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The Maltese Parrot: A Patricia Fisher Mystery: A Humorous Cruise Ship Cozy Mystery, Book 9 Audible Audiobook – Unabridged

Steve Higgs (Author), Sheila Daly Payson (Narrator), Steven J. Higgs (Publisher)
4.6 out of 5 stars 1,130 ratings

When she finds a wounded member of British Intelligence in her bedroom, Patricia really isn’t that surprised. I mean, it happens all the time, doesn’t it? However, she is surprised, and really not delighted, to hear that he has a secret task for her.

Find his contact, hand over a harmless looking data storage device that just happens to have the details of a superweapon on it, and save the world from certain disaster. Her country needs her. Well, that’s just perfect.

Throw into the mix a missing grandmother who just might have been grabbed by sex traffickers, foreign agents who all want the weapon, and the return of her gin-guzzling friend Lady Mary Bostihill-Swank and her relaxing, romantic stop in Malta might be the most exciting two days of her life.

Get ready for another cozy thrill ride as Patricia, Barbie, Jermaine, and more get in and out of trouble in an ancient island paradise.

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  1. Book 9 of 10
    Patricia Fisher Cruise Ship Mysteries
  2. Listening Length
    4 hours and 42 minutes
  3. Author
    Steve Higgs
  4. Narrator
    Sheila Daly Payson
  5. Audible release date
    May 26, 2020
  6. Language
    English
  7. Publisher
    Steven J. Higgs
  8. ASIN
    B088VG5RKZ
  9. Version
    Unabridged
  10. Program Type
    Audiobook
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Book 9 of 10 Patricia Fisher Cruise Ship Mysteries
Listening Length 4 hours and 42 minutes
Author Steve Higgs
Narrator Sheila Daly Payson
Whispersync for Voice Ready
Audible.com Release Date May 26, 2020
Publisher Steven J. Higgs
Program Type Audiobook
Version Unabridged
Language English
ASIN B088VG5RKZ
Best Sellers Rank #70,310 in Audible Books & Originals (See Top 100 in Audible Books & Originals)
#150 in International Mystery & Crime (Books)
#544 in International Mystery & Crime (Audible Books & Originals)

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Customers find this mystery book extremely fun and filled with adventure, with one review noting it keeps readers entertained throughout with multiple players. They appreciate the wonderful characters and the author's skill.

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Customers enjoy this mystery book, describing it as extremely fun and filled with adventure, with one customer noting it keeps readers entertained throughout with multiple players.

"This series has been very entertaining, and this book is no exception. Good characters, lots of action but also lots of violence...." Read more

"...Great story!" Read more

"Once again this is a crazy mixed up adventure with lots of action, mystery, and murder. Cast of characters is wonderful." Read more

"...More action with new combatants as she is in more not water than normal. Good that luck is there for them." Read more

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Customers appreciate the character development in the book.

"...Good characters, lots of action but also lots of violence. This book too borders on the fantastic...." Read more

"...Cast of characters is wonderful." Read more

"A great cast of characters who all work together. Pat has the ability to engage so many different people. Always guessing what is next." Read more

"...I have been intrigued by the plot twists and the development of the characters! I hate to see the end of this series!" Read more

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Customers find the author really good.

"...The only thing holding up my teary face is our charming author segues us to the gorgeous English countryside with Patricia and another heartwarming..." Read more

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"...This author is really good, I've now read every book in all his series and every one is great. Highly recommend all of them." Read more

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  • M. Davis
    5.0 out of 5 stars entertaining
    Reviewed in the United States on February 17, 2024
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    This series has been very entertaining, and this book is no exception. Good characters, lots of action but also lots of violence. This book too borders on the fantastic. C’mon, a James Bond type character enlists Patricia’s help? Murder and mayhem follow.
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  • Heinzz57
    4.0 out of 5 stars Review
    Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2020
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    Patricia has already decided she can't stay with Alistair. She has to go home and find her own way.

    Lots of twists and turns in this cloak and dagger spy tale.

