• Counterattack

  • The Corps, Book 3
  • By: W. E. B. Griffin
  • Narrated by: Dick Hill
  • Length: 19 hrs and 51 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (1,917 ratings)

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Counterattack

By: W. E. B. Griffin
Narrated by: Dick Hill
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Publisher's summary

"From the devastating surprise attack on Pearl Harbor to America’s first bold counterstrike against the Japanese on the beaches of Guadalcanal, this compelling story takes you to the front lines of victory and defeat - and into the very heart of courage, loyalty, and valor. It is a heroic story of pride and passion you will never forget.... Griffin’s books are distinguished by their high action and suspense, his dashing irreverence toward high command, and his clear picture of war and its wartime leaders.” (The Florida Times-Union)

©1990 W. E. B. Griffin (P)2012 Brilliance Audio, Inc.

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Don't be misled

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

Written about a time of war and bloodshed, Counterattack, is more of a character study than a shootem' up. (and OH what great characters!!) Yes the "Tommie guns do blaze away" but the story of the men and women who fought is the real strength of this book. W.E.B. catches both the tone and courage of people who fought a very real war. One last point is what a wonderful job an author can do when his historical research is spot on.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Jack n.m.i. strecker.

Which character – as performed by Dick Hill – was your favorite?

The soon to be Sergent, Steven Koffler.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Lt. Joe Howard facing down his fear.

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PLEASE keep this series going.

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Ever Heard of "Flying Sergeants?"

Mr. Griffin seems to follow a simple philosophy, "If people liked the last one, just give them more." And by and large, this is just fine. As the war goes on, the perspective switches somewhat, though the focus remains on marine aviation and intelligence. Interesting detours include a look into the corps's efforts to field its own paratroops, and a glimpse at the importance placed on public relations. Long running conflicts that will play a part in most of the other books make their entrance here, including the squabbles between MacArthur and his "palace guard," with the navy and Washington, and the importance of small unconventional operations like the coastwatchers. The tone remains generally light with a definite respect for those who put their lives on the line and no mercy for those who put themselves first.

Dick Hill maintains the level of quality heard in previous installments. I have always associated him with this series, and still believe he is very well suited to its tone. There is nothing to prevent you from enjoying this download if you are a fan of Griffin, and as I will continue to point out; Audible's pricing of these old favorites is tremendously appreciated.

As for the Flying Sergeants, marine enlisted men who were permitted to become naval aviators, they're just one of the little remembered groups of heroes Griffin's story touches upon in passing that really helps bring what you might consider thoroughly covered history alive.

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Griffin is a master storyteller

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

Accurate historical portrayal

What was one of the most memorable moments of Counterattack?

The whole book

Which character – as performed by Dick Hill – was your favorite?

Fleming Pickering

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

Men going to war knowing that they might not return.

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Hurry up and get the rest of the series recorded

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too much making out, too little Marine

way to much R rated romance with too little of the battles and Marines

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Gripping

I enjoy this series and Counterattack (#3 of 10) is excellent, also. Griffin weaves the fictional characters into real world events, fiction interacting with reality. The (boring)battle scenes are minimized, but well told. Most of the story is told through the eyes of CAPT Fleming Pickering, former CEO of a successful shipping line, who is SECNAV's liaison to McArthur. Through Pickering's reports, we learn about big picture concerns, including Army-Navy infighting that made our military less effective. Love interests? There are several and they pervade the book and the series. Much of this story is dedicated to development of the USMC coast watchers and parachute Marines, two special capabilities that contributed to the war, but weren't USMC core capabilities. Fun read, where's #4?

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Great series

Just as with the Brotherhood of War Series I can't wait until the rest are available.

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Historical accurate fiction

A very well written attention keeping story following along an historical accurate time in the history of the United States and the world. Thanks W.E.B. Griffin for yet another great book, may you sir rest in peace. Semper Fi!

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Great Story!!!

This is a great book and it’s well performed by Mr. Hill. You won’t regret the listen.

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much enjoyed

Dick Hill reads WEB Griffin better than Scott Brick keep up the good work!

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The story is good but the accents are terrible

This guy has three accents. His normal voice, some kind of southern voice and his Lenny and Squiggy voice that he uses for about half of the characters. The Australian accent is beyond bad. All of these things are distracting and come up constantly.

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