Robert Galbraith in conversation with Mark Billingham + Reading from Troubled Blood (Oct 8th, 2020)

J.K. Rowling (Robert Galbraith) reads from her latest book, Troubled Blood, and answers questions from author Mark Billingham and her fans.
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[@catherinerobilliard7662]

No matter the genre, or the age it's aimed at, J K Rowling's writing is always phenomenal.

[@Wraphh]

@Vera Beland shut up

[@waltherhansen837]

Jo is such a lovely and an intelligent woman, and above all she´s a phenomenal writer. I hope for a lot more Galbraith-novels. Thank you for you, Mrs. Rowling.

[@EboniElon]

I actually would not mind JKR narrating her books, she did such a good job!

[@alphabo1]

I agree enthusiastically! The reader of this series is so dark that a lot of shades are lost in a uniformity of tones that doesn't agree with Jo's prose

[@Elisa-xc4gn]

Love how you write dialogue. The flow is so natural and effortless. Thanks for addressing the misogyny in society. Strike finally shows glimpses of vulnerability.

[@lyncates9238]

J K Rowling is my favourite author she is the author I go to when I want to leave my worries and just immerse myself in her brilliant imagination 🙋‍♀️

[@wonderwoman5528]

The book sounds like the best yet, and is the size of a house brick. Edit: I’ve finished the book. It’s the best in the series by far. Each witness and suspect stands out alone as JK’s strength is amazing at character’s and their individual voices. I never forgot the name of any of the many suspects and had them ingrained in my head. Expertly researched too; I felt like I was reading a phd with the amount of effort JK went into researching, and the minute details that accumulated throughout. There was so much misdirection that I was completely hoodwinked as to the ending. By the end I was gliding through each page and couldn’t stop to eat because I was so engrossed. For anyone who liked Voldemort’s backstory in the HP books, JK has done a lot of research on serial killers and psychopaths and the important subject matter is completely trusted in her hands. JK also touches on issues that women face such as misogyny in the workplace and subtle sexism that gets overlooked and accepted in society. I don’t really care much for will they/won’t they, love story plots but I found it pleasant subplot this time around. Every clue was solved at the end and I gave a sigh of completeness and relief with the feeling that the mystery was not just solved, but entertaining and fascinating along the way and I was revelling in sitting back and having such a lengthy read more than pay off. If you want to be throughly entertained and engrossed and are looking for a switch off, buy this book, sit down with a cup of tea and go for it. You won’t regret it.

[@imisstoronto3121]

Agreed, this is one of her better ones. She has a real talent for misdirection, and I had no idea who the culprit was. Eagerly awaiting the next one.

[@wonderwoman5528]

@@imisstoronto3121 me too :) definitely one of her best

[@SabineWren-tx1uq]

She’s amazing

[@NamasteBbooktube]

TROUBLED BLOOD is extraordinary.

[@catherinerobilliard7662]

And all the more chilling because every criminal act mentioned, no matter how harrowing, has happened in her lifetime

[@AraeS]

@@catherinerobilliard7662 They have happened and continue to happen.

[@AraeS]

@@catherinerobilliard7662 Some months ago something similar happened, then I remembered the book ... it made me want to read it again.

[@SoonAsYouCan]

This was great! Also, I need book 6 ASAP lol

[@Onmysheet]

She's working on a screenplay and finished writing Troubled a Blood, and you expect book 6 immediately? Doesn't work like that.

[@katemate7253]

A brilliant interview. J K is a genius I’ve read all the Strike books and they are so good. Troubled Blood was “ unputdownable “. You need to read them at least twice as there is so much in there . A brilliant TV series- not run of the mill-quite intellectual I think. 👏⭐️💐

[@NetsukePup]

Excellent interview. Filled with so much interesting information. Fabulous questions asked. Fabulous answers given. Thank you very very much.

[@aidansevern3134]

I ♥️ JK Rowling

[@bright_horizon]

I hope you feel well, dear Jo! We love you very much! Stay strong! I am looking forward to reading this novel.

