This psychological thriller carries you into the dark world of The Shadow Man, a criminal who takes who he wants when he wants with no remorse and no consideration for the consequences. This crime thriller will keep you up at night, simply glued to the pages.

The Shadow Man was my introduction to Helen Fields and this time I opted for the audiobook since I have been neglecting audiobooks lately. This title has me hooked and Helen Fields is heading to the top of my author’s to watch out for list. The story is a nailbiting, twisty tale that will leave you unable to hit the pause button. I even carried this audiobook to the bathroom and did meal prep while listening, it was that engrossing. I spent two days listening to this and cannot wait to get my hand on more books by Helen Fields

After the disappearance of a young mother with wealthy family connections, Dr Connie Woolwine, an American Psychological profile is asked to team up with D.I. Brodie Baarda – a kidnapping specialist. When more kidnappings follow, Connie a Baarda are left confused by the difference in victims, but they quickly understand that they are racing against the clock. Will they find the three victims before it is too late?

The narrators performed this title beautifully making it a gripping, entertaining experience. I found it impossible to put this down, I could not wait to find out where the story would lead. The detail in this tale had me sitting on the edge of my seat. I do not think I have ever been this captivated by an audiobook before. This is without a doubt the first time I have ever done meal prep while listening to a book.

The Shadow Man sports a very colourful cast. I enjoyed Dr Connie Woolwine – she suffers from foot in mount disease and makes no apology for it, I absolutely loved her. The good looking D.I. Brodie Baarda at first appeared a little uptight, but the more you get to know him, the more you like him. I thought these two characters were creative, but oh boy the author did a mind-blowing job with Furgus – this guy was the most interesting villain I have ever come across. I was completely mesmerized by this guy. This is the first time I would say the villain was my favourite character in a book. Well done Helen Fields – Furgus is simply brilliant!

Another addition to my 2021 loved list. The Shadow Man is a brilliant read and I can guarantee that if you enjoy psychological thrillers you will be left raving about this title.

Thriller fans – be warned – this book will lead to obsessive reading which will leave you unpopular with the people you live with!