In Howard Engel’s mystery novel Memory Book (Penguin), Benny Cooperman is running up a huge phone bill trying to piece together the final clues in his case. It’s been difficult because he’s still recovering from a nasty blow to the head — his memory isn’t what it should be and he can’t do much investigating on his own. Friends have helped and, whether they know it or not, even a few of his enemies.
Things may look a mess but Benny is almost ready to gather the people involved and expose the murderer.
The question is will they all fit in his hospital room?
Episode 13: Finally a clue as to what happened at Barbarian’s Restaurant.
Episode 14: Benny calls all participants in the case to his hospital room.
Episode 15: Benny finally meets his client.
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