Dead Man’s Fingers
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Early Evidence Profile
During a picnic at a nature reserve, Washington Poe, Tilly, and Poe’s English springer spaniel, Edgar, are enjoying a quiet outing. Their peace is interrupted when Edgar takes off after a rabbit, sending Poe and Tilly racing through the woods after him. What they find there draws them into a mystery that has remained unsolved for twenty years.
As the discovery brings long-buried secrets to light, Poe and Tilly must confront questions surrounding an old case and why its truth has eluded investigators for so long. Their unexpected adventure turns a simple chase into a tense investigation, with Edgar’s playful instincts leading them toward a mystery that may finally be ready to yield its answers.
Evidence Confidence
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- We still have limited information tied to this exact recording or edition.
- We have recording-specific performance commentary or analyzed audio for this audiobook.
There is useful independent information about the book itself, though some story details are still supported more clearly than others. The Limited label reflects what we still don’t know about this particular audiobook recording—not a lack of information about the book.
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Networks 9
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Supporting sources 1
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Narrator Experience
How John Banks performs this particular recording.
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Performance summary
In the verified sample, John Banks is heard with measured pacing and crisp enunciation. These excerpt-level observations are combined with recording-specific listener evidence, so the profile stays cautious about qualities the short sample cannot demonstrate across the full audiobook.
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Performance at a glance
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What this means for your listen
Early performance evidence points this way: the steady or measured pace should feel easy to settle into; listeners who prefer brisk delivery may find it more deliberate. Clear or careful diction should make dialogue, names, and unfamiliar terms easier to follow over a longer listen.
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Evidence behind this section
Counts describe support for this narrator/recording, not a quality score.Why we describe the performance this way
We use evidence tied specifically to this recording. Repeated observations across independent sources carry more weight than isolated comments. Narrator background and career recognition can add useful context, but they do not determine how this performance is described.
Narrator recognition & background
- John Banks appears on at least 2 other verified audiobook editions in our catalog.
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Is This Right for You?
Story and reader-fit guidance remains useful here. Recording-specific claims are limited to evidence matched to this exact edition.
You’ll probably enjoy this if…
- Listeners who enjoy concise detective stories
- Readers drawn to cold cases and long-buried secrets
- Fans of investigative partnerships involving Washington Poe and Tilly
- Anyone wanting a mystery short enough to finish in one sitting
It might not be the best fit if…
- Listeners seeking a richly documented performance profile
- Those wanting clear guidance about humour, violence, romance, or emotional intensity
- Anyone looking for a detailed assessment of character development or thematic depth
- If narration style is important to you, use the verified sample above alongside the edition-matched performance evidence.
Our Take
Dead Man’s Fingers is best approached as a compact Washington Poe mystery: a peaceful outing gives way to an old case and buried questions. The premise should appeal to readers who enjoy investigations sparked by chance discoveries and close partnerships. Story-level detail is limited, and there is no dependable basis here for judging the audiobook’s delivery or broader performance qualities.
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Runtime & Edition Details
- Runtime
- 00:47
- Format
- Audiobook
- Language
- EN English
Why You Can Trust This Recommendation
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- Independent discussions and source networks are counted distinctly
- Narration claims require edition- or narrator-specific support
- Unsupported information is withheld instead of displayed as a zero score
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FAQ
How long is this audiobook?
The recording runs for approximately 47 minutes, making it a compact mystery that can be finished in a single sitting.
Who narrates the audiobook?
The English-language edition is narrated by John Banks.
Is this a standalone story or part of a series?
The supplied edition information does not identify a series relationship, so that detail remains unconfirmed here.
Is the audiobook performance highly characterized?
There is not enough recording-specific performance information to describe John Banks’s delivery, character voices, pacing, or vocal style responsibly. The edition identity is verified, but performance commentary is currently unavailable.
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