Moving Target (Abridged) Audiobook, by Elizabeth Lowell Play Audiobook Sample

Moving Target (Abridged) Audiobook

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Read By: Maria Tucci Publisher: HarperAudio Listen Time: at 1.0x Speed 3.67 hours at 1.5x Speed 2.75 hours at 2.0x Speed Series: The Rarities Unlimited Series Release Date: October 2004 Format: Abridged Audiobook ISBN: 9780060783273

Quick Stats About this Audiobook

Total Audiobook Chapters:

8

Longest Chapter Length:

44:40 minutes

Shortest Chapter Length:

37:57 minutes

Average Chapter Length:

42:08 minutes

Audiobooks by this Author:

27

Other Audiobooks Written by Elizabeth Lowell: > View All...

Publisher Description

"When your read this, I'll be dead…"

These are the troubling words Serena Charter's grandmother has written on a note accompanying four pages of a centuries-old illuminated manuscript delivered after the old woman's passing.

Seeking clues to the mystery laid out before her, Serena turns to Erik North, a reclusive manuscript appraiser with a passion for the past. Erik's examination of the vellum pages raises perplexing questions – about Serena's legacy, the possible location of the remainder of the manuscript…and the senseless murder of an eccentric old woman.

Suddenly, Serena and Erik find themselves in the center of a firestorm that rages between two worlds…a past long dead yet living on in an ancient text and a contemporary landscape fraught with terror. Now, there is no one they trust except each other as they get closer to a shocking revelation about what is really at stake and how far a killer will go to possess a vanished treasure.

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"This was a book that I picked up and thought that it would be interesting. I did not know the author. I am not sure why I picked it, but sure am glad that I did. A grandmother dies and her grand-daughter is left pages of manuscript that is centuries old. Not sure if they are worth anything, she starts researching them. She would have never even thought of where her journey would take her. Frequently I read books about a subject matter that I am not particularly interented in, but then I get caught up in the story and find that I am learning a lot. This happened in the story of the manuscript. A bit of a love story. A few good guys and tons of bad guys (isn't there always). Kept me on the edge of my seat. Was a great read. Sure am glad that I picked up this book."

— Jeanne (4 out of 5 stars)

Quotes

  • “Moving Target [is] a story of ancient relics, powerful magic, and timeless adventure.” 

    — Barnes & Noble editorial review
  • “Maria Tucci’s deep, rich voice brings Elizabeth Lowell’s novel to life...[She] expertly guides the listener from scene to scene and makes it easy to follow the surprising subplots. Her relaxed pace encourages the listener to sit back and enjoy.” 

    — AudioFile
  • “Nothing is quite as it seems in this intricate story, which is as finely woven as the wondrous scarf Serena inherits, granting Lowell fans everything they want and have come to expect from her enormously popular romances.” 

    — Booklist

Awards

  • A New York Times bestseller

Moving Target Listener Reviews

Overall Performance: 3.36363636363636 out of 53.36363636363636 out of 53.36363636363636 out of 53.36363636363636 out of 53.36363636363636 out of 5 (3.36)
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  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Very interesting idea for a story, I loved the personal note at the end as to where the author got her idea. I will try out the second book of the series. "

    — Jacque, 2/17/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " After 3 book break I'm back to reading this huge batch of Elizabeth Lowell books I got from the library. "

    — Dianna, 2/16/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " This was a fun and very enjoyable read. Even after six years this book is something I have kept. "

    — Mary, 2/1/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Realized I'd read it before but, what the hey, I'm reading it again, albeit at a much faster pace. "

    — Lindig, 1/24/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Good story. I liked the heroine and hero. They think. "

    — Mary, 1/19/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " This book is horribly overwritten and if I had been reading it, I probably would have been groaning out loud much more than I was, but it made for a pretty good book to listen to on CD, since it was fast paced and full of action. "

    — Alisa, 12/27/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " This book started just a little slow. I've had it for years and just decided to pick it up as part of of my 2011 reading goal and I'm glad I did. A fun thriller that wasn't too gory and had some sexy romance too :) "

    — Dawn, 9/29/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I enjoyed the book and think that Elizabeth Lowell does her homework before writing her novels. Characters sometimes are a bit undeveloped and motivations unclear. Usually the plot still gets me in. "

    — Elcee, 9/23/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " OK, but not thrilling. "

    — April, 8/19/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " This book surprised me. After reading the reviews, I didn't have high hopes, but I really liked it. The story was intriguing and there was a nice balance of suspense, supernatural and romance. "

    — Tori, 8/13/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Typical Elizabeth Lowell. Not bad, not great. An easy escape for taking into the bath, or unwinding before bed. "

