Eye of the Needle: A Novel Free Audiobook Download by Ken Follett
'Eye of the Needle': The sequel to 'The World Is Flat' that follows the lives of characters in 1951 through 2009 in a fictional world, who struggle with living without capitalism and meet up with a variety of people from different parts of the world.
Ken Follett has crafted a novel of intrigue and romance set in the beautiful setting of London. There are two main characters, but each is named after one of these two things: a body part (the eye) and an ancient game - the sparrowhawk, who pulls the strings. This novel is told through four different stories that show how people's lives intertwine with each other at pivotal moments in their lives.
"I know it's not the clothes that make a person, but you can't wear an ugly suit and expect people to like you," says Joyce when she gives her daughter enough money to buy her a new dress. This is coming as there is unrest in the young woman's life. She has been fired from her job at a bank, and she realizes that her old life isn't going to be sustainable anymore. All of this is happening while the world is immersed in World War II.
The audiobook narrator, Samuel West, gives an intense performance that will keep listeners engaged during a long listen.
Ken Follett has written a novel, "Eye of the Needle," which portrays a war story in Germany and England during World War II. A third narrator, a spy named Maddox, tells us what is happening behind the scenes. The novel is told from three points of view, giving each of the characters his own perspective on things.
Eye of the Needle is a story about the power of ideas. Ideas that have the potential to change the world for good or for evil. Ken Follett has masterfully written a compelling novel that not only keeps you on the edge of your seat but also provides insight into how simple yet powerful ideas can shape history.
Published Date | 2021-02-09 |
Duration | 11 hours 2 minutes |
Author | Ken Follett |
Narrated | Samuel West |
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Abridged | No |
Is It Free? | 30-days Free |
Category | Mystery, Thriller & Horror |
Parent Category | Espionage, War & Military, Historical Fiction |