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

Description

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 41 reviews

Moods

mysterious 100%
adventurous 33%
relaxing 33%
tense 33%

Pace

fast 66%
medium 33%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 50% | Plot: 50%

Strong character development?

It's complicated: 50% | No: 50%

Loveable characters?

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

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 50% | Yes: 50%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 100%

Average rating

3.43

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