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Life or Death

By: Michael Robotham
Narrated by: John Chancer
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Winner of the CWA Goldsboro Gold Dagger award 2015

Why would a man escape from prison the day before he's due to be released?

Audie Palmer has spent a decade in prison for an armed robbery in which four people died, including two of the gang. Seven million dollars has never been recovered and everybody believes that Audie knows where the money is. For 10 years he has been beaten, stabbed, throttled, and threatened almost daily by prison guards, inmates, and criminal gangs, who all want to answer this same question, but suddenly Audie vanishes, the day before he's due to be released. Everybody wants to find Audie, but he's not running. Instead he's trying to save a life...and not just his own.

2015, CQA Goldsboro Gold Dagger, Short-listed

2016, Edgar Award for Best Novel, Short-listed

©2014 Michael Robotham (P)2014 Hachette Audio Crime Thrillers Mystery Suspense Thriller Thriller & Suspense Crime Fiction Robbery
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I really enjoyed this book, it was hard to put down. A story of love & heartbreak.

A Great Story.

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Oh the corruption and greed for money and power. This was a love story really, but not soppy and forever and ever…….. the tenacity of Arty was inspiring. The story is about being in the wrong place at the wrong time. The narrator was great and easy to listen to.

A superb story, very inspiring.

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I have just finished listening to this intriguing story, I have thoroughly enjoyed it - even though I didn’t think I would. After reading the reviews I thought I’d give it a try. I’m so glad I did. This tall tale shows Michael Robotham in a different light, proving his talent as a story teller. I fell in love with the good guys, hated the bad guys and felt such sadness for those lost,
betrayed and forsaken.
The narration by John Chancer was excellent and really added to the enjoyment and appreciation of this book.
Thank You Gentlemen.
Yes, I recommend this Audible book.

So different!

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Good story, Well read I couldn't put it down. will be looking for more books from this Author

Yep Loved it

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Loved the story but I don’t understand why pronunciation and the odd mistake are not picked up before releasing to the public.
I thoroughly enjoyed the journey and how the story was told - and how the mystery was slowly revealed.

Great story.

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Kept interested with twist s and turns ,till a dramatic ending . Another great read, fantastic!

Another good story

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Gripping impeccable narration by John Chancer. I didn't want this story to end. So pleased I didn't miss this work by the ultimate of crime writers.

Incredible writing. Unbelievable plot.

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Loved the book, enjoyed the narrator . Had a lot of twists and turns kept me interested right up to the last chapter

Brilliant book

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I love Michael’s books - all of them. This one is no exception. Keeps you guessing all the way to the end.

Another great listen

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This book was fantastic- a tale about love, loss, corruption, and justice. The main protagonist is complex, brave and smart.
Really clever twists and I enjoyed the ultimate heroism of key characters and the way it all came together.

Wow what an awesome audio book

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