Playing with Fire: The True Story of a Nurse, Her Husband, and a Marriage Turned Fatal — John Glatt Audiobook
Story Nurse Husband Marriage Turned: Playing with Fire is a John Glatt true-crime audiobook about the fatal house fire and murder investigation involving Shelly and Jimmy Michael. This unabridged English edition is narrated by Shaun Grindell and runs for 10 hours and 18 minutes.
At a glance
- True-crime account centred on the death of Jimmy Michael and the investigation of the fire at the couple’s home.
- The listing describes a murder and arson case while noting Shelly Michael continued to claim her innocence.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Unabridged, with a listed listening time of 10 hours and 18 minutes.
- Customer feedback describes the writing as engaging and informative, and the account as well researched.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Author | John Glatt |
|---|---|
| Narrator | Shaun Grindell |
| Listening length | 10 hours and 18 minutes |
| Version | Unabridged |
| Program type | Audiobook |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Tantor Audio |
| Publication date | 10 November 2020 |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners seeking a long-form true-crime audiobook about a murder investigation and suspected arson.
- Buyers who prefer an unabridged English recording narrated by Shaun Grindell.
Less suited to
- Readers looking for fiction or a short-form listen.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback is largely positive, describing the writing as engaging and informative and the account as well researched, with some praise for how vividly the story is presented. The aggregate rating is 4.4 out of 5 from 311 ratings; this gives an overall indication but does not establish what every listener valued. For listeners choosing a long-form true-crime recording, the positive comments on sustained interest are relevant, though they do not guarantee a personal fit.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the content as well written, engaging and informative.
- Feedback praises the research and vivid storytelling.
Frequently asked questions
Who wrote and narrated Playing with Fire?
The listing credits John Glatt as author and Shaun Grindell as narrator.
How long is the audiobook?
The listed listening length is 10 hours and 18 minutes.
Is this edition abridged?
No. The listing identifies the version as unabridged.
What case does the audiobook cover?
It recounts the death of Jimmy Michael in a house fire and the ensuing murder and arson investigation involving his wife, Shelly.
