Inspector Hobbes and the Curse: Unhuman, Book 2
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Inspector Hobbes and the Curse: Unhuman, Book 2 Audible Audiobook – Unabridged

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Set in the Cotswolds, this is the next instalment in the adventures of Inspector Hobbes, Mrs Goodfellow, and Dregs, as narrated by the still disaster-prone Andy Caplet. It is a rip roaring, funny, and moving tale of Andy's infatuation with a dangerously beautiful woman, starting off during investigations into sheep deaths and the mysterious disappearance of pheasants.

These incidents appear to be connected to a rash of big cat sightings, and something horrible seems to be lurking in the woods. Is Andy cursed to be always unsuccessful in love, or is the curse something much darker, something that will arouse his primeval terrors?

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  1. Listening Length
    10 hours and 51 minutes
  2. Author
    Wilkie Martin
  3. Narrator
    Tim Campbell
  4. Audible release date
    November 7, 2017
  5. Language
    English
  6. Publisher
    The Witcherley Book Company
  7. ASIN
    B0776Z2V58
  8. Version
    Unabridged
  9. Program Type
    Audiobook
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Listening Length 10 hours and 51 minutes
Author Wilkie Martin
Narrator Tim Campbell
Whispersync for Voice Ready
Audible.com Release Date November 07, 2017
Publisher The Witcherley Book Company
Program Type Audiobook
Version Unabridged
Language English
ASIN B0776Z2V58
Best Sellers Rank #106,091 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals)
#1,329 in Supernatural Thrillers (Audible Books & Originals)
#1,715 in Cozy Mysteries (Audible Books & Originals)
#5,412 in Supernatural Thrillers (Books)

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Kindle Customer CoCo
5.0 out of 5 stars Book 2:: LOVELY !
Reviewed in the United States on November 3, 2021
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I liked that the timbre of storytelling us contining, what I was lookjng firwRd to was there. And ALL the characters are growing, but not so fast their quirks become normal --ohNo! They get quirkier and more Important and still I get to actually chuckle out loud ! It feels so good to laugh out loud.
The Humanity of the Unhuman is why I want to keep listenig, and to listen well so as not to miss delicious nuances and hidden puns.
And to realize most situations in the story Smell a lot like situations on/in this time/place in our NOW.
Injustices abound--but atbleast herr there is understanding, explanation, resolutions and cognizant consequences.
Very satisfying. And so Funny.
Cake & eat it too.
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Jingizu
4.0 out of 5 stars Fun Read!
Reviewed in the United States on September 19, 2022
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Better than the first book in the series, I had a lot of fun reading about the mysterious but loveable Inspector Hobbes and his endearing housekeeper and chef extraordinaire, Mrs G.

Andy is still selfish and aimless, although he is not quite as annoying as in the first book. He does seem to be learning a bit, though I would really like to see more character development for him.

The plot was good, though not that surprising, especially for one whose been reading supernatural mysteries for years. Pacing a bit slow maybe, as we meander through Andy's thoughts, but still fine for me. I don't mind slower stories.

Hobbes and Mrs G continues to steal the show of course! And I love the foodie descriptions of Mrs G's wonderful cooking!

On to the next one!
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Debbie
5.0 out of 5 stars Great read
Reviewed in the United States on June 29, 2022
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Truly loved this book from start to finish, definitely a page turner. I enjoyed the first person story telling and the handling of supernatural as if it were merely an alternative life style. Felt the protagonist was a bit too clumsy and the point was a bit over done but thoroughly enjoyed everything else. Splendid!
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The Bluesman
4.0 out of 5 stars One of the Better Current Series
Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2017
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This particular series is like Port wine - it's an acquired taste. When I bought the first book in the series, I managed to get through the first score or two of pages. I so disliked the chief character Andy Caplet that I almost stopped. Perhaps it's the English thing - - they like milk toast protagonists who come through in a pinch. I really disliked the guy...and still do; however, the rest of the characters are amazing and wonderful, from Inspector Hobbes (apparently a were of some sort) to Mrs. Goodfellow, to the rest of the cast. It's really difficult, however, to get over one's complete contempt for the prime character and so the four stars instead of five. Eehg gads, Mr. Martin, at least give Andy a pretend spine at some point in the series. Yes, I bough them all. They're addicting. They're like Pralines and Cream ice cream or Blanton's bourbon. Neither is good for you, but you enjoy yourself so much it doesn't really matter.
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TAL
3.0 out of 5 stars Main Character Is Losing His Charm
Reviewed in the United States on October 2, 2018
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I had really enjoyed the first book in this series and while Andy, the main character and narrator of these books could be a little self-centered, pathetic and annoying at times he seemed to redeem himself in the end.

