INTO THE LAKE

This psychological thriller, narrated by Peter Noble, traces the lives of several seriously damaged characters. While the prose is clear, literate, and often engaging, listeners are subjected to the psychotic outbursts of the guilt-obsessed male protagonist, Josh. The author delves into a variety of societal and mental health problems ranging from hoarding and bullying to spousal and child abuse as Noble conveys the many complexities of human emotions. Listeners can hear voices choked with tears, the suppressed anger in a muted response, and the fear in a mumbled rejoinder. Overall, Noble gives life to the story's dysfunctional characters. The story drags in places, but the ending is suitably terrifying. D.L.G. © AudioFile 2021, Portland, Maine [Published: OCTOBER 2021]