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  • The Lewis Man

  • Written by: Peter May
  • Narrated by: Peter Forbes
  • Length: 10 hrs and 55 mins
  • 4.9 out of 5 stars (81 ratings)

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The Lewis Man

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In The Lewis Man, the second book of the trilogy, Fin Macleod has returned to the Isle of Lewis, the storm-tossed, wind-scoured outer Hebridean island where he was born and raised. Having left behind his adult life in Edinburgh - including his wife and his career in the police force - the former Detective Inspector is intent on repairing past relationships and restoring his parents' derelict cottage. His plans are interrupted when an unidentified corpse is recovered from a Lewis peat bog. The only clue to its identity is a DNA match to a local farmer, the now-senile Tormod Macdonald - the father of Fin's childhood sweetheart, Marsaili - a man who has claimed throughout his life to be an only child, practically an orphan. Reluctantly drawn into the investigation, Fin uncovers deep family secrets even as he draws closer to the killer who wishes to keep them hidden.

Already an international bestseller and winner of numerous awards, including France's Prix des Lecteurs du Telegramme, The Lewis Man has the lyrical verve of Ian Rankin and the gutsy risk-taking of Benjamin Black. As fascinating and forbidding as the Hebridean landscape, the book (according to The Times) "throbs with past and present passions, jealousies, suspicions and regrets; the emotional secrets of the bleak island are even deeper than its peat bog."

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What the critics say

"As good as its superb predecessor...not only a good mystery, but also a moving and evocative portrayal of a place where the unforgiving weather is matched only by the church's harsh patronage." (Laura Wilson, The Guardian)

"May is a masterful story-teller. He skillfully combines pathos and the themes of identity, lost love and family ties to create an exciting, page-turning thriller." (Laura Wurzal, The Irish Examiner)

"In mood and texture, Peter May's novels, set on the Isle of Lewis, are essentially Nordic, and he bears comparison with some of the best writers from those cold desolate climes...the plot throbs with past and present passions, jealousies, suspicions and regrets; the emotional secrets of the bleak island are even deeper than its peat bog." (Marcel Berlins, The Times)

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good interwoven plot

perspective of different characters was well done. great plot and storyline. narration was very good as expected

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A Great Read…except for the prerequisite autopsy

This is the second book I’ve listened to in the Lewis Trilogy by Peter May and I am definitely a fan! I love the brooding skies and fierce storms but…and spoiler alert if you haven’t read the first one…but I can’t take another autopsy scene. I get that you know of which you speak but it’s going to make me really question if I want to listen to the final instalment of the trilogy. Give me 100 pages of description of the bogs and the silver beaches over the grisly gore of the autopsy scenes any day! I’m going to move on to one of his stand-alones and go from there.
Great narration and except for the above, it’s a stellar story!

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Loved this book as well

I listened to the first book in the Lewis trilogy and loved it! I’ve just finished the second one and I’ll start the third one after I finish writing this review! Extremely well written and narrated!

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Dépaysement

Super livre. Difficile d'arrêter la lecture. Hâte de lire les autres livres du même auteur.

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Great story, excellent narrator

I love Peter May’s Lewis trilogy. Mr Forbes makes it all come alive. Truly enjoyable reading.

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Such a good listen

Once again Peter Forbes bring Peter May’s characters to life. Both books could easily stand alone, but I can’t wait to listen to the third in the Trilogy. This book touched a lot of tender nerves for me..dementia taking my Mom…so the story was compelling and bittersweet. A thoroughly great listen.

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Peter May and Peter Forbes bring Lewis to life

Having been introduced to the Lewis Trilogy Book 1, this was an excellent follow on. The story line and narration are a perfect fit.

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Riveting story!

I really enjoy the way this author builds the story, layer by layer! Loved the narrator 's accent, all in all, a great story.

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great story

loved this book. so well written and narrated. I could hardly take a break. listening to the Scottish narrator enhanced the read immensely.

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Compelling Story

Great narration, Good mystery with tons of heart. A yarn well spun. Will definitely read the third in this trilogy .

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