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  • By: Ed Macy
  • Narrated by: Sam Hazeldine
  • Length: 6 hrs and 3 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (232 ratings)
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Apache

By: Ed Macy
Narrated by: Sam Hazeldine
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Summary

Apache is a blazing true story from the heart of Afghanistan - a tale of courage, comradeship, technology, and tragedy, straight from the cockpit of the world's deadliest helicopter.

When Ed Macy's career in the Paras was cut short by a brutal accident, he thought he'd never fight again. But joining the Army Air Corps gave him the chance to return to the front line. And when the army launched its attack helicopter programme, Ed was the first to sign up.

The Westland Apache AH Mk 1 is the deadliest, most technically advanced helicopter in the world - and only the top two per cent of pilots even make it through the training.

In 2007, Ed's Apache squadron was dispatched to Helmand, Afghanistan. Their mission: to protect the men on the ground. So when a marine goes missing in action during an attack on a Taliban stronghold, Ed and his team know they are the Army's only hope of getting him out ....

This edition includes an exclusive Q & A with the author.

©2008 HarperCollins Publishers (P)2008 HarperCollins Publishers

Critic reviews

"This is essentially a book about boy's toys (mega-expensive boy's toys), after which you'll understand better why the war in Iraq is costing the American taxpayers an estimated $700m a day."( The Guardian)

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excellent book

brilliant book really enjoyed it gave me a good insight into the job these men do .

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Good listen

Story good but bits missing from paper back version narrator was more of a robot some words butchered but that made me chuckle

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A real insight

A good and honest true story about a remarkable crew using a complex machine.

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Clear your diary!

What a great read! Got so hooked I managed to listen to it in two sittings. You get so hooked you have to keep listening.

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Apache

WOW! Simply un-put-downable. A fantastic testement to the heroes that are in the combat zone and brilliantly written. The Author has a way with words and truly a man I would happily share a pint or two with, I have the upmost respect and admiration for them all

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Make this your pick

On the recommendation of another I gave this a listen , I would not have normally , and I'm very glad I did . What a story and brilliantly narrated

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Great story and full of action if a bit short

A great story well told.

More info on the Apache may have been welcomed but the book is really centred around the "Jug Fort" action and the slightly strange, heroic yet slightly futile rescue.
Quite intresting all the politics that seem to be endemic in the realtionship between the Government and armed forces and the apparent lack of resources experienced.
Good book though, a bit short but well worth a credit.

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Absolutely Fantastic

This is a great book that i would recommend without hesitation.
The action is fast paced and the information is descriptive.

I am ashamed to admit it, but I often found myself sat on the driveway, unable to leave the car, transfixed to the story.

The only criticism I have as a member of the Armed Forces is that the Narrator sometimes 'reads' an abbreviation rather than sounding out the acronym. This will bring a smirk to the faces of some, but does not detract from the story one ounce.

DOWNLOAD IT TODAY!!! You wont be disappointed

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Fantastic

This book makes you feel like your sitting in the Apache during the action, Ed Macy captures your imagination throughout, having two of my nephews serving with 3 Commando brigade out in Afghanistan at the moment this amazing account really brings home the courage and determination of the men and woman serving in such a stunningly beautiful yet savage area of operation.

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Fantastic Listen

Brilliant book & the narration is superb. Genuinely one of the best narrations on Audible I was drawn into the book so much I could picture being in the story.

Well written & impossible to put down & not binge!

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