THE SCHOLAR Cormac Reilly, Book 2

The ruthless world of academic scholarship rears its head in this gripping audiobook, narrated in an intense but gentle tone by Aoife McMahon. The story focuses on Detective Inspector Cormac Reilly, whose girlfriend, Dr. Emma Sweeney, discovers the body of a hit-and-run victim whose identification says she is the heir to Ireland's most successful pharmaceutical company. However, the actual heir is alive and well. DI Reilly discovers more facades than reality and must dig deep to uncover what his girlfriend and others may be hiding. McMahon's soft, melodic Irish accent complements McTiernan's prose. She is equally adept at instilling critical moments with the appropriate intensity, making this thriller a joy to listen to. D.J.S. © AudioFile 2019, Portland, Maine [Published: MAY 2019]