PARANOIA

Of all the rogues in Finder’s novel, Adam Cassidy, our hero, is the most likable. Adam is in deep trouble. He has used several company accounts to throw a big retirement bash for one of the loading platform workers, and he gets caught. He has a choice: Either go to jail for many years or commit corporate espionage, and he opts for the latter. This thriller is engaging from the opening lines and doesn’t let up until the surprising end. Scott Brick narrates flawlessly, using one voice that manages not only to portray Adam’s satiric sense of humor but also to capture each of the many other characters’ personalities. By using a variety of tempos and modulating his voice, Brick maintains tension and builds nonstop suspense. This great performance is a perfect fit for the writing. S.S.R. Winner of AudioFile Earphones Award © AudioFile 2004, Portland, Maine [Published: JUN/ JUL 04]