03| Dangerous Alliances – Second Son

In the explosive series finale, secrets unravel, loyalties are put to the test, and a tense face-off means Jamil is forced to decide whether or not he will shed blood and start a gang war to save his family.  *Content warning for violence, crime and criminal activity, drug-use and explicit language*  This is part 6 of 6 of ‘Gripped: Second Son’. The entire series is available to binge now - just search ‘Gripped’ and click on Season 2.   Gripped: Second Son is a six-part fictional audio drama series adapted from the award-winning crime thriller book ‘The Second Son’ by Loraine Peck. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Amy’s life in the balance, it’s a race against the clock for Jamil to save her from the Wolves. Stepping onto enemy turf, is Jamil finally ready to get his hands dirty and prove he’s a true Haqq? And can he save her before Salim does anything reckless? *Content warning for violence, crime and criminal activity, drug-use and explicit language*  This is part 5 of 6 of ‘Gripped: Second Son’. Episode 6 is available from 17 April 2024 - just search ‘Gripped’ and click on Season 2.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jamil and Moey Haqq are dealing with being ambushed on the Farouq’s turf while trying to get Salim back, when the Wolves begin to execute an extreme revenge plot of their own. Everything escalates suddenly when a large ransom is put on the price of someone’s head and the clock starts ticking. *Content warning for violence, crime and criminal activity, drug-use and explicit language*    This is part 4 of 6 of ‘Gripped: Second Son’. Episode 5 is available from 10 April 2024 - just search ‘Gripped’ and click on Season 2.   Gripped: Second Son is a six-part fictional audio drama series adapted from the award-winning crime thriller book ‘The Second Son’ by Loraine Peck. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Jamil tries to save his son from the grip of the Farouqs, Salim and Hussein (the nephew of the murdered Ali Farouq) plan to team-up against a mutual enemy – a bikie crew called The Wolves. Meanwhile Knox, the leader of the Wolves, turns his attention to finding the crew responsible for stealing his ice shipment.  *Content warning for violence, crime and criminal activity, drug-use and explicit language*  This is part 3 of 6 of ‘Gripped: Second Son’. Episode 4 is available from 3 April 2024 - just search ‘Gripped’ and click on Season 2.   Gripped: Second Son is a six-part fictional audio drama series adapted from the award-winning crime thriller book ‘The Second Son’ by Loraine Peck. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reeling from the attempt on his wife and son’s life, Jamil is determined to keep them safe…but with cops breathing down his neck, and more enemies closing in, figuring out exactly who is targeting the Haqq family is becoming more difficult, when a surprise social media post reveals someone close to the Haqqs has been cosying-up to their enemies.  *Content warning for violence, crime and criminal activity, drug-use and explicit language*  This is part 2 of 6 of ‘Gripped: Second Son’. Episode 3 is available from 27 March 2024 - just search ‘Gripped’ and click on Season 2.   Gripped: Second Son is a six-part fictional audio drama series adapted from the award-winning crime thriller book ‘The Second Son’ by Loraine Peck. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Torn between his father’s demands to avenge Harun’s death, his responsibilities to his crew, and his wife Amy’s pleas to leave the gang-life behind; Jamil’s loyalties are being tested. His motto has always been ‘family over everything’…but which family? Someone must pay for Harun’s death, but who...and at what cost? *Content warning for violence, crime and criminal activity, drug-use and explicit language*  This is part 1 of 6 of ‘Gripped: Second Son’. Episode 2 is available now - just search ‘Gripped’ and click on Season 2.   Gripped: Second Son is a six-part fictional audio drama series adapted from the award-winning crime thriller book ‘The Second Son’ by Loraine Peck.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gang leader Harun Haqq is murdered, triggering a turf-war on the streets of Sydney.  Bloodshed seems inevitable, but Harun’s younger brother Jamil doesn’t want to take on his new role as ruthless crime boss. Jamil’s father and crew insist he must avenge his brother’s death, but after one too many close calls, Jamil’s wife Amy is adamant that enough is enough – it’s time for them to leave this life of danger and protect their impressionable teenage son, Salim. The question is, what will Jamil have to do to escape this life for good?*Content  warning for violence, criminal activity, drug-use and explicit language*  Gripped: Second Son is a fictional audio drama series adapted from Loraine Peck's award-winning gangland crime thriller book ‘The Second Son.' Episode 1 & 2 available now exclusively on the free LiSTNR App (only available in Australia). Coming to Apple, Spotify and all other podcast apps 20 March 2024.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A mystery caller leads to new revelations which test the Caruso’s bond, and reveal what really happened to Lizzie Burdett, in this explosive series finale.  This is part 6 of 6 of ‘Gripped: You Don’t Know Me’. The full series is available to binge now on the LiSTNR App (if you are in Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts - just search ‘Gripped’ and go to Season 1.   Adapted from a novel by award-winning Australian crime writer Sara Foster, ‘You Don't Know Me’ is a six-part Crime-Thriller Audio Drama, which was a co-production between Bryden Media and LiSTNR.   This episode contains adult themes. Listener discretion is advised. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Noah takes the stand at the coronial inquest and reveals a detail that could change everything, new suspects emerge via Rachel’s True Crime podcast, and a body is found.  This is part 5 of 6 of ‘Gripped: You Don’t Know Me’. The full series is available to binge now on the LiSTNR App (if you are in Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts - just search ‘Gripped’ and go to Season 1.   Adapted from a novel by award-winning Australian crime writer Sara Foster, ‘You Don't Know Me’ is a six-part Crime-Thriller Audio Drama, which was a co-production between Bryden Media and LiSTNR.   This episode contains adult themes. Listener discretion is advised. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As evidence from new witnesses, and investigators, is presented at the coronial inquest into Lizzie’s disappearance, Noah begins to realise that his family’s version of events don’t quite match. Someone must be lying…    This is part 4 of 6 of ‘Gripped: You Don’t Know Me’. The full series is available to binge now on the LiSTNR App (if you are in Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts - just search ‘Gripped’ and go to Season 1.   Adapted from a novel by award-winning Australian crime writer Sara Foster, ‘You Don't Know Me’ is a six-part Crime-Thriller Audio Drama, which was a co-production between Bryden Media and LiSTNR.   This episode contains adult themes. Listener discretion is advised. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.