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The Burglar in the Closet

By: Lawrence Block
Narrated by: Richard Ferrone
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Popular author Lawrence Block creates the wild and wonderful world of Bernie Rhodenbarr: fine, upstanding citizen by day, and crafty burglar by night. In this hilarious whodunit, Bernie does a favor for his dentist, only to discover mixing his personal and professional lives can be hazardous to his well-being. As Bernie squirms in the dental chair, Dr. Sheldrake presents a business proposition. He wants Bernie to rob his estranged wife's apartment while she's out enjoying the New York City nightlife. Bernie would get her fabulous collection of jewels, and Dr. Sheldrake would only take 20% of the profits. The plan sounds foolproof, so why has Bernie found himself locked in Mrs. Sheldrake's closet? Winner of three Edgar and four Shamus Awards, Lawrence Block creates plots that twist around every corner and packs them with fun-loving characters. You'll want the quirky Bernie and his companions for your very own friends, as gravelly-voiced narrator Richard Ferrone brings them vividly to life.
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Another light-hearted winner!

Who but Mrs. Rodenbarr's son Bernard could find himself in such a fix and end up pulling the rabbit out of his hat to the amusement of New York's finest? Well done, Lawrence Block and the imperturbable Richard Ferrone!

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The perfect title

Fun story, nice twists and turns and since it is read by one of my favorite narrators.
Well you can't ask for more on slant weekend.
VERY entertaining too!

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love this series

I wish there were more in this series with Block and Ferrone

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EXCELLENT

As usual and on par Richard Ferrone brings Bernie and crew alive!! Very enjoyable listen.

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Good listen

I really like Lawrence Block. I think he is one of my favorite storytellers. I out the book down early on because I wasn’t sure it was connecting with me. When I came back, it was better. Give it a chance. I’m glad I did.

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Bernie is da Bomb..!!!

Lawrence Block is genius, Richard Ferrone is fabulous as always. The pair have created a fun frolic of mystery, murder, money and Madness. Short and sweet this is a most entertaining and Worthy tale. I listenedvirtually Non-stop. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

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Round and Round

The circle never ends. The head often wants what the heart also wants. He is a busy burglar.

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Second installment

This was a fun and good book by Mr Block.
Bernie gets himself into some hot water

And gets himself out. Fun story

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Another great one ☝️

Another great one from Lawrence Block.
Funny dialogues, cool story and characters!
Recommended to everyone~

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Favorite narrator for hard boiled

I’m a fan of not so violent crime novels and this is that plus the one the best for narration.

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