The Heist

By: Daniel Silva

Narrated by: George Guidall

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

Daniel Silva Does It Again

If you could sum up The Heist in three words, what would they be?

Interesting, Entertaining, Suspendfull !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Who was your favorite character and why?

As always, Gabriel !!

Which scene was your favorite?

The ending. Kept wanting more

Any additional comments?

As reviews mentioned same old story, same ending. Couldn't be so wrong. George was great. Great Book. I hope Daniel doesn't wait too long for the next one.

One of Silva's best

Riveting story, great narration. Seems a bit faster-paced for a Gabriel novel, which makes it that much more thrilling. Many of the same characters from The English Girl appear here, and play more involved roles. Really love this series, and this one is top-notch.

Gabriel's back and better then ever.

Where does The Heist rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Not sure what you mean by rank.

Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?

It did. What would happen to the girl, I wondered? Would they get to her in time?

Which character – as performed by George Guidall – was your favorite?

Everyone. He's excellent with accents.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Nope.

Any additional comments?

None.

Great narration to go with a great story!!

Gabriel Allon is such a bad ass. This series makes me want to never stop listening/reading!

I loved it

I truly enjoyed the story line and the suspense until the very end of book

Good story well read

Another fine Allon story. Less action, characters middling developed but the backdrop and historical background are excellent.

a good story,well written

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

this book is the first Silva novel I have heard. It has an excellent story line with lots of turns and subplots.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Heist?

The old woman who tells of the future is in this and other Silva books.

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

I have heard George Guidall's readings previously and always like the low key of his readings

Any additional comments?

I have discovered that one can choose any of the series without missing out on the whole story line. I plan to listen to the whole series.

Prepares you for books to come

does not have the danger surrounding every movement, seems to sum up past books and hints at future stories. I for one can hardly wait.Would give a higher rating except I have great difficulty understanding George Guidall

Almost Great

I voted 4 stars but I confess I skipped all the domestic subplot diversions because they're unconvincing and unnecessary to the story. I suppose Silva's editor insists on including these for the 'female' audience, which I think is very patronizing, and they weaken an otherwise excellent story. Not having listened to a Silva novel for more than a year or so I was reminded by this book what a fine story teller he is - and I plan to re-listen to others now that I've figured out how to separate the gold from the dross.

Satisfied customer!

Another excellent Gabriel Alon story. Well plotted and beautifully written. One of my favorites in the series.