"not just abridged"
Lawrence Sanders is one of my favorite mystery writers, but I would never take a chance on another abridged audio book. Critical parts of the story are missing ... most notably the ending! Don't we all read mysteries to find out who done it? Well, I never found out. Don't waste your money.
Yes, I would try an unabridged book.
Anger, sadness and disappointment at the quality of the book.