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The Ionian Mission

Aubrey/Maturin Series, Book 8

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The Ionian Mission

By: Patrick O'Brian
Narrated by: Patrick Tull
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For the first time in Jack Aubrey's long, illustrious career, the sea, to which he had escaped with very little more than his dignity in tact, brings small solace to him because of his increasing despondency over debts and troubles at home.

Shoved into a temporary command in "that rotten old Worcester," Aubrey is off to the Mediterranean to join the Royal Navy's blockade of the French port of Toulon, where he will be dispatched by Admiral Harte (unfortunately the same Admiral Harte he cuckolded years ago) on a secret mission that promises to embroil Aubrey in political conflict. His friend Stephen's help notwithstanding, Aubrey faces some of the choppiest waters of his career.

This is the eighth book in O'Brian's 20-volume Aubrey/Maturin series.

Don't miss the rest of the Aubrey/Maturin series.©1981 Patrick O'Brian (P)1994 Recorded Books, LLC Fiction Genre Fiction Historical Fiction Sea Adventures Adventure Royal Navy

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"Splendid adventures at a stately pace." (Kirkus)
Engaging Naval Battles • Rich Historical Details • Excellent Narration • Captivating Storytelling • Colorful Dialogue
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I listen to these stories again and again and I find new words each time. What indubitable skill.

The best writing and reading out there

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I have to admit that I have been a reluctant reader these days due to time and life getting in my way. I hope to get back into my hobby again. Trying to finish "The Ionian Mission" before I forget everything was a bit of a chore, but as soon as I heard Patrick Tull's voice again, I remembered where I left off. As others mentioned before, the eighth book of Aubrey/Maturin Series is more like a setup for the next mission to come. I actually enjoyed the long conversation on land, instead of the constant battle in the sea.

Reluctant Reader

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Overall it was a good book. Some spots were a bit slow. I still do recommend it.

Good book

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The storytelling in this episode is slightly diffuse as though the author was padding. But the book contains outstanding characters and moments. And of course Patrick Tull is amazing.

Slightly diffuse

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Grand story, exceptional telling of it. I have enjoyed all of Mr. Ó Brian’s works! With the Audible version I can work and listen to stories at the same. Excellent telling, with the narration including nuances of accent and maritime slang as well as the technical jargon.

Ionian Mission

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I think this is my 3rd go round listening to the series. You are given such a wealth of info and story, each book forms a wonderful whole. You begin to wish they were real

This series is addictive

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I love the time period, the reader does a great job differentiating between characters, this series just relaxes me

great series and time period

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Best of the series so far.

Well written, excellently delivered, and a fun engaging ride the whole time.

The emotion conveyed between the words is beautiful.

Moving Picture of the Mind

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Loved it all!cxxxxxcccxx c. Bbb. Bbbb. Bbbb. Bbbb. Bbb. Nbbbh. Mini. Bbbb. Bbbb. Bbbb. Bbbb

Terrific!

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I never thought I would enjoy audible books but the great storyline of the Aubrey Maturin series with a amazing narrator like Patric Tull has me hooked.

Fabulous!

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