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Live to Tell: A Detective D. D. Warren Novel Audiobook
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“A suspenseful roller-coaster ride.”—Karin Slaughter • “Lisa Gardner always delivers heart-stopping suspense.”—Harlan Coben He knows everything about you—including the first place you’ll hide. On a warm summer night in one of Boston’s working-class neighborhoods, an unthinkable crime has been committed: Four members of a family have been brutally murdered. The father—and possible suspect—now lies clinging to life in the ICU. Murder-suicide? Or something worse? Veteran police detective D. D. Warren is certain of only one thing: There’s more to this case than meets the eye. Danielle Burton is a survivor, a dedicated nurse whose passion is to help children at a locked-down pediatric psych ward. But she remains haunted by a family tragedy that shattered her life nearly twenty-five years ago. The dark anniversary is approaching, and when D. D. Warren and her partner show up at the facility, Danielle immediately realizes: It has started again. A devoted mother, Victoria Oliver has a hard time remembering what normalcy is like. But she will do anything to ensure that her troubled son has some semblance of a childhood. She will love him no matter what. Nurture him. Keep him safe. Protect him. Even when the threat comes from within her own house. The lives of these three women unfold and connect in unexpected ways, as sins from the past emerge—and stunning secrets reveal just how tightly blood ties can bind. Sometimes the most devastating crimes are the ones closest to home.
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"The real question in this book is WHO will live to tell, and why? Garnder deals with the touchy subject of children locked in a psych ward. Of course, because the children are psychotic, they must be the culprits, right? Four families from Boston seem loosely linked at first, but D.D. Warren finds the common thread and tries to cut it before it unravels even more lives. It's a great story that shows how every big city can be a small town, where residents might not KNOW each other, but are still connected. "
— Twigsy (5 out of 5 stars)
Live to Tell Listener Reviews
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Deborah, 9/6/2021
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" This is my favorite of the D.D. Warren novels. This one carries such strong women characters! "
— Sara, 2/17/2014 -
" I have read almost all of the Detective DD Warren series now and I think that this book is the best of them! LG writes with the usual suspense and finely crafted plot, but the fact that children could potentially be murderers gives you a new/different perspective as you read this story. "
— June, 2/14/2014 -
" Not one of her better stories. "
— Tracey, 2/13/2014 -
" Although this book was very well written and interesting to read, the subject matter was disturbing to me because it had to do with seriously unbalanced children. "
— Karen, 1/13/2014 -
" Another gripping tale of murder and mayhem. The plot twists are surprising and I always think I have everything figured out, only to find one more twist I didn't see coming. Loved it. "
— Jeanne, 1/13/2014 -
" Well, I think I found another character and author I like. D.D is a tough 40 y.o. female detective. This book was filled with some emotional tales involving children and had a surprising endind. I'm now on to my next D.D. Warren book. "
— Debby, 1/6/2014 -
" could not put it down, great pace, twists and turns, not 100% I liked the ending though... "
— Lindasueanne, 1/5/2014 -
" Brilliant. Review to follow. "
— Boof, 1/5/2014 -
" Great voice!! "
— Avery, 1/5/2014 -
" Wow! I think this is my favorite Lisa Gardner book. What an awesome author. "
— Liberty, 1/2/2014 -
" Excellent book!! Finished this baby in about two days (could NOT put it down)...super bummed I have to wait til 2011 for D.D. Warren #5 :( "
— Melissa, 12/11/2013 -
" I recommend this book to any good reader I give it 2 thumbs up "
— Almaeterna, 11/15/2013 -
" A page turner just like the first 4 in the series. The ending was a total surprise. "
— Kerry, 10/22/2013 -
" Loved it. Another page turner and couldn't guess the outcome "
— Jane, 9/26/2013 -
" Kept me guessing and on the edge of my seat the whole time. Great story line. "
— Theresa, 9/26/2013 -
" Another great one in the D.D. Warren series. In this book, D.D. investigates two families that have been murdered, is there a link, or is it just a coincidence? I can't wait to start the next one... "
— Kristin, 8/14/2013 -
" This was a good book. The first of Lisa Gardner's that I have read. Definitely want to read more "
— Keri, 8/11/2013 -
" Listened to this book. Again, another great mystery from this author. The subject (children with psychotic problems) is a little difficult to hear. The mystery well thought out and with some twists. "
— Jeanette, 6/24/2013 -
