Secrets That Kill by Colleen Helme-4.5 stars

Helme, Colleen, Secrets That Kill. 8:26 hrs. Colleen Helme, 2014. Audible Download.

When Uncle Joey asks Shelby to deliver a letter for him while she’s down in Orlando on a family vacation, she finds herself regretting putting it off until the last minute. When she tries to deliver the letter to Warren Peace, the informant, she winds up almost getting killed. After Warren gets killed with a meat cleaver by a man with snake bite tattoos, Shelby acquires the notice of the local cop and has to call Ramos in to save her butt. Unfortunately for her (or maybe fortunately), Ramo turns out to have grown up in Orlando and has a dark past that somehow involves the local detective who noticed Shelby. To make matters worse, Florida Kingpin, Carter is after the flash drive that Warren was supposed to hand over to Shelby and this mafia boss owes a lot of money to Uncle Joey and will do anything to not have to pay it. Desperate enough to kill any witnesses and with a grudge against Ramos, Carter is a deadly force to be reckoned with. Can Ramos and Shelby solve this little problem of hers and Uncle Joey’s without getting killed?

The story's pace is not fast, but still keeps the story moving without losing the listener. The author's mix of humor and seriousness is well-done and easily draws the reader in. Although Shelby is a bit naive at times, the characters are all continually growing and are becoming more entertaining with each book.

Narrator, Wendy Tremont King ideally complements Helme's novel. Not only is her voice is appealing and her voices for the different characters is easily distinguished, but she makes it . Her  and the internal/external dialogue. Her narrative style is unique and ideal for Colleen Helme’s book.  Those who have read the other books in the series and who enjoy mysteries, adventure, and a bit of paranormal mixed in will enjoy listening to this book.

Please Note: I was given a copy of this audiobook in exchange for an honest review.

4.5 stars, ADULT