Operation Napoleon Audiobook

" This actually an earlier book from Indridason, capitalizing on the popularity of his excellent Erlandur series. It's an old-school action thriller similar to those of Alistair MacLean, but manages to throw in a few twists to a familiar formula. yes, the US military is often the villain in these types of things, but here the peculiar and uneasy relationship between the Icelandic people and the American military presence in Iceland spices up the story nicely. Nothing earth-shaking here, and not up to the emotional intensity of Indridason's other books, but a fun read nonetheless. "

" This was originally published in 1999 and not translated and published into British English until 2010, so between the technological time warp between now and then and the halting translation, I felt (or hope) I was missing some of the nuances the author intended. When the mystery finally unfolded the quasi-hero was dead, the heroine was jaded and unemotive, and I was confused about what the big deal was. Still, I turned the pages and enjoyed a quick read. "

" I gave up 3/4 of the way through and skimmed until the ending. It had promise but really did not deliver. I hear his mysteries are really good -- I will give one of those a try. "

" Author steps out of his murder mystery series for a thriller. Interesting premise but plot gets a little implausible. Still a good read. "

" It's a good read, but I enjoy the Erleunder series more. "

" While not life-changing, its plot and characters are engaging. As with other Indridason books, it's fairly brutal in places without really smashing you in the eyes with it. Nice nod to everyone's favourite Icelandic detective too. "

" Indridason changed points of view. This is a real "thriller" set 1945 to present. Still in Iceland. Much more graphic. Previous main characters identifiable but not identified. It was a tricky story but I'm not as interested in political spy stories. "

" Enjoyable nonsense, with Americans as the baddies! "

" It was ok. Not sure why I didn't love it. Will have to think about it. I finished the book but... "

" Don't bother. Extremely tenuous story line that attains nothing of the subtlety of his other great novels. I6 has some "Indiana jones" moments but this aint Speilberg... "

" While I wouldn't compare the author to Stieg Larsson, this is a page turner thriller with a historical fictional story under it. On the flip site, the stereotypes used (like bumbling Icelandic police detectives, Americans behaving badly, and more) make the story less enjoyable. "

" Very enjoyable, shouldn't have waited so long to read one of his books "

" It was a nice distraction from the Erlendur series, and there was a really good plot here, but I still prefer the Erlendur books from Indridason. "

" This book provides exciting settings and action. However, much of it stretches your imagination in believability. Also, not sure why the people of Iceland would view Americans as such villains. Good adventure, shallow on content. "

" A bit different from his Reykjavik Mysteries (not as well written) - but does pose an interesting theory and a look at the USA from an Icelandic's point of view...(goodness - but we are just big bad bullies in this story). "

" I'm a big fan or Indidason, & wasn't disappointed by this novel. Loved the historical background involved. A real thriller. Highly recommend it! "

" I really like Indridason's books, and although this wasn't on of his usual Erlandur stories, it was a good one. Reading more like a Tom Clancy story, it is full of conspiracies, intrigue and throat-catching suspense. I prefer his other books, but enjoyed this one too. "

" Listened to this on audio and it just about scared the tar out of me. The brutality was amazing. Written by an Icelander and I did not realize how much they disliked the US. "