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As the Nazis bring Denmark to its knees, a resistance forms – and make a discovery that could turn the tide of war. From the master storyteller Ken Follett, Hornet Flight is a startling thriller set amidst the Danish Resistance of the Second World War.

Europe in Darkness
1941. The Nazis have Denmark in their vice-like grip, their malign presence corroding everything its inhabitants hold dear. Even the police betray their countrymen and work with the Gestapo to hunt down spies.

A Glimmer of Hope
In this hostile climate the Danish resistance discover a secret that could change the course of the war – proof of an advanced German radar installation that is causing catastrophic losses to Allied planes bringing the fight to Germany.

A Dangerous Mission
The resistance must get the information to the British and will have only one chance, using a near-derelict Hornet Moth bi-plane mouldering away in a church. If they succeed the balance of the war will be tipped in the Allies’ favour but failure will see them killed . . .

 20th Century Denmark Espionage Fiction Historical Historical Fiction Spies & Politics Thriller & Suspense Exciting War
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Although after some of Ken Follett's books this seemed quite a brief novel, it was never the less a gripping story if rather predictable.
I m always astounded by the author's knowledge of the era about which he writes and this book was not exception and it brought to life an occupied country in WW2 which is little talked about these days

A gripping story

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Loved all of it, narrated superbly, the story was so intense at times I couldn’t stop listening to it

Brilliant narrator, excellent story, loved it

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Excellent story, very exciting and interesting. if there was time you'd keep listening to the end, non-stop!

Great WWII spy acton adventure

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This story is very interesting, and it is particularly we read. I really enjoyed it.

Very good story!

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What did you like most about Hornet Flight?

Typical good detail yarn from Follet. Brilliantly narrated by Nigel Carrington.

What other book might you compare Hornet Flight to, and why?

fall of Giants

Which scene did you most enjoy?

All good

If you made a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

How brave the ordinary

Any additional comments?

Great to hear Nigel Carrington's excellent narration, much more than reading a book.

Nigel Carrington brings Follet to life

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