Black Ops

Name: Black Ops
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.9 (46 reviews)
Author: Stephen Leather

Undercover Thrills in High-Stakes Assassination Plot

Written byStephen Leather

Narrated byPaul Thornley

Length12h49m

Release dateAugust 4, 2020

GenreLiterature & Fiction, Action & Adventure, Mystery, Thriller & Suspense

LanguageEnglish

★★★★☆ 4.9 (46 ratings)

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Author	Stephen Leather
Narrator	Paul Thornley
Runtime	12h49m
Published	August 4, 2020
Rating	★★★★☆ 4.9 / 5 (46 ratings)
Categories	Literature & Fiction, Action & Adventure, Mystery, Thriller & Suspense, Thriller & Suspense
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

About This Audiobook

Stephen Leather's 'Black Ops' is a pulse-quickening addition to the Spider Shepherd series, where MI5 agent Dan 'Spider' Shepherd must prevent a high-profile assassination on British soil. Leather's signature blend of gritty realism and breakneck pacing ensures this isn't just another spy thriller. Paul Thornley's narration is a standout, bringing Shepherd's steely determination and moral ambiguity to life with a subtle, understated delivery that perfectly complements the story's tense, often brutal action.

Tags: Action AdventureMystery ThrillerUndercover SpyTerrorismGritty RealismStealthy Operations

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Expert narration by Paul Thornley brings every character and scene to life across 12h49m of immersive audio.
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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

AudioBook Atlas

I've been a fan of the Spider Shepherd series for years, but 'Black Ops' might just be Leather's most gripping installment yet. The plot is a ticking time bomb, with Shepherd's undercover mission to infiltrate a terrorist cell feeling painfully real in our current climate. Thornley's narration is exceptional, capturing Shepherd's quiet intensity and the chilling banter between characters. The production is minimalist, letting the story and performances take center stage. My only critique is that some of the supporting characters feel a bit one-dimensional, but that's a minor quibble in an otherwise outstanding audiobook. The pacing is relentless, with Leather masterfully balancing high-stakes action and quieter, more introspective moments. If you're a fan of gritty, realistic thrillers, 'Black Ops' is a must-listen.

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