The Medici: Bankers, Gangsters, Popes by Mike Walker

The Medici: Bankers, Gangsters, Popes

Medieval Power Struggles, Told with Panache

Written byMike Walker
Length5h40m
Release dateMarch 7, 2024
LanguageEnglish
★★★★★ 5.0 (204 ratings)

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AuthorMike Walker
Narratorfull cast, Patrick Baladi, Sirine Saba, Tom Cullen, Saran Morgan, Catrin Aaron
Runtime5h40m
PublishedMarch 7, 2024
Rating★★★★★ 5.0 / 5 (204 ratings)
CategoriesLiterature & Fiction, Genre Fiction, Political, Sagas, Historical Fiction, Renaissance
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Dive into the tumultuous world of Florence’s Medici family in 'The Medici: Bankers, Gangsters, Popes' by Mike Walker. This gripping BBC Radio drama combines historical intrigue and dramatic storytelling to bring alive the complex relationships between wealth, politics, religion, and art. Narrated by a full cast including Patrick Baladi, Sirine Saba, Tom Cullen, Saran Morgan, and Catrin Aaron, each voice adds depth and nuance to this captivating tale of ambition and betrayal. The diverse casting ensures that every character is brought to life with authenticity and conviction, making for an immersive listening experience.

Tags: Historical DramaPolitical IntrigueMedieval FlorenceComplex CharactersRich Production

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  • Expert narration by full cast, Patrick Baladi, Sirine Saba, Tom Cullen, Saran Morgan, Catrin Aaron brings every character and scene to life across 5h40m of immersive audio.
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Editor's Review ★★★★★

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This audiobook delivers a whirlwind tour through the heart of medieval Florence. Patrick Baladi’s narration sets the stage perfectly, grounding you in the era while hinting at the larger-than-life characters to come. Sirine Saba’s Contessina de Bardi is particularly compelling—a noblewoman caught between duty and desire. The pacing is brisk, never allowing the listener's attention to wane, even as the plot thickens with political maneuverings and personal scandals. However, some may find the narrative jumps between characters a bit jarring at times. Despite this minor critique, 'The Medici' remains a thrilling listen that brings history vividly to life.

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The Medici: Bankers, Gangsters, Popes by Mike Walker is an immersive listening experience. Performed by full cast, Patrick Baladi, Sirine Saba, Tom Cullen, Saran Morgan, Catrin Aaron with a runtime of 5h40m, you can start with a free trial that you can cancel at any time. The audiobook remains yours forever, even if you end the trial.