I've listened to several of this author's books. The Eve Ronin series in particular, so I was interested in this title as her character shows up, but I must have missed the other Sharpe/Walker titles. I'll be correcting that as quickly as I can, because I really liked these characters. Goldberg's writing style is engrossing, and the details that he provides of the books locations make the reader feel like they are right there with them. This book was fast paced, and the plot development was top notch.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Brilliance Publishing for the free audiobook in exchange for my honest review. Eric Conger and Nicol Zanzarella do a great job narrating this story and making it come to life.

A number of cars are set fire in carports throughout Hollywood, and Sharpe and Walker are called in to investigate. It takes some time and investigation, but the reason and method of the fires is soon discovered; and the race is on to apprehend the perpetrator.

Simultaneously, there is a major underpass fire tying up traffic and affecting dozens of businesses. It appears that the same person may be responsible for the arson.

Soon it becomes apparent to the investigators that there may be more to this than meets the eye, and the investigation takes a dark turn. Eve and Duncan come into the picture.

This is a well written thriller that has multiple sub-plots and adventure. Action packed police procedural thriller.

First off, I have read the first two books in this series, and recommend that anyone considering this book do the same, since although this can probably be an okay standalone, it gives major spoilers about the previous books. I'd also recommend reading the Eve Ronin series first, so that when she enters the picture in this novel, her character will make a lot more sense.

Overall, I enjoyed Hidden in Smoke as much as the previous Sharpe & Walker books. The characters have interesting personalities, and I like the duo of Sharpe and Walker together. The heist in the story was the most interesting part, much more than the fire investigation.

The narration was pretty good, but I wish the narrator differentiated more between the voices, especially in scenes with Sharpe, Walker, and Carter all talking. The rival investigators and other side characters were more clearly delineated, but I had a hard time keeping it straight which of the MCs was talking.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Brilliance publishing for the complimentary ALC and the opportunity to provide an honest review.

Having read the advance copy of this book, I’m going to focus on the
great team work in the audio presentation. Nicol Zanzarella and
Eric Comger do a masterful job as they portray the characters in
this eerily current~events style novel by Lee Goldberg. These
Narrators have got the perfect cadence, tempermemt, syle
and delivery to keep the listener engaged and on the edge
of their set as fires continue to ravage the dwellings of so
many people, set by the desperate and criminally inclined…
Whether you wish to read the print copy or listen to the
presentation, you will not be disappointed! My thanks to
Brilliance Publishing via NetGalley for the audio
presentation of this book for review purposes🔥