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The Man from St Petersburg
- Narrated by: Martin Shaw
- Length: 2 hrs and 56 mins
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Summary
Abridged edition, read by Martin Shaw (The Professionals)
The Man From St Petersburg is a dark tale of family secrets and political consequences. Ken Follett's masterful storytelling brings to life the danger of a world on the brink of war.
A Secret Negotiation
1914. Tensions are rising as Europe finds itself caught in a web of alliances and dangerous warmongering. To help tip the balance in their favour, Britain aims to draw Russia into an alliance with them instead of Germany. Czar Nicholas’s nephew, Prince Aleksei, is sent to London for secret naval talks with Lord Walden.
A Play for Power
Walden has a personal connection to Aleksei; his wife is Aleksei’s aunt. And they are not the only ones interested in the Russian's arrival; so too are Walden’s wilful, idealistic daughter, the head of Special Branch, and a ruthless Russian anarchist.
A World at War
With the British desperately needing a signed treaty and the fate of the world hanging in the balance, the destinies of these individuals become inextricably linked, as tragedy threatens to shatter the Waldens’ complacency...
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- Jane
- 19-08-20
Classic story, best of all narrators
Such a pleasure to listen to this well-known story in the voice of this very talented and experienced narrator
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- BMW Adventure-Aprilia Scooter
- 24-06-17
Ken Follett's Early Thrillers have little fat to Abridge. Full Length far more Entertaining
His early books are not History Lessons, but excellent Paperback Thrillers, ideal to distract during Trips etc.
Only offering Abridged versions is a disservice to members. There is simply not much to be distilled.
This effort falls between two Stools. You are never swept away or have the chance to care and understand the Characters.
Gave it 4 Stars as it has been over a Decade since enjoying the full novel & this was an Expensive Refresher. Hope that Key to Rebecca is re-released as an unabridged story, along with The Man from St. Petersburg & Lie Down with Lions.
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