The Crime Writer

By: Gregg Hurwitz

Narrated by: Scott Brick

Length: 10 hrs and 55 mins

Publisher's summary

Drew Danner, a crime novelist with a house off L.A.'s storied Mulholland Drive, awakens in a hospital bed with a scar on his head and no memory of being found convulsing over his ex-fiancee's body the previous night. He was discovered holding a knife, her blood beneath his nails. He himself doesn't know whether he's guilty or innocent.

To reconstruct the story, the writer must now become the protagonist, searching the corridors of his life and the city he loves. Soon Drew closes in on clues he may or may not have left for himself. And as another young woman is similarly murdered, he has to ask difficult questions - not of others but of himself.

©2007 Gregg Hurwitz (P)2007 BBC Audiobooks America

Critic reviews

"Hurwitz's L.A. thriller has noir pulp chutzpah in spades." ( Publishers Weekly)
"Hurwitz's insights about L.A. life sound knowing and are often ruefully funny, e.g., 'L.A., where a porn star runs for governor and an action figure wins.' Crime fans looking for something different will love this one." ( Booklist)

Unique thriller

The story has a gritty feel to it and is told in a unique way.

One of Gregg’s Best

I love this author and have listened to most of his books. I think this was one of his best. I was engaged from the beginning. It was so witty and I loved the humor. Also, Scott Brick should narrate all of his books. I love him too!!

A terrific to for the price of one

Initially read because it was Scott Brick doing the narration. Introduced me to a new author’s style and work. Mr. Brick’s narration made this book come alive. The story once started did not allow you to start the listen and just put it down. The concept is new and captivating. All of this adds up to me seeking other works by this team.

Highly Recommend!

If you're tired of plots that you have figured out in the first 10 minutes, you're in for a real treat! Great characters, & so many twists & turns you could get whiplash lol. But it's all totally believable with no literary "cheats". I only recently "discovered" Gregg Hurwitz & I've enjoyed everything he's written so far, but this is my current favorite. I really hope there's a follow up with these characters in the future.

Another Tight Tale

Hurwitz spins an inventive plot and he keeps the pace moving even though there is little "action", per se. But he creates some really interesting characters whom the narrator brings to life with deft inflections and tones. While it's hard to believe one guy could have so much bad luck, it's equally hard to believe he's guilty. So the reader goes willingly down each rabbit hole with the Writer looking for the next surefire suspect. Very fun !

another well written story by Hurwitz

we originally started reading Hurwitz because of the brilliant, captivating Orphan X series. we ABSOLUTELY LOVE everything he writes and this story was no exception!

Fantastic!

One of the best books I have listened to or read in many years!

Excting new writer

I enjoyed every minute of this story -the way the story was revealed, the way the reader never knows more than the main character, I immensely enjoyed the witty dialogue and turns of phrase. I am please to discover this new writer. I did not enjoy the narrator so much, if found him shrill and annoying; not enough texture to his performance.

Fantastic suspense and wonderfully witty!

I truely enjoyed the picture painted on my minds eye through the suspense and wonderful wit delivered by words and through the narration!! Yes, I had it figured out pretty fast, but despite that, I found myself fully engaged in every word.

Listened at every opportunity

This story was very engaging. I loved the plot and couldn't figure it out until the author explained it all at the end! I like Scott Brick's narration, but sometimes it was hard to tell who was talking. Also, there is humor which I always enjoy! I definitely recommend this book!