    Patricia has a hard time trusting anyone as she tries to save the world.

    Lady Mary returns, Patricia and Jermaine are arrested, and Alistair is kidnapped.

    Patricia ia also tasked with finding a missing Granny.

    Just another few days in the life of our intrepid detective.

    Great story!
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars The Maltese parrot
    Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2025
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    Once again this is a crazy mixed up adventure with lots of action, mystery, and murder. Cast of characters is wonderful.
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good
    Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2024
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    Keeps you entertained throughout with multiple players who will live up to the story quite nicely. More action with new combatants as she is in more not water than normal. Good that luck is there for them.
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Can't keep Pat down
    Reviewed in the United States on April 8, 2024
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    A great cast of characters who all work together. Pat has the ability to engage so many different people. Always guessing what is next.
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  • Brenda
    4.0 out of 5 stars Fun reading
    Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2020
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    Brenda Enjoying the series hope to have a lot more to read. Looking forward to seeing how Mrs Fisher adapts to being back on land
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  • Jalopy
    5.0 out of 5 stars Yet Again, Patricia Ascends Above Worldly Chaos!
    Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2020
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    I am devastated that Patricia's world tour onboard the magnificent Aurelia Cruise Ship is coming to an end. The only thing holding up my teary face is our charming author segues us to the gorgeous English countryside with Patricia and another heartwarming cast of characters... one must wonder where he gets his information and British intelligence from... but who cares when and where Hendricks Lavender Gin flows freely and Patricia keeps people, police and perps guessing while she uses her little grey cells performing Hercule Poirot or Herculean efforts to solve mysteries beyond imagination As an American, all I can say or ask the author is to Please Sir, might I have more? Thank you in advance because I have yet to read Book 10... jlp
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  • Barbara
    5.0 out of 5 stars Cleaver mystery. I don't know she does it.
    Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2023
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    Once again, Patricia is right on the mark. Sad to see this series end with one remaining book. But I know there will be more fun ahead.
    I find myself excited to settle in a chair after work to enjoy a cozy mystery. Loved It.
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  • Craftaholic Chris
    5.0 out of 5 stars Thrills and Spills Aplenty
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 15, 2024
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    Patricia’s most hair-raising adventure yet kept me turning the pages into the small hours. James Bond, eat your heart out!
    Alongside the high octane action, some poignant moments plus, of course, many laugh aloud scenes. Steve Higgs can write comedy, romance and thriller. What’s not to love!
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  • Helena
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another brilliant episode!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 11, 2020
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    Where do I start and what can I say that hasn’t already been said?!

    Steve has managed to keep every book in this series as funny, interesting and as page turning as the very first.
    I absolutely love the characters in these books. Some of whom have been with Patricia from the beginning - Barbie her personal trainer, Jermaine her Jamaican but wonderfully Downton Abbeyish butler and, of course, the handsome Captain Alistair. Others pop up now and again. They are as integral to the plots as Patricia.
    The backdrop for this book is Malta, and the description given by Steve is wonderfully descriptive and the reader is able to visualise the scenery.
    It is a shame that Patricia’s cruise is coming to an end but I am looking forward to her next adventures.
    Well done Steve, another great story.
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  • M.A.SPRIGGS
    4.0 out of 5 stars Another fun packed mystery
    Reviewed in Australia on February 20, 2020
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    A fun quick read. Full of quirky characters and highly improbable situations with a tongue in cheek humour that I enjoy. Really like this mystery series.
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  • Karen Bennett
    5.0 out of 5 stars Best yet
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 11, 2020
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    I love the way Patricia's brain works and the relationships she has built with Jerome and Barbie especially. This tale is twistier than the mooring rope on the liner. A great story with a heart stopping finale. I think this would be a great series for TV or even a movie
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 29, 2020
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    Wow, what a book, Patricia gets a lot of unwanted attention in this book. Spies, murders, kidnappings and a pregnant dog. I couldn't put this book down until I'd finished reading it. I can't wait to read what happens in the next book.
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