Shining City: A Novel — Unabridged Audiobook
Unabridged: Shining City: A Novel is an English-language political thriller audiobook by Tom Rosenstiel, narrated by David Colacci. Its plot follows a Washington fixer vetting a Supreme Court nominee as killings intersect with the investigation, pairing political maneuvering with suspense.
At a glance
- A political thriller about a fixer investigating a Supreme Court nominee while a series of killings threatens the investigation.
- The story centres on political power struggles, justice and a potential threat to the nominee.
Reference price: $36.99
Price checked: Nov 12, 2026
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Pros
- Unabridged audio presentation provides the complete listed work in an 11-hour-and-7-minute format.
- Customer feedback describes the story and characters as engaging and the political and justice-system themes as thought-provoking.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Version | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 11 hours and 7 minutes |
| Language | English |
| Author | Tom Rosenstiel |
|---|---|
| Narrator | David Colacci |
| Publisher | Ecco |
| Publication date | Feb. 21 2017 |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners looking for a political thriller involving Washington power plays, a Supreme Court confirmation and a murder mystery.
- Audiobook listeners who want an unabridged English recording narrated by David Colacci.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a print or ebook edition rather than an audiobook.
- Listeners who do not want political intrigue mixed with a series of killings.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback highlights an intriguing story, engaging storytelling and believable characters with distinct personalities. Readers also describe the book as informative about the intersection of politics and the justice system. The generally favourable aggregate ratings offer an encouraging signal, though they do not explain individual reactions. This feedback may appeal to listeners drawn to the audiobook’s political investigation and suspense, but does not establish how any particular listener will respond.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the storyline as intriguing and the characters as interesting and believable.
- Feedback praises the storytelling and writing and finds the political and justice-system themes informative.
Frequently asked questions
Who wrote and narrates Shining City: A Novel?
The listed author is Tom Rosenstiel and the narrator is David Colacci.
How long is this audiobook?
Its listed listening length is 11 hours and 7 minutes.
What is the story about?
A Washington fixer investigates a Supreme Court nominee, while killings overlap with the inquiry and raise the danger around the judge.
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