The Concealers, James J. Kaufman
The Concealers, James J. Kaufman
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The Concealers

Author: James J. Kaufman

Narrator: Joe Barrett

Unabridged: 10 hr 28 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 02/09/2016

Synopsis

Katherine Kelly’s mentor says she has the makings of a good reporter, but to be great, she must learn to find the emotional core of a story and not hold back in its telling. Then he suggests one last graduate-school assignment: find someone who has influenced her family and tell that story. Katherine decides to pursue the only family story that has eluded her all her life: the identity of the father she never knew. Her mother, knowing her persistent daughter won’t stop until she gets the truth, breaks her years of silence and makes the call she always swore she would never make.The reality of her father stands in stark contrast to the father of her dreams, and Katherine realizes she must decide for herself who her father really is: the guardian of a group of wounded souls he calls the Collectibles, the attentive father of a newly discovered daughter, the person of interest in a bank-fraud investigation, or a little of all three.Blood is deeper than principle, or so she is told. And a great journalist follows a story wherever it leads. It’s Katherine’s call, and only she can make it.

About James J. Kaufman

James J. Kaufman is the author of the award-winning novel The Collectibles and its sequel, The Concealers. Both books draw heavily from his experiences in law, his dealings in the business world, and his interactions with people from widely different backgrounds. Kaufman is an attorney, former judge, and businessman—CEO of the Kaufman Group, Ltd. and chairman of the board of Imaging the World, a nonprofit health care company delivering ultrasound services to Uganda and other underserved populations in an effort to save lives that might otherwise be lost. He is also a proud member of the esteemed Players Club, Gramercy Park, New York City.

About Joe Barrett

Joe Barrett’s 30 years as an actor includes appearances off Broadway in Reunion and on Broadway in Raggedy Ann. His television credits include The Conan O’Brien Show and The David Letterman Show. He has appeared in features films and has been seen in dozens of commercials.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Tammie

Reviewed by Terri - 5/5 Stars - Top Pick This long awaited sequel is worth the wait. Once again, you quickly become part of the story and the twist and turns become as personal to you as they are to the characters. Once again, Preston is one of the main characters and while he’s not the most lovable,......more

Goodreads review by Jo

Readers get something extra when they read a James Kaufman novel. On the surface, the novels are delightful, however, their underlying themes leave a lasting impression that help us live better lives after we put the book down. In The Collectibles, Kaufman defines the power that happens when you app......more

Goodreads review by Carol

After recently learning of and finishing The Collectibles I eagerly started The Concealers and was not disappointed. Kaufman's 2nd book of this trilogy was again filled with well-developed characters and story lines. It was also nice that the actual "collectibles" carried through. I am, once again,......more

Goodreads review by Thomas

This second book in the series is just too convenient and far-fetched for my liking. The first book was super original, thoughtful and sweet. This time around we are introduced to an unrealistic string of events that ultimately involves the most amazing 23-year old journalist the world has ever seen......more

Quotes

“Katherine…makes an appealing lead—ambitious and headstrong, with a kind heart and a desire to do the right thing. In this case, the ‘right’ thing isn’t clear, making her story line interestingly unpredictable. The author also deftly manages the large cast of characters, so it’s easy to keep track of who’s who. Readers who like their fiction with a strong dose of inspiration and morality will enjoy this outing.” Kirkus Reviews

“Expect to be so wrapped up in this story that these characters begin to feel as if you know them and their problems, hopes, and dreams are real.” Night Owl Reviews, Top Pick

“Great fiction with a moral message—Mr. Kaufman has become one of my must-read authors…His writing grabs and holds my attention but also inspires me to look at myself and take a moral inventory.” Stan Newton, author of Glorious Kingdom

Awards

  • Nautilus Book Award
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