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  • The First Deadly Sin

  • Written by: Lawrence Sanders
  • Narrated by: Marc Vietor
  • Length: 24 hrs and 8 mins
  • 3.6 out of 5 stars (5 ratings)

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The First Deadly Sin

Written by: Lawrence Sanders
Narrated by: Marc Vietor
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Publisher's Summary

One of the most popular suspense novels of all time. A well-dressed man stalks the high-class neighborhoods of New York City. He is armed with an ice axe. His victims are strangers. And one cop, Captain Ed Delaney must solve a series of bizarre, gruesome murders that defy logic or method. This shocking story has captured the imaginations of millions like no other modern thriller.

©1973 Lawrence Sanders (P)2011 Audible, Inc.

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"Breathtakingly exciting." ( Rolling Stone)

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Don't understand why this is apparently popular

I tried really hard but after many hours listening and you are still waiting for the story to start, I gave up. On top of the slow story, the narration is quite monotone.

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