On the Sweeny wire

"On the Sweeny Wire" by Charles R. Barnes is a crime story set in the world of gambling, where a gambler’s widow, Belle Sweeny, finds herself caught in a web of risk and deceit. Belle's life takes a sharp turn when she starts secretly listening to other people's phone calls, where she hears about a supposed fixed horse race. Driven by the opportunity to change her luck, she falls headfirst into a shady plan masterminded by a man named Mike the Wop, who is someone not to be trusted. As Belle becomes more involved, her eavesdropping turns dangerous, putting her husband at risk as the scheme falls apart. The book skillfully blends suspense and personal drama, highlighting the risks of curiosity and the far-reaching impact of secrets shared over the phone line.