Killer's Payoff by Ed McBain

Killer's Payoff

87th Precinct #6

Ed McBain

272 pages first pub 1958 (editions)

fiction crime mystery funny lighthearted mysterious medium-paced
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He appeared to be a decent, upright, honest citizen....And yet appearances can be more than deceiving in the world of blackmail and extortion. The shocking gangland-style murder of known blackmailer Sy Kramer begs the question: which of Kramer's m...

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Community Reviews Summary of 58 reviews

Moods

mysterious 100%
tense 60%
adventurous 40%
dark 40%
challenging 20%
relaxing 20%

Pace

medium 60%
fast 40%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Plot: 50%

Strong character development?

No: 50% | It's complicated: 25% | N/A: 25%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 50% | Yes: 50%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 75% | No: 25%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 75% | N/A: 25%

Average rating

3.53

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