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Inkslingers Ball

Forensic Handwriting Series, Book 5

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Inkslingers Ball

By: Sheila Lowe
Narrated by: Richard j Brewer, Donna Allen
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Explosive drama erupts when the life of a teen with a tortured past is jeopardized by her secret tattoo. Handwriting expert Claudia Rose joins forces once again with Detective Joel Jovanic, who is investigating a firebombing, a young woman found dead in a dumpster, and the disappearance of a journalist. The investigation heats up when Jovanic uncovers evidence that the same tattoo is linked to his cases.

“Lowe expertly delivers a solid criminal investigation while guiding her readers into a unique culture where tattooing and the murder of a young girl come together on the autopsy table. Hit the lights and siren because this is one fast ride from beginning to end.” (Lee Lofland, author of Police Procedure and Investigation and founder and director of the Writers’ Police Academy)

“Inkslingers Ball is the perfect novel for an afternoon by the pool. With vivid characters, smooth writing, and a twisty plot, Sheila Lowe has crafted a mystery that will keep you guessing to the very end.” (Boyd Morrison, international best-selling author)

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“Lowe expertly delivers a solid criminal investigation while guiding her readers into a unique culture where tattooing and the murder of a young girl come together on the autopsy table. Hit the lights and siren because this is one fast ride from beginning to end.” (Lee Lofland, author of Police Procedure and Investigation and founder and director of the Writers’ Police Academy)

“Inkslingers Ball is the perfect novel for an afternoon by the pool. With vivid characters, smooth writing, and a twisty plot, Sheila Lowe has crafted a mystery that will keep you guessing to the very end.” (Boyd Morrison, international best-selling author)
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This was awesome, I loved it brilliant storyline and great characters. I highly recommend this audiobook wish I’d have started with the first in this series. The narrators were spot on really great. Can not wait to listen to more.

Fabulous

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Just loving this series, am learning so much not only about forensic accounting but on this one about tattoos (not going to get one but it was a great plot device). How is Annabelle only 15 going on 16 with all her life experiences. It is really interesting watching all the relationships develop and grow.

I was given a free copy by the author but the review is entirely my own.

Didnt want this to end

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I enjoyed listening to the dual narration of Richard Brewer and Donna Allen

Wow the twists and turns. A great fast paced plot.
I loved the story, competition between the tattoo world. The mystery and handwriting expert Claudia Rose and Detective Joel , working together to solve a murder.
Brilliant

Great

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Wow loved this book absolutely brilliant a wonderful listen love Annabel she is great. Brilliant narration as always

A brilliant murder mystery book first class author

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Format: audiobook
Narrator: Richard J Brewer and Donna Allen

Another truly engrossing story in this series.
The handwriting analysis aspect is fascinating and with it tied into interesting cases these stories are unique and refreshing, add in the relationship Between Claudia, Annabel and Joel and you have another interesting dimension to the story.

Both narrators did a great job, the dual narration worked really well here.

Another engrossing story

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I absolutely loved this book! Sheila Lowe wrote some incredible twists in this book. I had never really thought about sugar skull tattoo's before, nor had I thought much about tattoo artists all having their own signature style designs or work like an actual signature. The descriptions and imagery in the story made it so easy to visualize the details. The relationship between Claudia and Joel was so realistic too. I liked their banter, and how the author injected humor into the story as well. The idea that Claudia could read so much about a person from seeing their signature was fascinating. Without giving away spoilers, I loved the twist at the end. Kudos to the author for that! Donna Allen and Richard Brewer both did a fabulous performance with this book. They brought the characters to life with their voices and the emotions. I love it when I can hear exactly who is speaking, and both were wonderful. This book is a standalone listen and part of the forensic handwriting series. I will definitely listen to more books by this author and narrators.

Sugar Skull Tattoo ...

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This is another fast paced and very readable book with a handwriting expert as the central sleuth, this time set in the murky world of inkslingers, or tattoo artists. I didn't see the ending coming as it was cleverly constructed. An interesting read and one that gave me a chance to learn about tattoos as well as enjoy the story.

Interesting read about tattoo artists

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another great audiobook from the pen of Sheila Lowe and narrated by Richard J Brewer and Anna Crowe. Definitely not as good as the first 3 books but great none the less xxxxxxx

great

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Some very tense moments in this book especially surrounding Annabelle. I find her very believable despite some of the scrapes she gets into and her rash moves. As the father of 6 daughters, now thankfully all adults, I can relate to both her and those who care about her and the anguish she causes them.
There's a good pace to the story and more interaction between Claudia and Joel as their relationship develops although not always smoothly.

I like the use of two narrators here which works well and both play their part nicely. My only minor niggle was Donna, the female narrator who at times sounds like she's gasping loudly on the inhale. I only really noticed during the Inslinger's Ball event but from then on I found it quite distracting no matter how much I tried to ignore it. I wonder if she caught a cold or something while recording.

Still, an entertaining and enjoyable listen and I'm already looking forward to the next book, Outside The Lines.

I was given a free copy of this audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this unbiased review.

Cool thriller

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It is one of those books that I did not want to end. The interesting story carried me along and made me keep listening. This Shelia Lowe's series about Claudia Rose, who is a forensic handwriting expert.

Book 5

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