30 pages • 1 hour read
Sorry, Wrong Number
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Book Brief
118
Play • Fiction
New York City • 1940s
1943
Adult
12-18 years
Super Short Summary
Lucille Fletcher’s Sorry, Wrong Number follows Mrs. Stevenson, a housewife with disabilities, who, while trying to call her husband, overhears a murder plot on a crossed telephone line and discovers she might be the intended victim. Despite her efforts to alert the authorities and seek help, she faces numerous obstacles and increasingly fears for her life as the night progresses.
Suspenseful
Mysterious
Dark
Unnerving
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
207 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Review Roundup
Reviews for Sorry, Wrong Number by Lucille Fletcher highlight its gripping suspense and masterful use of dramatic tension. Praised for its concise structure and compelling plot, the teleplay keeps audiences on edge. Criticisms point to a perceived lack of depth in character development. Overall, it's a taut, effective thriller that resonates with fans of the genre.
Who Should Read Sorry, Wrong Number?
A reader who enjoys suspenseful, psychological thrillers will appreciate Sorry, Wrong Number by Lucille Fletcher. Comparable to readers of Agatha Christie's mysteries or Patricia Highsmith's Strangers on a Train, this book appeals to those who relish tense, edge-of-your-seat narratives with intricate plots.
207 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Elbert Stevenson
Elbert Stevenson
Mrs. Stevenson's husband, whose presence looms large despite never appearing on stage or having any dialogue.
The Murderers: 1st Man and 2nd Man (George)
The Murderers: 1st Man and 2nd Man (George)
Conspirators involved in the plot against Mrs. Stevenson, with the 1st Man relaying instructions and George tasked with carrying out the plan.
Sergeant Duffy
Sergeant Duffy
The police officer whom Mrs. Stevenson contacts for help, offering a mixture of humor and indifference during their interactions.
118
Play • Fiction
New York City • 1940s
1943
Adult
12-18 years
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