• The Running Grave

  • A Cormoran Strike Novel
  • By: Robert Galbraith
  • Narrated by: Robert Glenister
  • Length: 34 hrs and 14 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (4,579 ratings)

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The Running Grave

By: Robert Galbraith
Narrated by: Robert Glenister
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In the seventh installment in the Strike series, Cormoran and Robin must rescue a man ensnared in the trap of a dangerous cult.

Private Detective Cormoran Strike is contacted by a worried father whose son, Will, has gone to join a religious cult in the depths of the Norfolk countryside.

The Universal Humanitarian Church is, on the surface, a peaceable organization that campaigns for a better world. Yet Strike discovers that beneath the surface there are deeply sinister undertones, and unexplained deaths.

In order to try to rescue Will, Strike's business partner, Robin Ellacott, decides to infiltrate the cult, and she travels to Norfolk to live incognito among its members. But in doing so, she is unprepared for the dangers that await her there or for the toll it will take on her. . .

Utterly pulse-pounding, The Running Grave moves Strike's and Robin's story forward in this epic, unforgettable seventh installment of the series.

©2023 Robert Galbraith (P)2023 Mulholland Books

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Terrific story!

So much better than The Ink Black Heart. While the plot revolving around a cult figure is not new, Rowling’s imagination and impeccable pacing makes this an exciting addition to this series.

I was dismayed with the incorrect pronunciation of the I Ching. I did appreciate the shorter epigraphs but found it cringeworthy and jarring hearing throughout 34 hours plus of “I” pronounced as “eye” instead of “ee”, as a previous reviewer noted. How can such a major narration error happen again in a Rowling audio production?

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Loved it!

Wow! Another great book in this series, I started it thinking 34 hours would be a very long listen, but as I progressed I didn"t want it to end! Robert Glenister is excellent as narrator. I have re-listened to the first six books at least once and enjoyed them all over again. I'm looking forward to the next book in the series. Meanwhile I'll probably listen to this one again in a few months.

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Another excellent story

These books may be a little long but the story never disappoints. And the narrator is excellent.

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Brilliant characterization, satisfying plot complexity

However one rates Rowling’s personal cancelability, her writing remains entertaining and masterful! Her choice to focus on cults is timely and timeless. Cheers for revealing the way that “normal” people can gradually become indoctrinated and fall prey to manipulation, and the trauma that results, even after the acute threats are removed.

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Best Yet

This book was phenomenal. Easiest to follow and remember each character’s importance. The ending was a stunner!!! Cannot wait for the next in the series. I need it to be released like tomorrow!!! Thank you JK Rowling for giving us another series with characters to relate to, love and cherish.

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Worth every minute.

The Cormoran Strike books are wonderfully written. Each time I finish one I cannot wait for the next!!!

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Favorite book of this series

I love this series and this 7th book kept my attention the whole time. I will listen again in time. Robert Glenister is
The perfect narrator. I’m in awe of the author’s imagination and talent.

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Wow… just wowwww

I well worth the year wait… absolutely a great read. The books just get better and better… I was on such an emotional roller coaster. And that ending, I literally screamed out loud. I am very impatiently waiting for the next installment!

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THE BEST in the series so far!

Amazing story, amazing performance by Robert Glenister! I listened to this book over 3 days and am still in awe! Do not hesitate to get this one. It's well worth it.

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The Running Grave

I love this series, but I think this was my fav of all of them. I could hardly put it down. It is a definite must read!

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