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Blood Lines
- Narrated by: Nigel Anthony
- Length: 6 hrs and 52 mins
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Summary
'I think you know who killed your stepfather', said Wexford. So begins this scintillating collection of long and short stories by Ruth Rendell. It was clear both to Wexford and Burden that Tom Peterlee was not killed for 360 pounds, but various people would have liked them to think he was...
It is a case which reminds the Chief Inspector that there is only a thin line dividing the cop from the criminal.
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- Katharine Kirby
- 21-11-22
Slightly dated but no matter
These stories leave you thinking.
My absolute favourite was the last one set in mainly on Mallorca but several of the shorter ones packed equal punch notably the one about the Shopaholic. Only the first was a little tedious. These included readings especially the ones by Nigel Anthony are outstanding. Ruth Rendell certainly understood human nature. Her writing is extraordinary, full of depth, intuitive thinking and fascinatingly imagined situations. What a life what a writer. Unsurpassed in her genres.
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- Mrs. Patricia Stafford
- 04-02-24
Brilliant writing
Intriguing stories from a master of the art. Beautifully written, perfectly narrated. I thoroughly enjoyed listening to this book.
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- Kindle Customer
- 30-12-22
Not a bad bunch of stories
Not so sure about some where I could not figure out any ending but most where implicating some solution. Not sure my endings were the intended one but that’s why they are short stories to keep the suspense and imagination alive. They would not be of interest of all readers but it’s not a waste of time either to try this format for a change.
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- Amazon Customer
- 27-08-23
So original
An eclectic collection of very short and long short stories. Very entertaining. The last story in particular was exceptional in my opinion.
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- Lina
- 07-05-23
Brilliant stories
Absolutely loved this book, some brilliant stories and excellent narration. Rendell has really grown in me lately and I particularly liked some of the stories in this one
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- Jeannette Matelot Green
- 10-09-21
Compelling
I think this is the best long short story by Ruth Rendell. I was spellbound. Marvellous narration too.
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- Amazon Customer
- 29-06-23
Really enjoyed
Kinda knew what the end was going to be, still really good story. Good narrator.
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- W. King
- 19-01-23
Good collection of short stories.
I enjoyed every one of these short stories - a couple were outstanding. Perfectly narrated by Nigel Anthony using character voices.
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- Ann Batten
- 09-07-23
Great story
Really enjoyed this one. The story unfolded interestingly and did not disappoint! The twist at the end was clever although I was expecting the conclusion it took.
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- Flint
- 07-12-14
Disappointing
Would you try another book written by Ruth Rendell or narrated by Nigel Anthony?
Nigel Anthony reads well but this book was uninspiring and uninteresting. I would buy another Ruth Rendell if it was a Wexford book but I wouldn't buy a collection of short stories or other Ruth Rendell novel
What will your next listen be?
Not a Ruth Rendell, I think it will be Playing Beattie Bow by Ruth Park.
What about Nigel Anthony’s performance did you like?
He reads well and he has a pleasant voice.
Could you see Blood Lines being made into a movie or a TV series? Who would the stars be?
I seriously hope not, there was nothing in the book that is worth turning into a television play or series.
Any additional comments?
This book was a waste of money.
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