Narrated by Jennifer Aquino, Devil’s Due by Rachel Caine is the second and final book in the Red-Letter Days series. I was excited to see these books come to audio. Action-packed, this second installment provided answers and kept me listening.
by Rachel Caine
Series: Red Letter Days #2
Narrator: Jennifer Aquino
Length: 8 hours and 21 minutes
Genres: Urban Fantasy
Source: Publisher
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Narration: 5 cups Speed: 1.5x
The New York Times-bestselling author of Devil's Bargain brings back two kick-ass female private investigators in a case of premonitions and peril.
While Jazz Callender is recuperating from nearly losing her life during their first case for the mysterious Cross Society, Lucia Garza hires a new investigator to their firm: none other than Ben McCarthy. The former Kansas City cop has finally been exonerated of murder, and just in time. Jazz and Lucia have received a new red letter.
But instead of instructions for a high-priority case, this missive contains nothing but a warning: "One of you has made a mistake." And it's on letterhead from the Cross Society's major adversary in a psychic war. With Ben filling them in on his past secretive dealings with the organization, Jazz and Lucia start to believe they may be in bed with the enemy, one that they've underestimated at their own peril . . .
Devil’s Due was a fast-paced, action packed tale. It was even better than Devil’s Bargain because the world has already been established. The tale has it all. Secret Societies, romance, suspense and well-developed characters I rooted for. I am saddened that there will be no more books in this series.
McCarthy is now free, and Jazz is eager to see her ex-partner. The interactions between Lucia and McCarthy are sizzling and Jazz picks up on their chemistry. It was fun seeing what developed between her ex-partner and new partner.
Danger soon presents itself, and all of them will need to work together. We’ve got secrets, betrayal, and plenty of explosions. The pacing is relentless with twists and turns that will leave you breathless. The story shines and showcases Caine’s writing. If you’ve never tried her, this is a fun duology to start with.
Fans of urban fantasy, private investigators, secret societies and action will love the Red-Letter Days served with a side of romance.
Jennifer Aquino helped sent the tone with her narration and gave voice to the characters capturing their personalities. The narration enhanced the tale and added to my overall enjoyment.
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About Rachel Caine
Rachel Caine is the NYT, USA Today, and #1 WSJ bestselling author of more than 50 books in several categories and genres, including adult thriller and adult urban fantasy/SF as well as books for young adults ages twelve to eighteen. Rachel Caine lost her fight with a rare and aggressive cancer, soft tissue sarcoma, in November of 2020. With over 56 books in print and millions of copies sold, she was a frequent guest at conventions in the United States and around the world. Her popular book series include the young adult Morganville Vampires novels, the Great Library series, and the #1 bestselling Stillhouse Lake novels in adult thrillers.
About Jennifer Aquino
Jennifer Aquino is an American actor and award-winning narrator based in Los Angeles. She works in film, television, theater, and voice-over. She's one of the doctors who killed McDreamy on the ABC medical drama Grey's Anatomy. Her theater background includes performances at East West Players, The Actors' Gang, LaJolla Playhouse, Theatre West, El Portal Theatre, and Center Stage Theatre. Jennifer loves giving voice to young adults, and reading journeys of empowered women in romantic comedies, LitRPG books, fantasy/sci-fi novels, mysteries, and thrillers. Her background in theater and voice contributes to her narration in giving each character a unique life.
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Mary Kirkland
That sounds like it would be good.
Anne - Books of My Heart
I enjoyed this also. It’s really a fun little duology and I’m glad it got released on audio.