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The Lottery Winner (Abridged): Alvirah and Willie Stories Audiobook
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SOLVING CRIMES FROM COAST TO COAST!
Alvirah Meehan, the ever-resourceful former cleaning lady who struck it rich in the lottery, won the hearts of millions of readers and listeners when she narrowly survived a stalking killer in the #1 bestseller Weep No More My Lady. Now she returns with her occasionally befuddled mate Willy in this dazzling collection of interconnected stories.
From the glittering streets of New York City to the shores of both California and Cape Cod, Alvirah and Willy come to the aid of a vacationer accused of murder in "Death on the Cape," assist a fellow lottery winner in distress in "A Clean Sweep," return to the Cypress Point Spa to solve a brutal slaying among the rich and beautiful in "The Lottery 'Winner," and track down a kidnapper at Christmas time in "Bye, Baby Bunting."
Written with Mary Higgins Clark's trademark wit, romance, and keen eye for thrilling detection, and presented here in unabridged recordings, these Alvirah and Willy stories are destined to become perennial favorites.
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"This novel is a lot different from the suspense novels Mary Higgins Clark usually rights in that it is centered around a central character, a lottery winner who is not victim herself but aids in solving crimes. The character is a quirky likable character but lacks the depth of the protagonists in books I read by her in the past. The book was a little too "Murder She Wrote" because someone not involved in law enforcement at all is able to solve crimes that detectives cannot solve. It is a good read for anyone who likes a more comedic spin on a suspense thriller."
— Diane (4 out of 5 stars)
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“Clark's books are always megahits, and her fans love the nail-biting, edge-of-your-seat suspense that is her trademark.”
— Booklist
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A New York Times bestseller
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A Publishers Weekly bestseller
The Lottery Winner Listener Reviews
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" Alvirah and Willy get a bit on my nerves. Not realistic people. Goofy. "
— Terry, 2/20/2014 -
" Totally charming. Six short mystery stories, with retired maid Alvirah and her retired plumber husband Willy, who won the lottery, providing companionable conversation, mild chuckles, and solutions to the crimes. "
— Chazzle, 2/14/2014 -
" These are all short stories featuring Alvirah and Willy Meehan. She was a house cleaner in NYC who ends up winning the lotto. They are a funny and endearing couple and the stories are all short and keep you interested. Alvirah is one on my favorite fictional characters so I loved these. "
— Karianne, 2/12/2014 -
" "Murder She Wrote"-ish, in print. Not very enjoyable. "
— Jim, 2/11/2014 -
" Alvirah and Willy seem to be a magnet to trouble. This is a book of short stories of two as they go through some adventures they get involved in. It is an easy read and fun as well. Winning the lottery has not changed those two. They are so lovable. "
— Linda, 2/10/2014 -
" A very funny book. I love the characters in this book and I am glad that she has had them in other books. "
— Tonnie, 1/25/2014 -
" It was more like a collection of stories than a novel. Also, the main character suddenly developed super crime solving powers after winning the lottery, a bit far fetched. It would have been much easier to read if it flowed better, it just jumped from one story to the next. "
— Sarah, 1/22/2014 -
" I didn't realize that this was a bunch of short stories at first but once I figured it out, I had a fun read. I liked reading smaller mysteries that I could read in a single sitting. "
— Heidi, 1/15/2014 -
" I love the characters in this book. It was a fun read. "
— Valori, 1/10/2014 -
" Group of short stories. It was good but I like more in depth stories. "
— Debra, 12/21/2013 -
" I listened to this on tape, it was fun, I enjoyed the charachters most of all. Fun short stories. "
— Ginger, 11/13/2013 -
" A charming collection of short mysteries. Nothing gruesome. Reminds me of the Murder She Wrote show. "
— Janet, 9/14/2013 -
" A perfect book for the plane! It's a collection of short stories about a likable couple who won the lottery and go around solving mysteries. You can pick it up and put it down without forgetting important details and all the plots wrap up quickly and nicely. An pleasant, easy read. "
— Laurie, 8/31/2013 -
" love the suspense. quick read. "
— Jane, 8/9/2013 -
" My all time favortie author! "
— Stacy, 6/21/2013 -
" This is another great anthology of stories introducing Alvirah as the lottery stories. This is better than the Anastasia Syndrome in my opinion. A good read. "
