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The Brentford Triangle
- Brentford Trilogy, Book 2
- Narrated by: Robert Rankin
- Length: 7 hrs
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Comic writer Robert Rankin could not stop at making his Flying Swan regulars battle a demonic incarnation of Pope Alexander VI in The Antipope. In the sequel (and second book in the nine-book Brentford Trilogy), the boys at the pub must defeat an alien invasion. The setting for the series is of course Brentford, in West London, where Rankin was born and which Time Out called the British author's "Yoknapatawpha County". The author performs his own novel here, bringing an unparalleled verve and comedic timing to the fantastical chapters. Always hilarious and outlandish, this audiobook is guaranteed to liven up any long car ride or interplanetary journey.
Summary
Omally groaned. "It is the end of mankind as we know it. I should never have got up so early today," and all over Brentford electrical appliances were beginning to fail....
Could it be that Pooley and Omally, whilst engaged on a round of allotment golf, mistook laser-operated gravitational landing beams for the malignant work of Brentford Council? Does the Captain Laser Alien Attack machine in the bar of the Swan possess more sinister force than its magnetic appeal for youths with green hair? Is Brentford the first base in an alien onslaught on planet Earth?
Robert Rankin describes himself as a teller of tall tales. The Morning Star describes him as 'The Master of Silliness', and his publisher describes him as 'The Master of Far Fetched Fiction'. He is the author of more than 30 novels, of which he has sold millions of copies, and he makes people laugh around the world.
Robert loves going on tour, signing books for fans, and his appearances at signings and conventions are legendary, often including a stand-up routine, a song (accompanied by his 'air-ukulele'), and an always-entertaining question-and-answer session.
Critic reviews
"He becomes funnier the more you read him." ( Independent)
"Everybody should read at least one Robert Rankin in their life." ( Daily Express)
"One of the rare guys who can always make me laugh" (Terry Pratchett)
"To the top-selling ranks of humorists such as Douglas Adams and Terry Pratchett, let us welcome Mr Rankin" (Tom Hutchinson, The Times)
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- Greg Chandler
- 14-07-23
Robert Rankin books
I totally love R.R’s books not unlike Terry Pratchett in style and humour. Excellent work Robert keep up your great tales.
5 ⭐️
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- patrick O'Neil
- 11-03-19
what a waste. such hubris. (audio review)
After the incredible Antipope, this is singularly sad without actors from said audio book. Disappointed to say tge least
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- Phil Evans
- 20-01-19
Rankin at his finest!
A great inight into Brentford life. Brilliantly narrated by the author. Looking forward to hearing more...
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- DNK
- 30-01-22
Imaginative and Quirky
I loved this story! Imaginative, quirky and amusing. I shall definitely read more from this author.
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- Kippi
- 04-02-24
It's God! He'll stand no more!!!
I laughed so hard at this book I had to pull over at one point 🤣
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- SeaEagle1453
- 04-12-13
Another Rankin classic
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
I really enjoyed this book as the characters are so engaging with the central figures of Pooley & Omally as likeable lay abouts. The presence of Professor Slocombe and Neville the part time man.
What was one of the most memorable moments of The Brentford Triangle?
I enjoy the whole story arc as the plot develops and as with most of Rankin's work the journey itself is part of the pleasure rather than just a means to getting to the climax.
Which character – as performed by Robert Rankin – was your favourite?
He does all the characters well but Pooley really does come across well.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
No, I did it hour to hour and a half stints. It would be possible to listen all the way through but I just don't have a block of 8 hours of peace to do it.
Any additional comments?
The works of Rankin are always something I enjoy but the Brentford sagas are the highlight for me. I think 'The Antipope' is the best of all Rankin's book with him as the narrator and some support for the individual characters as this adds a bit of texture to the whole thing. However I always find it a pleasure to listen to Rankin's narration and prefer this massively to the Brightonomican.
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- Ruth anderson
- 23-04-15
great!
Awesome story telling as usual! loved Simon the camel! the addition of Edgar Allan poe made me laugh Lol
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- Amazon Customer
- 11-02-22
extremely fun
just an extremely fun read. highly recommended for fans of surreal British humour. enjoy.
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- K. J. Walker
- 24-05-21
Wonderful stuff
I have always found Robert Rankin's writing style and silliness very amusing and much reminiscent of Flann O'Brien. Many laugh out loud moments and read by the author who is obviously relishing doing so.
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- mommyfiona
- 28-06-15
weird and wonderfully strange
you will laugh and cry and have you ever on the edge of your seats worth a listen
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