It took me some time to warm up to the story, but once I was in, it was crazy adventure. The end was so scary I went to get my cat inside. Maybe I shouldn't listen to it while alone at home on Halloween. I love how Preston and Child write their stories. I'm only a little bit sorry I've read The Cabinet of Curiosities before this, so Nora's love interest was already spoiled to me. I love Smithback. Even though the narrator was amazing and he read with great scary voice, I don't think I'll listen to Preston and Child's books anymore, they are much more enjoyed when read.