Two Bagger; Chickasaw Charlie Hoke Book

Connelly's first short story, originally published in the anthology "Murderer's Row," is joined by a bonus short story by Elmore Leonard. Unabridged. 1 CD.

Scott R. DiMarco - Library Journal

Best-selling author Connelly (Echo Park) delivers a masterly piece of contemporary fiction that goes well beyond the run-of-the-mill police procedural. He shows he can write a great short story and still ignore series hero Harry Bosch. With a backdrop of baseball, the novel takes the listener on a taut and interesting thrill ride that, while short, still makes you care. If this isn't enough, we are treated to a bonus yarn, "Chickasaw Charlie Hoke," by master writer Elmore Leonard. This tale of a 54-year-old ex-ballplayer trying to get a position as a celebrity greeter at a Gulf Coast casino is a hoot. Chickasaw knows baseball well, but what he really knows is people and what makes them tick-the basis for a great story. Lee Horsley's narration of Two Baggeris excellent, and Dan Cashman's reading of Leonard's work is noteworthy. Highly recommended.