[@alicetreasure4988]

She shows such an understanding of human nature, which makes the books feel like its about real people such as you and me

[@appetite4destruction205]

I have listened to the audiobook three times now and I am waiting quite impatiently for the next installment in the series. Also I must say that J.K. Rowling can write multiple genres perfectly but the performers that read her books for the audiobook versions are also perfect at their job too! Jim Dale that reads the entire Harry Potter series and Robert Glennister that reads the Strike series are the best! Looking forward to more from J.K. Rowling whether it be Strike and Robin solving the next case or another trip into the Wizarding World!

[@catherinerobilliard7662]

I’ve only listened to Stephen Fry narrating the Harry Potter books but he does a wonderful job. If a Harry Potter tv series is going ahead in the US, Stephen Fry would make a great Dumbledore.

[@samuela9245]

just finished the book.....next level! This series is so damn good. As a crime Novel fan....this series is one of greatest

[@asedition8847]

Such a good writer and an exceptional woman!

[@amily2901]

I luv her and both of her series soooo much

[@rocki3dd]

I love her readings ... she has an incredible voice.... I'd love an audiobook from her

[@lakelandlass1]

I have the series so far all on audio books. I listen to them in the car etc. Love them.

[@rocki3dd]

@@lakelandlass1 me too... but id love it in her voice

[@kejiri3593]

I never read her books, i liked Harry Potter movies and games. But i may consider getting this book. 1000 pages to read. That sounds nice to read through

[@rocki3dd]

@@kejiri3593 i would definitely read the first book in the series first this one is the 5th

[@AraeS]

@@rocki3dd The same thing happens to me, I really like her voice. I would like him to start making audiobooks or something like that, although the truth is that I am not a person who listens to audiobooks (except Stephen Fry, which I love when he narrated Harry Potter) but I think that if he would hear something of his voice, she has a very soothing voice.

[@andreidenisjebelean6297]

J. K. Rowling is the best author! She is the queen of Harry Potter books and many other books!👑 I love her and I will always do it!❤️

[@crossface222]

I love JK Rowling. What a talent. I’m a Ravenclaw lol. But seriously she writes Strike with very little action and I can’t stop turning the page. One of the greatest writers of all time. And I know that is a very large proclamation but I like reading and have read a lot. She is the greatest ever of creating relatable characters.

[@zah936]

I love her. She helped me go through high school.

[@kevinrussell1144]

I've never read anything by her, but having her read the first chapter of her new book has changed my mind. She is a much better writer than I'd suspected, and I could see myself buying this. I love crime fiction and love hearing her speak. Yes, she is bright.

[@eleanormaxwell721]

Troubled Blood is by far the best not that I did not love the others and I have listened to all the books on Audio and Robert Galbraith narration is Top Class he makes the characters come alive.

[@eleanormaxwell721]

And best of the book besides Strike and Robin is it had me guess right till the end, you font even see it coming and that is praise for the research and writing of JK Rowling (Robert Galbraith. Cannot wait for the next one

[@tintinfromindia2103]

J K Rowling 🙏

[@lesliegordon2313]

She's a natural crime writer. What an amazing departure from Harry Potter. The Strike books are phenomenal. And I've read a lot of crime stories.

[@R0CK0Nbaby]

Jo is just the most incredible talented writer I've ever come across, I feel so grateful to exist at the same time as her and reading her works just make me so glad to be alive! I love her soo dearly!

[@D31an]

Now, she has this face where she, at times, looks like she is in utter sadness and as if she is on the brink of bursting in tears... An example of many is at 11:49.

[@SergeiLobov]

Я просто обожаю взрослые новеллы Госпожи Роулинг. Очень точные характеры в современном британском обществе. Талантливая писательница.

[@itsjuliam]

Enjoyed this conversation immensely.

[@normajean2855]

What a terrific interview...I am truelly amazed at her diversity in writing..i could actually listen to her all day long... Thankyou for your books and the way you think ..

[@strstr2611]

Awesome! I'm looking forward to this book! The last was a masterpiece! :) Absolutely love the series! Best author of all times :)

[@gauri2901]

Keep Rocking JK Rowling I ❤️ JK Rowling

[@ivoneray1472]

I love her reading! 👏👏👏That book series is awesome! I have always loved reading detective stories!

