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22 Seconds

Women's Murder Club • Book 22

4.39 ABR Score (42.1K ratings)
★ 4.11 Goodreads (38.9K) ★ 4.54 Audible (3.2K)
8h 16m Released 2022 Thriller

Why Listen to This Audiobook?

When the warning carved into dead cops reads 'you talk, you die,' January LaVoy makes it sound like she's the one deciding whether to speak.

  • Great if you want: a punchy procedural with real personal stakes for the lead
  • Listening experience: tight and fast — 8 hours that don't drag
  • Narration: LaVoy sounds genuinely cornered, not just narrating danger
  • Skip if: you're new to the series — backstory matters here

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About This Audiobook

Detective Lindsay Boxer faces her most personal case yet when former police officers begin turning up dead across San Francisco, each body bearing an ominous message that strikes fear into the heart of law enforcement. As the twenty-second installment in the Women's Murder Club series unfolds, Boxer must navigate a deadly conspiracy that threatens not only her career but her life, forcing her to confront the dangerous intersection of police corruption and organized crime. With time running out and pressure mounting from all sides, she discovers that some secrets within the department run deeper than anyone imagined.

January LaVoy delivers a commanding performance that captures both the gritty intensity of police procedural work and the emotional complexity of Patterson and Paetro's beloved characters. Her nuanced vocal work brings distinct personality to each member of the Women's Murder Club, while maintaining the rapid-fire pacing that keeps listeners engaged through every twist and revelation. LaVoy's ability to convey tension during action sequences and intimacy during character moments makes the audio format particularly compelling, transforming what could be a straightforward crime thriller into an immersive experience that showcases why this long-running series continues to captivate audiences.