NEVER SLEEP

This thrilling work of historical fiction is set at the dawn of the Civil War as President-elect Abraham Lincoln tours the country on the way to his inauguration. Lisa Flanagan's exquisite performance amplifies Van Lente's narrative about the first female detectives, which is based on a true story. To protect Lincoln from assassination, detectives Kate Warn and her mentee, Hattie McLauglin, go undercover to uncover a conspiracy. They become immersed in a world of upper-crust Southern families and religious zealots. Flanagan's performance and Van Lente's narrative work in concert beautifully. Flanagan's remarkable talent for embodying each character, keeping a pitch-perfect pace, and enhancing the narrative must be celebrated. P.P.C. © AudioFile 2023, Portland, Maine [Published: MAY 2023]