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  • Ben Hope, Book 21
  • By: Scott Mariani
  • Narrated by: Colin Mace
  • Length: 10 hrs and 43 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (299 ratings)
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The Pretender’s Gold

By: Scott Mariani
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Summary

The new Ben Hope thriller in the series which has sold millions of copies around the world

When things get rough, we should all have a friend like Ben Hope…

Retired army sergeant Boonzie McCulloch travels to the wintry Highlands of Scotland to help a relative in danger, but is soon deeper in it himself than he’d bargained for. Ruthless, controlling thugs are running amok across the region and will kill anybody to get their hands on a historic hoard of lost gold treasure.

But the villains haven’t reckoned on what’s coming their way. Because when you mess with an old comrade of ex-SAS major Ben Hope, you’re bringing a whole world of trouble down on yourself. Once he gets started he won’t stop until he gets the job done. With Hope on the war path, the snowy Highland wilderness is about to warm up considerably…

A gripping must-listen for fans of Jack Reacher and John Milton series.

Whilst the Ben Hope thrillers can be listened to in any order, this is the twenty-first book in the series following House of War.

©2020 Scott Mariani (P)2020 HarperCollins Publishers Limited

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 "James Bond meets Jason Bourne meets The Da Vinci Code." (J. L. Carrell)

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The Best Yet

I have read and listened to all the Ben Hope books but this was the best yet.

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Excellent narration

A bit over the top and far fetched in places but I got to say I really enjoyed this listen. The narrator was excellent.

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Another masterpiece

Well what can I say, a superb rip roaring instalment for fans of Ben Hope.
I can’t wait for my next fix of escapism, keep up the great work Scott!!

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Splendid action and tense plots throughout.

Really great book, and a very different opening to the usual Ben Hope escapade. Delivered in every way, but left open the question of the treasured sought-after artifact.... What happened?

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another Brilliant book

I love the way these books seem to bring the story to life and are very hard to put down.

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Great story and narration

Another great Ben Hope story and narration. Shame I’m nearly at the end of the current series

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Excellent

Another excellent yarn with the indefatigable Ben Hope. You have to suspend belief a little, eg. Finding a pile of RDX explosive just lying around, but a very enjoyable story nonetheless. Colin Mace excellent as always.

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another triumph Ben Hope rules

Get writing quicker Scott or longer books. Another brilliant book but gone far too quickly

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Another fantastic story!!

From beginning to end, the storyline was fantastic with enough action to keep you captivated. I had awaited with much anticipation for the next offering from Scott Mariani and I was not disappointed. Colin Mace also brought the characters alive brilliantly. I listened in one sitting...well almost one sitting lol. I had to replay the last five chapters as I was determined to stay awake at 2:00am but tiredness got the better of me. Nonetheless I awoke an hour later and finished it :-).

It was a very good listen and would recommend this to avid action themed readers. If you have not followed this series, you could start here to whet your appetite and not be lost, as each book stands on its own. However, I guarantee you would want to explore the other adventures of Former Major Ben Hope.So go ahead and enjoy!

Thank you Mr Scott Mariani and Mr Colin Mace. I look forward to meeting you on the next adventure!

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Can’t get enough

I love Mariani books especially when Colin reads them! Only problem is that they finish too soon;) can’t get enough

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