New Tricks

By: David Rosenfelt

Narrated by: Grover Gardner

Length: 7 hrs and 28 mins

Publisher's summary

Andy Carpenter gains possession of an adorable Bernese puppy whose owner was brutally murdered. Few can rival Andy's affection for dogs, and he will do whatever it takes to insure that this little pup doesn't fall into the wrong hands. However, his playful new friend is valued by several people, many of whom are willing to resort to violence to get what they want.

It will take more than Andy's usual courtroom theatrics to save this dog, including a little help from his beloved Golden Retriever, Tara. Andy soon discovers that anyone around him is in danger, including his longtime girlfriend, Laurie, and he will have to muster all of his wits to save those he holds most dear.

David Rosenfelt, a native of Paterson, New Jersey, is a graduate of NYU. He was the former marketing president for Tri-Star Pictures before becoming a writer of novels and screenplays. He currently lives in Southern California with his wife and 35 dogs. Grover Gardner, a Washington, D.C.-based actor, director and audiobook narrator, has been a member of the Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company in Washington, as well as resident director at Everyman Theatre in Baltimore. Recently, he has been active in educational theater, directing student productions for local universities, and teachings graduate-level courses in acting and voice-over work. He has recorded over 450 audiobooks and was named by AudioFile magazine as one of "Best Voices of the Century".

©2009 David Rosenfelt (P)2009 Listen & Live Audio, Inc.

Critic reviews

"Rosenfelt injects this clever installment with courtroom twists, a peek into some scary DNA research and a romantic surprise." ( Publishers Weekly)

Fast, light, detective story

This was a quick read that kept a good pace. The dogs added funny moments, but this was not a "dog" story. It is a murder mystery, "who-done-it", that has enough characters to keep you guessing but not so many that you can't remember who people are. It is light on the gore, violence and romance and heavy on the problem solving and clues.
If you are looking for a simple and enjoyable read, give it a try, it is worth the credits!

Loved it

I loved this book - I anxiously await another!

not the best of the series but worth a listen

Any additional comments?

I wouldn't use a credit because its a bit short but its a easy listen without too many lulls. That's probably the best thing about this series, they move at a fast pace for those who don't like too much detail.

Can't say enough!

This is my 5th Andy Carpenter book. These books have just the perfect amount of suspense and drama mixed in with a TON of humor. I can't get enough of Andy and his wit. I think the fact that the narrator is absolutely perfect for this book adds to it. I find myself laughing out loud right after I shake my head at a bad call the judge makes. Heehee. 5 stars just isn't enough.

Waggy cracks me up.

Another good Andy Carpenter book. I love these characters. Nice, light listening with an enjoyable cast of charaters.

David Rosenfelt Doesn't Disappoint

Andy Carpenter is at the top of his game in New Tricks. All our favorite characters are back to one degree or another. The case is virtually impossible, and even if you think you know who dunit, you probably don't. Our favorite judge, Hatchet, is present and there is humor an mystery in volumn.

If New Tricks is your first Rosenfelt book, and it does a good job of standing alone, you'll definitely go back and read the others in the Andy Carpenter series.

Grover Gardner does a great job on the narration.

New Tricks

All I can say is "keep writing" I have enjoyed all your work.. I was born and raised in the Boston area, and your books bring me back. Your humor is dry, but very funny.

Thanks.

What a GREAT find!!!

This was awesome!!!!! What a great listen!! I love books that make me laughand this one certainly did. I loved Grover Gardner. He was great and I loved the pace of the book . I love the characters . I loved everything about it.
This is the first David Rosenfelt book I have listened to and I know it will not be the last.

Love his books

Good humor, some fun story lines. Probably not for everyone but give his series a try. Refreshing work!

Great relaxing listening

This book is the perfect combination of humor, a lovable but irreverent character, and a good mystery read by one of the best.