Book description
James Patterson's Kiss the Girls delivers a masterclass in high-stakes suspense, perfectly tailored for the audiobook experience. Michael Kramer's narration elevates the tension, his voice shifting seamlessly between Cross's urgent determination, the chilling calm of the killers, and the raw panic of victims. The pacing is relentless-Patterson's signature short chapters translate brilliantly to audio, creating an almost cinematic rhythm where each new segment leaves you leaning forward, breathless.
The plot itself is a razor-sharp dual-threat: two psychopaths, working in eerie concert across Los Angeles, Chapel Hill, and D.C., leaving a trail of meticulously staged murders. Cross, already stretched thin by personal turmoil, must race against time to connect the dots before another life vanishes. Patterson avoids over-explaining; the mystery deepens through fragmented clues and the killers' unsettling, almost playful dialogue-delivered with chilling precision by Kramer. You feel the weight of every missed clue, the frustration of a lead that evaporates, the dread as the net closes.
What makes this audiobook exceptional isn't just the plot-it's how Kramer embodies the novel's heartbeat. His pauses aren't empty; they're charged, letting the horror sink in. When Cross confronts a killer's taunt, Kramer's voice tightens, the subtext of his exhaustion palpable. The audio format makes the isolation of Cross's investigation visceral-you're not just reading about his sleepless nights; you're hearing the silence of his apartment, the echo of his footsteps in the dark.
Patterson's genius lies in making the familiar feel terrifyingly immediate. The killers aren't cartoonish; their intelligence and coordination make the threat feel terrifyingly plausible. Kramer's performance ensures you never feel safe, even during quieter moments. The climax isn't just a chase-it's a psychological unraveling, rendered with such visceral clarity through audio that you'll find yourself checking your own front door afterward.
This isn't just a thriller; it's a study in auditory storytelling. If you've ever wondered why Patterson dominates the audiobook charts, Kiss the Girls is the answer. It's the rare book where the medium and message are inseparable-a perfect storm of pacing, performance, and pure, unadulterated tension. You won't just hear this story; you'll live inside its shadows. A definitive listen for anyone who believes a great thriller should grip you by the throat and refuse to let go.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience