Kick Back: PI Kate Brannigan, Book 2 — Val McDermid Audiobook
Kick Back: PI Kate Brannigan, Book 2 is a Val McDermid crime-thriller audiobook featuring private investigator Kate Brannigan. She investigates financial scams in Manchester that lead into crooked land deals and murder; the unabridged recording is narrated by Chloe Massey.
At a glance
- The second book in the PI Kate Brannigan series.
- A Manchester investigation involving financial scams, land deals and murder.
- Unabridged narration by Chloe Massey.
Pros and cons
Pros
- A self-contained listening length of 7 hours and 17 minutes.
- Unabridged audio preserves the complete work as listed.
- The crime investigation combines private-investigator and financial-scam elements.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Author | Val McDermid |
|---|---|
| Narrator | Chloe Massey |
| Listening length | 7 hours and 17 minutes |
| Program type | Audiobook |
| Version | Unabridged |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | W. F. Howes Ltd |
| Publication date | 14 March 2019 |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners looking for a full-length, unabridged crime thriller.
- Readers following the Kate Brannigan series or seeking a Manchester-set private-investigator story.
Less suited to
- Listeners seeking a short story or a non-crime genre.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback describes an engaging crime story, highlighting its twists, plot, writing and character development. Pacing is not consistent for every listener: some find it fast-moving, while others consider it slow. The aggregate rating is 4.0 out of 5 from 2,874 ratings; that overall figure does not explain individual preferences, so pacing may matter if you want a uniformly brisk audiobook.
Positive themes
- Customers praise the plot, twists, writing style and character development.
Mixed feedback
- Pacing draws mixed reactions: some customers find it fast-paced, while others find it slow.
Frequently asked questions
What is Kick Back about?
Private investigator Kate Brannigan investigates financial scams in Manchester, with the case drawing her into crooked land deals and murder.
Who narrates this audiobook?
The listing names Chloe Massey as narrator.
Is the recording abridged?
It is listed as unabridged, with a listening length of 7 hours and 17 minutes.
Is this part of a series?
Yes. It is identified as the second book in the PI Kate Brannigan series.
