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Leader of the Pack
- Narrated by: Grover Gardner
- Length: 6 hrs and 59 mins
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Over the course of his legal career, Andy Carpenter has lost a few cases. But that doesn't mean he forgets his clients. Andy has always been convinced that Joey Desimone, a man convicted of murder nine years ago, was innocent and believes that Joey's family's connections to organized crime played a pivotal role in his conviction. While there isn't much Andy can do for him while he serves out his prison sentence, Joey suggests that he check up on Joey's elderly uncle. He'd rather not, but as a favor to Joey, Andy agrees to take his dog, Tara, on a few visits.
The old man's memory is going, but when Andy tries to explain why he's there, it jogs something in the man's mind, and his comments leave Andy wondering if Uncle Nick is confused, or if he just might hold the key to Joey's freedom after all this time. Andy grabs on to this thread of possibility and follows it into a world where the oath of silence is stronger than blood ties, and where people will do anything to make sure their secrets are kept.
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- James
- 03-11-13
Love the Smart A--- Lawyer
I like the whole series, and this is no different. Andy Carpenter, the reluctant, wise cracking, dog loving, defense attorney. Start with the first in the series.
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- Gypsy Wife
- 08-31-12
Gotta Love a Guy who Loves Dogs!
The Andy Carpenter series is a delight. I just spent most of August listening to them in sequence and I could not be happier. The writing is both fun and well crafted. Andy's self deprecating voice is well portrayed by Grover Gardner, who also does a great job with the other characters. Rosenfelt has written a series with characters who seem real getting into interesting, dangerous situations, doing serious work while having fun all at once. The plots are woven neatly and credibly. I'm looking forward to the next one.
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- Norman D. Harrison
- 04-15-17
greatest of all Rosenfeld books
esp. enjoyrd talk of dog walks in addition to a really great murder mystety book.
i esp enjoyed it the 2nd time.
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- Lois Ryan
- 07-14-20
wasn't as good as the ones before it
not as good as the ones before can put my finger on what it was that just made me feel not into loved the others
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- Gtg
- 05-03-23
my absolute favorite of all series
plots intertwined, international sites,all the familiar people highlighted with their unique contributions. perfect! fun
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- k.
- 08-26-12
an irresistible series
Ok maybe not five stars in the grander scheme of literature, but I have downloaded so many stinkers lately and rosenfelt and this delightful series never fail..remember when stuart woods was good? This series has that feel
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- adrienne
- 03-26-13
Every installment in the series is a joy!
This series fits the lawyer/crime/mystery parameters.
The main characters each have a history and make contributions to current cases.
The tone is light hearted and sarcastic. Grover Gardner narrates this perfectly.
I have enjoyed every one and often listen to them as a a break between deeply disturbing books.
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- Charles
- 09-26-12
The usual excellent Andy Carpenter
Would you listen to Leader of the Pack again? Why?
Possibly although I almost never listen to a book more than once.
What was one of the most memorable moments of Leader of the Pack?
I thought that Andy solved the dilemma of a guilty client quite well.
Have you listened to any of Grover Gardner’s other performances before? How does this one compare?
I have listened to the entire series. This is excellent as they all are. I feel that it is Andy Carpenter telling the story. Gardner is terrific.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
Absolutely
Any additional comments?
This is my favorite series of books. I only wish that each book was longer and that there were more of them.
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- Teresa
- 09-06-12
Andy is back with the same old antics.
You gotta love Andy Carpenter and Grover Gardner makes his character perfect. The whole gang is back trying to help out the innocent and get the bad guys. Andy is such a fun loving goof ball who love to annoy and loves his dog Tara. Offen times I find myself laughing out loud with the antics they come up with. This series is an automatic down load for me, one I can share with my mother and both of us enjoy it immensely. But start out with 1. Open and Shut to know the whole story.
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- E. D. Kelly
- 06-03-13
Gone to the dogs -- and the dogs win
Where does Leader of the Pack rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?
Maybe in the middle, but of a certain type it ranks high. Rosenfelt's books are entertaining.
Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?
No. The overall tone of a Rosenfelt book is such that you know it will work out fine in the end -- but remain interested in how that happens.
What does Grover Gardner bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?
His somewhat odd voice is perfect for Rosenfelt's writing. He captures what I think is the spirit of the books.
Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
Not that I remember, but I am writing this review a good many weeks (and mysteries) later.
Any additional comments?
I will continue to read or listen to Rosenfelt for light entertainment. Maybe a guy's version of chick lit....
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