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  • Central Park West

  • A Crime Novel
  • By: James Comey
  • Narrated by: Cassandra Campbell
  • Length: 10 hrs and 35 mins
  • 4.3 out of 5 stars (340 ratings)

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Central Park West

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Publisher's summary

In the thrilling first crime novel from former FBI director James Comey, a murder investigation reveals deadly connections between high-ranking politicians and the mafia

When a years-long case against a powerful mobster finally cracks and an unimpeachable witness takes the stand, federal prosecutor Nora Carleton is looking forward to putting the defendant away for good. The mobster, though, has other plans. As the witness's testimony concludes, a note is passed to the prosecution offering up information into the assassination of a disgraced former New York governor, murdered in his penthouse apartment just days before. It's enough to blow the case wide open, and to send Nora into a high-stakes investigation of conspiracy, corruption, and danger.

Drawing from the author's decades in federal law enforcement, including his years in Manhattan as a mob prosecutor and later the chief federal prosecutor, Central Park West is a fast-paced legal thriller with an intriguing plot enriched by real-life details and experiences. That unique perspective gives the novel much of its allure, but it's the unforgettable characters, shocking twists, and courtroom scenes as authentic as they are dramatic that will leave listeners looking forward to more from this bold new talent in the genre.

©2023 James Comey (P)2023 HighBridge, a division of Recorded Books

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Loved this book! Very entertaining!!

A message to James Comey,

After reading “A Higher Loyalty Truth, Lies, and Leadership”, I was compelled to immediately read this book, “Central Park West” to explore your first venture into the realm of fiction. When I finished the first book, I promised myself I was going to read it a second time, which I may do very soon. However, I was curious to read your first attempt at fiction. As an author myself of historical fiction and suspense thrillers, I have to say to you, Sir, Well done! I loved the book!
I will be reading any other books you write as well!

Sincerely,
Thomas J. Feely

www. Feely.Life

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Great lesson in how DOJ & FBI work

Great expertise shared in a very interesting story. Lots of twists & turns. Look forward to his next one. 👍👍

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several plot twists

For a first novel this was very, very well done. The narrator was particularly good at all the different characters. The story was a little slow to launch, but once it got going kept my attention and had many twist, turns, and developments.

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Excellent first attempt by the former Director of the FBI!

Fairly complex story line with excellent narration. Narration can make or break an Audible book.

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characters

Good story with interesting turns. I likes the way the legal story and the family aspects were interwoven.

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Love to see a sequel

When will his next book come out of a mystery book? I really liked it. Please write a sequel.

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A very good first attempt

What can I say? I enjoyed both the story and the reader. I look forward to more from James Comey.

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One note and predictable

Read like a screenplay for a TV crime series. No depth to characters and plot was stale, not interesting.

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Needs a Different Narrator

Just not a fan of the narrator. Her voices for the women characters, especially Nora, were almost child-like. She did a pretty good job with the male voices, oddly enough.
This book is a great example of why readers need authors to show more than they tell. Comey missed several opportunities to ratchet up the tension/suspense. Reading this was like drinking flat soda.
Write a story that focuses on fewer main characters, and let them DO things. I’ll be happy to read it.

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WOW

I loved this book. Well written and captivating. Fiction that gave insight into real process. WOW‼️

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