Heat Lightning

By: John Sandford

Narrated by: Eric Conger

Abridged CDs * 5 CDs, 6 hours

Fresh from his “spectacular†(Cleveland Plain Dealer) debut in Dark of the Moon, investigator Virgil Flowers takes on a puzzling—and most alarming— case, in the new book from the #1 bestselling author.©2008 John Sandford; (P)2008 Penguin

Critic reviews

Praise for Heat Lightning

“Sandford returns to Flowers (and more than just a bit of Davenport, too) in Heat Lightning, and the ride’s another wild one.”—Richmond Times-Dispatch

“Features a colorful protagonist quite distinct from Davenport, and contains the usual snappy dialogue and suspenseful action.”—The Tennessean

“A fun, breezy read.”—The Post and Courier

“[A] fast-paced thriller...Flowers is a disarming and sometimes charming investigator. This book will appeal to readers of Sandford’s Prey series as well as fans of adventures like those by Lee Child.”—Library Journal

“Solid...Most readers will enjoy spending time in the company of the genial Flowers.”—Publishers Weekly

“The very last surprise...is a honey.”—Kirkus Reviews

Entertaining

Love Virgil Flowers. Not sure witch part of him that I love the best, police work, dancing, romanceing, or fishing.

Heat Lightning with Virgil Flowers

"That F*!#ing Flowers!" We've all heard that exclamation coming from Lucas Davenport, his boss Rosemarie Roux, and other working compatriots of Virgil Flowers over the years of John Sandford's novels, but we've never really known why. Now, we know! Virgil Flowers is brought forward in this Sandford book and is really given some character. The story line has lots of twists and turns-- CIA involvement in a 30-plus year Viet Nam War-era coverup that extends into a current-day Minnesota killing spree-- and like his boss Lucas Davenport in his Porsche, Virgil drives his old pickup truck through them all, getting shot at the whole time. Flowers is an amazing investigator-- a little crazy, perhaps, or maybe just "unconventional"-- but with an uncanny ability to figure out the "who dunit" of the crimes while on one of his well-known fishing trips. Muskie and Northern Pike fishing will never be the same... Virgil Flowers really comes out as a "fleshed-in" character-- more than just an honorable mention in a Lucas Davenport story. A great "listen"-- I loved it!

I love Sandford and Virgil Flowers

I did not enjoy listening as much as I enjoy reading Sandfords novels. The story was great as always. I'll stick to reading Sandford hard copy. plenty of other books to enjoy on audible!

Virgil, Virgil, Virgil!

What made the experience of listening to Heat Lightning the most enjoyable?

John Sandford is great at description. His characters are real-bad habits and not always tightly wrapped! He makes you "see" an area that he clearly loves and he tells a good story. I like all of his books but especially the Virgil Flowers series! I love series with interesting characters that make you want to read more about them. You can't go wrong with a book by John Sandford.

Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?

Not "edge of my seat" but certainly in it until the story was finished.

What about Eric Conger’s performance did you like?

Narrators can make or break a good audiobook. Eric is a very good narrator. He is perfect for this series and I enjoy the sound of his voice.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

No, I can't say that. I just liked the whole thing which I think is more important.

sad

Loved this book but this version is abridged. They should say that when you buy it.