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Wrong Light

Rick Cahill • Book 5

by Matt Coyle

Narrated by Travis Baldree

3.78 ABR Score (703 ratings)
★ 4.07 Goodreads (685) ★ 4.56 Audible (18)
8h 38m Released 2019 Mystery

Why Listen?

Travis Baldree captures the moral rot at the center of this noir detective series, making Rick Cahill's compromises feel inevitable rather than just convenient. The fifth book's tighter plotting and darker stakes prove Coyle knows exactly how to punish his protagonist.

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About This Audiobook

Private investigator Rick Cahill finds himself drawn into a web of danger when he's hired to protect Naomi Hendrix, a radio DJ whose sultry voice has attracted more than just loyal listeners. A twisted stalker lurks in the shadows of Southern California's night scene, obsessing over Naomi and planning something sinister. As Rick digs deeper into the case, he discovers that Naomi harbors secrets from her past that could be the key to identifying her tormentor. But when Rick becomes entangled in a separate missing person's case that may be connected to his own actions, the investigation takes a deadly turn that forces him to confront both new threats and old enemies.

Travis Baldree delivers a compelling performance that captures the gritty atmosphere of Matt Coyle's noir world with remarkable skill. His narration brings Rick Cahill's internal struggles to life while maintaining distinct voices for each character, particularly excelling in conveying the tension between Rick and the various antagonists he faces. Baldree's pacing builds suspense naturally, allowing listeners to feel the weight of each revelation and the mounting pressure of Rick's dangerous predicament. The audio format enhances the story's noir sensibilities, with Baldree's voice guiding listeners through the shadowy streets and moral ambiguities that define this gripping installment.