A Kiss Before Dying, Ira Levin
A Kiss Before Dying, Ira Levin
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A Kiss Before Dying

Author: Ira Levin, Anthony Horowitz

Narrator: George Newbern, Rory Barnett

Unabridged: 8 hr 25 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 04/02/2024

Synopsis

ONE OF TIME MAGAZINE’S 100 BEST MYSTERY AND THRILLER BOOKS OF ALL TIMEIconic author Ira Levin’s Edgar Award–winning debut novel set a new standard in the art of psychological suspense. A modern classic published to rave reviews, and twice adapted for the screen, A Kiss Before Dying is a darkly thrilling, twisting tale of criminal psychopathy. Known for his looks and charm, a young man obsessed with wealth and status will stop at nothing to get what he wants. He sets his sights on a beautiful and innocent college student named Dorothy, intent on marrying her for her family’s money. But when Dorothy becomes pregnant, his careful plans start to unravel, and he begins to take cold, calculating, and drastic measures to protect his future. Told from multiple points of view, A Kiss Before Dying has thrilled millions of readers with its perfectly constructed plotting and is an acknowledged masterpiece of crime fiction.This edition includes a brand-new foreword by Anthony Horowitz.

About Ira Levin

The genre-defining works of novelist-playwright Ira Levin (1929–2007) include such indelible titles as Rosemary’s Baby, The Stepford Wives, The Boys from Brazil, and Deathtrap—the fifth-longest-running play in Broadway history. At home in nearly every genre—horror (Rosemary’s Baby), crime (Edgar-winning A Kiss Before Dying), science fiction (This Perfect Day), comedy (No Time For Sergeants), even a Broadway musical (Drat! The Cat!)—Levin’s enduring works continue to resonate with readers and audiences, serving as iconic cultural and creative touchstones. Learn more at Levin’s official website, IraLevin.org.

About Anthony Horowitz

One of the UK’s most prolific and successful writers, Anthony Horowitz may have committed more (fictional) murders than any other living author. His novels include Magpie Murders, Trigger Mortis, Moriarty, The House of Silk, and the bestselling Alex Rider series for young adults. As a television screenwriter he created the series Midsomer Murders and the BAFTA-winning Foyle’s War, which were both featured on PBS’s Masterpiece Mystery! He lives in London.

About George Newbern

George Newbern is an Earphones Award–winning narrator and a television and film actor best known for his roles as Brian MacKenzie in Father of the Bride and Father of the Bride Part II, as well as Danny in Friends. As a voice actor, he is notable for his role as Superman on the Cartoon Newtork series Static Shock, Justice League, and Justice League Unlimited. He has guest starred on many television series, including Scandal, The Mentalist, Private Practice, CSI: Miami, and Numb3rs. He holds a BA in theater arts from Northwestern University.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Eileen on April 08, 2025

This is an award-winning murder mystery abridged down for TESOL students. There was nothing in it that I couldn't predict but the original in its time was said to be excellent. Whenever I read heavily-abridged materials I think readers might be better off studying excerpts instead, but the approach......more

Goodreads review by kazuko on October 17, 2024

This is the first time I have finished reading an English book! Good motivation this had.......more

Goodreads review by Bicho on September 06, 2023

Tuve que leer este broli para la clase de inglés. Se trata de una novela de misterio bastante exitosa y premiada, de hecho, a partir de ella se hicieron nada más y nada menos que dos películas. Atrapa porque uno quiere saber, primero, quién es el asesino, y después, cómo es que termina la cosa. Pero......more

Quotes

“An extraordinary suspense novel…an architecturally perfect plot…full-bodied characterization, subtle psycho­logical exploration, vivid evoca­tion of locale一with strict tech­nical whodunit tricks as daz­zling as anything ever brought off by Carr, Rawson, Queen, or Christie.” New York Times 

“A gritty suspense story told with great élan…contains surprises which really surprise.” Stephen King

“Technically flawless.” Otto Penzler

“A mystery and thriller like no other.” Anthony Horowitz

Awards

  • Time Magazine's Best 100 English-Language Novels from 1923–2005
  • Edgar Allan Poe Award
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