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Before I Wake Audiobook
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(3.67) - 2,174 listener ratings
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Dee Henderson's best-selling tales of courage and inspiration have earned her Christy, RITA, and Booksellers Best awards. A gripping murder mystery, Before I Wake pits an FBI-trained private eye against a nefarious serial killer. An FBI undercover operation gone bad convinces Rae Gabriella to move near her hometown and work as a private investigator with another former agent. But the small town of Justice, Illinois, is not as safe as she thinks. Attractive and stylish young women, just like Rae, are quietly dropping dead in their hotel rooms-with money and valuables still untouched. When the next victim turns up just a few rooms away from Rae's hotel room, the grieving parents hire her to investigate. Listeners won't want to miss Henderson's True Valor (K1202), True Honor (K1201), and the other riveting books in her Uncommon Heroes series. "Intriguing plot . fast paced . interesting characters . all of the elements that have made Henderson so popular."-Publishers Weekly
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"Up to this point, I've only read books from her O'Malley series, which I really like. This was a fast paced, captivaating mystery - good for a rainy day when all you rally want to do is curl up and read a good book."
— Debby (4 out of 5 stars)
Before I Wake Listener Reviews
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Jason Bush, 3/4/2022
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" Enjoyable reading, good writing. Would've liked a little more wrap-up in the ending. "
— Cari, 2/14/2014 -
" It was a good read although I didn't like the religious aspect, but that's just me. And I absolutely hated not finding out who the cook was, it's driving me nuts! "
— Ryan, 2/13/2014 -
" Awesome. A bit of romance, a lot of mystery, a bit of gross reality, a bit of humor...these books are a good blend. I have another favorite author now! :D "
— Omi, 2/6/2014 -
" I really want to know if she is ever going to write another story about these characters. I would really like to read it! "
— Miss, 2/3/2014 -
" Good so far, interesting. "
— Allie, 1/30/2014 -
" I do enjoy Dee Henderson's books but this one left me wanting... a lot more! The main plot was left unresolved and I could not really appreciate the main character, Rae. She left me hoping some new girl would move into town for Nathan to become interested in. Bruce just seemed rather wistful that he had let Rae go eleven years ago, but couldn't commit to reopening their relationship. She seemed to play both men for attention/affection. Not a great heroine. I was bothered by the dangling ending, like there should be a few more chapters, or a sequel, which I haven't found. "
— Caroline, 1/25/2014 -
" I enjoyed the story and will read more of this author, but was very frustrated with the ending. She didn't even come close to finishing the story! Lots of loose ends were left open! It's like she just got tired of writing. It would be ok, maybe, if there was a sequel but I think this is a stand alone book. "
— Faith, 1/24/2014 -
" Ok, so normally I am a HUGE fan of Dee Henderson, but this book was the most confusing introduction to a new series that I have ever read. I was THREE HOURS into the audiobook before I knew whether or not the Luke Granger or Sam Chapell referred to in The Witness were the same characters here. Actually, I'm still not sure about those since they mention another town rather than Silverton. Is Gage the same reporter from the O'Malley series? Who knows? Plus, the main character's name is Rae. Now, I KNOW that's not the same as Rachel O'Malley, but since Rae was her nickname and she knew Gage well, it was still confusing to me. If I hadn't read those other books first, I would have found the story interesting for the most part. I did feel that the ending left something to be desired too. I am more interested in a followup to The Witness than I am of this one. "
— Ellen, 1/24/2014 -
" I liked how this wasn't completely solved... not much of real life is all handed to us nice & neat with all of our questions answered. Enough answers to be ok with the ending. "
— Celina, 1/19/2014 -
" great book but it leaves you hanging and she never wrote the next book in the series as far as I can tell "
— Judy, 1/15/2014 -
" It was great until the end!. . . and then it just ended. Frustrating. I don't feel this book had good closure or resolve. It definitely left it open for a sequeal. So where's the sequel??? "
— Lauren, 12/28/2013 -
" Likeable main characters and good plot. Good language and no sex! Would have appreciated a more definitive ending, but it was OK "
— Nadine, 12/25/2013 -
" Before I Wake is a book that kept me on the edge of my seat from the minute I picked it up. I didn't want to put it down till I was finished. I loved the story and would definitely recommend it to my friends. "
— Hannah, 12/22/2013 -
