Man of Bones audiobook by Ben Creed
Man of Bones is a historical mystery audiobook by Ben Creed, set in Leningrad in 1953. Detective Revol Rossel is drawn into a murder investigation against the backdrop of a hidden episode in Bolshevik history, while searching for his missing sister.
At a glance
- A post-war mystery set in Leningrad during the winter of 1953.
- The story follows detective Revol Rossel as a murder case intersects with his search for his missing sister.
- Unabridged narration runs for 12 hours and 58 minutes.
Reference price: £14.50
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros
- The unabridged format gives the story room to develop across its historical setting and intersecting investigations.
- Named narrator and stated running time help buyers assess the listening format before choosing.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Length | 12 hours and 58 minutes |
| Version | Unabridged |
| Language | English |
| Publication date | 30 May 2024 |
| Author | Ben Creed |
|---|---|
| Narrator | James Cameron Stewart |
| Publisher | W. F. Howes Ltd |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners seeking an unabridged historical mystery with a post-war Soviet setting.
- Readers of crime fiction involving a detective, a murder investigation and political history.
Less suited to
- Listeners looking for a short audiobook or a light, contemporary setting.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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The supplied information includes an aggregate rating distribution but no customer-comment summary, so there is no evidence here about specific strengths, complaints or listening experiences. Ratings skew towards the higher star categories, but they cannot show whether buyers particularly valued the narration, historical setting or plot.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Man of Bones audiobook?
The listed listening length is 12 hours and 58 minutes.
Who wrote and narrates Man of Bones?
The author is Ben Creed and the narrator is James Cameron Stewart.
Is this edition abridged?
It is listed as unabridged.
What is the story about?
Set in Leningrad in 1953, it follows detective Revol Rossel as he investigates murders while searching for his missing sister.
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