The Heist

By: Daniel Silva

Narrated by: George Guidall

Length: 12 hrs and 7 mins

Publisher's summary

Gabriel Allon, art restorer and occasional spy, searches for a stolen masterpiece by Caravaggio in number-one New York Times best-selling author Daniel Silva’s latest action-packed tale of high-stakes international intrigue.

Sometimes the best way to find a stolen masterpiece is to steal another one....

Master novelist Daniel Silva has thrilled listeners with 16 thoughtful and gripping spy novels featuring a diverse cast of compelling characters and ingenious plots that have taken them around the globe and back - from the United States to Europe, Russia to the Middle East. His brilliant creation, Gabriel Allon - art restorer, assassin, spy - has joined the pantheon of great fictional secret agents, including George Smiley, Jack Ryan, Jason Bourne, and Simon Templar.

Following the success of his smash hit The English Girl, Daniel Silva returns with another powerhouse of a novel that showcases his outstanding skill and brilliant imagination, and is sure to be a must-listen for both his multitudes of fans and growing legions of converts.

©2014 Daniel Silva (P)2014 HarperCollins Publishers

Great education in art history

This was one of Silva's more detailed, and in my opinion, more interesting and educational narratives, giving in-depth histories of some of the world's greatest painters. It has a more or less typical Gabriel Allon story line, but for some reason, Kiara and Shamron do not play as big a roll as in the past. Another benefit for Francophiles is the detailed descriptions of his paths in Paris. Clearly, Silva has been there recently. The book is fast-paced and mesmerizing until the end, which is somewhat disappointing. It is as though it quickly tied up lose ends and just stopped any in-depth narrative. Still very worth the listen, as are all of Silva's books.

Breaks out of the formula.... A little

Daniel Silva's Gabriel Allon series has become very formulaic. So much so, that I almost did not bother with this one, but I am glad I did. Most of the formula is there.... Gabriel involves an innocent woman that he must save, but the overall plot is far more complex than usual. As usual, he wraps up the loose ends before the story is over, but in a more challenging way with a satisfying solution. Definitely worth the read. However, I sort of hope Silva is done with this series

my favorite so far

the actual thriller plot on this story was calm, which was different but okay because it allowed so much time for visits with beloved characters. bravo!!!

Too much copy and paste in the dialogue and character descriptions.

I always love the history and current culture woven into the stories Silva writes. But this book is a phone-in. Feels a little “Murder, she wrote”... it was The Thomas Crown Affair meets Jadon Bourne.

wonderful!

Would you listen to The Heist again? Why?

yes, there are enough twists and turns to easily hear thhis again,

Who was your favorite character and why?

Allons, he is sooooo smooth.

Have you listened to any of George Guidall’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

Ranks right up there with the others, All are excellant.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

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Any additional comments?

I love the writings of this author.

Awsome

Well above my expectations. Awhile getting started. French names of restaurants, streets and places took some getting use to.

Great book. Great read!!!!

Enjoyable story

Enjoyed this book. Interesting story covering the spy world and the art world. Very good reader. Story ends well with all the loose ends tied up.

Characters, Characters!

I highly recommend that the Allon series be read in order. If you do, the additional entertainment of watching additional characters develop is one of Silva's charms

Such a fan!

I absolutely love this series! This is my second time listening. I love the humour, the characters, the plot and the narration! Another great listen!

The narrator is fantastic!

This is not your typical happy ending. I loved that Gabriel sacrificed everything for one person!