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    The Kind Worth Killing: A Novel
    The Kind Worth Killing: A Novel
    The Kind Worth Killing: A Novel
    Audiobook10 hours

    The Kind Worth Killing: A Novel

    Written by Peter Swanson

    Narrated by Johnny Heller, Karen White, Kathleen Early and Keith Szarabajka

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    A devious tale of psychological suspense so irresistible that it prompts Entertainment Weekly to ask, “Is The Kind Worth Killing the next Gone Girl?” From one of the hottest new thriller writers, Peter Swanson, a name you may not know yet (but soon will), this is his breakout novel in the bestselling tradition of Paula Hawkins’ The Girl on the Train—now a major movie directed by Agnieszka Holland.

    In a tantalizing set-up reminiscent of Patricia Highsmith’s classic Strangers on a Train… On a night flight from London to Boston, Ted Severson meets the stunning and mysterious Lily Kintner. Sharing one too many martinis, the strangers begin to play a game of truth, revealing very intimate details about themselves. Ted talks about his marriage that’s going stale and his wife Miranda, who he’s sure is cheating on him. Ted and his wife were a mismatch from the start—he the rich businessman, she the artistic free spirit—a contrast that once inflamed their passion, but has now become a cliché.

    But their game turns a little darker when Ted jokes that he could kill Miranda for what she’s done. Lily, without missing a beat, says calmly, “I’d like to help.” After all, some people are the kind worth killing, like a lying, stinking, cheating spouse. . . .

    Back in Boston, Ted and Lily’s twisted bond grows stronger as they begin to plot Miranda's demise. But there are a few things about Lily’s past that she hasn’t shared with Ted, namely her experience in the art and craft of murder, a journey that began in her very precocious youth.

    Suddenly these co-conspirators are embroiled in a chilling game of cat-and-mouse, one they both cannot survive . . . with a shrewd and very determined detective on their tail.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherHarperAudio
    Release dateSep 15, 2020
    ISBN9780063038806
    Author

    Peter Swanson

    Peter Swanson is the New York Times bestselling author of The Kind Worth Killing, winner of the New England Society Book Award and finalist for the CWA Ian Fleming Steel Dagger; Her Every Fear, an NPR book of the year; and Eight Perfect Murders, a New York Times bestseller, among others. His books have been translated into 30 languages, and his stories, poetry, and features have appeared in Asimov’s Science Fiction, The Atlantic Monthly, Measure, The Guardian, The Strand Magazine, and Yankee Magazine. He lives on the North Shore of Massachusetts, where he is at work on his next novel.

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    • 5/5
      Excellent narration, and the story was fascinating! I couldn’t stop listening.

      1 person found this helpful

    • 4/5
      Best line of the entire book: “Brad meet Chet. Chet meet Brad.” I laughed out loud and loved that influx of humor right then.

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    • 5/5
      Loved it, the narrators were absolutely perfect and made me finished the book that much faster!

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    • 5/5
      smart, classic style, less far fetched than most, and utterly enjoyable female sociopath.

      1 person found this helpful

    • 4/5
      It had some twists. I liked that each character was read by a different voice.
    • 4/5
      Was nit expecting that. Twisty and the ending oh that ending!!!
    • 5/5
      Witty, and very well constructed literary mystery. I love Swanson’s books and am delighted to come across another one. The different voices of the characters several of whom are doomed each draw our sympathy and make us realize that none of them, no matter how reprensible are “worth killing”.
    • 5/5
      So many excellent twists and turns throughout the book! I loved it.
    • 5/5
      The ending!!! Oh my gosh! Loved this book! There were so many ins and outs and man was it good!
    • 5/5
      A wild cat & mouse story. Loved the multiple POVs and nods to Agatha Christie along with other famous mystery writers.
    • 5/5
      Edge of your seat goodness!!!! Was recommended this book from TikTok did NOT disappoint
    • 5/5
      Wow ! Great twists and turns and "I didn't see THAT coming" thoughts. Loved it.
    • 5/5
      If you are fresh out of psychopaths, this is the book for you. Excellent story, well written, the characters are fabulous, you’re going to hate them, but you’re gonna love them and some really good twists and turns. I finished it in two days.
    • 5/5
      Great book!! Super suspenseful!! Couldn’t put it down!! A must read!
    • 5/5
      I absolutely loved this book. From start to finish I was hooked!
    • 5/5
      Loved the voices and all the twists. Excellent story never dull.
    • 3/5
      It was a good listen the narrative about each character is so detailed
    • 5/5
      This is my first time listening to anything in this genre. I absolutely loved it!!!
    • 5/5
      Pretty good! I enjoyed it and love when a female protagonist has some interesting character development.
    • 4/5
      It was good but not what I’d call a Psychological suspense. Good ending
    • 4/5
      Such a rocky road, in a good way. I loved the thrill of this book and now I can finally read the sequel.
    • 5/5
      Kept me guessing even after it ended. Great psychological thrill/mystery.
    • 5/5
      Couldn’t quit listening. Such a well written story. Great book.
    • 5/5
      This book is AMAZING
      Takes you on a journey. I felt like i was on a roller coaster ride
      Great thriller, suspense filler, great story
      I loved it
    • 4/5
      Very engaging. I love this type of point-of-view narratives. Truly enjoyable.
    • 5/5
      Good from the beginning to the end of the book
    • 5/5
      Great development of characters and loved all the surprises!! Can’t wait to read his next one.
    • 5/5
      I have now listened to this novel twice and each time i thoroughly enjoyed it. It has twists and turns that keep you guessing and surprising you in the most pleasant ways. The detail behind Lilly’s thoughts and persona are astonishing and really make you bond with her, even though she’s not really the protagonist. I really wish this novel could lead to a second book, as the ending leaves you wanting only more.
    • 5/5
      <<>> Great ending & so much more!
    • 4/5
      Great story. Very much a 'good for her' type story. I do wish the ending was a little better, because it doesn't really tie everything up as much as I'd wanted, but other than that a great book.