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Rum Runner: Jacqueline "Jack" Daniels Mysteries, Book 14 Audible Audiobook – Unabridged

Bob Walkenhorst (Narrator), J.A. Konrath (Author), Joe Konrath Books Ltd (Publisher)
4.3 out of 5 stars 1,790 ratings

Twenty years ago, a young cop named Jacqueline "Jack" Daniels arrested one of the most sadistic killers she'd ever encountered. She has since retired from the Chicago Police Department in order to raise her toddler daughter.

But old grudges never die. They fester until the right opportunity comes along.

While on vacation in the Wisconsin north woods, Jack learns - too late - that her old adversary is out of prison. He has revenge on his mind. And he's bringing an army with him.

Outnumbered, outgunned, and cut off from the outside world, Jack Daniels is about to learn the meaning of last stand.

This is the ninth Jack Daniels novel, after Stirred. More than one million Jack Daniels novels have been sold worldwide.

That which does not kill you, keeps trying....

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  1. Listening Length
    8 hours and 37 minutes
  2. Author
    J.A. Konrath
  3. Narrator
    Bob Walkenhorst
  4. Audible release date
    November 5, 2018
  5. Language
    English
  6. Publisher
    Joe Konrath Books Ltd
  7. ASIN
    B07K434GRJ
  8. Version
    Unabridged
  9. Program Type
    Audiobook
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Listening Length 8 hours and 37 minutes
Author J.A. Konrath
Narrator Bob Walkenhorst
Whispersync for Voice Ready
Audible.com Release Date November 05, 2018
Publisher Joe Konrath Books Ltd
Program Type Audiobook
Version Unabridged
Language English
ASIN B07K434GRJ
Best Sellers Rank #249,442 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals)
#7,599 in Women Sleuth Mysteries
#9,459 in Women Sleuths (Books)
#13,892 in Suspense (Audible Books & Originals)

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Customers find this book to be a thrilling, full-of-twists-and-turns story that's action-packed from start to finish, with laugh-out-loud funny moments throughout. Moreover, the book features well-developed characters, particularly Jack and Phinn, and maintains a very fast-paced action throughout. Additionally, customers appreciate the writing quality and say it's a great addition to the series.

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88 customers mention "Readability"79 positive9 negative

Customers find the book highly readable, describing it as a fantastic and thrilling read, with one customer noting it's the greatest Jack Daniels book in the series.

"...It’s well worth the read." Read more

"...I enjoy reading this series and this book, #9 in the series was a great read...." Read more

"...With that being said, it really was an enjoyable read with all the twist, turns and action pack edge of your seat Konrath story telling he always..." Read more

"Great book in the series. This is the 9th book in the Jack Daniels series...." Read more

64 customers mention "Suspenseful story"53 positive11 negative

Customers enjoy the suspenseful story of the book, which is action-packed from start to finish and full of twists and turns, keeping readers interested until the very end.

"...The suspense is interspersed with humorous exchanges between Jack's old CPD partner, Herb Benedict and her new partner, Harry McGlade, in a private..." Read more

"...The plot of this book was okay, there are previous Jack novels that I liked better...it was a quick read but almost felt rushed...." Read more

"...Each character is well rounded, the stories are complete and in-depth. Give him a chance and he'll draw you in as well...." Read more

"This has everything you expect from a Jack Daniels story. Lots of action, drama,suspense and humor...." Read more

33 customers mention "Humor"33 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the humor in the book, finding it laugh-out-loud funny in some parts with dark elements, and one customer notes that the ongoing banter is priceless.

"...It pokes fun without discrimination at both the good guys and the bad guys while driving home the quotation often attributed to Confucius “Before..." Read more

"...Their ongoing banter is priceless and always makes me laugh out loud. Harry has a new pet, Homeboy the meth addicted parrot...." Read more

"...I love Jack, Phin & over the top Harry! Too funny. Where I would normally give JD books 5 stars, this one just felt a little bit like a filler book...." Read more

"...Fast & humorous and a little over the top but that's what is expected when McGlade is on the case" Read more

24 customers mention "Character development"24 positive0 negative

Customers love the characters in the book, with one customer particularly appreciating how Jack is portrayed as a human.

"...And I have always loved Harry & Herb the best. Their ongoing banter is priceless and always makes me laugh out loud...." Read more

"...Each character is well rounded, the stories are complete and in-depth. Give him a chance and he'll draw you in as well...." Read more

"...The filler is there for all, the character reference is personal and may be a thing you like...." Read more

"...side emerges in this book that makes her more authentic, deepens her character. I enjoyed the story and the action very much." Read more

23 customers mention "Series content"20 positive3 negative

Customers love this book as part of the Jack Daniels series, with one customer noting it's the best story in the series so far.

