Not the Ones Dead audiobook by Dana Stabenow
Not the Ones Dead is a Kate Shugak crime novel by Dana Stabenow, narrated by Marguerite Gavin in this unabridged audiobook. A fatal mid-air collision in the Alaskan wilderness turns into a murder investigation involving political intrigue.
At a glance
- A Kate Shugak investigation begins with a mid-air collision that kills ten people, then takes a darker turn when a murdered man is found among the wreckage.
- The case brings together crime-solving, Alaskan wilderness setting and political intrigue.
- The listing identifies this as an unabridged performance narrated by Marguerite Gavin.
Reference price: £14.50
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros
- The 9-hour-and-30-minute unabridged narration offers a complete audio edition rather than an abridgement.
- The plot combines a murder mystery with a remote Alaskan setting and political stakes.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Edition | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 9 hours and 30 minutes |
| Narrator | Marguerite Gavin |
| Author | Dana Stabenow |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Head of Zeus -- an Aries Book |
| Publication date | 11 April 2023 |
| Language | English |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners following Dana Stabenow's Kate Shugak series.
- Crime audiobook buyers interested in investigations with an Alaskan setting and political intrigue.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback describes the audiobook as a welcome addition to the Kate Shugak series, with praise for the writing, characters and insight into Alaskan life. The storyline draws mixed reactions, and some feedback is negative about the political focus. That split matters for listeners: the book centres on a politically charged investigation rather than a mystery plot alone. The listing identifies an unabridged 9-hour-and-30-minute narration, while aggregate ratings are mostly five-star but cannot explain individual readers' reasons.
Positive themes
- Customers praise the writing and characters, and some value its portrayal of Alaskan life.
Negative themes
- Some customer feedback is critical of the political focus.
Mixed feedback
- Customer responses to the storyline are mixed, with some finding it compelling and others disappointed.
Frequently asked questions
Who wrote and narrates Not the Ones Dead?
The listing names Dana Stabenow as author and Marguerite Gavin as narrator.
Is this audiobook abridged?
It is listed as unabridged.
How long is the audiobook?
The stated listening length is 9 hours and 30 minutes.
What is the story about?
A fatal aircraft collision in the Alaskan wilderness leads Kate Shugak to investigate whether it was an accident or murder, with the case reaching into political intrigue.
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