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Lies Sleeping

By: Ben Aaronovitch
Narrated by: Kobna Holdbrook-Smith
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The seventh book of the best-selling Rivers of London series returns to the adventures of Peter Grant, detective and apprentice wizard, as he solves magical crimes in the city of London.

The Faceless Man, wanted for multiple counts of murder, fraud, and crimes against humanity, has been unmasked and is on the run. Peter Grant, Detective Constable and apprentice wizard, now plays a key role in an unprecedented joint operation to bring him to justice.

But even as the unwieldy might of the Metropolitan Police bears down on its foe, Peter uncovers clues that the Faceless Man, far from being finished, is executing the final stages of a long-term plan. A plan that has its roots in London's 2,000 bloody years of history, and could literally bring the city to its knees.

To save his beloved city, Peter's going to need help from his former best friend and colleague - Lesley May - who brutally betrayed him and everything he thought she believed in. And, far worse, he might even have to come to terms with the malevolent supernatural killer and agent of chaos known as Mr. Punch....

©2018 Ben Aaronovitch (P)2018 Penguin Audio
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Yet again! Outstanding - great writing AND narration

I held off listening for as long as possible, saving it up for just the right time. And it was worth the wait.

In addition to Mr Aaronovitch unspooling yet another excellent tale, he seems to up the ante a bit with each book, in the best way possible.

And Mr Holdbrook-Smith has become my favorite male narrator- he’s brilliant.

Can’t speak highly enough of either gent, so I’ll just say buy the book. Scratch that. Buy all the books. Personally, I’ve listened to the entire series at least three times, & will do so again. It’s that good. Cheers.

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Another engaging installment

I read some not so glowing reviews and worried that the series was falling off. But, I was happy to find the book held its own and provided a great new installment in the saga. All the regulars and a few new faces, lots of twists and turns and very satisfactory conclusion. Looking forward to the next book!

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Thoroughly enjoyed as usual

Was so glad to see book #7. I hope with the expansion of the Folly the author will keep the series going. I’m quite attached to the core characters and want to know more about Abigail’s foxes for starters.
And then there’s Leslie......

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Another great story

Holdbrook-Smith can breath life into a deli sandwich menu. Aaronovitch can weave a tale like entertains, educates and enlightens. Together they're amazing.

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Another great Peter Grant story!

As always, Aaronovitch delivers and Kobna brings it to life! If you haven't read/listened the Rivers of London series start immediately! If you have, then listen again!

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I never ever want them to end!

The partnership between Ben Aaronovitch and Kobna Holdbrook-Smith is a match made in heaven (or maybe in Londinium and the rivers thereabouts). Kobna could make a phone oil interesting but with Ben's words and plot, he has real material as well-written as it is intriguing. Thank you both for a lovely, no, 7 lovely experiences.

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Great narration and story

This has become one of my favorite Audible series. If you are a fan of fantasy, police stories, London or really well done narration, you will love this series.

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Another knockout story

Another solid piece of writing adding more depth and characters to the World of the Rivers of London.

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Best series ever, but start at the beginning

I love this series more than Harry Potter, more than Disc World, more than Dresden, more than cheese. I’d give up coffee for these books. Start with Midnight Riot, call in sick, and let Kobna Holdbrook-Smith (genius) bring these books to life.

If you’re already a convert, you should know that Lies Sleeping covers a lot of narrative. All the personal plot lines move along, and there are some big surprises. My personal favorite is that we finally meet Abigail’s talking foxes.

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Spectacular!

Whew! So satisfying! Listen, I've been binging on this series for the last couple of weeks. If you haven't heard any of them, start now. The best!

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