"This book was the best Jack Daniels story to date. A gang banger Jack shot twenty years earlier escapes and comes for revenge...." Read more

"Like this series a lot. I thought it had ended a while back but glad it did not. Be sure to read this one." Read more

"Another nail biter. Love the Jack Daniels series. Can't wait to read her next adventures......Will recommend this series to friends." Read more

"A fun read and nice continuation of the Jack Daniels series!" Read more

19 customers mention "Pacing"15 positive4 negative

Customers enjoy the book's pacing, describing it as a very fast-paced action read with nonstop action throughout.

"...Fast & humorous and a little over the top but that's what is expected when McGlade is on the case" Read more

"...Konrath however delivers his unique mix of quick pacing, dark humor, inappropriate sexual references and lots and lots of kills...." Read more

"I have loved JA Konrath's books. They are spooky, at times, but very fast paced. Definitely keep your attention. This book was a disappointment...." Read more

"...The book starts out a little slow, but picks up quickly and gets you hooked." Read more

8 customers mention "Writing quality"8 positive0 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book, with one describing it as a page turner.

"...J.A. Konrath writes extremely well. Each story he writes draws you in, you feel like you are there and getting to know each character...." Read more

"JA Conrath has written another page turner. I enjoyed the humor as well as the suspense that was sprinkled throughout the story!..." Read more

"...Excellent writer." Read more

"Another great Jack Daniels novel . Story and writing was very good and it was hard for me to put down . I hope Konrath keeps this series going ." Read more

5 customers mention "Attention retention"5 positive0 negative

Customers find the book engaging, with one mentioning it keeps them up reading all night.

"...Mr Konrath keeps your attention, sometimes making you laugh out loud when you least expect it...." Read more

"...All in all, I thought it was a great read, held my attention and kept me turning the pages. Never a dull moment." Read more

"...They are spooky, at times, but very fast paced. Definitely keep your attention. This book was a disappointment...." Read more

"If you want a book that not only holds your attention, but keeps you up reading all night because you can't put it down, this is it. It has it all!..." Read more

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  • Clabe
    5.0 out of 5 stars Stupid crooks meet stupid cops in action thriller
    Reviewed in the United States on January 31, 2019
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    Idiot criminals-v-idiot cops, Rum Runner is a humorous, tongue-in-cheek satire intertwining the dysfunctional marriage of former Chicago cop, Jacqueline “Jack” Daniels, with the revenge obsession of street gang leader, T-Nail, who Jack had imprisoned for twenty years, the politics of returning to leadership of a gang after a twenty year absence, and the waste of human talent and creativity inherent in criminal gangs. It pokes fun without discrimination at both the good guys and the bad guys while driving home the quotation often attributed to Confucius “Before embarking on a journey of revenge, dig two graves.” It also points out that a trial by fire often makes or breaks a marriage. In the scenario proposed by Mr. Konrath, Jack Daniels’ marriage is definitely seared in a trial by fire.

    The characters were consistent with this type of slapstick story. None are particularly deep but I had no problems conjuring up empathy for Jack, and a little for Phin as well. Nothing about Jack’s friends led me to believe they could provide any meaningful help. Del provided an interesting twist toward the end, but the waste of his talent in the gang was criminal in itself.

