cover image The Front

The Front

Patricia D. Cornwell, , read by Kate Reading. . Penguin Audio, $25.95 (0pp) ISBN 978-0-14-314200-3

In Cornwell’s latest mystery thriller, the celebrated author’s At Risk team pairs up once again to tackle a loose association of police departments known as the Front. With a powerful stage presence and a voice that captivates for hours, Kate Reading delivers a home-run performance that captures the essence and authority of Cornwell’s prose. Reading, whose name tells us exactly what she’s best at, leaps into character in this understated yet creatively nuanced reading that is both honest and entertaining. She understands just how to bring Cornwell’s words to life and does so with great passion. A Putnam hardcover (reviewed online). (July)