TRUTH

While Melbourne's Head of Homicide Stephen Villani struggles to investigate a spate of new murders, he also faces issues in his family life that rock his personal foundations. Rich dialogue, filled with Australian idioms, is bought to life by Michael Carman. His characterizations of the key players help listeners to follow the complex plot in this tense thriller about power and corruption. Carman's delivery balances straight narration and performance as he gives authenticity to the robust language and gritty descriptions of the murders. This helps to engage the listener—although non-Aussies may find some of the slang difficult to follow. K.J.P. © AudioFile 2010, Portland, Maine [Published: SEPTEMBER 2010]