    If you want non-stop action, even if it’s far-fetched, violent and a bit bizarre, by all means buy a copy of Rum Runner. It’s well worth the read.
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  • Thomas K
    4.0 out of 5 stars Another great Konrath thriller
    Reviewed in the United States on June 10, 2019
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    4 solid stars for a page turner of a book that I raced through in 3 days. I enjoy reading this series and this book, #9 in the series was a great read. An escaped murderer and gang crew chief by the name of T Nail is out to to torture and kill ex Chicago Police Lieutenant Jack Daniels. He is called "T Nail' because he uses an electric nail gun to torture and murder victims.
    This is more of a thriller than a mystery, since the bad guy is identified early on. The suspense is interspersed with humorous exchanges between Jack's old CPD partner, Herb Benedict and her new partner, Harry McGlade, in a private investigation business. Both Harry and Herb find out that Jack is in danger and rush to save her.
    One quote on gang initiation: "He remembered his blood-in for the C-Notes; the beating he had to take to join the gang. Thirteen years old, facing a gauntlet of eight guys, all trying to knock him down. They called it a rum runner, because by the time it was over, a brother couldn't stand up straight, just staggered around like a drunk."
    I purchased this book from Amazon.
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  • Stephanie Clymer
    5.0 out of 5 stars The BEST of ALL the Jack Daniels books!!!
    Reviewed in the United States on April 9, 2020
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    I’ve read ALL of the Jack Daniels novels, as well as many of the crossover novels. In fact, I’ve read them all MULTIPLE TIMES and Rum Runner is hands down, my ABSOLUTE FAVORITE, having reread it at least 6 times (it’s very helpful to know where you can skip through the extended portions of the ever irritating, rude and unforgivably obnoxious, Harry McGlade!!).
    Rum Runner takes you back to when Jack was just starting out and you can visually imagine what she looked like and every emotion she felt compared to her current situation and how she got to this point in her life now.
    Mr Konrath keeps your attention, sometimes making you laugh out loud when you least expect it. And then with a flick of his fingers on the keyboard, he’ll have you crying for Jack and her current predicament.
    I absolutely love how Mr Konrath uses multiple time periods for the characters. As well as giving you the option to read some of his stories with all timeframes intermingled... OR... you can read them in historical order.
    Don’t miss a single one of the Jack Daniels books!! I haven’t and I cannot believe I’m going to have to wait almost 9 months for the next book, Old Fashion, to finally come out!!! Please start writing faster, Joe!!
    P.S. Someone needs to better “proofread” the online e-book versions because the typos are HORRENDOUS and it takes away from enjoying the reading experience when you have to stop and try to figure out what it is supposed to say.
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  • Steele
    3.0 out of 5 stars Love Harry & Herb
    Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2016
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    I've read all of the Jack Daniels books (aside from the few in between short stories). And I have always loved Harry & Herb the best. Their ongoing banter is priceless and always makes me laugh out loud. Harry has a new pet, Homeboy the meth addicted parrot. Which is almost as great as Slappy the monkey from Cherry Bomb. The plot of this book was okay, there are previous Jack novels that I liked better...it was a quick read but almost felt rushed. Jack also had a horrible attitude problem in the beginning. Hence the 3 star rating. The dialog between Herb & Harry is what saved it for me!
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  • Karen Young
    5.0 out of 5 stars Well
    Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2025
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    At least one bad guy dies. I'm really getting tired of the bad guys getting away. Hopefully the next book won't be another reserection of the bad guys. Why can't the author come up with different ones instead of bringing back the old ones. Has the creative juices dryer up?
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  • sarina l white
    4.0 out of 5 stars Addicted to Jack Daniels!
    Reviewed in the United States on March 31, 2016
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    Always enjoy reading J. A. Konrath/ Kilborn books. I love Jack, Phin & over the top Harry! Too funny. Where I would normally give JD books 5 stars, this one just felt a little bit like a filler book. It was a fun quick read, it just didn't really live up to the previous 7 JD novels. I found the zombie jackers chapter a little tough to get through and tad bit annoying, however the action with Jack made up for that bit.

    I would also recommend reading the previous books, just so you know the characters background better. With that being said, it really was an enjoyable read with all the twist, turns and action pack edge of your seat Konrath story telling he always delivers.
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  • R J M
    4.0 out of 5 stars I hardly ever laugh out loud whilst reading, but ...
    Reviewed in Australia on April 19, 2016
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    I hardly ever laugh out loud whilst reading, but when Harry McGlade tried to save his drug addicted parrot from overdosing I couldn't stop. It almost made up for that bulls*** phone game chapter...Almost.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
    Reviewed in Canada on December 5, 2020
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    Love the book and the author
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  • Vanessa
    5.0 out of 5 stars Mit Humor
    Reviewed in Germany on October 16, 2016
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    J.A. Konrath versteht es spannende Geschichten mit Humor zu verbinden. Die Bücher können unabhängig voneinander gelesen werden. Trotzdem ist es besser, man liest die ersten der Reihenfolge nach. Die Bücher über Luther Kite von Jack Kilborn sind ebenfalls zu Empfehlen. Dort gibt es Informationen über Luther Kite.
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  • Susan Hampson
    5.0 out of 5 stars Superb
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 31, 2016
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    How excited I was to find out that J. A. Konrath is continuing with the Jack Daniels series. I have read all of the others and always recommend them. This novel lives up to all my expectations. It is wickedly gruesome, fast paced and totally hilarious.
    Jack is finding life more than trying, continually aware that Luther Kite is still at large has put a tremendous strain on her marriage to Phin. After an offer of a weekend get away to rekindle their romance from Harry, things can hopefully get back on track, but Jack's past is never too far away. Revenge is on someone's mind.
    J. A. Konrath has the ability to make me cringe and laugh uncontrollably all within the same sentence. Pure genius! The old gang are all back and up to old tricks and new ones My favourite character has to be Homeboy. Even just thinking about him is bringing a huge smile on my face.
    The good news is the next book in the series is already for pre-order. Already clicked and can't wait.
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  • Sandra Todd
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in Canada on April 18, 2016
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    One of the best by J. Konrath. Looking forward to the next one.
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