Based on how much fun I had with the first book, I thought would move on to the second. While this book was OK, I have to say that Andy's character grated my nerves after a while. I was hoping after Andy’s slight redemption in the first book he would continue to move towards being a better person. I was wrong. It was/is hard for me to understand why he seems to have no ambition, self-respect or just plain decency to be anything more than a freeloader. He has moments where he understands what he is doing is not right and for a split second feels bad but, in the end, he does not seem to care enough to do anything about his situation.

Andy's selfishness aside, this book was also completely predictable. If there was supposed to be “mystery” in this book, it failed miserably. It was obvious from the outset. There were times I could not believe the characters could not see what was happening right in front of them and how they could not pick up the clues right away like I had. I as the reader had no more information than they did, but I was able to see things clearly from the beginning.

Even with all of this book’s faults, I am giving the third book a try. But, in all honesty, if there is no character growth for Andy and he continues down the path of free-loader I may have to give up on this series. It is hard to read a book where the main character seems to have no redeeming qualities. I mainly gave this book three stars because I really enjoy the rest of the characters and I think the author has created an interesting world. I just think that if he is going to continue with these books there needs to be character growth for the main character and a little more “mystery” to the mysteries.
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Jessica
5.0 out of 5 stars But is it really a curse?
Reviewed in the United States on June 19, 2022
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Fun, exciting and thought provoking. Who are the good guys and who are the bad guys? Or are there shades of gray? Again Mr. Martin uses clever words and apt descriptions to weave a tail 😀 that is both humorous and full of character.
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Kindle Customer
4.0 out of 5 stars Definitely buying the rest of the series
Reviewed in the United States on May 3, 2017
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The author seems to be improving. I found this book held my interest more than the first, and had better jokes. The puns are still outrageous, the characters are still odd, Andy's become a bit less annoying.
The humor may not be to everyone's taste--I love outrageous puns, and there are always plenty. I am still, even after two books, not quite sure how to describe this. It's a pleasant light read, at a great price, and I plan to buy the rest in the series.
With many books, you can say, If like such and such, you'll like this. However, this one, while having various urban fantasy type critters is far more lighthearted than most. I'd say try the first one which is only 99 cents, and see if you like it.
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avidescapistreader
5.0 out of 5 stars Laugh out loud!
Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2022
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Thank you, Mr Wilkie, for the fun read! The narrator is wonderful in the Audible book! I hope there are many more of this series!
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Top reviews from other countries

M. Wilkinson
5.0 out of 5 stars Rollicking good fun
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 18, 2021
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if you like clearly drawn, eccentric, characters, a dark, mysterious but quaintly English world, good writing, and the occasional excruciating, "so bad it's good" pun, this is the series of books for you. It's fantasy, comedy, occasionally horror, and a fun detective story, but it's also a story about the relationships between some odd but very likeable people. You will find yourself laughing at them but also caring about them. Recommended.
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Lightfk
5.0 out of 5 stars Lots of gentle fun
Reviewed in Australia on April 21, 2017
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Simultaneously a gentle english countryside mystery and a quirky paranormal adventure, this book is marvelously entertaining. The accident-prone cheerfully inept Andy is an excellent foil to the ultra-capable unhuman Hobbes, whose lovely live and let be odd attitude is a splended antidote to the cares of the real world.
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Polly
4.0 out of 5 stars A good humour crime novel
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 13, 2024
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After reading inspector Hobbs and the blood had to read this different from other crime novels brilliant read
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bennie
3.0 out of 5 stars Reads a little like the first book
Reviewed in Canada on February 25, 2017
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Reads a little like the first book, and gets somewhat tiresome while getting to the conclusion. Not sure I want to read anymore.
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Amazon Customer
4.0 out of 5 stars If you liked the first book the second doesn’t disappoint
Reviewed in Australia on April 14, 2018
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If you liked the first book the second doesn’t disappoint. Only took a star off for that classic trap of it being so obvious who the bad guys where and the book charecters not catching on quicker!!! Don’t let that stop you from reading it. Oh. And we find out what’s behind the door!! Absolutely horrifying!!!!!
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