Tears of Glass

Tears of Glass

Written by: David Lake

Narrated by: Fred Filbrich

Length: 11 hrs and 27 mins

Unabridged Audiobook

Release Date:01-06-17

Publisher: Edwards

I thought this was very interesting listen but very confusing at times. I really enjoyed the twists and turns that at times is rather shocking. There were a few times my mouth fell open and I thought oh my. I never really got a handle on this audio beside the high government wants Morgan dead because they thought he knows something he should not. I never worked out what was so important about the tape from what I could tell the only important it has is that Morgan loved it and it fit his feelings. I do use music myself to go with the mood I am in. Some songs tell my story or part of it and pull me in. I just thought playing each song all the way through gave it more important than it needed. I think part of each song would have been better. I did enjoy how the narrator pointed out things about Morgan or what he was doing throughout the music. Since I listened to this I wonder how the songs were dealt with in the book it’s self.

Mr. Filbrich did a really good job of narration, there was a little issue at the beginning where you could hear him swallow but over time that went away. He has improved in this area from other audios of his I have listened to. He has a very lovely voice that is very pleasant to listen to. I loved his British accent I thought it was wonderful. I thought the narrator bought the story to life but needs to work on giving more emotion to his characters. I found them to be a little flat at times not enough excitement when they are in danger or when they are working on their relationship. They just didn’t connect as a couple no passion. I just didn’t feel the excitement or rush from gets into a fight or near death. I thought his male and female voices were lovely. I had no trouble knowing who was talking. There are no background noises, no volume changes, if any breaks were taken I could not tell. Over all I thought he did a really good job and look forward to listening to more of his work.

When the author went into the science part of the bomb I was totally lost and went way over my head as things were pointed out which made it a little hard to understand and was confusing. At times I found my mind wondering. I am unsure if too much information was given or not enough. It was a good ending but confusing. I found the part about what the government has for defense very interesting. I am unsure of what happened to the bomb that were made since the whole book was built around it I would have liked more information at the end. It does seem that the author has set this up for a series since the ending was unclear. It will be interesting to see where he takes this story.

Bottom line I enjoyed it, I thought it was worth my time but was confusing. The twists are outstanding and some shocking. The surprises keep you on your toes. Not everything is as it seems. I do feel that some of the songs takes away from what the author really wanted us to see. For a debut story it was good.

This is on Kindle Unlimited for those that have that service.

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Summary

A child of the sixties, desperately holding on to the dreams of that generation, the girl whole stole his heart, and the songwriter who touched his soul. These three are drawn together as they become reluctant fugitives, but from whom? The deaths of his friends, the gay cell of the CIA, 22 British scientists meeting with fatal accidents, the royal family's own Secret Service, a schizophrenic cockney knight, and whole countries being run by organized crime. This jigsaw eventually forms a frightening picture; but have the pieces been put together correctly?
This contemporary thriller is integrated with 14 songs - necessary to the full appreciation of the novel. The songs drive the narrative. Or is it the other way around?

Beyond Secrets: A Madison Hart Mystery
By DB Jones

5 Stars
My Review
For me this book started out slow but soon took off as the author sucked me in with a page turner. She gives you some major twist that you won't see coming. I had this mystery of who done it worked out after the first few chapters. I thought to myself hummm this was to easy. I FORGOT only believe half of what you see and never anything you read. I had part of it worked out but I never saw that coming for sure. LOL. She gives you mystery, suspense, thrills and danger as she throws in just a little romance. This author knows how to draw you in and keep your attention as she spins a wonderful tale of who, what and when. There is a killer loose who will be the next victim?  What is it going to take to bring the killer in before another women comes up missing

 Madison is with the FBI when her sister gets sick her old friend calls her in to help with a case that just doesn't feel right. It is a missing person they want to do an article on it thinking it will be news worthy. They start thinking all the missing women are tied together now to find what they have in command. As they get closer to the killer Madison life could be in danger. They must find the killer before more women come up missing. Madison has her hands full as she partners with Detective Logan sparks fly as the meet head on to work through the puzzles in a race to find the killer.  I really like Madison she is strong not letting anything get in her way of putting the pieces together. She is a hard worker who is caring and helpful to those around her. She really gives 110 percent to her job and her family. She really cares about these victims and does everything in her power to find them.

When Josh Logan first meets Madison he thinks she is a stuck up lady with an attitude like most FBI sticking their nose where it doesn't belong.  It doesn't take him long to know she knows her stuff as he follows her around piece it together. He just wishes he didn't find her attractive which is making it hard to keep his mind on his job. Oh they butt heads a few times this sure is one bullhead women. She is like a dog with a bone, never stops and keeps him on his toes. When things take a turn and it looks like she is in danger he does everything he can to keep her safe. Josh is good at his job, together these two make on heck of a team. I really like Josh he is kind of an alpha with a great sense of humor, caring and very protective.

This is one author that doesn't give much away as she spins a wonderful story that sucks you in with a compelling read. There are very few clues of who the killer is but if you look close enough you might work it out. She gives you wonderful characters with such compassion not only for their jobs but for those around them. The supporting characters are great even those you aren't supposed to like you can't help but like. She keeps your heart pumping as you think she is going to take the story one way and she goes another. This was a very well written story with pain as they find the missing women trying to work out who the killer is and why. I could not put this book down and read it at one setting. The author gives you just a hint of romance with her main story being of the missing women. At times she gives you a humorous read with keeps the story interesting. This is one author to keep your eyes on as I am sure she will someday be a bestseller. I found her in a post where others were talking about what a wonderful author she is. The author and book description got my attention what I found was an author that is a pot of gold who is very talented and gives a compelling read that you do not want to put down.. I cannot wait to read the next in this series to see what Madison gets into and where it takes her. I am really surprised this author doesn't have more reviews she is very talented as she gives you a wonderful entertaining read that keeps you turning the pages. If you haven't read anything by this author you really should pick up this book.   

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About the Author
DB Jones lives in the hills of Virginia and sits at her desk overlooking the Blue Ridge Mountains where she loves writing Mysteries. Her series are packed with mystery, intrigue, passion, suspense, and murder. She also writes for the young adult and young at heart through her vivid fantasy worlds. She says the diversity challenges her imagination.

Before writing she and her husband composed and recorded melodic flute music for over 30 years until he passed away in 2002.

DB's love of the creative side of life led her to music, painting and then writing. She only anticipated writing the one story that had lain in the back of her mind since childhood. But once she started hammering away at the keyboard, she discovered there were many other characters screaming to have their spotlight on the page.

Her first novel was the beginning of a Fantasy Trilogy, Willow of Endless Waters, but it didn't take long after that until she burst onto the pages of Mystery and Crime Fiction.
DB loves sitting on her patio sipping wine with friends and family and watching her Koi rambling in and out of the many caves and grasses that fill her pond.

To find more about DB, visit her on Facebook: http://www. facebook.com/dbjones.author
Her website: http://www.dbjones-author.com/
or her blog on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/7418167.D_B_Jones

Life is filled with challenges, blessing and the awareness. I believe that there are no guarantees in life. But one thing I'm sure of, is that for me, I'd rather die regretting the things I've done, than to regret the things I didn't do but could have. So with this my new motto, I've decided to pursue what has lain quiescent in the back of my mind...