Mrs. Pollifax and the Lion Killer

By: Dorothy Gilman

Narrated by: Barbara Rosenblat

Emily Pollifax accompanies her young friend Kadi back to Africa, where a mutual friend is to be crowned king of his small country. But when several people are slashed by murderous lion claws and Kadi disappears, Mrs. Pollifax must begin a perilous investigation.

Fortunately for all, staunch determination and polished karate skills are on her side.

©1996 Dorothy Gilman Butters (P)1996 Recorded Books

Not up to the rest of the series!

I am a major Mrs Pollifax fan but this one did not live up to its predecessors in the series. Only Barbara Rosenblatt’s usual sterling narration saved it. The story was slow, rambling and lacking in the usual action-filled excitement of Mrs Pollifax’s usual adventures. The ending was predictable and to be honest I was just glad it was over. I fervently hope the next book will be back to previous standards.

Thoroughly Enjoyable

The entire series was excellent! I'll definitely read more by Dorothy Gilman!

The narrator is probably the best I've heard, providing numerous voices and accents!

Narration and story

Mrs. Polifax never disappoints!! The narrator brings the story to life every time. So very enjoyable!!

Another great Mrs. Pollifax story

What did you love best about Mrs. Pollifax and the Lion Killer?

The character of Mrs. Pollifax is what keeps my attention in this series. She is interesting, inquisitive and engaging. Dorothy Gilman keeps all of the side characters interesting also.

Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?

I honestly did not have any idea who the villain was until it was revealed at the end of the book.

What about Barbara Rosenblat’s performance did you like?

Barbara Rosenblat reads very well and does different voices and accents superbly.

Any additional comments?

I think it is best to listen to the preceding book. Mrs. Pollifax Pursued because the characters from the last book carryover into this book and you will understand what is going on better.

Cliffhanger!

I really enjoyed this book along with all the other Mrs. Pollifax books. It really kept me guessing up to the end.