[@zeelowsguys]

My favourite Author. So glad I discovered the Robert Galbraith series

[@edwardsah3]

This is a great interview. I got here after I read the book, and after I have seen all of the series. I agree that the casting of the shows is just excellent. I really hope that the series continue, and that we get more. Six episodes would do so much. Eight even better. The books would clearly be worth it. The actors have so much to offer. The Strike in my head is a lot heavier, a lot les refined. Robin, however, is only taller. Anyway, thanks.

[@ewerthondalta3409]

i was waiting for this 😊❤

[@a.vhodges6232]

Absolutely obsessed with the series book six this year can't wait

[@RussianLanguagePodcast]

Rowling, Atwood and Christie, my top-3 favorite writers.

[@kamilla1960]

Thank you for this great novel! I have been enjoying every page.

[@arthurtheaardvark13]

JKR has such an amazing reading voice! Anyways, just finished this book last night and it was incredible! However, as with all the previous books, I wish there was something online that breaks down each clue and tells me exactly how Strike and Robin cracked each case because I can never figure that out LMAO

[@salemyou]

Just finished the book .... The best one yet

[@bright_horizon]

JK Rowling is a queen!

[@soulfoodie1]

Facts

[@hellodave2006]

LOVE LOVE LOVE the CB Strike novels!!

[@ffeff8353]

Great interview!

[@andreapatterson8323]

Enjoyed this and I like this Mark Billingham guy. Going to look up his books now. :D

[@jlenardwang977]

great interview

[@wolffenhaus]

If books were candy you would be eating all 5 Robert Galbraith novels right now.

[@geniusandabsent-minded1390]

I've really enjoyed reading the book, it's a masterpiece

[@FurballHacker]

I ♡ Strike & Robin! Another brilliant story. ♡♡

[@jacquelineithell307]

A genus writer being interviewed by a genus writer , l have never been let down by Mark Billingham, absolutely brilliant writer, my only , disappointment , he doesn't write , enough and quickly for me

[@Valhalla88888]

JKR married a Scottish doctor and settled in Edinburgh (where she started her writing career) guess she got Galbraith from the local butchers in Edinburgh

[@connie_d]

JK Rowling for queen

[@flugsven]

Okay, here's what I want on my next birthday!

[@ramithnanayakkara9864]

I would love to one day read a Strike novel where Strike and Robin are married, have a kid, and are still solving crime.

[@SabineWren-tx1uq]

Jk Rowling is my very favorite writer 🥰 Harry Potter means so much to me. I just started CB Strile series and I love it.

[@sarcooper9874]

Finally got the ickabog! Plan on buying this later on.

[@classicalperformances8777]

what a great writer!

[@jbjkjbdawa1672]

Might buy this later on.

[@harleyquinn6692]

Icon🙌❤

[@phlearze]

This guys is no good at interviewing in that he sounds patronising to the listener, albeit unintentional, I’m sure, but it just paints the whole interview with such a different vibe, so much less enjoyable than other interviews with JKR. She’s such a genuine and sincere person, and I love hearing that come out in her when the interviewer is relaxed and sincere. Graham Norton is always amazing, and some other podcast and radio interviews have been wonderful.

[@fleetstreet11]

❤️

[@lahaza6515]

The red hair WORKS! She reminds me of the woman from x files here. Good look for her.

[@evrimeliztekin]

💜💜

[@sarcooper9874]

Lovely woman.

[@JDoe-gf5oz]

Cutest Robert I've ever seen.

[@jlenardwang977]

I FUCKING LOVE THE BOOK!!! JUST FINISHED TODAY

[@BenThomas13]

I honestly did not know this was her until a few years ago lol i wish she’d continue the HP series, I don’t think I’d like her adult books unless they were also about wizards 😂

[@mokeeiswatching]

As much as I love JK Rowling for writing these books, Robert Glenister reads them better.

[@tommydaniels502]

Robert looks far more feminine than I expected

[@BlueSkyCountry]

Facial expression in thumbnail: "Oh no, why did I eat at Taco Bell again today?"... 😂

[@LilyIglesias]

I have just one question to Jo: when Cormoran and Robin will finally be together????? God it's taking so long!!!!!

