SHADOW OF POWER

Fans of Martini's Paul Madriani series may feel a little let down by his most recent book in spite of George Guidall's excellent vocal interpretation. The story involves the murder of a controversial author after the publication of his book, which links slavery and the U.S. Constitution. Guidall does his best to infuse life into some of the overlong courtroom scenes. Happily, as the story picks up, Guidall is able to exercise his vocal talents to move the action forward in a compelling fashion. His particular strength in this performance is his wry portrayal of the colorful secondary characters and courtroom witnesses who populate the book. His nuances in bringing these characters to life help make this book a satisfying listen overall. S.N.R. © AudioFile 2008, Portland, Maine [Published: NOVEMBER 2008]