House Secrets, Mike Lawson
House Secrets, Mike Lawson
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House Secrets
A Joe DeMarco Thriller

Author: Mike Lawson

Narrator: Joe Barrett

Unabridged: 11 hr 18 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 07/19/2010


Synopsis

Mike Lawson’s previous novels starring Joe DeMarco, fixer for the Speaker of the House, have earned him a loyal following from thriller aficionados and a place among the most talented and captivating thriller writers focusing on the dangerous games of our nation’s capital.In House Secrets, DeMarco is sent to investigate the death of a reporter, the son of one of his boss’ old colleagues, even though it appears to be nothing more than an unfortunate accident. He soon learns that the reporter was on the trail of Senator Paul Morelli, a rising star considered a shoo-in for his party’s presidential nomination. Some politicians are lucky, and Morelli has been luckier than most, but his past has already been thoroughly scrutinized and he looks clean. But then, why is DeMarco being followed by a pair of rogue agents who freelance for the CIA?Dirty secrets, beltway politics, and divided loyalties threaten as DeMarco’s investigation spirals dangerously out of control. Filled with surprising twists, a captivating plot, and excellent characters both old and new, House Secrets is Lawson’s best book yet.

About Mike Lawson

Mike Lawson, a former senior civilian executive for the US Navy, is the author of numerous novels starring Joe DeMarco. His first book, The Inside Ring, was rated by the Seattle Times as one of the top ten thrillers of 2005 and was a finalist for the Barry Award for Best Thriller. House Secrets was selected as one of the best thrillers of 2009 by Library Journal, the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, and Deadly Pleasures Mystery Magazine.

About Joe Barrett

Joe Barrett, an actor and Audie Award and Earphones Award–winning narrator, has appeared both on and off Broadway as well as in hundreds of radio and television commercials.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Blaine

Another winner by author Mike Lawson in his Joe DeMarco political thriller series. Lawson gets better and better, in my opinion, and this book requires DeMarco to use any and all sources to try and stop a serial killer. But here the serial killer, usually does not do the killing! No we have Senator......more

Goodreads review by Metodi

До тук, това определено е най-плътната и интересна история за Джо Демарко. Уверено плуващ сред политическата мърсотия на Вашингтон, дори и той е поразен от събитията, които го изпраща да разследва неговия шеф. Едно уж самоубийство, се оказва пътечка водеща към невероятен заговор, излизащ извън рамкит......more

Goodreads review by B.R.

First, let me say Mike Lawson is a flawless, smooth writer. You start one of his novels and the pages just speed by you effortlessly. Let me also say that the main character in the novel, Joe DeMarco, is a dichotomy of viewpoints for me. On one hand you kinda like the guy. His job is interesting and......more

Goodreads review by TraceyK

5 Stars, as usual. I'm always impressed with Mike Lawson's books. That is why I just can not stop reading them one after the other. His stories really give the definition of political thriller. Joe DeMarco, who has a law degree, but because his father was tied to the mob, he couldn't get a job anywh......more


Quotes

“In Lawson’s excellent fourth Washington thriller to feature Joe DeMarco…the action builds to a stunning final twist.”

Publishers Weekly (starred review)

“Lawson’s latest Joe DeMarco thriller proves to be his best yet…Intriguing, multidimensional characters balanced between good and evil combine with an involving plot and plenty of behind-the-scenes political machinations. It all adds up to one of the best thrillers of the year.”

Booklist (starred review)

“Audie Award nominee Joe Barrett…has a great, gravelly voice with an ability to make each character come alive as a real person. DeMarco fans will recognize characters from earlier books in the series, but this will not affect the experience for new readers/listeners. Surprises abound, and there is never a dull moment in this suspenseful plot.”

SoundCommentary.com


Awards

  • Indie Next Notable Title
  • Barry Award