
Pub Date: Jan. 22, 2009
Duration: 8 hrs
Publisher: Brilliance Audio
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
Escape on a thrilling adventure with Soneela Nankani and Andrew Eiden as they narrate this suspenseful romance. A year has passed since Simi Chopra, her assorted crew, and Jack Danger pulled off a lucrative diamond heist. Now, the Chicago Mafia boss is demanding that the jewels be returned, so Simi gets the team back together. Nankani delivers an expressive performance that emphasizes Simi's conflict between her passion for Jack and the mission. Her distinct character voices keep the listener fully immersed. Eiden's lively tone gives Jack a subtle flair and confidence that make him easy to forgive and to love.
Pub Date: Aug. 20, 2024
Duration: 11 hrs, 15 mins
DD ISBN: 9780593907467
Publisher: Penguin Audio
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
This is not a story about guns, but about blue pearls. Gerald Browne takes us to the Pacific Ocean and the world of pearl divers and natural gems and mixes in mystery, intrigue and suspense. Barry Bostwick portrays the characters in one voice, varying his intonation slightly for the Asian personalities. His reading style is very smooth, evidence of preparation and interest in the story. 18mm Blues is abridged well, collecting the important elements of the story. Unobtrusive music indicates the end of each side. Disappear into the mystery of the Far East and one of its most beautiful commodities.
Pub Date: Jan. 22, 1993
Duration: 3 hrs
Publisher: Audio Renaissance
Review Posted Online: Jan. 22, 2026
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