" No surprise here...Lisa Gardner always delivers a great edge of your seat nail biter! It was awesome. "
— Sharon, 6/18/2013 -
" Brilliant - love this writers mind!!! keeps you guessing all the way through. Great book - i could not put it down - thoroughly recommended! "
— Fifi, 12/24/2012 -
" It's great to get completely engrossed in a book from page one. Lisa Gardner rarely disappoints and this is no exception. "
— Ruth, 10/24/2012 -
" Great tight thriller! "
— Corky, 8/8/2012 -
" Another great book by Lisa!!! "
— Allison, 6/19/2012 -
" This is the first book that I have read written by Lisa Grdner. I will be looking for more of her books to read. "
— Kimberly, 4/29/2012 -
" Riveting, compelling, horrifying: all the elements of a great summer thriller! "
— LaDawn, 3/28/2012 -
" Loved the character. It had me guessing between two as the possible murderer with an interesting twist at the end. Should've seen that coming. "
— Kt, 3/28/2012 -
" Engrossing story. One of her best perhaps. Interesting info re mental illness in children and the effects on the parents' lives "
— Lesley, 2/27/2012 -
" Another D.D. Warren in a psychological suspense thriller - good read. "
— Deborah, 1/19/2012 -
" Lisa Gardner does suspense very, very well. And on top of that, she has characters. "
— L, 8/29/2011 -
" A great read! I learned a lot about mental illness in young children--very disturbing. The mystery was compelling as well! "
— Debra, 8/15/2011 -
" Very good, well written, book. "
— Sally, 7/29/2011 -
" i love all of her books! "
— Rebekah, 5/29/2011 -
" Although I was concerned that this novel centered around behavior disordered kids, I feel Lisa certainly did the topic justice. Also,I am glad to see D.D.getting more of a personal life. "
— Academicsupport, 5/18/2011 -
" This was a hum-dinger of a mystery--well written, lots of depth.It deals with pediatric psychiatry--children no one knows how to help, family annihilatiion, child murderers. Now I will read more of this author's books--has written quite a few. "
— Barbara, 5/17/2011 -
" A scary tale about child mental illness and murder. Another D.D. Warren detective novel set in Boston. There are always great twists and it keeps you guessing until the end. "
— Gregory, 5/9/2011 -
" By Far her BEST book ever...& all her books r good <br/> "
— Thnjul, 5/8/2011 -
" This book was wonderful - I couldn't put it down and it was filled with suspense and questions. This is one of my favorite new books. I will be looking to read more of this author. "
— Barbara, 5/4/2011 -
" Love this author. An overnight fast read. "
— Gayenell, 4/26/2011 -
" Ok, I'm now convinced that all children are just one bad experience away from turning homicidal. "
— Christina, 4/23/2011 -
" One of the best books in series. I couldn't do anything but read, it wsas never ending thrill ride till the end. "
— Tracy, 4/20/2011 -
" Another good-for-a-quick-read book, but terrifying enough that it has to be a quick read. I'm glad I've never worked with crazy kids like the ones in this book. "
— Amy, 4/18/2011 -
" It kept me in a state of non knowing as far as the *culprit*, kept my attention enuf I will find more of hte series to read. <br/> <br/>As often is the case with this kind of book.... I truly cannot fathom the mind that can implement such brutality :( "
— Kayeb, 4/18/2011 -
" My first title by this author. I would read a second book. "
— Sherry, 4/17/2011 -
" It was another great book by Lisa Gardner. Although, the subject mattered disturbed me some. She is still one of my favorite writers. I love how thorough her research is on all the subject matters in her books. I learned alot from this book about children with mental illnesses. "
— Cynthia, 4/13/2011
About Lisa Gardner
Lisa Gardner is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of twenty-one suspense novels, including The Neighbor, which won Thriller of the Year from the International Thriller Writers.
About the Narrators
Kirsten Potter has won several awards, including more than a dozen AudioFile Earphones Awards and been a three-time finalist for the prestigious Audie Award for best narration. Her work has been recognized by the National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts and by AudioFile magazine, among many others. She graduated with highest honors from Boston University and has performed on stage and in film and television, including roles on Medium, Bones, and Judging Amy.
Rebecca Lowman is an actress and audiobook narrator who has won numerous Earphones Awards. She has starred in numerous television shows, including Law & Order, Big Love, NCIS, and Grey’s Anatomy, among many others. She earned her MFA from Columbia University.
Ann Marie Lee is a seven-time winner of the AudioFile Earphones Award for narration. She is a Los Angeles–based actress with television credits that include ER, Law & Order: Criminal Intent, and Nip/Tuck. Her stage performances for Broadway National Tours and regional theater include Peter Pan, As You Like It, Heartbreak House, and The Cherry Orchard.