[@thestig8029]

Mark Billingham with Billingham Bag

[@Downloadeodeo]

I think, Robin & Strike ARE together.

[@LilyIglesias]

15:33 she's a Gryffindor :P

[@imisstoronto3121]

I thought the book was good but I couldn’t figure out why the first investigating officer would think the occult holds answers to solve a murder.

[@Nik-jy6sl]

Has she ever pronounced on Brexit? Was she for or against it?

[@hellolimitless9432]

Against it and she is also against Scotland independence from the u.k

[@bobsmith3291]

Why did he call it “cov-Id” hahaha

[@babbisp1]

Nts 16:24

[@nurpeachmusic]

She can't drive? Wow, I didn't know that!

[@sajeucettefoistunevaspasme]

Poor jk

[@catherinerobilliard7662]

How so? Her two latest books went straight to No. 1 last year, and Stephen Fry has done a great job narrating the Ickabog. If you mean transactivists, no-one of intellect believes a man can be a woman, and is intelligent enough to know being pro-women is not anti-trans. Don’t confuse Twitterverse and tabloids with real life.

[@sarcooper9874]

Lmao, I doubt Jk cares about these Twitter clowns. The SJWs idiots promoted her books for free, and not to mention the thousands of letters she got in support. I just bought the Ickabog in support of her standing up for women. That woman can write a good book.

[@sajeucettefoistunevaspasme]

Me too ? But didn't talk about that

[@catherinerobilliard7662]

@@sarcooper9874 me too on buying the Ickabog!

[@sarcooper9874]

@@catherinerobilliard7662 Can you start Troubled Blood separately or do you need to start from the beginning? I might pick that up too. I haven't read crime novels before, but I feel like I'm missing out based on the reviews lol.

[@jimmycricket7385]

Imagine all the woman haters attacking her for defending real women. What a sad state we have come to in the Western world.

[@SimplehumanMale-ue5iq]

She’s a woman pretending to be a man

[@degalan2656]

Why do people speak like they speak to children or adolescents?

[@alexz580]

И нехрен обращать внимание на извращенцев. Если мужик одел женское платье и пошел убивать - это означает, что извращенцы ТОЖЕ (Ха Ха Ха) убивают

[@tonytrainortube]

There's an unreliable narrator in all of us... the more we recall, or try to explain, the more we muddy the waters.

[@SimplehumanMale-ue5iq]

Not a real man

[@coco_writer929]

I find it interesting that none of the questions askes about how upset the Trans Community was by this book, especially given the hurtful statements she's made about Trans Women just before the book was published. A question that should have been asked is this: We've seen many Trans women or gender non-conforming characters made into villians before; such as Norman Bates, Buffalo Bill, and so on; why did you decide to use an outdated idea that's been done many times before and brings negative implications for those who don't or who are unwilling to understand the Trans Community? I would have asked that.

[@lucilovecraft1621]

There’s a trans character in one of her Galbraith books who is depicted as a psycho ,who gets threatened with rape in jail so transphobic . This new one has a cross dresser murderer which reinforces the idea of men in dresses as dangerous to women . She clearly has problems with the trans community.

[@coco_writer929]

@@lucilovecraft1621 THANK YOU!!!!!

[@Dean7innigan]

@@lucilovecraft1621 which character in specific are ou referring to?

[@lucilovecraft1621]

@@Dean7innigan pippa in the silkworm from 2014 . Mad violent transsexual character ,who strike warns he’ll get locked up in jail where she’ll be raped .

[@fleetstreet11]

The trans community has a problem with liberal women who tell the truth. #IStandWithJKRowling

[@sewagedump]

So is it as boring as she made it sound

[@shelleyharris4176]

Sounds so great have not read this yet

[@alvindimes4729]

The Casual Vacancy - was the first Robert Galbraith novel. However it is not a Cormoran Strike novel.

[@TheSkye077]

No it wasn’t

[@fishoverboardpictures1871]

Some really interesting and enjoyable themes in this book - perceptions, assumptions and associations too!

[@oliviasarah5803]

I ❤️ JK Rowling