Luck and Judgement: A DC Smith Investigation, Book 3 Audiobook
Luck and Judgement is the third DC Smith investigation by Peter Grainger, presented here as an unabridged English audiobook narrated by Gildart Jackson. A missing worker on a North Sea gas platform leads Smith and his team into a case involving a double life, dangerous enemies and the oil and gas industry, while changes in the team and Smith's fitness for duty add further threads.
At a glance
- The third book in the DC Smith investigation series.
- The central case begins with a worker missing from a North Sea gas platform.
- The plot follows links among the companies and people bringing oil and gas ashore, alongside developments in Smith's team and a thread about the Andretti murders.
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Pros
- The unabridged format preserves the full story across a stated listening length of 11 hours and 57 minutes.
- The case combines a missing-person investigation with team changes and ongoing character storylines.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Version | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 11 hours and 57 minutes |
| Language | English |
| Author | Peter Grainger |
|---|---|
| Narrator | Gildart Jackson |
| Publisher | Tantor Audio |
| Publication date | 8 November 2016 |
What to know before buying
- The listing describes several intertwined storylines, including the gas-platform case, team changes and the Andretti murders. Buyers seeking a standalone mystery may want to consider that series context.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners following the DC Smith investigation series who want its third instalment.
- Audiobook listeners looking for a police investigation with a missing-person case and ongoing character threads.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback describes the book as a strong addition to the series, praising its characters, story, writing, humour and complexity. That reception may appeal to listeners who enjoy layered mysteries and returning characters. The audiobook's listed length is nearly 12 hours, so it suits buyers prepared for an extended listen. The overall rating is 4.4 out of 5 from 3,607 ratings, but that aggregate does not explain individual opinions.
Positive themes
- Customers praise the story, character development, writing, humour and complexity.
Frequently asked questions
Is this the first DC Smith investigation?
No. The listing identifies Luck and Judgement as Book 3 in the DC Smith investigation series.
How long is the audiobook?
The listed listening length is 11 hours and 57 minutes.
Who narrates this edition?
The listing names Gildart Jackson as narrator.
What is the mystery about?
A worker goes missing from a North Sea gas platform. The investigation uncovers his double life and dangerous enemies, while the story also follows changes in Smith's team and the Andretti murders.
