Spandau Phoenix

By: Greg Iles

Narrated by: Dick Hill

Length: 26 hrs and 30 mins

Publisher's summary

The Spandau Diary - what was in it? Why did the secret intelligence agencies of every major power want it? Why was a brave and beautiful woman kidnapped to get it? Why did a chain of deception and violent death lash out across the globe, from survivors of the Nazi past to warriors in this new conflict about to explode? Why did the world's entire history of World War II have to be rewritten as the future hung over a nightmare abyss?

©1994 Greg Iles (P)2010 Brilliance Audio, Inc.

Not my favorite

I am a great fan of Greg Iles, and I loved the first book in the WW2 series, but I had to push myself to stick with this one. I did, and it wasn’t a complete waste of time and money, but despite what should have been a riveting plot, I just never really engaged with the characters or the story. Narrator was excellent.

Amazing Book

This was a very interesting and engaging book. The story is still current today. Highly recommended.

better than the first one

The narrator is fantastic. Good story just took a while to figure out how it tied into the first. Best part is it makes you think. One of the things Illes does better than most in suspense novels is the ability to allow you to follow the intense fight scenes without convoluting the entire chapter.

Overall it's a good book, worth a listen.

Excitement around every corner!

A sequel to 'Black Cross', taking place about 50 years later. Mr. Iles has taken several key conspiracy theories that have existed for years and crafted multiple stories around them within one book. He introduces so many exciting variables that it becomes impossible to guess any outcome at all. I sincerely hope Mr.Iles brings this level of intrigue and excitement to all of his books. I will know soon as I just bought book no. 1 in the 'Penn Cage' series of novels: 'The Quiet Game', which I will be starting as soon as I finish writing this review.

Excellent and intense

I always feel sad when I finish a book by Greg Iles. His books are intense, well researched, well imagined and well written. They always include a few characters who are ethical and courageous (and it's not bravado, but a position grounded in the character's personal history and experience). Spandau Phoenix was written years before Black Cross, but takes place in a more recent period. Both books have to do with the Nazi era, the formation of the state of Israel, Jewish history and character. Spandau Phoenix is plausible fiction about hatreds that remain today from WWII, a central character in Nazi history (Rudolph Hess) and actions of the British and the Russians during the war, and potential threats to the survival of the state of Israel that are ongoing. Iles improved my understanding and perspective on what happened then and its impact on today. Dick HIll is the perfect narrator.

Thrilling!

This was a great listen! Dick Hill sucks you in with his masterful narration and does not let go until the end. This story has it all and you can see why Greg Iles is so heavily praised. I would recommend this book to anyone who has even a slight interest in history or espionage. You will not be disappointed.

Great listen.

Where does Spandau Phoenix rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Close to the top.

What other book might you compare Spandau Phoenix to and why?

Not sure if I can compare it to another. I enjoy long books with a detailed plot.

What does Dick Hill bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Dick Hill is one of my favorite narrators. He has a great timbre and quite a varied range.

Any additional comments?

Waiting for more from Greg Iles. Have enjoyed not only the Phoenix book but the Black Cross book as well.

Simply Awesome!!!

Where does Spandau Phoenix rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

This is, by far, one of the best stories I've listened to

What other book might you compare Spandau Phoenix to and why?

Any other book by Greg Iles.

Which scene was your favorite?

The Hitler dialogue.

Any additional comments?

Once again, Dick Hill provides a masterful performance!

Super Exciting!!!!!

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

Suspenseful, thrilling, entertaining

What does Dick Hill bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

This narrator is one of my favorites! When looking for a new Audible book I often search Dick Hill's name. He adds so much depth to the character while still allowing you to create them in your own mind. Love His work!!!

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

Yes! From start to finish, I didn't want to turn it off!!!

Greg Iles is fantastic

Do you like war History? Do you like a mystery, then this book is for you.