Advise and Consent

Name: Advise and Consent
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.5 (4 reviews)
Author: Allen Drury

Unputdownable Senate Drama Still Resonates Today

Written byAllen Drury

Narrated byAllan Robertson

Length33h18m

Release dateMay 13, 2015

GenreLiterature & Fiction, Genre Fiction, Literary Fiction

LanguageEnglish

★★★★☆ 4.5 (4 ratings)

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Author	Allen Drury
Narrator	Allan Robertson
Runtime	33h18m
Published	May 13, 2015
Rating	★★★★☆ 4.5 / 5 (4 ratings)
Categories	Literature & Fiction, Genre Fiction, Literary Fiction, Political, Mystery, Thriller & Suspense, Thriller & Suspense, Legal
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

About This Audiobook

Allen Drury's Advise and Consent is a masterclass in crafting a gripping narrative that holds its audience enthralled. Published in 1959, this literary classic still feels eerily relevant in today's high-stakes political landscape. At its core, the story revolves around the tumultuous confirmation hearings of a presidential nominee, where the intricate web of US Senate politics is expertly woven into a complex, engaging narrative. The audiobook, narrated by Allan Robertson, perfectly captures the intensity and drama of the events unfolding. Robertson's distinct, measured tone effectively conveys the gravity of each situation, making it easy to become fully invested in the characters and their struggles. One of the standout features of this audiobook is its ability to balance in-depth character analysis with rapid-fire dialogue and suspenseful plot twists.

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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

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As an avid listener of audiobooks, I found myself completely swept up in the world of Advise and Consent. Allan Robertson's narration is top-notch, with a subtle cadence that elevates the story to new heights. His ability to convey the nuances of each character is uncanny, making it easy to distinguish between the complex array of politicians vying for power. While I appreciated Robertson's measured approach, I did find myself occasionally wishing for a slightly more pronounced emotional response from certain characters. However, this minor quibble aside, Advise and Consent is an audiobook experience not to be missed. The pacing is expertly managed, with the story flowing smoothly from tense showdowns in the Senate chamber to quieter moments of introspection. Overall, this is a gripping, thoroughly engaging listen that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.

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