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When She Was Good

By: Michael Robotham
Narrated by: Joe Jameson
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Publisher's Summary

THE GRIPPING SUMMER 2021 RICHARD & JUDY BOOK CLUB PICK

WINNER OF THE CRIME WRITERS' ASSOCIATION STEEL DAGGER FOR BEST THRILLER OF 2021

A NUMBER ONE FICTION BESTSELLER IN AUSTRALIA, AUGUST 2020

A secret room. A silent girl. A shocking truth.

Evie Cormac was found at a murder scene six years ago, hiding in a secret room. She has never revealed her real name, why she was in that house, or what she saw.

Forensic psychologist Cyrus Haven wants to help the traumatised teenager. He thinks unravelling Evie's secrets will free her from the past.

But he has no idea what he's about to unleash....

©2020 Bookwrite Pty Ltd (P)2020 Hachette Audio UK

Critic Reviews

"What makes Michael stand out is how he invests suspense with such a strong emotional pull. No one else comes close." (Linwood Barclay)

"Never lets up on the suspense...Definitely Robotham's best to date." (Globe and Mail)

"Clever, intriguing and compelling, I loved this book." (Rachel Abbott)

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Captivating

I was almost wishing that my commute wasn’t over yet because I wasn’t done listening and I didn’t want to stop. Very well narrated, really captivating story, good character development (consistent with book 1). Will look forward to more books from this series!

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Another brilliant story

The characters that Michael Robotham creates just hook you in time and again. Such fine detail.

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A fabulous 2nd parter

Loved the second in this series. As good as the first. Great narration and fabulous story.

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Great sequel

A brilliant sequel with very eloquent narration, really enjoyed this and hope there will be more

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Cyrus & Evie does not disappoint us!

Could not stop listening as usual.
Can't wait to find out what these two next.

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Another great book

So many questions answered but so much left to come . I love this author and his Brilliant mind.

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Sums up

Absolutely loved it. Summed everything up. Evie is fantastic and wish there was more about her in future books. Great story but also shows that sometimes you just can’t beat the bad man ( at least in the justice system )

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Suspense right til the last...

Michael Robotham delivers again! I enjoyed this book more than the first in the series. Already familiar with the characters it was just so easy to pick up the feeling of the story and be totally immersed. Loved it!

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Must listen!

I began listening to this book prior to the first book that a Michael released. I was unaware that there was another book due to the fantastic writing that still informed me of all backstories. The narrator was fantastic, his ability to change his voice to suit the characters were amazing. I didn’t want to stop listening. Broke my heart when I got to the end knowing I wouldn’t be listening to what happens next. Kept me on the edge of my seat the whole time. It’s a must listen/read!

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Another I couldn't put down.

The second part of the story of Angel Face. As gripping as the first. I look forward to another read from Michael Rowbotham.

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