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The Mediterranean, 1943... The HMS Rob Roy. A tiny machine, just 230 feet from stem to stern. In peacetime she would have trawled for cod. Now her catch is deadlier by far. Lieutenant-Commander Ian Ransome is a veteran of the treacherous front line of naval combat. For three years, he’s swept the explosive curtain of Nazi mines that shrouds the British Isles. Now, under sealed orders in the battle-tossed waters of the Mediterranean, he and his jack-tired crew face one final test of their courage and seamanship under fire. Their secret mission: to spearhead the Allies’ desperate invasion of Italy.

©1988 Douglas Reeman (P)2014 Audible, Inc. Armed Forces Europe Great Britain Military Military Science Naval Forces England War
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not his best but a great sea yarn, well narrated. really enjoyed the story and the charecters

Good story well narrated

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Not a modern book but it was a fast read when it first came out and I for one loved it. Alas time has moved on and writing with it. Today's writers are more able to describe the scenario with more emphasis.

This should not detract from Reemans evident talent. If you are into naval stories from the world wars this is worth a listen.

Interesting

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I really enjoyed listening to the book and a good story, however every time it’s David Rintoul and his narration or performance that is captivating. I read one of the Douglas Reeman books recently and I really missed the story telling it’s that David seems to bring the story and the characters to life.

Another good book, hard to stop listening.

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My father introduced me to Douglas Reeman a long time ago and this book has to be a big favourite.
This book I find tells more about Naval life in the ships both mentally and emotionally than any other from the aspect of minesweepers to convoys and the loss of precious ships. A real good all rounder of life on the dangerous seas.
As always the personal life as are bought into the book as Douglas always does so well
Once started its hard to stop listening to the book being read with great feeling so you can imagine you are actually there. Not a book to listen to only once and you won't be disappointed

Absolutely a big favourite

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Not as exciting as many of the novels by the author. Minor romances slow the story down. The author emphasises the role of the lowly Minesweepers. As usual the performance by David Rintoul is superb.

Disappointing.

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