
The Gathering Dark
Inspector McLean, Book 8
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Narrated by:
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Ian Hanmore
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James Oswald
About this listen
Penguin presents the audiobook edition of The Gathering Dark by James Oswald, read by Ian Hanmore.
A truck driver loses control in central Edinburgh, ploughing into a crowded bus stop and spilling his vehicle's toxic load. The consequences are devastating.
DI Tony McLean witnesses the carnage. Taking control of the investigation, he soon realises there is much that is deeply amiss - and everyone involved seems to have something to hide.
But as McLean struggles to uncover who caused the tragedy, a second crisis develops: the new Chief Superintendent's son is missing, last seen in the area of the crash....
Brilliantly plotted and utterly compelling, this is the gripping new novel in the best-selling Inspector McLean series.
©2017 James Oswald (P)2017 Penguin AudioWhat listeners say about The Gathering Dark
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- Amazon Customer
- 04-02-18
Darkness continues...
I think Tony could cut a break at this stage-good story and excellent narration, but a bit of happiness is long overdue....come on Mr Oswald!
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- kay appleton
- 18-05-19
dark and gripping
yet another well constructed storyline, introducing a more human sadness into the finale. how can you follow this yet more sadness for Tony.
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- Dana
- 28-03-19
More of Tony being a work-obsesssed dolt
Getting a bit tiresome really.
"McLean knew he should ring Emma... but he didn't. He'd make it up to her later"
That's the theme of the whole book really - forgetting to check up on her for the whole day when she's been rushed to hospital, neglecting to call when he really should, missing antenatal classes... Makes me want to punch him in the face, which is not what I want in a main character.
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- Pinkped
- 02-07-19
loved this book
loved this book, gripping from the start to the end. a 5 star listen, this series is brilliant.
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- Donna Turton
- 15-01-24
intense and sad story of loss all around
more information on dan to understand his character better.Madam Rose could have had a bigger part to try and warn them about the baby
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- Flint
- 01-03-18
A very enjoyable read
The first time I listened to this book I felt a bit disappointed. I had waited for it for a long time and when I finished it I didn’t think it had as good a plot as the previous books. However it prompted me to listen to the whole series in order and when I listened to this book for a second time I found it more enjoyable and I realised that there was considerably more to the plot than I had given it credit for the first time.
It is a good story with an odd end, but there are lots of twists and turns to keep the reader interested and as always there is a sprinkling of the supernatural. Mrs McCutcheon’s cat and Madam Rose are my favourite characters in the series as a whole but it is hard to identify a favourite character in this book. I rather liked the new Chief Superintendent but it seems that there will be more changes to get used to in the next book.
I like the supernatural element, I think he gets it just right. Best of all I like the wonderful narration by Ian Hanmore, he brings the books to life.
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- jessie
- 26-02-21
Never fails to enthral
Can't fault James Oswald, every book is a winner., this particular one has a touch of the supernatural that gives for me that extra bite.
The narrator is excellent - don't change him please, he is necessary to James Oswald's books.
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- Alan Hughes
- 03-02-18
moving and breathtaking listen
an excellent read the takes you through some detailed and elaborate plot twists with grace. Tony is an amazing character with true strength and vulnerability
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- KJB
- 09-09-23
Loved it and want more!
1st time listening to this author and character- really enjoyed it and the narration made it even better.. Need to look for more now.
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- Amazon Customer
- 07-08-24
Excellent
Excellent storyline, great narration having listened to all the series so far I care about the characters even the cat. Looking forward to the next one. Absolutely recommend.
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