• Switchblade

  • An Original Story
  • By: Michael Connelly
  • Narrated by: Len Cariou
  • Length: 50 mins
  • 4.2 out of 5 stars (1,642 ratings)

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Switchblade

By: Michael Connelly
Narrated by: Len Cariou
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Publisher's summary

LAPD Detective Harry Bosch seeks justice for the forgotten in this original story from #1 New York Times bestselling author Michael Connelly

An anonymous tip puts Bosch on a case that has remained unsolved for decades, the vicious stabbing of a teenage boy whose body was found in an abandoned Old Hollywood restaurant.

Cold cases are often the toughest: With no body, no murder scene, and no fingerprints, Bosch nevertheless gets lucky when DNA evidence from the murder weapon points to a known killer. But the DA insists that science alone is not enough - he needs the case to be bulletproof before he'll take it to court.

Determined to speak for those who can no longer speak for themselves, Bosch has one chance to wrench a confession out of a cold-blooded killer, or risk letting him walk free for good.

In this gripping, never-before-published story by "master of the crime thriller" (Huffington Post ) Michael Connelly, Detective Harry Bosch quenches his thirst for justice and shows why he is "one of the most popular and enduring figures in American crime fiction" (Chicago Tribune).

©2014 Michael Connelly (P)2013 Hachette Audio

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Nicely done. Loved the way so much story was put into such a small package.

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Disappointed

Is there anything you would change about this book?

Though I was getting a book ... but this is only a short story. Should have been more careful in reading the offering.

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Good short

Michael Connlley is a fantastic story teller and does not fail in this short read. Harry Bosch is given a very old murder case and with the help of modern forensics is able to place a convict at the scene. This, however, is not enough for the D.A. to take the case, so Harry is in search of anonymous caller/witness.

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Great way to kill an hour

Engrossing tale from a great story teller.
A mini version of one of his books. Makes for a quick listen when all you have time for is a quicky.

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Good story, terrible narrator

The story was okay, and I really missed Harry Bosh, but it was a struggle listening to the audiobook. The narrator's voice was very difficult to understand and sounded like a sick old man...

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Good Short story

This was a good short story and so happy to have Len Cariou back as Harry Bosch!

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It's Connelly. It's Bosch. So What If It's Short!

What did you like about this audiobook?

Finally reuniting with Harry Bosch and being introduced to new characters in a new story line.

How has the book increased your interest in the subject matter?

The ending. I always like an ending with a twist. To me it is a promise of exciting things to come. I hope so!!

Does the author present information in a way that is interesting and insightful, and if so, how does he achieve this?

Of course. It's Connelly. I love stories that build up suspense resulting in surprise endings and this one promises more excitement to come. I look forward to more!

What did you find wrong about the narrator's performance?

Not a thing. I have been a Cariou fan since I saw him on Broadway playing Sweeney Todd many years ago. His voice is perfect for Harry... but I do still like Titus Welliver also.

Do you have any additional comments?

Mr. Connelly has still got it! My very first Audible book was "Chasing the Dime" in 2012! I have been a fan of both Connelly and Audible because of that book. I just love surprise endings. Mr. Connelly... more please?

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good short story

the story was short and and such to the point. really good if you have limited time for a decent book or car ride

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Nice

Nice short story! Harry wraps it up nicely. Michael Connelly does it once again!

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Enjoyed the narrative

I did enjoy. Have nothing more to say. Let’s move on please. Xxxxxxxx I’m a person with few words.

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