Rumpole and the Penge Bungalow Murders Audiobook (Unabridged)

" Novel in the British lawyer Rumpole series. In this, Rumpole is writing his memiors so describes his first murder case involving the murder of two WW II British airmen in the early 1950's with Rumpole defending the son of one who is charged with the murders. A lot of humor in the story. "

" To FINALLY know what happened in that greatest of cases... "

" Through all Rumpole's stories, he keeps on referring to his early case, the Penge Bungalow Murders, which he did "alone and without a leader". So it was a thrill to find Rumpole finally telling this story, of himself as a young barrister rather than a crusty old lawyer - and also to catch a glimpse of how he and the formidable Hilda first got together! "

" We finally learn the details of Rumpole's famous case, which he won "alone and without a leader." We also find out how he wound up with his wife Hilda, although that's not quite a satisfying. An important read for Rumpole fans. "

" Rumpole, what a guy. And don't forget "She who must be obeyed" "

" A delight! We learn of Rumpole's first days as a "white wig" young barrister at the Old Bailey. He tries his first case for the Timson family, meets Hilda, She Who Must Be Obeyed, and stands alone for the defence in a double murder case. Better than a bottle of Chateau Thames Embankment. "

" Quite enjoyable, an account of Rumpole's first case. Light, escapist mystery novel. "

" Although this was my first Rumpole, I'm happy to say it will not be my last. I found this story quick, smart and fun. I highly recommend. "

" enjoyed the humor in this book. I usually like a little more story around the murder itself, but it's hard not appreciate Rumpole's wit. "

" I really enjoyed this case & became quite absorbed in it. The narrator Bill Wallis did a great job with the various accents. "

" I think the best of the Rumpole series... "

" Very fun. Be warned this is British legal humor. "

" Maybe I am being a bit tough with my ratings. I like this, but I prefer the mature, confident Rumpole who insults judges and is subtly subversive in chambers (well, not all that subtly when I think about it). I like to read this from time to time to remind me of how it all started. "

" Fun, quick read. Think I'll try to find more of the series. "

" LIstened to this on CD. It took a while to get into it because of a lot of back story and getting used to listening to the reader. It was enjoyable and the reader did a great job at the different voices. "

" As much fun as the Rumpole stories are to watch, they are just as much fun to read. Throughout the series Rumpole has alluded to his first great case, the Penge Bungalow Murders. At last the story has been told and quite enjoyable it is too. Recommended. "

" The perfect way to begin loving crime, criminals, and the courtroom; and courtroom flirting, 'I'll always give you my briefs,' is what one of Rumpole's ex's keeps telling him! "

" John Mortimer is a sharp writer and has created, in Rumpole, a character to defend basic human rights under the law. Plus, who else could get away with calling his wife "She who must be obeyed." "

" This was the first Rumpole book that I have read. I have been a fan of the tv serial. I read most of this in one day so I must of liked it. Might read some of the others. She who must be obeyed is much softer in the book than on tv! "

" Nice bit of cross examination, there my friend Rumpole! "

" Well written and humorous. "

" After hearing so much about Rumpole's infamous involvement in the Penge Benge Bungalow murders, I was happy to finally find out what actually happened. "

" Fun cross examination. The rest of it was kinda whatever. "

" It was rewarding to finally find out how Rumpole appeared "alone and without a leader" in the Penge Bungalow Murders case. I love the Rumpole stories and now novels. The character names alone are enough to elicit a chuckle. "

" Finally! The whole story of the Penge Bungalow Murders is revealed. Long time fans of Rumpole will be delighted. "

" Maybe not quite at the hilarious level of, say, Jeeves & Wooster, nonetheless, the Rumpole stories are wry and funny, and altogether entirely charming. If you can get your hands on a recorded version, it's quite a delightful diversion on your drive. "

" My first experience of Rumpole was as a radio dramatisation. It was intolerable. Without the intrusion of actors and actresses however, he is really enjoyable. "

" I really enjoyed this case & became quite absorbed in it. The narrator Bill Wallis did a great job with the various accents. "

" I think the best of the Rumpole series... "

" LIstened to this on CD. It took a while to get into it because of a lot of back story and getting used to listening to the reader. It was enjoyable and the reader did a great job at the different voices. "

" After hearing so much about Rumpole's infamous involvement in the Penge Benge Bungalow murders, I was happy to finally find out what actually happened. "

" A delight! We learn of Rumpole's first days as a "white wig" young barrister at the Old Bailey. He tries his first case for the Timson family, meets Hilda, She Who Must Be Obeyed, and stands alone for the defence in a double murder case. Better than a bottle of Chateau Thames Embankment. "

" This was purely a fun read. We have watched dramatizations of the Mortimer novels on PBS, so I visualized all the characters as they were cast for those productions. For anyone who likes British comedy, this is delightful. "

" Good action as usual for around the Bailey. "

" We finally learn the details of Rumpole's famous case, which he won "alone and without a leader." We also find out how he wound up with his wife Hilda, although that's not quite a satisfying. An important read for Rumpole fans. "

" My first experience of Rumpole was as a radio dramatisation. It was intolerable. Without the intrusion of actors and actresses however, he is really enjoyable. "

" Fun, quick read. Think I'll try to find more of the series. "

" To FINALLY know what happened in that greatest of cases... "