" I loved the storyline and the characters, but It left me wanting a conclusion. I assume there is another book that will be written...I am waiting "
— Tammy, 12/14/2013 -
" Meh. I've loved previous books by this author, but this was disappointing. There was a bunch of character building, but the plot has no conclusion. We don't learn who the villain is or where the relationships go. Overall, it left much to be desired. "
— Sarah, 12/11/2013 -
" It was good but maybe because I have been reading Dee Henderson's books, it wasn't as good as the other series. "
— Sbugsy, 12/10/2013 -
" As much as I love Dee Henderson, I must say this was not my favorite book of hers. It seems like the ending leaves you hanging. "
— Megan, 12/1/2013 -
" I was anticipating a great book, but was disappointed. This one doesn't compare to the O'Malley series of any of Dee Henderson's other books that I've read. "
— Valerie, 6/14/2013 -
" Suspensful, and very interesting. "
— Dianne, 12/14/2012 -
" An interesting read...but there better be a sequel! It leaves lots of unanswered questions. "
— Cambryn, 10/21/2012 -
" Loved this one and anxiously awaiting the next book!!! "
— Kimberly, 8/13/2012 -
" This book rocked! Total page turner. I love mystery novels. Dee Henderson is a Christian wirer, so there is no need to worry about needless, questionable content. Jordyn - you HAVE to read this one!!! "
— Mariah, 4/9/2012 -
" I loved all the characters and story, but the ending left things very unresolved, and there hasn't been a sequel yet!! So it kind of messes it up for me. "
— Dara, 4/7/2012 -
" I enjoy Dee Henderson's writing...she mixes good crime/mystery stories with love and family. Always has a little suspense and leaves me smiling from a dash of romance. "
— Kim, 1/5/2012 -
" The book lost a star because it desperately needs a sequel! "
— Heather, 12/25/2011 -
" Great story as usual for Dee Henderson. Suspenseful and wonderful character development. "
— Skybirdsmom, 11/29/2011 -
" This book is amazing, I have read it several times. If you like a love story, mixed with muder mystert and intrigue this is a book for you. "
— Jacie, 10/10/2011 -
" I liked this book a lot. I didn' care for the ending necessarily; however, it was a good book. Dee Henderson certainly didn't disappoint. "
— Danica, 10/9/2011 -
" Not nearly as good as her O'Malley series- and what was with the ending?!! "
— Laura, 6/13/2011 -
" Likeable main characters and good plot. Good language and no sex! Would have appreciated a more definitive ending, but it was OK "
— Nadine, 5/11/2011 -
" Great plot. Not enough romance for a romance lover...maybe because a sequel's planned? "
— Dora, 5/7/2011 -
" A really good edge of your seat book but I still don’t know who the bad guy is??????? "
— Janice, 5/5/2011 -
" I loved all the characters and story, but the ending left things very unresolved, and there hasn't been a sequel yet!! So it kind of messes it up for me. "
— Dara, 2/16/2011 -
" first time i have read this author. easy read. "
— Evon, 11/27/2010 -
" The book lost a star because it desperately needs a sequel! "
— Heather, 9/26/2010 -
" It was good but maybe because I have been reading Dee Henderson's books, it wasn't as good as the other series. "
— Sbugsy, 8/29/2010 -
" This book was very good. However, it ended rather abruptly so I presume because it is shown to be #1 in a series that there will be another to answer unanswered questions. Recommended. "
— Anne, 8/1/2010 -
" The ending leaves you wanting more, so I hope the sequel is fast coming. Overall good read. "
— Tara, 7/6/2010 -
" I am really hoping this is a series and we can pick up where this one left off. It just...ended. I was turning the page expecting to see another chapter and that was the end of the book. "
— Stacey, 4/24/2010 -
" This was a good read. Another mystery amid my non-fiction. <br/>You may have to write your own ending! "
— Karen, 3/2/2010 -
" I love Dee Henderson and she came through again with this new book (new to me). I plan to read more of this series. "
— Jen, 12/31/2009 -
" I liked this book a lot. I didn' care for the ending necessarily; however, it was a good book. Dee Henderson certainly didn't disappoint. "
— Danica, 12/22/2009
About Dee Henderson
Dee Henderson is the author of over a dozen bestselling novels, including the acclaimed O’Malley and Uncommon Heroes series. As a leader in the inspirational romantic suspense category, her books have won or been nominated for several prestigious industry awards, including the RITA Award, the Christy Award, the ECPA Gold Medallion, the Holt Medallion, the National Readers’ Choice Award, and the Golden Quill. She is a lifelong resident of Illinois.
About Tom Stechschulte
Tom Stechschulte (1948–2021) was an acclaimed narrator and winner of the prestigious Audie Award for Best Narration. He had been a college athlete and business major when a friend dared him to audition for a play. He got the part and traded the locker room for the dressing room, eventually taking him to New York City and to recording audiobooks.