Listen free for 30 days
Listen with offer
-
Fibber in the Heat
- Following England in India - A Blagger's Tale
- Narrated by: Miles Jupp
- Length: 8 hrs and 10 mins
Failed to add items
Add to basket failed.
Add to wishlist failed.
Remove from wishlist failed.
Adding to library failed
Follow podcast failed
Unfollow podcast failed
99p for the first 3 months
Fibber in the Heat
Buy Now for £12.99
No valid payment method on file.
We are sorry. We are not allowed to sell this product with the selected payment method
Listeners also enjoyed...
Summary
Fanatical about cricket since he was a boy, Miles Jupp would do anything to see his heroes play. But perhaps deciding to bluff his way into the press corps during England's Test series in India wasn't his best idea. By claiming to be the cricket correspondent for BBC Scotland and getting a job with the (Welsh) Western Mail, Miles lands the press pass that will surely be the ticket to his dreams.
Soon, he finds himself in cricket heaven - drinking with David Gower and Beefy, sharing bar room banter with Nasser Hussain, and swapping diarrhea stories with the Test Match Special team. Amazing! But struggling in the heat under the burden of his own fibs, reality soon catches up with Miles as - like a cricket-obsessed Boot from Evelyn Waugh's Scoop - he bumbles from one disaster to the next.
A joyous, charming, yet cautionary tale, Fibber in the Heat is for anyone who's ever dreamt about doing nothing but watching cricket all day long.
More from the same
What listeners say about Fibber in the Heat
Average customer ratingsReviews - Please select the tabs below to change the source of reviews.
-
Overall4 out of 5 stars
- IYER
- 24-12-12
Tragi-comic yarn of chasing a dream
A true story that is quite light hearted in its plot line, but stil manages to be touching. Miles Jupp, as can be expected from a comedian with a reputation with children, is very good in the funny parts. But what I found more interesting is the intorspection that he has to go through as the tour does not go well for him at all, in terms of logistical issues, all the time wresting with the reality known only to him that he is an imposter. The darker parts lend balance to the book and enhance it.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
2 people found this helpful
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- Sue McW
- 16-08-15
A joyous read
You don't have to know anything about cricket to enjoy this marvellous book by Miles Jupp - who is a joy to listen to. One marvels at his nerve in attempting to become a cricket commentator and his insight into the working lives of the journalists is enlightening for him, and the reader.
Would recommend this to anyone.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
1 person found this helpful
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- Molly
- 06-10-15
Very funny whether or not you like cricket
What made the experience of listening to Fibber in the Heat the most enjoyable?
Miles Jupp is the master of the understatement and this book about his attempts to become a cricket journalist on an England tour of India gives full rein to this talent.
I have no idea what a leg stump is or anything else to do with cricket but it really doesn't matter as his funny narrative carries you along sweeping across India in absurd yet totally believable situations.
I genuinely laughed out loud and as I listen to Audible whilst walking my dog I may have got myself something of a reputation in my village for being off my head. Small price to pay.
I am a huge fan of Miles Jupp, who I think is immensely talented.
Who was your favorite character and why?
The man himself
Have you listened to any of Miles Jupp’s other performances? How does this one compare?
Yes, my absolute favourite Audible purchase, which I have listened to many times, is In and Out of the Kitchen. It is so well observed, I think it is brilliant.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
Yes
Any additional comments?
I realise I may sound like a complete Miles Jupp anorak but if you haven't listened to him I urge you to download this, it will cheer you up.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
2 people found this helpful
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- Dubbin Youth
- 25-02-20
No dropped catches here!
Picked it up, couldn't put it down, done in a day. Hilarious and witty account of something many of us have thought about trying, but didn't have the bottle to follow it through... Probably for the same reasons that become oh so apoarent when you listen to this book!
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
1 person found this helpful
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- Geoff S.
- 04-03-15
surprisingly captivating, amusing & heart warming.
miles is a funny guy on tv so I gave it a go & was really enjoyably surprised - he narrates very well with a lilting 'easy on the ear's voice. a story that really doesn't sound that engaging really is a captivating listen, especially if you are familiar with him & some members of the England cricket team of the 80s & 90s. Loved it!
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- Mark
- 10-12-14
Fantastic Story
Would you listen to Fibber in the Heat again? Why?
This is a great holiday read. Miles Jupp's easy tones make the book a great listen. There are so many anecdotes and events that a second listen is required to take them all in.
What was one of the most memorable moments of Fibber in the Heat?
When Miles loses his luggage in the airport and at the lost property office the only case left is his. He then recounts the struggle he had in getting the case back.
What about Miles Jupp’s performance did you like?
He has a great voice and you can tell he is very passionate about the story and what he went through to get there.
If you made a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?
On a dodgy wicket, Jupp offers his best strokes to stumps!
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- AMH
- 19-06-22
Brilliant listen!
Absolutely fantastic. Miles' narration really helped my enjoyment and I'd highly recommend it to anyone, whether a fan of cricket or not. I finished it within two days!
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall5 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- Duffnut
- 08-07-22
Great stuff
When something is read by the author you gain so much more than just the words.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall4 out of 5 stars
-
Performance4 out of 5 stars
-
Story4 out of 5 stars
- Kevin Clark
- 27-01-19
An interesting and amusing tale.
Miles takes us through a journey filled with ups and downs. You really feel part of the adventure and live each moment of his frustration and excitement.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!
-
Overall4 out of 5 stars
-
Performance5 out of 5 stars
-
Story5 out of 5 stars
- AnitaH45
- 25-04-18
Fascinating if you're into cricket
I'm not into cricket but I very much enjoyed Miles' humour. I was in stitches on many occasions. The cricket diatribes went over my head and I tended to glaze over and drift off a bit. I would still recommend it - and do see his stand up if you can; he's very good.
Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
You voted on this review!
You reported this review!