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The rope, knotted around the boy's neck, spelled suicide. But the fingerprints on the hypodermic syringe at his feet were not his.
About the Author
Ed McBain (1926-2005) was born Salvatore Lambino in New York. He changed his name to Evan Hunter and under that name is known as the author of The Blackboard Jungle and as the writer of the screenplay for Alfred Hitchcock's The Birds. The 87th Precinct series numbers over fifty novels. McBain was a Grand Master of the Mystery Writers of America and was one of three American writers to be awarded the CWA Diamond Dagger for lifetime achievement.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Published in 1956, "Pusher" by Ed McBain, one of the author's famed 87th Precinct mysteries,
may be a bit dated, but the sheer power of writing and the abilitiy of the author makes this one a
worthy read. McBain's legions of fans (most of whom have, no doubt, already read this one)
certainly found this one to be a choice selection.
may be a bit dated, but the sheer power of writing and the abilitiy of the author makes this one a
worthy read. McBain's legions of fans (most of whom have, no doubt, already read this one)
certainly found this one to be a choice selection.
This time we find Steve Carella and Lieutenant Peter Byrnes again up to their precinct necks in
crime. As the title suggests, they're investigating the death of a drug dealer. The autopsy had said
suicide, but Carella and Byrnes know better. And with the speed of some sound writing style and
excellent plot development, Mc Bain carries his readers full tilt. There's no resting; the pace is
terrific!
Aided by first-class dialogue development "Pusher" is quick and easy to read. One doesn't
have to be totally dedicated to McBain to enjoy this one. Remember: it's quick and easy. And good.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Again, another fast-moving read from McBain. Surprisingly tough for it's time, this whiles away a few hours very pleasantly. Perhaps the resolution is a little simplistic given the build up but this is still a satisfying read.
Format:Paperback
87th Precinct enthusiasts may find this darker than some in the series but it fully endorses the late Ed McBain's standing among the best of the police procedural authors. The opening half-dozen paragraphs, a little set piece drawing the reader into a bitter winter night on the streets, are a model of their kind. The scenario - a series of drug-related killings - is bleak, but no one claims police work is all fun and laughter.
One word of caution for those who like to read the last few pages of a book to test their taste buds: McBain's afterword sheds interesting light upon his whole approach to this series, but it also discloses a crucial element in the ending of The Pusher that deserves to be read where it is placed.
One word of caution for those who like to read the last few pages of a book to test their taste buds: McBain's afterword sheds interesting light upon his whole approach to this series, but it also discloses a crucial element in the ending of The Pusher that deserves to be read where it is placed.
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