The Suffering of Strangers audiobook by Caro Ramsay
The Suffering of Strangers is an unabridged crime thriller audiobook by Caro Ramsay, following an investigation into a stolen baby alongside a cold-case rape inquiry that connects to a detective’s past. The listing specifies a 9-hour, 47-minute recording narrated by Cathleen McCarron.
At a glance
- Two investigations run in parallel: a six-week-old baby’s disappearance and a cold-case rape inquiry dating to 1996.
- The listing describes a planned abduction and a connection to Detective Inspector Costello’s and Colin Anderson’s pasts.
Pros and cons
Pros
- The two linked investigations offer a layered crime-thriller premise.
- The unabridged recording has a stated running time and named narrator.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Version | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 9 hours and 47 minutes |
| Language | English |
| Publication date | 7 Jun. 2018 |
| Author | Caro Ramsay |
|---|---|
| Narrator | Cathleen McCarron |
| Publisher | W. F. Howes Ltd |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners looking for a police procedural with parallel investigations and a past-to-present mystery.
- Fans of Caro Ramsay’s crime fiction who want an unabridged audio edition.
Less suited to
- Anyone seeking a short listen, since the listed recording runs 9 hours and 47 minutes.
- Listeners who prefer a standalone premise without serious crime themes such as abduction and rape.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
63% 63% - 4 stars
27% 27% - 3 stars
7% 7% - 2 stars
2% 2% - 1 star
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Customer feedback describes an engaging crime thriller, with twists, well-developed characters and writing that readers appreciate. The plot’s interwoven suspects and investigations may suit listeners who enjoy layered police procedurals. The listing’s aggregate ratings are mostly in the four- and five-star categories, but ratings alone do not establish whether the narration or story will suit every listener.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the story as engaging and twist-filled.
- The feedback highlights character development and writing style.
Frequently asked questions
Who wrote and narrates The Suffering of Strangers?
The listing names Caro Ramsay as the author and Cathleen McCarron as the narrator.
How long is the audiobook?
The stated listening length is 9 hours and 47 minutes.
What is the story about?
It follows the search for a stolen baby and a cold-case rape investigation whose emerging connection reaches into detective Colin Anderson’s past.
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