    — Stephanie, 8/5/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Liked this book - but I usually like anything that Lowell writes. I loved the whimsy intermixed with the mystery of this book. Looking forwarding to reading the next Rarities Unlimited book. "

    — Randi, 5/22/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Enjoyed this book. Can't wait to start another one after I study the Kaplan "

    — Emma, 4/22/2013
  • Overall Performance: 1 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 5

    " It is a light ,fun book "

    — Maysoon, 3/15/2013
  • Overall Performance: 1 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 5

    " Static "

    — Sajeev, 3/4/2013
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " I was hoping this would be a good series but I did not like the audio version or the person that read it. The characters were pretty dull and the plot was lackluster. "

    — Dawn, 10/1/2012
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I thought this was a bit overrated. They gave out a lot of clues and tried to throw in some sex for interest sake. Not a greeat book. "

    — Cindy, 8/20/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " A gripping read. I didn't want to put the book down. "

    — Kate, 8/14/2012
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I expected a little more mystic elements or a little less. It just didn't feel like it had the right balance. Interesting topic, though, if you like are beyond painting. "

    — Janalynn, 9/24/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " This was the first book I've read by this author and while I wasn't very impressed with this book, it wasn't bad enough that I wouldn't try another book by this author. Just didn't find it that interesting; storyline wasn't that great and the characters uninteresting. "

    — Melissa, 8/3/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Suspense novel about a weaver and art collectors/dealers. "

    — Salsadancer, 11/23/2010
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Little difficult to get started in but ultimately a good mystery. "

    — Athornton, 10/29/2010
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Interesting contemporary thriller, romance, and pursuit of an esoteric artifact. Great atmosphere, dialogue, give and take. Oodles of alpha males and strong intelligent females populating the story.I don't know anything about palimpsests and I am learning a lot! "

    — Saadia, 10/22/2010
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Another fun book with intrugue, murder and romance. "

    — Sherri, 9/24/2010
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I expected a little more mystic elements or a little less. It just didn't feel like it had the right balance. Interesting topic, though, if you like are beyond painting. "

    — Janalynn, 9/20/2010
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Liked this book - but I usually like anything that Lowell writes. I loved the whimsy intermixed with the mystery of this book. Looking forwarding to reading the next Rarities Unlimited book. "

    — Randi, 8/15/2010
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " This was a fun and very enjoyable read. Even after six years this book is something I have kept. "

    — Mary, 8/12/2010
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " I enjoyed the book and think that Elizabeth Lowell does her homework before writing her novels. Characters sometimes are a bit undeveloped and motivations unclear. Usually the plot still gets me in. "

    — Elcee, 8/9/2010
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Little difficult to get started in but ultimately a good mystery. "

    — Athornton, 7/8/2010
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I really enjoy Elizabeth Lowell's novels. She has the perfect combination on suspense and romance. This book was very good. The book circles around the underworld of the art trade. I would definately recommend this book. "

    — Kiana, 4/26/2010
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I loved this book. Anyone who loves books will love the story wrapped around this one. It was a facinating look back into history as it follows the creation and preservation of a unique manuscript. "

    — Richard, 2/23/2010
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Typical Elizabeth Lowell. Not bad, not great. An easy escape for taking into the bath, or unwinding before bed. "

    — Stephanie, 12/13/2009
  • Overall Performance: 1 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 5

    " It is a light ,fun book "

    — Maysoon, 9/19/2009

About Elizabeth Lowell

Elizabeth Lowell’s acclaimed suspense novels include the New York Times bestsellers Blue Smoke and Murder, Innocent as Sin, The Wrong Hostage, Always Time to Die, The Color of Death, Die in Plain Sight, Running Scared, and Moving Target, as well as four books featuring the Donovan family: Amber Beach, Jade Island, Pearl Cove, and Midnight in Ruby Bayou. She has more than thirty million books in print. She lives in Arizona and Seattle, Washington, with her husband, with whom she writes mystery novels under a pseudonym.

About Maria Tucci

Maria Tucci is an Italian born actress. She has had roles on Broadway for over twenty years and was nominated for a 1967 Tony Award as Best Supporting or Featured Actress (Dramatic) for The Rose Tattoo. In films, she is best known for her role in To Die For. She has appeared in numerous television series, including Law & Order. As a professional audiobook narrator, she has shared with other cast members in the Audie Award nomination in 2010 for Selected Shorts: A Touch of Magic and in 2007 for Selected Shorts: Vol. 19 Timeless Classics. She is married to the eminent American editor Robert Gottlieb.