Down Among the Dead: DI Nick Dixon Crime, Book 10 Audiobook
Down Among the Dead is Book 10 in the DI Nick Dixon crime series by Damien Boyd, presented here as an unabridged English audiobook narrated by Simon Mattacks. Its case follows Dixon as he re-examines a murder linked to a convicted killer and an earlier investigation.
At a glance
- Book 10 of the DI Nick Dixon crime series.
- The story centres on a body found at an archaeological dig on the Sedgemoor battlefield, a suspected link to an earlier murder investigation, and a second body.
- Unabridged audio narrated by Simon Mattacks.
Pros and cons
Pros
- A complete 9-hour-and-21-minute unabridged edition suits listeners wanting the full story in audio.
- The police-procedural premise combines a current murder inquiry with the re-examination of a prior case.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Program type | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Version | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 9 hours and 21 minutes |
| Narrator | Simon Mattacks |
| Language | English |
| Author | Damien Boyd |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Brilliance Audio |
| Publication date | 6 May 2020 |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners following the DI Nick Dixon series, especially those ready for Book 10.
- Audiobook listeners interested in British crime fiction and police-procedural mysteries.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a standalone entry without series context; this is explicitly Book 10.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback describes the thriller as engaging, with a well-balanced plot, twists, believable characters and writing that holds interest; customers also express affection for the series. The reported enthusiasm is consistent with the crime-investigation premise, but it is subjective feedback rather than a guarantee that every listener will enjoy the pacing or story. The aggregate rating is 4.4 out of 5 from 28,149 ratings; ratings alone do not explain individual preferences.
Positive themes
- Customer feedback praises the plot, twists, characters, writing style and engagement.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the audiobook?
The listed listening length is 9 hours and 21 minutes.
Is this a standalone book?
It is identified as Book 10 in the DI Nick Dixon crime series.
Who narrates this edition?
The listed narrator is Simon Mattacks.
