Heaven’s Prisoners — James Lee Burke Audiobook
Heaven’s Prisoners is James Lee Burke’s second Dave Robicheaux novel, presented here as an unabridged English audiobook narrated by Mark Hammer. The Louisiana bayou-set mystery follows Robicheaux as he investigates a plane crash and a missing passenger.
At a glance
- Second novel in the Dave Robicheaux series.
- Mystery set in Louisiana’s bayou country, beginning with a plane crash in the Gulf and a missing passenger.
- The supplied description frames the story around Robicheaux’s investigation after he finds a young survivor.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Unabridged narration gives the full story in an audio format.
- At 11 hours and 9 minutes, the stated running time helps listeners gauge the commitment before choosing.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Version | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 11 hours and 9 minutes |
| Language | English |
| Narrator | Mark Hammer |
| Author | James Lee Burke |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 5 July 2022 |
| Publisher | W. F. Howes Ltd |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners looking for a Louisiana-set crime mystery with a returning detective protagonist.
- Fans of James Lee Burke or the Dave Robicheaux series who prefer audiobooks.
Less suited to
- Buyers seeking a short listen: the stated runtime is 11 hours and 9 minutes.
- Listeners who prefer print or another language; this listing specifies an English audiobook.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback describes the plot as engaging and highlights the Louisiana descriptions, characters, lyrical writing and emotional depth. Some listeners also find the book hard to read, so the reported readability is not universal. The aggregate rating is 4.2 out of 5 from 4,640 ratings; this offers broad context but does not explain individual reactions. For audiobook buyers, the listing’s unabridged format and stated runtime are useful practical details, but the feedback does not establish opinions about Mark Hammer’s narration.
Positive themes
- Customers praise the plot, descriptions, characters, writing style and emotional depth.
Mixed feedback
- Readability receives mixed feedback: many find it readable, while some say it is hard to read.
Frequently asked questions
Who wrote and narrates Heaven’s Prisoners?
The listing names James Lee Burke as the author and Mark Hammer as the narrator.
Is this an abridged audiobook?
The listing describes it as unabridged.
How long is the audiobook?
The stated listening length is 11 hours and 9 minutes.
What is the story about?
The supplied description follows Dave Robicheaux as he investigates a missing passenger after a plane crashes in the Gulf.
