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Speaks the Nightbird

By: Robert R. McCammon
Narrated by: Edoardo Ballerini
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Audie Award Nominee, Fiction, 2013

Judgment of the Witch

The Carolinas, 1699: The citizens of Fount Royal believe a witch has cursed their town with inexplicable tragedies - and they demand that beautiful widow Rachel Howarth be tried and executed for witchcraft. Presiding over the trial is traveling magistrate Issac Woodward, aided by his astute young clerk, Matthew Corbett. Believing in Rachel's innocence, Matthew will soon confront the true evil at work in Fount Royal....

Evil Unveiled

After hearing damning testimony, magistrate Woodward sentences the accused witch to death by burning. Desperate to exonerate the woman he has come to love, Matthew begins his own investigation among the townspeople. Piecing together the truth, he has no choice but to vanquish a force more malevolent than witchcraft in order to save his beloved Rachel - and free Fount Royal from the menace claiming innocent lives.

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Critic reviews

“Edoardo Ballerini performs this story of accusation and fear flawlessly. He effortlessly switches his pitch, accents, and timbre to suit the unfortunate Rachel Howarth, the endless curious Corbett, and the various determined characters, good and evil.” (AudioFile)
"a compelling story that should find a wide readership. Highly recommended for popular fiction collections." (Library Journal)
"An excellent story, full of tension and suspense.” (Stephen King)
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This story is not generally my kind of subject matter, but both the author and narrator have gripped me with a very, very clever story, that is as factual and historic as it is murder, mystery.
I only really downloaded this because I was absolutely blown away by Swan Song which after 34 hours of listening, I was left wishing there were another 34 hours remaining, I was that enthralled.
I have already downloaded the next 2 instalments in the Matthew Corbett series and I cannot wait. Summed up in 1 sentence ' Robert McCammon doesn't just write, he paints images that immerse you into the very fabric of the story'.

Very, Very Clever

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A very enjoyable story with an unusual setting and interesting characters. Well written and sympathetically narrated.

Good escapism

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The second last chapter was a bit drawn out. It is a kind book. Also a sightly slow start, but all in all, well worth the perseverance. A truly enjoyable book.

Great read.

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Robert McCammon is now my all-time favourite author and I've read thousands of books in my lifetime. Edoardo Ballerini is also an amazing narrator. What a combination! I savoured every sentence of this book and re-wound it if I missed any. Having written a couple of novels myself I can appreciate the in-depth research and meticulous approach Robert applies to his writing. I can only aspire to be a tenth as good as he is. The book gripped me straight away and didn't let go even after I'd finished it. I'm so happy there is a whole series to be enjoyed. Thank you Robert and Edoardo for such high class entertainment.

Wow! What a fantastic book!

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Thought I would try something different and glad I did. If you are bored with your normal choice try this I don't think you will be disappointed

Great Listen

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