Lightning Strikes

An Andromeda Spencer Novel Book 1

By: Theresa Parker

Narrated by: Holly Adams

Award Winner: Reader's Favorite - 2017 International Book Awards

As if being struck by lightning wasn't bad enough, I spent a month in a coma afterwards. Of course, that was when I was a teenager. It left me with some pretty unusual abilities. For instance, I can find just about anything or anyone. Oh, and I can see ghosts, too!

I pick up extra cash working with the local PD. I'm their go-to girl when they have someone they need to find. Despite all of this, my life is pretty boring - that is, until the very hot Detective Nick Cavanaugh came into my life. Boy, did we get off on the wrong foot. I was asked to pair up with Detective Cavanaugh to look for three missing children. Did I mention that he doesn't believe in my superpowers?

When we discover the children have been kidnapped, the search takes us up into the mountains and old mining towns. With time running out and my abilities going wonky, Cavanaugh is ready to drop me from the case. Pffft! As if that will stop me!

©2010 Theresa Parker (P)2015 Theresa Parker

Quirky, Fun Cozy-Like, Paranormal Romantic Mystery

This was a fun, light mystery that should appeal to varied tastes. Cozy lovers should like it Police detective mystery lovers should like it. Paranormal mystery fans should like it. Romantic suspense fans should like it. And people who like mystery thrillers with humor and quirky characters like the Stephanie Plum series, will love this book.

The book was enjoyable, well written and well performed with many humorous moments. Grandma was a real hoot. And the heroine was sort of a surrogate parent to her own parents as her parents have no business sense.

I am eagerly awaiting the next book of the series as I am eager to see what develops in regards to the sexual sparks between the heroine Andromeda, and the hunky detective Cavanaugh.


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What a surprise! This book was so fun!

Any additional comments?

This was my first listen to a book by Theresa Parker. I was pleasantly surprised by how enjoyable it was. I loved how the story took off right away. Sometimes it is difficult to know if you will like a book that you are listening to if the beginning drags and you feel like you have to make a decision about whether to push through and give it a chance or abandon hope for feeling the connection you get when characters are portrayed well. Not this book. This was also my first listen to Holly Adams. Her narration was great for these characters, and it helps that she was able to channel the humor that Ms. Parker has written into Lightning Strikes so well. I am eager to listen to the next book in the series! Let's not take our time on that okay ladies?This book was provided to me by the author in exchange for an honest and unbiased review via Audiobook Blast!

Come for the suspense, stay for the fun!

REEEALLY loved this one! Finished it in an indecent amount of time. Andromeda is struck by lightning at nearly 17 and in a coma for a month, wakes up with paranormal abilities and no awfulness. Now nurses, just suspend your disbelief that there were no other problems and enjoy the fantasy like other folks. Including the part where she works with the local LEOs for the next 10 years as a paid consultant. Most of her family is a bit off, and she does have a true best friend. Romance comes in the form of a hunky detective who is new to her and her narcoleptic cat, but the suspense is right out of the daily news. Tons of situational humor to have you snorting your coffee, and some of the one-liners are priceless.
Holly Adams is such a great fit here, and really nails the performance!
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Any additional comments?

A feisty character in Andromeda (Rommey). Rommey's sassy attitude and descriptions of her unusual family, especially Nanna, made me smile several times as I was listening It was Rommey's character and family background that made this book such fun.

Narcoleptic cat

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes, it made me bust out laughing a few times especially which isn't always the best thing since I listen while at work, but sooo worth the looks. :)

Who was your favorite character and why?

Loved the cat and the detective

What does Holly Adams bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

I'm not sure, she falls slightly short of my favorite narrates, but I think she did an excellent job.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

I guess I would go with the title of the book.

Any additional comments?

Love the cat dealing with narcolepsy and how they fixed the drinking issue before it had a bad outcome. It was a great paced story. At the time I felt like it was going to start dragging the adventure picked up.

Unique IN A GOOD WAY!!

Lightning Strikes is a VERY UNIQUE BOOK but unique IN A VERY GOOD WAY!! I loved this book!! Theresa Parker did an amazing Job writing this story & I'm VERY EXCITED to read more by her! I love it when I find new authors!! The narration by Holly Adam's is REALLY GOOD she brought this story to life!! I'M NOT THE KIND OF PERSON THAT REVIEWS BY GIVING SPOILERS OR BY JUST RE-WRITING THE DESCRIPTION OF THE BOOK! I will say YES I LIKED THIS BOOK!

1. IS THIS BOOK WORTH A CREDIT?? ABSOLUTELY!!

2. WOULD I RECOMMEND THIS BOOK TO FRIENDS & FAMILY?
ABSOLUTELY IN FACT I ALREADY HAVE!!

***SO WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?? GET YOUR COPY NOW!!***

A hold on to your stomach comedic story.

What did you like best about this story?

This book was well written and funny in just the right places. My favorite kind of book. I love stories of psychic abilities and this one did not disappoint.

Which character – as performed by Holly Adams – was your favorite?

Rommie of course. She is always getting herself in some kind trouble.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

When the skunk had Rommie cornered.

Any additional comments?

I can't wait to listen to more books in this series as well as other books this author writes. The narrator gave an award winning performance. This audiobook was provided by the author, narrator, or publisher at no cost in exchange for an unbiased review courtesy of AudiobookBlast

One of those you can't stop once you start

Would you listen to Lightning Strikes again? Why?

First let me say I have not laughed and enjoy myself with a book since Heather Blake potion series. Andromeda and Nick are quite a couple. I love the humor and the tension between. I also love the story behind it. I did not see the bad guy coming till it was to late. I actually thought it was someone else and that doesn't happen often to me. I do have to say Andromeda powers are very strong. I found the story behind how this happen to her interesting and also her relationship with Johnson. I love all of her family and friends. Her sister was a hoot and so was Kelly. Her grandmothers story was so heart felt made me want to cry when they were dancing. This was a wonderful book and if you need something light with a little romance and mystery I recommend this book. I finished it one sitting.

What about Holly Adams’s performance did you like?

Great job.

Light-hearted mystery, very entertaining

Where does Lightning Strikes rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Near the top, very entertaining, great concept.

Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?

Twists and turns kept you guessing throughout.

Which character – as performed by Holly Adams – was your favorite?

Cavanaugh was quick witted, and oh so charming!

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Loved the sarcastic humor and clean sexual tension.

Any additional comments?

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Interesting and original story. Great performance.

This is a very original and witti cozy mystery. It keeps your attention through all the chapters. The performance gives it the perfect sense of suspense and happy tone at the same time. I recommend it!