The Spire: A Novel — Unabridged Audiobook
The Spire: A Novel is an unabridged English audiobook by Richard North Patterson, narrated by Holter Graham. Its legal and psychological suspense follows a former star quarterback who returns to his college as president and reopens questions surrounding a murder that sent his friend to prison.
At a glance
- The plot combines an old campus murder case, a trial lawyer's return to college leadership, and a renewed investigation.
- The listing identifies this as a single unabridged audiobook rather than an abridged edition.
Pros and cons
Pros
- A defined 11-hour-and-4-minute listening length makes it easier to plan for commutes or a long trip.
- The murder investigation and legal-thriller elements offer a specific choice for listeners seeking suspense fiction.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Version | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 11 hours and 4 minutes |
| Language | English |
| Author | Richard North Patterson |
| Narrator | Holter Graham |
| Publisher | Macmillan Audio |
| Publication date | September 1, 2009 |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners looking for an unabridged legal and psychological suspense audiobook.
- Readers interested in a campus murder mystery with a protagonist revisiting unresolved questions from his past.
Less suited to
- Anyone specifically seeking a print or ebook edition rather than audio.
- Listeners who prefer consistently fast-moving plots or fully developed characters, given mixed customer reactions on these points.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback describes the book as engaging and praises the writing, while reactions to the story's pace and character development are mixed. Some find the plot smooth and characters interesting, while others call the story boring or the characters underdeveloped. That split matters for an 11-hour-and-4-minute listen, where pacing and character depth may shape whether the full runtime holds a listener's interest. Aggregate ratings lean favorable overall, but do not explain individual reactions.
Positive themes
- Customer feedback praises the writing and describes the audiobook as engaging, with one customer mentioning it held attention on a long flight.
Mixed feedback
- Customer reactions differ on story pace, with some finding it smooth and others finding the storyline boring.
- Character development is divisive, with some appreciating complex characters and others finding them underdeveloped.
Frequently asked questions
Who wrote and narrates The Spire audiobook?
The listing names Richard North Patterson as the author and Holter Graham as the narrator.
Is this an abridged audiobook?
No. The listed version is Unabridged.
How long is the audiobook?
The listed listening length is 11 hours and 4 minutes.
What is the story about?
A former college quarterback turned lawyer returns to lead his alma mater and investigates unresolved questions about a murder from his student years.
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