Sharpe's Triumph

Richard Sharpe and the Battle of Assaye, September 1803

De: Bernard Cornwell

Narrado por: Rupert Farley

From New York Times bestselling author Bernard Cornwell, the second installment in the world-renowned Sharpe series, chronicling the rise of Richard Sharpe, a Private in His Majesty’s Army at the siege of Seringapatam.

"The greatest writer of historical adventures today." —Washington Post

Richard Sharpe. Soldier, hero, rogue—the man you always want on your side. Born in poverty, he joined the army to escape jail and climbed the ranks by sheer brutal courage. He knows no other family than the regiment of the 95th Rifles, whose green jacket he proudly wears.

©1998 Bernard Cornwell (P)2021 HarperCollins Publishers

Cornwell is amazing

Once again, in spite of my aversion to militarism, my usual squeamishness at bloody scenes, and so many other traits I have that would not usually make me a fit for Cornwell’s books, I absolutely enjoyed this one, as I did the others I’ve listened to (I’m into two different of his series). Not only that, but I found myself feeling with Sharpe the desire to kill those “bast*rds” along with him, the pleasure when he succeeds at his goal. Rough as he is, Sharpe is a sympathetic character. Cornwell’s characters are fully developed, his writing superb, the action engrossing. I don’t think I could watch this on a screen without closing my eyes for portions, but in this form it is fantastic. And the narrator does a fantastic job. No, I’m not enlisting in the military (too old, anyway). But wow!

Sharpe learns he is a fighting soldier

Terrific read. Following Sharpe as he wonders about his skills and his conduct in a forthcoming battle. And then the wonderful scene where he defends Wellesly - such a magnificent story teller!

Very enjoyable

I have always Cornwell‘s stories. Sharpe and the Saxon series are the best. Well worth the time to listen.

Thrilling action, fascinating history

I loved the finely crafted plot and unforgettable characters, the details about the military and political strategy

Sharpe!!

Cornwell is spot on in his stories. What a perfect follow up to Patrick O’Brien and Aubrey and Maturain

Not Enough Sharpe

Too much of the story is taken up with a detailed accounting of a battle, which at times was tedious.

Excellent story

Excellent voice acting with an excellent story. The first novel is a little slow to start but the stories pick up nicely. Enjoy!

Great book

Great entry and a great narrator, though I miss the historical footnotes from the author at the end.

Great Stuff!

I can't believe i haven't jumped on listening to these books sooner. Frankly, the books have only one issue in my opinion, that being the battle sequences are sometimes hard for me to follow. That said, i love the voice actor and narrator. He does such a great job voicing sharpe, and everyone else. Truly very very good.

It gives an interesting view into a rarely (atleast for me) seen period of history and warfare, with a great story, likeable cast of characters and a main character you cannot help but root for. Villians on either side of the conflict are fun, but i do note that they felt a tad bit more flat than the villains in the first novel. Still, a hearty recommendation from me.

Just Awesome!

Great plot, Solid characters and long term character development. Quality writing. Can’t ask for more than this. On to book 3!