ASSASSINS ANONYMOUS

Neill Thorne narrates this quirky thriller with gusto. AA meetings take on a whole different meaning as listeners join a reformed assassin named Mark as he comes closer to receiving his chip marking a year of being murder free. When an unknown assailant attacks him, he is thrust into an adventure that takes him from New York City to Singapore and London. Thorne crafts a surprisingly believable character in Mark. The contrast between his apparent normality and his line of work creates the humor in the story. He demonstrates his talent with characterization and accents as he brings to life a wide cast of larger-than-life characters. His pacing is spot-on, building both the tension and the humor. The result is a fun listen. K.J.P. © AudioFile 2024, Portland, Maine [Published: JULY 2024]