Thicker Than Blood: The Complete Andrew Z. Thomas Trilogy

Thriller

Thicker Than Blood: The Complete Andrew Z. Thomas Trilogy

by Eric G. Dove

Narrated by Eric G. Dove

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17 hours and 2 minutesRuntimeUnabridged audiobookFormatJune 19, 2014Release dateNarrated editionNarration
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Early Evidence Profile
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Suspense intensity
41% Low
Secrets and revelations
41% Low
Danger close to home
41% Low
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What it’s about

Thicker Than Blood collects Blake Crouch’s Andrew Z. Thomas trilogy: Desert Places, Locked Doors, and Break You. Andrew is a successful suspense writer whose life is disrupted by a chilling letter claiming that a buried body lies on his property. What begins as an unsettling discovery draws him into a deadly cat-and-mouse game, forcing him to confront questions about the hidden secrets surrounding his home and the danger now closing in around him.

Across the trilogy, the suspense unfolds through escalating twists as Andrew struggles to understand who is targeting him and why. This complete edition also includes never-before-released alternate endings to Desert Places and Locked Doors, offering additional versions of pivotal story conclusions.

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Verified narratorEric G. Dove
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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…

  • You enjoy domestic or psychological suspense where danger begins in an apparently familiar setting.
  • You like protagonists forced to investigate secrets while an unknown adversary closes in.
  • You want a substantial trilogy-length commitment rather than a single short thriller.
  • You are interested in alternate endings and bonus material connected to pivotal conclusions.

It might not be the best fit if…

  • You are looking for a light, comic, romantic, or informational audiobook.
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  • You prefer a standalone premise without an extended trilogy structure.
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Our Take

This is a strong premise-led thriller package: a successful suspense writer, a disturbing discovery, and a threat that keeps tightening around him across three connected novels. It should appeal to listeners who like domestic danger, hidden secrets, and twist-driven pursuit. Eric G. Dove’s performance has one encouraging suspense-focused observation, but the available recording-specific picture is too narrow for stronger claims about the full narration.

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Runtime & Edition Details

Runtime
17 hours and 2 minutes
Format
Unabridged audiobook
Publisher
Mountainside Books, LLC
Audiobook release date
June 19, 2014
Language
English
ASIN
B00L4LR6II
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  • The available evidence supports the suspense premise more strongly than specific claims about pacing, character depth, or content intensity.

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FAQ

Does this edition include anything beyond the three main novels?

Yes. Alongside Desert Places, Locked Doors, and Break You, the complete edition includes alternate endings for Desert Places and Locked Doors.

How long is the audiobook?

The unabridged English audiobook runs 17 hours and 2 minutes.

Who narrates this audiobook?

Eric G. Dove is credited as the narrator for this edition.

Is the suspenseful tone supported by the available information?

The story premise is clearly built around danger, concealed secrets, escalating twists, and a cat-and-mouse pursuit. The available listening commentary also specifically mentions suspense, although broader evidence about the full recording remains limited.

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