A SMALL TOWN

The small town in this audiobook is decimated by the horrific aftereffects of a prison breakout. When, after two years, the 12 masterminds behind the breakout remain at large, police officer Leah Hawkins takes a leave of absence to hunt them down and take revenge. Christina Delaine's accomplished narration holds the listener's attention as Leah crosses the country, seeking out the escapees. Delaine does an excellent job of characterizing the wide cast of characters, in particular Leah, for whom she injects just the right amount of certainty and self-doubt. Delaine's pacing keeps the story moving and helps build the tension as the plot races to a dramatic conclusion. K.J.P. © AudioFile 2020, Portland, Maine [Published: MARCH 2020]