Shatter

Written by Michael Robotham

Narrated by Sean Barrett

A naked woman is perched on the edge of Clifton Suspension Bridge weeping into a mobile phone. Clinical psychologist Joseph O'Loughlin is only feet away, desperately trying to talk her down. She whispers, 'you don't understand,' and jumps. Later, Joe has a visitor - the woman's teenage daughter, a runaway from boarding school. She refuses to believe that her mother would have jumped off the bridge - not only would she not commit suicide, she is terrified of heights. Joe wants to believe her, but what would drive a woman to such a desperate act? Whose voice? What evil?

• Language: English
• Publisher: W. F. Howes Audio
• Release date: Jan 9, 2008
• ISBN: 9781407428406

Michael Robotham

Michael Robotham is a former investigative journalist whose bestselling psychological thrillers have been translated into twenty-five languages. He has twice won a Ned Kelly Award for Australia’s best crime novel, for Lost in 2005 and Shatter in 2008. His recent novels include When She Was Good, winner of the UK’s Ian Fleming Steel Dagger Award for best thriller; The Secrets She Keeps; Good Girl, Bad Girl; When You Are Mine; and Lying Beside You. After living and writing all over the world, Robotham settled his family in Sydney, Australia. 

Reviews for Shatter

[Clive Cønway · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Well crafted tale with strong characters and a really terrifying bad guy. The writing is also top notch. Let down a bit by knowing who the criminal was for most of the book and by being over long. As usual Sean Barrett's reading and voice are outstanding.

[Simone Sullivan-Fletcher · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

the ability to immerse yourself in this book and fall desperately attached to the characters is a rare skill. Michael Robotham has created a hero in Joe that I just need to know even better. Can’t wait for the next book!