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King Con

By: Stephen J. Cannell
Narrated by: Stephen J. Cannell
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Raised in a world of flimflams, come-ons, and con-jobs, Beano Bates has done so well he's earned a spot on the FBI's Ten Most Wanted List. But his lucky streak vanishes after a card game in which he scams a cool eighty grand from a notorious Mafia don—who retaliates by having Beano nearly beaten to death. For the first time in his legendary career, Beano wants more than a big score—he wants justice. Aided by a beautiful, no-nonsense female prosecutor and a legion of crafty cousins who are all accomplished grifters, Beano puts together the ultimate swindle—a well-planned sting of strategy, skill and deception. And in this game, winner takes all!

©1997 Stephen J. Cannell (P)2023 Phoenix Books
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Cannell was a master!

OUTSTANDING! It is a great Con and Cannell was definitely the King. His narration was top - notch. You can feel that the author is reading his own creation. Enjoy!

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I have read this book 3 times…

And this is the first time listening to it. The audiobook was great and I’ll be damned if SJC wasn’t the best narrator I’ve listened to.

I guess I’m a sucker for cons and heists and this story is always a fun one to read (and listen to). Its a breezy, quick listen with a long con that will keep you guessing. The Bates’ family tree is something that would be fun to explore and the Reena Bros. are truly terrifying psychopaths that keep the stakes high.

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