THE LAST DANCE

McBain's 87th Precinct novels feature the cast of Carella and his associates. This one also features "Fat Ollie" Weeks of the 88th precinct, who has become increasingly well established as a character in the more recent books in the series. Fans of McBain, and that is a large collection of people, will find all the elements they have come to expect, and admirers of Weeks will be especially pleased. Garrick Hagon provides a well-paced reading that keeps the listener involved. In giving the large cast distinctive voices, he is most successful with Weeks; his 87th Precinct voices seem less individualized. But this does not detract from the pleasure of the listen. R.E.K. © AudioFile 2001, Portland, Maine [Published: OCT/ NOV 01]