JUDGMENT CALL

Sherriff Joanna Brady is shaken when her teenaged daughter, Jenny, discovers murder victim Debra Highsmith, her high school principal—and then uses her smartphone to take a photo, which goes viral. Narrator Hillary Huber’s unique husky voice may come as a surprise--but she’s a master at storytelling. Huber takes the listener on a fast-paced hunt for the killer, perfectly portraying the various characters, especially the slightly whiny teen. The plot is exciting and unpredictable, filled with up-to-date technology and interesting details about Joanna’s life, past and present. Even though this is a long-running series, new listeners can join right in. Fans are sure to enjoy discovering new secrets about Joanna’s father’s death. M.M.G. © AudioFile 2012, Portland, Maine [Published: AUGUST 2012]