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WWII + paranormal = entertaining story

Revisado: 11-30-17

Would you try another book from JoAnn Smith Ainsworth and/or Becky Parker?
Yes.

Was Expect Trouble worth the listening time?
Yes.

Any additional comments?
Background. I bought and read the 2014/first edition/Kindle version the same year it came out. Loved it! I have now listened to the 2017 audio edition - which I got for free in exchange for an updated review. Short review: once again I loved it! Longer review below.

Storyline. The mix of WWII and paranormal reminded me of Dean Koontz's Lighting.

Writing. Ainsworth's style reminded me of Sue Grafton. Slow at first, detail-oriented, and fast-paced finish.

An example of great detail includes Livvy saying she doesn't read German in chapter 37. I would have rolled my eyes/clenched my teeth if Ainsworth had written "speak" instead of "read." Very important detail!

Character arc is very good. My favorite is Trey. Example from chapter 29:

"'I'll keep my fingers crossed.' How ridiculous did that sound? No engineer solved a problem by crossing his fingers."

Audio narration. This is the first audio book I have listened to - and it won't be the last!

The changes of voice between the narration of the story itself and characters speaking/thinking are excellent! The audio version matches the novel's WWII era - think Roosevelt's fireside chats.

Bonus of audio: I learned how to correctly pronounce sieve and Smyth!

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