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Flashman and the Seawolf

By: Robert Brightwell
Narrated by: Henry Clore Harrison
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Summary

New improved recording uploaded April 2020

Following the popularity of the memoirs of Harry Flashman, the Victorian scoundrel who got himself embroiled in many events of his age, this book introduces a new generation of the family: Thomas Flashman, whose career covers the Napoleonic and Georgian era.

This first book covers his adventures with Thomas Cochrane, one of the most extraordinary naval commanders of all time. From the brothels and gambling dens of London, through political intrigues and espionage, the action moves to the Mediterranean and the real life character of Thomas Cochrane.

This book covers the start of Cochrane's career including the most astounding single ship action of the Napoleonic war. Thomas Flashman provides a unique insight as danger stalks him like a persistent bailiff through a series of adventures that prove history really is stranger than fiction.

This is the first in a series of books stretching from 1800 to the late 1830’s, all firmly based on historical fact and often less well known but extraordinary characters and events.

©2012 Robert Brightwell (P)2016 Henlow Publishing Limited

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Probably the worst narrator I have listened to

I loved reading the GMF books and recently listened to the series read by Colin Mace and Timothy West and they really brought the story to life, adding to my enjoyment. Henry Clore Harrison's reading by comparison ruins a good story. His voice is generally very flat and when he tries accents it borders on the ridiculous. No consistency in the accents at all. Just 'Ello 'ello!!!l I wont be listening to the rest of the series, which is a shame because i liked Robert Brightwell's style.

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Disappointing

The reader wasn't particularly good . The author could have done so much more with what he had to work with.

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Mediocre fan fiction

Whereas the original Flashman memoirs were credible and had the feel of genuine memoirs this poor imitation does not, it is very thin stuff.
It is not helped by the dull narrator who has all the expression of a geography supply teacher.

If you’ve finished the Flashman books and are looking for something similar then you’d be much better off with Arthur Conan Doyle’s Brigadier Gerard books than this drivel.

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Cliche

This book hangs on the infamy of H Flashman VC but it lacks any imagination. The dialogue is 20th century and the amount of cliche is overwhelming. Of course, the old adage, he knocks up the miller’s daughter and has to move away. It’s all dreariness due to predictability

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A fine successor to the original Flashman

A very enjoyable read.Told with humour and lots of action with plenty of informative historical facts.Highly recommended.

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good book poorly read

being a huge fan of flashman I was eager to try the sequels knowing it was not by GMF.
I was disappointed I'm afraid .
mainly due to the poor performance.
story was good and as I knew of Cochran it was great to hear of this unsung naval hero .
I will not be listening to the rest in the series

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A Good Tale

A well researched and fast-paced story. Unfortunately, the narration is lacking in expression and, at times, is almost gabbled. I will try more books in this series as they are enjoyable, but could be even better with a more sympathetic narration.

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How to kill a story with poor narration

Having just finished listening to Flashman at the charge, I was well used to a wonderful, engaging, characterful narration by Colin Mace that really drew you into the story.

I love the Harry Flashman stories and have listened to them all a number of times so seeing a new series looking at the Flashman lineage, I was excited to see how a new author had approached it.

And what I discovered was a new personal best. I’ve never given up on a book after 15 minutes of listening but there’s a first time for everything.

I’m not saying the book was is bad. Frankly I have no idea but the narration is awful. Dull, monotone and lacklustre, he’s killed any spark that the underlying story may have.

If this comes back without a dullard narrator, I’ll try again.

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Here comes Uncle Flashman!

If you love Harry Flashman, you'll love his Uncle Thomas too. What a treat! Second installment here I come!

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Ripping yarn

Of the various attempts to revive the world of Flashman, Robert Brightwell stands out as the only one to match up to George Macdonald Fraser. The meticulously researched historical detail, the quality of writing and the inventiveness of his stories make for a highly entertaining listen.
In this introductory tale, we quickly become familiar with young Thomas as he sets out to blunder into the maelstrom of the maritime peninsular war. He begins somewhat less calculating than either his older self or his (to GMF readers) famous nephew. But already showing the instincts for debauchery and self-preservation which will become his hallmark. The tale never dull and leaves you wanting more. I am pleased to report that the later stories in this series get even better.
While I am delighted that audible has begun to include Brightwell’s work in the library, I was sadly disappointed with their choice of narrator. Aside from stumbling frequently with elocution, the attempts at accents were painful, and the background South-east accent (Essex?) would have been better suited to the work of Ben Elton. It certainly didn’t evoke a young “gentleman of quality” from the Georgian era.
I look forward enthusiastically to the next episode. But please, please could we have a narrator with the range and delivery of Steven Pacey?

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