Sleeping Dogs

A former mob assassin who has spent a decade living quietly in England under an assumed identity finds his carefully constructed sanctuary shattered when old enemies track him down. The man once known as the Butcher's Boy must abandon his peaceful existence and return to America, where a deadly game of cat and mouse unfolds across the country. With the Mafia, federal agents, and law enforcement all closing in from different angles, he faces a gauntlet that tests every survival skill he has honed over the years.

Michael Kramer delivers a masterful narration that captures both the protagonist's ruthless efficiency and his weary resignation at being pulled back into a world of violence. His measured pacing allows the tension to build gradually while maintaining the story's relentless momentum, particularly during the cross-country chase sequences that form the novel's backbone. Kramer's ability to differentiate between law enforcement officials, criminals, and civilians creates a vivid soundscape that enhances Perry's intricate plotting. The audio format proves ideal for this cat-and-mouse thriller, as Kramer's steady delivery mirrors the protagonist's calculating mindset while keeping listeners immersed in each deadly encounter.