Murder on the Aisle: A Collection of Short Mystery Stories

by Mary Higgins Clark (Editor), Thomas Adcock (Contributor), Isak Romun (Contributor)

Prepare to be entertained by a host of Hollywood actors reading the finest collection of short mystery stories surrounding the world of entertainment. We invite you, to sit back and become the audience, not only in an aisle in the theater, but also in the bleacher seats, a box seat at the races, or a seat at a movie house. Revival in Eastport by Jon L. Breen: The story invites you into the critic's corner. Hear why a favorable review can be a life threatening experience. The Enjoyment of an Artist by Gordon Bennett writing as Isak Romun: A frightening hoax for a famed pianist who cannot complete his concert because his piano explodes on stage. A Break in the Film by John F. Suter: The ritual of going to the hometown movie theater on a Saturday afternoon proves that not all the excitement, intrigue and romance happens on the silver screen. Gee Whiz, My Lovely by Betty Buchanan: A bouncy private investigator is invited by a "gorgeous nut" to find an elusive figure named Harvey. It Was Bad Enough by Ron Goulart: The tragic story of a comedian making his career comeback learns his ex-wife's tell-all book is about to be filmed. Snookered by Gerald Tomlinson: The story of a new breed of football coach and a team the sportswriters can't ignore. The Waste Pile at Apple Bowl by Joan Richter: A top television news reporter covers a coalmining disaster and a young woman's family has been among the victims. A Slip of the Lip by Lawrence Treat: The tale of a murdered betrayed by his musical training. The Double Death of Nell Quigley by J.F. Peirce: A lady of the evening offers her favors to one too many suitors. Death of a Princess by Joyce Harrington: A valiant effort to stave off death. Saturday's Shadow by William F. Nolan: A moviegoer's world known only by the characters created on the screen, explores the dark side of the compulsive movie stuff. New York, New York by Thomas Adcock: The story of what happens when an actor's dream of glory remains just that. Captain Leopold Goes to the Dogs by Edward D. Hoch: The Captain doesn't get a chance to take his winnings home from the dog races. The Last Escape by Henry Slesar: A chilling magical experience. Two chances to watch a magician's performance.

Genres: Mystery, Audiobook

Audio Cassette

First published August 1, 1987

About the author

The #1 New York Times bestselling author Mary Higgins Clark has written thirty-eight suspense novels, four collections of short stories, a his­torical novel, a memoir, and two children’s books. With bestselling author Alafair Burke she wrote the Under Suspicion series. With her daughter Carol Higgins Clark, she has coauthored five more suspense novels. Her sister-in-law is the also author Mary Jane Clark.

Clark’s books have sold more than 100 million copies in the United States alone. Her books are beloved around the world and made her an international bestseller many times over.

Reviews

[Tinykitten · Rating 3 out of 5]

Nothing wrong with it per se - I simply found it lacking in substance, the stories were short, as advertised, but too many of them implied something interesting, rather than making the effort to describe it.

[Beth · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a very weird "murder mystery" anthology since several of the stories featured murder that wasn't a mystery at all. Instead it just shows a series of events that include a murder.

However, the actors performing the stories were great. My favorite was Joan Rivers -- especially with the kicker at the end of the story.

[Vicki Gooding · Rating 4 out of 5]

The very first story was my favorite. Number three was also that way. They were a bit like the old Alfred Hitchcock books of multi authors & their short stories with a bit of a twist. Some of the stories were good. Some maybe not too much, but overall I really liked this easy reading book.

[Clayton Yuen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Interesting listening to the audiobook of aged-old actors readings. Quite entertaining set of short stories that were enjoyable, clever and fun.

[Rebecca Harding · Rating 2 out of 5]

The last one, about the escape artist, was my favorite.

[Kathleen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Cassettes.

[John Marsh · Rating 3 out of 5]

Enjoyable Short stories by various authors