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Bad News

By: Donald E. Westlake
Narrated by: Michael Kramer
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John Dortmunder doesn't like manual labor. So when he gets the offer of money to dig up a grave, he balks . . . then he wonders why Fitzroy Guilderpost, criminal mastermind, wants to pull a switcheroo of two 70-years-dead Indians.

©2001 Donald E. Westlake (P)2012 Random House Audio Crime Fiction Literature & Fiction Mystery Thriller & Suspense Fiction Crime Witty
Intricate Plot • Humorous Storyline • Exceptional Narration • Surprising Twists • Witty Sarcasm • Energetic Delivery
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The writing is impeccable.
The reader is one of the very best.
And I laugh out loud at the antics of the characters.
Highly recommended to anyone who just wants to enjoy a good laugh without compromising on quality writing.

When I need a "pick me up" this is my go to series

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Another great Westlake story. The production was below par though as whole sentences were repeated eight or so times. Better than missing.

Good humor criminals

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Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes, good story. Great humor as well as witty sarcasm Longer listen but worked out really great. I didn't want it to end. Really enjoyable..

Who was your favorite character and why?

In this one Tiny. His character is developing nicely. He stood out much more in this one. I hope it continues.

Which scene was your favorite?

When they were waiting wrapped up in blankets during the snow storm before they were going to rob the museum/mansion,

Back on Track

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The narrator was excellent!! This story continued to build, twist & expand with every chapter. I'm sure I'll be listening to this one again. So GOOD!!

Totally worth listening to!!

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I enjoy the Dortmunder series of comic mysteries. This is one of the more intricate plots and more complicated than most. Not that it is believable, but at least, within its own world, it kind of makes sense, which isn't to say it isn't full of surprise twists. It ends in a satisfying way, in which nearly every crook gets what he/she deserves. Needless to say, John Dortmunder is never going to make a huge financial killing, but he'll never be without his group of friends and admirers. The narrator, Michael Cramer, does an exceptional job giving individual voices to the characters and adds enormously to the pleasure of the story.

Twisted plot about twisted characters.

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I’ve listened to this audiobook four or five times now. Michael Kramer does an excellent job with the gang and all the other characters. He is now one of my favorite narrators. This is a great story with lots of funny moments and quite a few Laugh Out Loud moments. This may be my favorite DORTMUNDER book.

Terrific Caper and Best Narrator

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Rediscovering Donald E Westlake after months of trying new authors - and abandoning most books before the final chapter - was like waking up out of a coma. Phew. I was beginning to think the problem was me.

A great story

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Great set of characters populate this imaginative and humorous plot or set of plots about overlapping con jobs. Outstanding narration work.

Very entertaining

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This is one of my favorite Westlake yarns. Hilarious and full of roller coaster turns. No idea how he thought of this stuff but I'm glad he did!

Great news

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What about Michael Kramer’s performance did you like?

Michael Kramer breathed life and energy into each and every character. Each person had a distinct and separate personality. Michael's performance is a perfect match to this book and series. My only wish is that he read all the books in this series.

Best performer period

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