In The Assassins of the Dawn by Michel Bussi (Les Presses de la Cité / Lizzie), the author transports us to Guadeloupe, to the heart of an intrigue that mixes police suspense and island mysteries.
Three tourists are found murdered, killed with a harpoon in the heart at dawn, with no apparent connection between them, and each murder is predicted in every detail by a mysterious old man.
The strange staging and elements of black magic plunge Commander Valéric Kancel and his team into a frenetic investigation where they must unravel prophecies, legends and very real issues in Guadeloupean society.
The captivating voice of Alex Fondja
For this intense thriller, Alex Fondja lends his voice with a mastery that knows how to captivate the listener from start to finish. Known in particular for his French dubbing of Chris Carey in Bad Trip, he plays here a gallery of characters with contrasting personalities, ranging from the prophetic old man to the chilling assassin.
His modulated voice offers an additional emotional dimension, allowing you to follow the complex plot with ease and immersion.
Alex adopts a rhythmic and powerful narrative flow, perfectly suited to this distressing investigation which plays out against a backdrop of breathtaking landscapes, social tensions and ancestral beliefs.
His interpretation, dynamic and vibrant, brings to life the Guadeloupean setting which, under the pen of Michel Bussi, takes on an almost mystical dimension.
The Assassins of the Dawn – A total immersion in the Caribbean… far from the clichés
Bussi, master of illusion, takes us into the mysteries of an island that reveals itself far from the tourist image.
It explores its darker sides: the repercussions of mass tourism, the scars of its colonial past and the influence of local beliefs. Far from clichés, this Guadeloupe becomes a character in its own right, whose tensions and complexity nourish the intrigue.
Bussi's realism makes this atmosphere oppressive and fascinating, a backdrop that subtly contrasts with the picturesque beaches and tropical sun.
A thriller with many twists and turns
Michel Bussi here masters the art of suspense and false leads. Each chapter is a new stage in a race against time, and the author multiplies the hypotheses to better blur the lines. Assassins of the Dawn turns out to be a thrilling thriller, where each character can potentially be linked to the murders, and where the revelations fall like a blade.
The Assassins of the Dawnis an immersive auditory adventure that will immerse you in a breathtaking and exotic story.
Listening to this novel is a real pleasure, adding added value to a thriller already captivating with its emotional richness and mysteries. Whether you are a fan of thrillers or curious to discover a more authentic Guadeloupe, this thriller promises you a journey to the heart of the intrigue and secrets of the island. To buy or listen to an extract Click here or click here
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