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By Donald E. Westlake (© 1970)
Read by Michael Kramer (Amer.)
1996 Books on Tape, Inc.
Unabridged
Mystery > Fiction - Mystery & Detective
1st in the Dortmunder series

A priceless emerald keeps slipping from a thief's grasp and his client hates excuses. Funny and intriguing.

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John Dortmunder, thief extraordinaire, wants nothing to do with the Balabomo Emerald. But when the African nation of Talabwo bids handsomely for his services, Dortmunder changes his tune to "Balabomo or bust."

Bust seems more likely and Talabwo finances a fiasco. As Dortmunder's gang strikes by car, helicopter and train, one heist after another goes wrong and the green gem keeps slipping away. As events prove, there's one thing Dortmunder can't stand: an emerald with a sense of humor!

"Westlake has no peer in the realm of comic mystery novelists." (The San Francisco Chronicle)

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Book rating: Reader rating: Reviewer: Christine Roach (see other books I've reviewed)	January 15, 2002
Just finished this one. I've never read Westlake before. The characters are wonderfully drawn and the story is a classic caper yarn. I found myself laughing out loud numerous times as I was completely enveloped in the story -- great fun. Michael Kramer is amazing as he creates what seem to be the perfect voices and pacing for each character. I'll be eager to try another Dortmunder soon!

Book rating: Reader rating: Reviewer: Anonymous (see other books I've reviewed)	July 17, 2001
Very, very funny book. Westlake is an excellent writer. This is a first in a series, so be sure and listen to all of them. Michael Kramer makes the characters come to life.