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Black Orchids
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LENGTH6 hrs and 2 mins
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RELEASE DATE12-21-06
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Program TypeAudiobook
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Publisher's Summary
Wolfe must also throw his considerable weight into another thorny case, this one involving a rich society widow bedeviled by poison-pen letters and a poisonous plot as black as Wolfe's orchids - with roots even more twisted.
Stout fellow: explore our list of Nero Wolfe mysteries, including novels and classic radio programs.
©1942 Rex Stout; (P)1994 Books on Tape
What the Critics Say
"It is always a treat to read a Nero Wolfe mystery. The man has entered our folklore." (The New York Times)
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"mystery with history"
I love the authentic slice of New York in the early-to-mid 1900's that Rex Stout books supply - the way characters talk and dress, the lack of computers and cell phones; it's all very quaint and creates a cozy atmosphere for solving murders.
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Michael Walnut Creek, CA, United States 09-11-12 Member Since 2002I focus on fiction, sci-fi, fantasy, science, history, politics and read a lot. I try to review everything I read.
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"Two in One - but neither are best of"
This is two shorter mysteries tied together by black orchids. Although the audio is not super crisp, I did not find it problematic. The stories were good, but neither were my favorites. I thought the end to the first story was weak, and the second story (which was better) was still not one of my favorites. Nevertheless they were still well worth the listen, and they were both better than many in the genre. The narration took me some getting used to, but now I am completely happy with Michael Prichard’s narration.
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"Great words and performance - HORRIBLE audio!"
This sounds like a dub from worn-out cassettes played on a cheap tape player. The pitch of the reader's voice changes and it is full of hiss.
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"He will not disappoint."
What made the experience of listening to Black Orchids the most enjoyable?Another book that you will listen to over and over again.
What about Michael Prichard???s performance did you like?Michael has the characters down pat.I can not imagine anyone else reading these books.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?Heck ya........
Any additional comments?I will I could get better price deals on these because I want them all.
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"Great entertainment !"
What made the experience of listening to Black Orchids the most enjoyable?The way in which the story was told.
Who was your favorite character and why?Archie because he is a jewel.
Have you listened to any of Michael Prichard’s other performances before? How does this one compare?Only as Archie and he is always most entertaining.
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"Fantastic, especially on audio!"
You can't stop at just one. the plots, the humor, the characters all fit so well. Prichard is great as well.
I like more serious reads, but what a nice escape. got me through my marathon training!0 of 0 people found this review helpful