— Kristen, 6/8/2013 -
" I like these characters in the books that the have been in. "
— Leslie, 5/11/2013 -
" One of Higgins Clark's lighter mysteries but entertaining. "
— Charlene, 3/16/2013 -
" Okay. Not MHC's best novel. "
— Pennyt, 1/21/2013 -
" I love Alvirah and Willy stories. I wish there would be another book with these characters. "
— Traci, 1/18/2013 -
" This is a book of short stories. Most of them were pretty good, just not as exciting as I like, but a good read. "
— Dan, 1/5/2013 -
" Good so far - stories are short! "
— Jenni, 8/11/2012 -
" I love Alvirah! This is the first Mary Higgins Clark book I read and I was hooked immediately! Alvirah is such a believable character, I think I know her and I want to be her when I grow up. "
— Tami, 7/20/2012 -
" A Collection of stories about Alvirah and Willy. Light reading. "
— Alice, 6/23/2012 -
" The introduction of 2 fabulous characters! I love Alvirah! "
— Brenda, 4/22/2012 -
" It has been years since I read this book but remember liking it very much "
— Mary, 4/14/2012 -
" Haven't read a lot of MHC, but I like her Alvirah Meehan character. Read by Carol Higgins Clark, who did a great job with the New York accents. It's entertaining while I do work. "
— Bonnie, 2/8/2012 -
" My first of MHC... Okay... "
— Meera, 1/21/2012 -
" This was one of Mary Higgins Clark's best books in my opinion. I loved it! There were so many different mysteries in this book it kept you guessing the whole time. Alvirah and Willy are great at solving mysteries. I can't wait to read more books that they are in. "
— Alison, 12/8/2011 -
" It was actually a book of short stories. None of them really kept my interest. Not one of her best. "
— Stephanie, 11/25/2011 -
" Mary Higgins Clark is one of my favorite authors. I think I have read everyone of her books. "
— Jeanene, 9/3/2011 -
" This book really kep me going. I didn't want to put it down. "
— Teresa, 6/27/2011 -
" Funny. Alvirah is quite a character. "
— Maree, 5/18/2011 -
" A collection of short stories about Alvirah and her husband, Willy. They are likable characters, and this discusses their lives after winning the lottery. Each story features a different mystery for Alvirah to solve. They are quick, easy reads. "
— Marissa, 5/14/2011 -
" I usually love Mary Higgins Clark books but this one was not one of my favorites. <br/> <br/>It was definately an easy read with the short stories in it. "
— Michelle, 4/21/2011 -
" The remaining short stories about Willy & Alvirah (I listened to the first half of them earlier this week). These were better to read than listen to, but still not as good as her full length books. "
— Jan, 4/5/2011 -
" Fun to read a collection of mini stores about a woman who plays detective. "
— Jennifer, 3/28/2011 -
" Just some short stories to read in between breaks while working. "
— Kathy, 2/18/2011 -
" Group of short stories. It was good but I like more in depth stories. "
— Debra, 1/16/2011 -
" It was actually a book of short stories. None of them really kept my interest. Not one of her best. "
— Stephanie, 1/12/2011 -
" Nice story about a nice couple. "
— Kimberly, 11/14/2010 -
" Alvirah and Willy are so likable. I enjoyed these stories. They were suspenseful and just the right length. "
— Debbie, 10/27/2010 -
" I shall be fond of Mary Higgins Clark, especially this title, since it's one of the few that reminds me of a particular growing-up time. At least reading her gave me a scare that made me feel more grown up. And an aside: My grandmother and I would trade her books back and forth. "
— Jen, 10/27/2010 -
" This was a fun collection of stories. I really liked the aspect of the pair becoming millionaires after working as a plumber and housekeeper for years, they still seem normal, everyday people. They are enjoyable to read and engaging mysteries. "
— Cathie, 9/21/2010 -
" I read this book so quickly it was so good I loved it. Origianally suspenseful and thrilling it was a normal Mary Higgins book with all the great twists and turns! "
— *~Sammie~*, 3/7/2010 -
" One of the 1st ones I read "
— Smurfybook, 2/26/2010
About Mary Higgins Clark
Mary Higgins Clark (1927–2020) was the author of worldwide bestsellers that sold more than one hundred million copies in the United States alone. Twenty-one of her books reached the #1 spot on the New York Times bestsellers list. She was chosen by Mystery Writers of America as Grand Master of the 2000 Edgar Awards. An annual Mary Higgins Clark Award sponsored by Simon & Schuster, to be given to authors of suspense fiction writing in the Mary Higgins Clark tradition, was launched by Mystery Writers of America in 2001. She was the 1987 president of Mystery Writers of America and, for many years, served on their board of directors. In 1988, she served as chairperson of the International Crime Congress.