About “Hark!”
Ed McBain's 2004 novel features a master criminal known as the Deaf Man, who harasses the 87th Precinct with cryptic messages. The Deaf Man's identity remains unclear—whether he is truly deaf or not is unknown. His messages contain lines from Shakespeare, forcing detectives to study the plays to uncover his plans. Each clue leads the detectives deeper into a complex game of wit and deception. The story revolves around their efforts to decipher the riddles before the Deaf Man carries out his next move. The novel combines a rich plot with literary elements, showcasing McBain's talent for crafting intelligent and intricate crime stories.
Book details
- First published
- 2004
- Latest edition
- 2014 · ISBN 9781471914720
- Pages
- 397
View more editions (10)
| Cover | Edition | Year | ISBN | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Hark! | 2014 | 9781471914720 | Buy on Amazon |
| Hark! | 2005 | 9780752865218 | Buy on Amazon | |
 | Hark! | 2005 | 9780743476522 | Buy on Amazon |
| Hark! | 2005 | 0743476522 | Buy on Amazon |
 | Hark! | 2004 | 9780743250351 | Buy on Amazon |
 | Hark! A Novel Of The 87th Precinct | 2004 | 9780786269341 | Buy on Amazon |
 | Hark! | 2004 | 9780743536769 | Buy on Amazon |
 | Hark! | 2004 | 9780743536752 | Buy on Amazon |
| Hark! | 2004 | 9781419304606 | Buy on Amazon | |
 | Hark! | 2004 | 0786269340 | Buy on Amazon |
Frequently asked questions
How many pages is Hark!?
Hark! by Ed McBain has 397 pages.
