Stalked

By: Brian Freeman

Narrated by: Joe Barrett

Lieutenant Jonathan Stride knows his partner, Maggie Bei, is in trouble when she reports a deadly crime on a bitter winter night. She's obviously hiding a terrible secret, and her silence only feeds suspicion. But Maggie isn't the only one keeping secrets in Duluth. A seductive young woman has disappeared, leaving behind a stash of lurid fantasies and a cryptic message: "I know who it is".

Following a twisted trail, Stride uncovers a sordid web of violence and voyeurism that someone is willing to kill for in order to keep hidden. His lover, Serena Dial, a homicide cop turned private investigator, is chasing a blackmailer who knows all the city's dirty secrets, even Maggie's. But as Stride and Serena hunt for a killer, a predator is hunting them, with a terrifying plan for revenge.

©2008 Brian Freeman (P)2008 Blackstone Audio, Inc.

Critic reviews

"Chilling, atmospheric....A strong narrative crammed with twists and studded with sex and violence; a mysterious, even mystical, sense of place; and a well-crafted set of characters and relationships make this one of Freeman's stronger crime thrillers." ( Publishers Weekly)

I liked it

Decent story but this guy is terrible at doing womans voices. Didn't completely blow me away but kept me interested. Ill keep listening to the series, not bad.

I couldnt put this one down

these books are so great...i cant wait to atart the 4th book in the series. i recommend listening to them in order but each would be fine as a stand alone . My only negative comment is that some of Joe Barrett's voices make me cringe. Not every woman has to have a different voice. A man with a deep voice is limited as to how many different female voices he can do. but this should not be a deterrent.

A little long for one book

Liked the story, kept you intrigued but it was a little long. I think some of the details could have been cut out.

They just keep getting better

It’s rare that a book series can start off on such a high point and continue to climb, but this series delivers!!! I find myself blazing through these books quicker and quicker by the book! Ending the review now so I can go start book 4!

Stalked

I have read several books in this series…Stalked is definitely my favorite so far.

good story

Freeman has the same issue in all of his books - his attempt at titillating scenes fall flat and are more squirm worthy than sexual. too bad because otherwise he is a good storyteller.

A good investment of my time

Except for the over sexualized population of a relatively small city - which was, admittedly, essential for the plot - the book was excellent. Maggie gets on my nerves - too cute and not as funny as the author apparently thinks she is. I definitely would recommend this listen.

good overall

the mystery portions of this series are really interesting. the romantic relationships are weird & unbelievable 🤷‍♀️

Amazing Thrill Ride!

If you love thrillers and crime stories, this is definitely the book for you. An amazing read that kept my attention the entire time, never a dull moment! Brian Freeman is my new favorite author and Joe Barrett is a great narrator.

Another great dose of Jonathan Stride

WOW, it just keeps getting better and better. As this series progresses, I fall deeper in love with Jonathan Stride! He is such a solid stand up guy, who will go to the ends of the earth for those he loves. We are back in Minnesota, Serena by his side. He is back as head detective and Serena is trying her hand as a private eye. We see a rash of rapes and murders that seemingly have no connection at first. Maggie, Strides partner, is thrust in the middle of it all, her husband murdered and she is the prime suspect. While Stride is involved in all that, Serena takes on a new client who is being blackmailed and she is the go between. Soon all the worlds collide together and there are so many potential suspects its crazy. Loved seeing them work through it to get to the bottom... and just when you think you have it all figured out, a new development shows up changing it all. Can't wait to read the next book. I am listening to the audio and the narrator does a great job.