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Burglars cant be choosers is the first book in a series by lawrence block, a master of crime fiction and mysteries. But when hes discovered at the scene of a grisly murder, can he avoid the police long enough to find the real killer. Burglars can t be choosers is the first book in a series by lawrence block, a master of crime fiction and mysteries. A bernie rhodenbarr mystery chivers sound library november 1996, chivers audio books audio cassette in english. An 11th volume is slated to hit bookstores in late december.
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