Mischief Audiobook Summary
In this 87th Precinct thriller, Detective Steve Carella must track down a killer who’s systematically rubbing out all the city’s graffiti artists, leaving each victim mischievously splashed with paint and blood.Foul play takes another form when an old nemesis, the Dead Man, taunts Carella and the eight-seven with riddling clues for solving a crime – or crimes – not yet committed. Given what he’s deduced from the prankish perpetrator, Carella strongly suspects the crime will take place during a free rock and rap concert scheduled to take place in the city’s largest park. As Carella tries desperately to second guess him, the Dead Man meticulously puts together a plan to carry off a multi-million dollar coup. Soon Carella finds himself racing against time in a game of wits that could leave the city reeling under an onslaught of dirty tricks from one of the underworld’s masters of criminal mischief.
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Mischief Audiobook Narrator
Len Cariou is the narrator of Mischief audiobook that was written by Ed McBain
Len Cariou, a Tony Award-winner and additional two-time nominee, is a veteran performer in movies and on television.
About the Author(s) of Mischief
Ed McBain is the author of Mischief
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Mischief Full Details
Narrator | Len Cariou |
Length | 3 hours 9 minutes |
Author | Ed McBain |
Publisher | HarperAudio |
Release date | April 18, 2006 |
ISBN | 9780061140655 |
Additional info
The publisher of the Mischief is HarperAudio. The imprint is HarperAudio. It is supplied by HarperAudio. The ISBN-13 is 9780061140655.
Global Availability
This book is only available in the United States.
Goodreads Reviews
AndrewP
January 19, 2023
Really liked this one as there was a lot going on. At least three main crime threads plus a couple of minor plots and character backgrounds. As usual some things were not what they at first appeared and a few twists kept me guessing up until the end. The deaf man makes a reappearance and once again confounds the detectives with his mysterious clues. Not one of the most complex plots but the title says it all about what was going on in the city.
Mike
January 03, 2020
87th Precinct Det. Steve Carella is after someone who is murdering graffiti artists and leaving their bodies covered in paint. He is also being sent riddles from his nemesis, the Deaf Man. The riddles are clues to something the mischief maker is planning to do in the city. Another good story line, dialogue and characters.
Eric
March 04, 2010
I am a huge fan of Ed McBain's 87th precient series. Not because of any weighty depth, but the fact its urban grit makes for a very realistic if not somewhat pulpy series. With 1993's Mischief, the stage is set for the return of the Deaf Man and his plans to incite a riot at an all-day park concert.Like with many of the 87th books, you'll find barely any character development or weighty subject matter. It's the 2 and the 4 in these stories. It's because of that that makes it good. Sometimes simple is better.
K
March 10, 2015
Another great yarn by McBain. He has such a deft touch with police dialogue that I forget I'm reading, rather than listening to conversations between characters. My only complaint about Mischief was an overuse of profanity. Yes, these characters would likely talk this way, but McBain's other books about the 87th precinct that I've read managed with far less reliance on the f-word. Minor issue, but some might be turned off. Otherwise a fast paced and thoroughly entertaining read.
Donald
January 29, 2019
This one opens with an intense story about the death of a graffiti artist. Brutal.Elsewhere, elderly patients, who have major problems with their memories, are being dumped around town. And a concert in the park is being planned.Another good story about the 87th, and their ongoing battle with the Deaf Man! All the story lines in here are pretty good, with the one exception of Teddy and the abortion clinic, which seemed to have no purpose in this book. I was also sorta bummed there wasn’t more wrap up with the rap group. But overall, I was satisfied with the read. Even with the weird little ending with Kling.I'm also totally curious about the Deaf Man’s fate! That's why I've already checked out the sixth, and last, book in this confrontation. Can't wait!
Oliver
June 27, 2021
A really enjoyable and assured entry in the series. This one has almost as much going on as ‘Tricks’, with old people being dumped in the city, someone killing graffiti artists and the Deaf Man making a new appearance. Sometimes the Deaf Man books feel too silly, but this one balances his schemes really well against the other storylines. There’s also a pleasing reappearance of character from a former book and a great sub plot about Eileen Burke’s experiences as a hostage negotiator.
Nikki
March 26, 2020
Having enjoyed the last Ed McBain I read, thought I would give this one a try and it did not disappoint. I love the May McBain intertwines various cases into one story and the way some stay unresolved. With over 50 novels in this crime series, I will certainly be seeking out more of these books.
Jim
August 05, 2019
Excellent entry in the series - let’s call it four and half stars!Multiple story lines, all well developed, lots of the characters involved, continued development of some characters and their personal lives. And the Deaf Man is always a plus.
David
July 05, 2020
Longer and slower pace to other 87th Precinct novels but tied up satisfyingly as usual.More smart, sharp dialogue and interactions between the cops and between cops and perps.
Lise
February 19, 2017
I love the way there were many stories of different crimes, some solved and some not,,with a twist on the Deaf Man,,
Helena
June 02, 2020
The 87th always close to my heart. McBain the master. Even though they are a tad dated I hope to re-read them for many years to come.
LInda
April 11, 2016
Another great 87th, which I love in varying degrees. This was good, but not spectacular. However , keep it up.
Sheldon
January 27, 2011
Great! I've been waiting for another in the Deaf Man saga. Vintage McBain!
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