Burial Ground

A Detective Sam Collins Mystery, Book 3

By: Stephen B King

Narrated by: Geoffrey Boyes

Tammy and Greg meet at a bonfire party in the Perth Roleystone hills and sneak away for some alone time to a long disused gravel pit. Once there they disturb two men burying a body. They attack and kill Greg and chase a near naked Tammy through the hills throughout the night. She is found by a farmer, dehydrated, suffering hypothermia and delirious. She tells Detective Inspector Sam Collins and Sergeant Jenny Markham of the Major Crime Squad what she witnessed and reports the murder of Greg. But his body is found in his burnt out car at the bottom of a cliff, and the death was reported as alcohol and speed related, which casts doubt on Tammy’s recollections.

Disbelieving the official crash report the detectives investigate to discover two serial killers who have been burying their victims at the gravel pit, for seventeen years. This is the biggest case of mass murder in the history of the West Australian history.

©2024 Stephen B King (P)2024 Stephen B King

Incredibly disturbing dark end to this trilogy

While the preceding two audiobooks in the Sam Collins series were thrilling and captivating, this latest installment surpasses them all. In "The Vigilante and the Dancer," we found ourselves rooting for the character who sparked a gang war by eliminating the most nefarious elements of the criminal underworld and freeing the public from their terror. The second book in the series depicted an internet chatroom dalliance that ended disastrously as Dave Brandon delved into the murky world of online interactions.

This third production delves into the darkest and most disturbing activities of a deranged father and son duo. It's challenging not to let your imagination wander to the bleakest corners as the heinous crime is unveiled. Once again, Steven demonstrates his adeptness at not only exposing the actions of such individuals but also providing profound insights as he traces the origins of the abuse and the twisted circumstances that lead to such abhorrent behavior.

It serves as a fitting conclusion, yet I can't help but wish for more, if possible, beyond this.

5+ stars for this brilliant thriller!

Story Impressions –



Burial Ground is a terrifying thriller featuring two serial killers, as if one serial killer isn’t enough. From the first moment I started listening to this audiobook, fear froze me to the spot. I couldn’t stop listening. Every scene is accurately portrayed by Geoffrey Boyes. The tension builds as DI Sam Collins and Sergeant Jenny Markham investigate. This is a gruesomely dark tale and perfect for any thriller reader. Start listening today.


Narrator’s overall voice –

Geoffrey Boyes is a superb narrator, one of the best I’ve heard. His voice creates the imagery needed to follow the story.


Does the narrator fit the characters?

There were many times I would close my eyes and could picture what was going on. Geoffrey also invokes emotion while reading.


Narrator’s reading style –

Geoffrey’s reading style is the perfect rhythm, allowing the listener to be fully invested in the story.


Narrator’s impact on reading experience –

Everything from his pacing to the inflection in his voice to the recreation of the characters to the emotional impact on the listener all combine to create an excellent reading experience.


Narrator’s pacing –

The narrator’s pacing is unhurried in parts, fast in others, which comes across as natural ebbs and flows of the story. It’s a superb performance.


Audiobook flow –

The flow of the audiobook is in harmony with the flow of the story. I immersed myself in the story and thoroughly enjoyed it.


What makes this audiobook unique –

What makes this unique is the storyline and the way Geoffrey brought it to life. The scariness is intense, and I screamed a couple of times.


Would I recommend this audiobook –

YES! I would recommend this to any reader looking for a crime thriller to read. There is a full cast of characters and Geoffrey brings each one to life. Highly recommend!