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Gabriel's Moon

By: William Boyd
Narrated by: George Blagden
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In his most exhilarating novel yet, Britain’s greatest storyteller transports you from the vibrant streets of sixties London to the sun-soaked cobbles of Cadiz and the frosty squares of Warsaw, as an accidental spy is drawn into the shadows of espionage and obsession.


Gabriel Dax is a young man haunted by the memories of a tragedy: every night, when sleep finally comes, he dreams about his childhood home in flames. His days are spent on the move as an acclaimed travel writer, capturing the changing landscapes in the grip of the Cold War. When he’s offered the chance to interview a political figure, his ambition leads him unwittingly into a web of duplicities and betrayals.

As Gabriel’s reluctant initiation takes hold, he is drawn deeper into the shadows. Falling under the spell of Faith Green, an enigmatic and ruthless MI6 handler, he becomes ‘her spy’, unable to resist her demands. But amid the peril, paranoia and passion consuming Gabriel’s new covert life, it will be the revelations closer to home that change the rest of his story. . .

'Sheer, truly brilliant storytelling. He has probably written more classic books than any of his contemporaries’ Daily Telegraph

‘If it’s true escapism you’re after, William Boyd can always be relied upon to transport the reader from reality’ Vogue

'A master storyteller'
Observer

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Intriguing

Very very clever. Characters unusually drawn and juxtaposed. Plot so intricate it's breathtaking. The subtle evocation of the '60's a delight. George Blagden the perfect narrator for the text, bringing the different characters into sharp relief with accomplished ease. And yet...
If I'm truly honest, I longed for the flair of a richer voice to notch the whole scenario up an octave. Heighten the tension, deepen the feeling and spike the drama.
But it is a William Boyd and a George Blagden and so not to be missed. And perfect as it is.

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Opportunity squandered

The narration was too monotonal. I felt that it didn’t make enough of the intrigue of the story. It rushed when a little slowing of momentum would have raised the awkwardness of the situation.

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The reader was in cahoots with the writer

Good story and good narration means an enjoyable day listening whilst i can garden productively

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Eminently readable

Loved the first half but it became too boys own Cold War spyupmamship for me. Shame!

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As always, William Boyd’s book are strong emotional tales

Good main character, but overall he is a bit shallow and naive. Possible 2nd book?

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Boyd belongs

Boyd provides a welcome world of satisfying language, rhythm, and escape. I could analyse but prefer to relax and enjoy each book as they arrive.

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Outstanding

The Intrigue. The unexpected twists and turns right through to the very end are spell binding

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Your Spy

Overall, this is an excellent listen. There are one or two unlikely scenarios and incidents that pass unexplained, but putting those aside (it may be my lack of understanding), there is a wonderfully developed plot and characters of depth and plausibility. It is a recommended book.

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excellent good read

Boyd is a brilliant story teller,.The reader was excellent.Give yourself a treat , youll enjoy it.

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Intriguing

I enjoyed the usual intellect of Boyd’s stories, however I didn’t feel I was on much of a roller coaster as I have done with his previous books. I’m seeing him tonight at a book fest so I’ll be very interested to hear his reasons behind writing it.

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