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The Mask of Dimitrios

By: Eric Ambler, Mark Mazower - introduction
Narrated by: Anthony Howell
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English crime novelist Charles Latimer is travelling in Istanbul when he makes the acquaintance of Turkish police inspector Colonel Haki. It is from him that he first hears of the mysterious Dimitrios - an infamous master criminal, long wanted by the law, whose body has just been fished out of the Bosphorus. Fascinated by the story, Latimer decides to retrace Dimitrios' steps across Europe to gather material for a new book. But, as he gradually discovers more about his subject's shadowy history, fascination tips over into obsession. And, in entering Dimitrios' criminal underworld, Latimer realizes that his own life may be on the line.

© Eric Ambler 1939 (P) Penguin Audio 2020

 Classics Crime Thrillers Espionage Spies & Politics Suspense Thriller & Suspense Crime Fiction

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Critic reviews

Not Le Carré, not Deighton, not Ludlum have surpassed the intelligence, authenticity or engrossing storytelling that established The Mask of Dimitrios as the best of its kind.
A gripping thriller ... still fresh as new.
A startling, elegant masterpiece of espionage fiction.
Not Le Carré, not Deighton, not Ludlum have surpassed the intelligence, authenticity or engrossing storytelling that established The Mask of Dimitrios as the best of its kind
If you want to experience the feel of the Continent in the 1930s, you will find few better guides (Robert Harris)
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Well plotted thriller. Nicely paced, tons of period interest. Nicely read - the narrator’s style suits the very precise writing.

Intriguing

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A concise and beautifully crafted story set just before the Second World War. The characters, plot and atmosphere of the time really come to life and this is helped by an excellent narrator. Highly recommended!

Great reading of the classic 1930s novel.

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This is a read of a book I read when I was a teenager. My uncle belonged to a book club and he had new books arrive monthly. So when he finished reading they were passed on to me. I really enjoyed the book then and have enjoyed the read even more now. I think that may be because I am in my seventies and it makes more sense to me.

Great book

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Well read, a story with cool characters, nicely told. Enjoyed it so much I’m on the lookout for another Eric Ambler story…

Brilliant classic

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Good plot. Solid. For fans of John Le Carre.
Enjoyable. Good narration. Easy listen spy thriller.

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