In the Midst of Death
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Narrated by:
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Alan Sklar
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By:
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Lawrence Block
About this listen
Jerry Broadfield thinks he's a good cop. But now he's been charged with extortion - and his former buddies in the NYPD would like to see him laid out on a morgue slab for squealing to a committee on police corruption. Suddenly, he's got a lot of enemies, and when a dead call girl turns up in his apartment, his troubles get even bigger. Broadfield screams "setup," but nobody believes him - except ex-policeman, now unlicensed PI Matthew Scudder. Because Broadfield turned traitor no cop is going to give Scudder any help with this investigation, so Scudder's on his own. But finding a killer among the stoolie cop's sleazebag connections is going to be as difficult as pouring a cold beer in hell - where some of Broadfield's enemies would like to see Scudder if he gets himself in too deep.
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Overall4 out of 5 stars
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- S Fryer
- 06-09-22
A Good story
A plot which curves and twists, keeps you guessing Particularly like the narrator's voice and style, brings characters to life
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Overall3 out of 5 stars
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- Robin Beattie
- 26-05-23
Double standards cops private eyes
Heavy drinking ex cop has to see through lies to help his client and not become a patsy
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- Richard Latham
- 20-11-24
Brilliant narration
The third into Lawrence Block’s wonderful creation, private detective, Matthew Scudder.
Set in the heart of New York, these stories are a throwback to a bygone age. The use of public phones only. Investigations based on legwork, interviews and intuition.
In this story the integrity of Scudder is questioned when he takes on the case of a bent copper. Alcohol dependency is not a good place for our protagonist but he can still function and he remains a good detective.
I really enjoy the talent of the narrator in bringing the story to life which exposes more about Scudder’s personal life and his sense of loss. He seems to be most effective and capable when he is working on a case.
Here, in this complicated enquiry it appears perhaps all he lacks to return to the road of sobriety is the love of a good woman.
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
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- Norma Miles
- 05-07-22
"Men are weird animals."
Matt Scudder, ex cop but not a private detective, takes on the occasional case to investigate. Another cop, accused by a prostitute of blackmail, asks him for help - and Matt finds himself involved in something much deeper.
Block is a fine writer of noir, intriguing plots, well constructed characters and with a feel of authenticity in his conversations.
Narrator, Alan Sklar, slipped perfectly into the roll of Scudder, with emotion , or rather, lack of it, perfectly paced and paid back, with individual voices for other protagonists. A fine performance.
Great writing, good story, excellent narration, and free with Audible +. What's not to like? I
Definite!y recommended
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- Anonymous User
- 29-03-23
In the midst of death
This was the first story of this series that was actually worth listening to! the ending wasn't really that great, but sometimes it's the journey that matters more than how it ends up being.
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Overall3 out of 5 stars
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- Hi Ho Silver
- 09-09-21
Slow Motion Release
It seems anyone will do practically anything to obtain their own satisfaction in this dark tale. Dismal and desperate, where everyone is underhand and plotting. No one has any hope, and so do nothing redeeming. Intricate plot with no HEA.
The excellent downbeat narration perfectly epitomizes the MC. DEPRESSING
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Overall1 out of 5 stars
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- Fothergill
- 17-04-23
Potentially well…… ?
This began with an narrative excellently read, by an obviously good actor, but…..
After a while I really became bothered at the regular use. Of the ‘C’ word, in reference to a female protagonist
Normally I would not, do not bother about the language, but this one word really offends me, and is not necessary, so, in spite of it being potentially entertaining, I am giving up on this, for that reason , my review
Only functioning as warning to those of you, who find this word equally as offensive.my stars awarded only to enable me to leave a review,
Its a pity that anything goes on audible, they don’t seem to be aware, or don’t care ?
not.
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