“Dead Simple” by Peter James – is like being strapped into a rollercoaster that’s got more loops than you can count! Seriously, from the moment I hit play on the audio version, I was hooked. It’s the kind of story that grabs you by the ears and refuses to let go.
Michael Harrison loves to play pranks on his best buddies. They all grew up together. Michael became the natural leader of the five. He super pranked his buddies at their bachelor parties, so they decide to get revenge and super prank him. And he is buried in a grave, coffin and all. They plan to get him the next day, unfortunately, there is an accident and his buddies bite the dust. Only one friend is left and he wasn’t present with the prank as his plane home was delayed.
This is the first book that introduces us to Detective Superintendent Roy Grace. He isn’t your typical crime solver – he’s flawed, sure, but that’s what makes him so dang relatable. And the supporting cast? They’re like a bunch of old buddies you can’t wait to catch up with. Although the coroner seemed a bit typecast as a grumpy man.
But it’s the plot that really steals the show. Just when you think you’ve got it all figured out, James hits you with a twist that’ll leave your jaw hanging. And then, just when you’ve caught your breath, he pulls the rug out from under you again with a double twist that you never saw coming.
Listening to the audio version only heightened the experience. The narrator brings each character to life in a way that’s downright captivating. I found myself sitting in my car long after I’d reached my destination, just to hear what happened next.
And let’s not forget about the suspense – it’s like a pressure cooker that keeps getting turned up higher and higher. Every chapter ends on a cliffhanger that leaves you scrambling for the next one, desperate to know what happens next.
In the end, “Dead Simple” isn’t just a book – it’s an experience. It’s the kind of story that’ll keep you up at night, turning the pages (or in my case, hitting play) until the very end. So if you’re looking for a thriller that’ll keep you on the edge of your seat, look no further. “Dead Simple” has got you covered.
In short, “Dead Simple” is a gripping, pulse-pounding thriller that’ll keep you hooked from start to finish. Trust me, you won’t be able to put it down!
