Under the Beetle's Cellar Audiobook
Under the Beetle's Cellar is an unabridged English audiobook by Mary Willis Walker, narrated by Anna Fields. Its suspense plot follows a crime reporter investigating a cult while hostages remain held underground. The listing gives a listening length of 11 hours and 35 minutes.
At a glance
- A psychological suspense story involving a crime reporter, a religious cult and hostages.
- The listing identifies Anna Fields as narrator and Random House Audio as publisher.
Reference price: $24.83
Price checked: Nov 12, 2026
View offerAhead of Black FridayExplore the selectionPros and cons
Pros
- Unabridged presentation suits listeners who want the full audiobook rather than an abridged edition.
- The 11-hour-and-35-minute runtime offers a substantial listen for buyers seeking a longer suspense story.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Version | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 11 hours and 35 minutes |
| Language | English |
| Author | Mary Willis Walker |
| Narrator | Anna Fields |
| Publisher | Random House Audio |
| Publication date | July 2 2009 |
What to know before buying
- The story includes kidnapping, a religious cult and children held hostage, so its subject matter may not suit listeners seeking lighter fiction.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners looking for an unabridged psychological suspense audiobook.
- Fans of stories about crime reporting, hostage negotiations and cult investigations.
Less suited to
- Listeners who prefer short audio titles or lighter subject matter.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback is positive about the book's content and suspense, with readers describing it as thrilling. That reaction may appeal to listeners seeking an intense psychological story, though the hostage and cult themes are central to the listing's description. Aggregate ratings are generally favourable but include some lower ratings, so reactions are not uniform.
Positive themes
- Customers praise the content and describe the story as suspenseful and thrilling.
Frequently asked questions
Who wrote and narrated Under the Beetle's Cellar?
The listing names Mary Willis Walker as the author and Anna Fields as the narrator.
How long is the audiobook?
The listed listening length is 11 hours and 35 minutes.
What is the story about?
A crime reporter investigates a cult while an Austin school bus driver and children are held hostage underground.
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