Audiobook Review: King of Code by CD Reiss

KA
Sep 19, 2017
6 min read

The wait is finally over. King of Code is LIVE on all platforms. I'm so excited that you can all enjoy this amazing book now. I must say, I was super excited that CD Reiss decided to release the audiobook a week earlier than the ebook.

From New York Times Bestselling author, CD Reiss, comes a sexy tale of secrets, intrigue, betrayal, and a love worth crossing a continent for.

Taylor Harden is a man on the edge.

The edge of fame. The edge of untold wealth.

The edge of utter humiliation.

He built an unhackable system, and in front of everyone, it’s hacked.

His reputation goes from king to goat in a split second. Boom. Like that.

Some dude in Barrington, USA (AKA Nowhere) has locked down Taylor’s code, and if he doesn’t get it back, he’s going to be wearing a monkey suit for the rest of his life.

Except, this guy? This hacker from Nowhere? He’s not a guy.

Harper Watson’s all woman. And she has a plan for Taylor, his code, and his body.

PURCHASE LINKS

Amazon US - Audiobook

Amazon UK - Audiobook

Audible US

Audible UK

Written by: CD Reiss

Narrated by: Christian Fox

Length: 9 hrs and 42 mins

Unabridged Audiobook

Release Date:09-12-17

Publisher: Flip City Media Inc

When Whispersync kicks in I believe it’ll be $7.49/ £3.49

REVIEW

Rating:

Story - 5 stars

Performance - 5 stars

Overall - 5 stars

Taylor Harden has created an unhackable code, he’s the new King in town; the King of Code. That is until he is hacked, in front of everyone and locked out of his own system. Of course, he plays it down while scrambling to find the person that did the unthinkable and regain access to his system. He heads to a rundown town to find the guy responsible, instead, he finds Harper Watson and she has demands. Are they something he is willing to give? Can they resist the lure of each other? What happens if they both get what they want? You’re going to have to grab this book to find out.

Firstly, if you’re looking for a fluffy, hearts and flowers romance, this is not the book for you. This is not your typical romance novel, it is something, new and different. The way forward in my opinion. However, if you like twists and intrigue and an intense story, pick this beauty up today!

I think King of Code just became my favourite book this year. This book kept me on my toes, just when I thought I had it figured out CD Reiss changed things up and had me guessing again. She has created a book that is unique, intelligent and sexy as hell. I love that she doesn’t talk down to her readers, she knows we’re a smart bunch and treats us as such. She doesn’t explain every little thing, just enough to give you an ‘a-ha’ moment. She dropped so many clues throughout this book that I feel like I need to go back and listen to it all over again so I can pick up on the ones I missed, because she does it so subtly that if you’re not looking for them, you’ll likely miss them, and I freaking love it! Yes, the story includes code talk, the title kind of gives that away, right? But it isn’t overdone, again, just enough to give you an idea of what the characters are experiencing. I kept thinking of it as a need to know basis. This book has so many different elements; friendship, small-town life, love, understanding, redemption, it literally has something for everyone.

I need to talk about these characters for a minute or five. I loved them so much. Each one was so different. Firstly, the man of the hour, Taylor Harden, the entire book is from his POV and it worked brilliantly, I loved being in his mind throughout all the events in the book and knowing what and how he was thinking. He had that commanding presence but was also very sweet and kind-natured. I liked that he struggled with some of the demands Harper had, that he didn’t just jump into sleeping with her, considering what had happened up to that point.

Harper was an interesting character, to be honest, I didn’t know whether to like her or not. I had to ask myself if she was male and did the same things to a female would I have been ok with it, the fact is, no I wouldn’t, which is why I struggled in the beginning with her. However, the more I got to know her, the more I liked her. The devotion she had from the residents of Barrington was one of the reasons that I had to stop and think ‘she can’t be that bad’. She was crazy for sure but vulnerable, more vulnerable than she let people believe. I ended up absolutely adoring her. I liked that we didn’t know her reasoning, that we found out when Taylor did, in little dribs and drabs. It made her character even more interesting and made me so much more invested in the story. I HAD to know why!!!!!!

The secondary characters really enriched this story, Keaton who was kind of scary but in a, you don’t mess with my friend kind of way, plus he’s British and you know I have to support my fellow countryman. Taylor’s ‘people’ and Harper’s sister, Catherine were executed brilliantly and gave more understanding and definition to the main characters.

The town of Barrington played a huge role in this book, it was like a character all of its own. I loved that, I loved seeing how all the residents cared for and protected each other. The way they all worked together, even though they were struggling. It was beautiful and it was easy to fall in love with the town and the residents along with Taylor.

Taylor and Harper’s relationship was one of beauty as it progressed and at times, it was funny and crazy and even sad. Of course, this is CD Reiss we’re talking about so you know the sex was off the charts steamy, but, as always, it played a part, there was always a reason, it was never just to steam up someone’s kindle or audible app.

When I heard Christian Fox was going to narrate this audiobook I was excited. I’ve listened to a few of his narrations in the past and thoroughly enjoyed them, my introduction to the work of CD Reiss was an audiobook Christian Fox narrated, we have history, so, I don’t make this next statement lightly. King of Code is the best performance I’ve heard him do, it was amazing. It took me longer than it should have to listen to it because I made it last, I didn’t want to rush through it, I wanted to spend as much time as the book would allow with this performance. It’s no secret I often listen at a higher speed, not only did I not want to with this performance but it wasn’t necessary, I would have missed so much. Each character was unique and easily distinguishable from each other, as were the male and female characters. He never overplays the difference between them. It’s subtle but effective. There are several different accents in this book and they were all fantastic. The standout character for me has to be Taylor Harden, Christian performed his strong but sweet personality flawlessly. As for a secondary character, Keaton’s air of mystery and danger was really enhanced by the tone Christian chose to use for him, you know how judgemental I can be over the British accent but he nailed it.

This audiobook has sound effects, seriously! And it offers the listener such a new and interesting experience. Each chapter point, rather than saying ‘Chapter 1’ is music, from a cello and it’s beautiful. I may have skipped back a time or two just to listen to it again. I felt this audio production was extremely unique and the way forward for audiobooks. Speaking of unique, whenever Taylor is working code out, it has a voice-over sound (I’m not sure that’s what it is called, but the best way I can describe it), so you hear what he’s saying and what he’s thinking at the same time, it was extremely clever and well done. I say that because you don’t miss anything, it’s still very clear what is being portrayed to the listener. It really immerses you in the story.

**I'll just be over here changing all my passwords**