Going Underground

Jonathan Roper Investigates Series, Book 1

By: Michael Leese

Narrated by: Michael Healy

A spate of murders, deranged scientists, and heavily armed mercenaries - little wonder there's a state of panic at Scotland Yard.   

Chief Inspector Brian Hooley has a plan, and it won't make him popular. He wants to bring back autistic detective Jonathan Roper. Currently suspended on misconduct charges, his condition, coupled with a relentless work ethic, makes Roper a unique investigator with observational skills that allow him to see what others miss. But he is also a complex man who doesn't get social boundaries, and plenty of his colleagues just don't like him.  

Hooley doesn't care about that. He knows Roper is the one to make a difference.  

What follows is a roller-coaster ride, with the veteran cop about to find out what it's like to be the subject of Roper's unflinching gaze as his personal habits face intense scrutiny. 

This special relationship is warmly observed and provides a comic contrast to a darkly compelling story where the pair is pushed to the limit.

©2017 Michael Leese (P)2018 Tantor

Awesome

Loved the story and the relationship between the main characters. A relationship that requires work can be good for you.

intelligent

Very good
Excellent in most aspects of the way autism affects the everyday personal interactions . Lesson to be learned by all tolerance and acceptance.

Unexpected Likable Thriller

Jonathan Roper is autistic and it's really hard for him to make friends, but I like how he assembled the strange clues to make sense of this crime. With Detective Chief Inspector Brian Hooley of Scotland Yard, helping Jonathan they are a good team and sometimes a difficult colleague.
I wasn't sure if I would like to listen to this audiobook but gave it a chance and I'm glad I did.

Great mystery and characters

I am fascinated with the way Roper works out the clues. Holley deserves a medal for his patience. Complicated story line well done.

Fascinating description of Roper's process. Solution was not obvious which makes it fun.

The sing-song style of the performer is distracting. I really enjoyed the story and will look for more in this series.