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Sharpe's Devil: Napoleon and South America, 1820-1821 Audiobook
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From New York Times bestselling author Bernard Cornwell, another exciting adventure in the world-renowned Sharpe series, chronicling the rise of Richard Sharpe, a Private in His Majesty’s Army at the siege of Seringapatam.
Five years after the Battle of Waterloo, Sharpe’s peaceful retirement in Normandy is shattered. An old friend, Don Blas Vivar, is missing in Chile, reported dead at rebel hands – a report his wife refuses to believe. She appeals to Sharpe to find out the truth.
Sharpe, along with Patrick Harper, find themselves bound for Chile via St. Helena, where they have a fateful meeting with the fallen Emperor Napoleon. Convinced that they are on their way to collect a corpse, neither man can imagine that dangers that await them in Chile…
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"There's no way I would've read something like this normally. Never quite got the ITV historical drama with Sean Bean, but my father-in-law recommended it and being a fan of the Flashman books (which does the same 'putting a fictional character into real events' kinda thing) I was willing to give it a go. And I have to say it's blooming marvellous. A rip-roaring read."
— Ben (5 out of 5 stars)
Sharpe's Devil Listener Reviews
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" Fantastic read, Sharpe is sooo cool and I just love the books. "
— Ingrid, 2/8/2014 -
" The last Sharpe novel, chronologically, and for me, the most disappointing. The story wasn't as engaging as the earlier stories, and it seems that Bernard Cornwell was just going through the motions with this one. Undoubtedly he is capable of writing much better, and I'm glad that the rest of the Sharpe books were such a pleasure to read. If you've read the previous 20 Sharpe books, then of course you'll read this one as well, and while it's far from being bad, it won't hit you between the eyes like some of the others. "
— Rick, 1/16/2014 -
" full of adventures ,i like it "
— Esraasamir, 1/14/2014 -
" The final Richard Sharpe book, set in 1820 Chile, begins with a meeting with Napolean in his final exile. "
— Nathan, 1/5/2014 -
" Bernard Cornwell brings a good story & History together wonderfully. "
— Stacy, 1/5/2014 -
" A brilliant book telling of life in the navy and life in general as an adventurer during the Napoleonic era. "
— Ria, 11/13/2013 -
" I just love Thomas Cochrane. how sad to have read all the Sharpe books now. "
— Nan, 10/15/2013 -
" Now that I have read all of the books in the series I am sadly wanting for more. The series ended too soon and I want the series to continue. Great books and this lives up to my expectations. This series is a must read! "
— Adam, 9/4/2013 -
" After the Napoleonic wars, the British had a ready-made force that they used to influence world events anywhere they could reach with their navy. One such place was South America, and they did their best to thwart Spanish influence in the 'new world'... "
— Glenn, 9/2/2013 -
" great author who interweaves history into a story that is easily followed and hard to put down "
— Jason, 8/23/2013 -
" The 20th or 21st in the series... a good book but I'm glad I'm through! "
— Greg, 10/1/2012 -
" A nice close to the Sharpe series for those who are wondering how the heck such a soldier could possibly settle down after Waterloo. "
— Jane, 7/27/2012 -
" The Richard Sharpe series is a magnificent work of historical fiction. Bernard Cornwell has written an amazing series following Sharpe from a private in India to a Lt. Colonel at Waterloo and then a civilian farmer. "
— Hazel, 5/22/2012 -
" enjoyed it immensely. Sharpe in South America!! Napoleon rising!! "
— Scott, 12/14/2011 -
" Napoleon is exiled to St Helena and the war in Europe is over. That does not mean that the world is at peace and Richard Sharpe is off to Chile to find a friend lost in a Chilean war for independence from Spain. The last book in the series and it is time to say good bye to Sharpe. Makes me sad. "
— Oleg, 11/6/2011 -
" As usual, Cornwell brings history alive, this time in Chile. Sharpe's Devil is the story of Chilean Admiral Thomas Cochrane's campaign to drive the Spanish out of Chile during its revolution, with Sharpe and Harper's help of course. "
— Bill, 10/19/2011 -
" As usual, Cornwell brings history alive, this time in Chile. <em>Sharpe's Devil</em> is the story of Chilean Admiral Thomas Cochrane's campaign to drive the Spanish out of Chile during its revolution, with Sharpe and Harper's help of course. "
— Bill, 6/26/2011 -
" That's it, after this there are no more. (unless Cornwell takes pity on us and sharpens his pencil - see what I did there?) <br/> <br/>Not one of the better stories, although it's nice to get a bit of Sharpe after the whole Peninsular War thing. "
— Sho, 3/26/2011 -
" Love the battle, tactics, camaraderie, and the history. "
— Kathy, 8/30/2010 -
" Very good, slow to start though "
— Richard, 6/27/2010 -
" full of adventures ,i like it "
— Esraasamir, 3/8/2010 -
" The 20th or 21st in the series... a good book but I'm glad I'm through! "
— Mr., 2/1/2010 -
" The final book in the series and one of the best. "
— Ross, 10/19/2009 -
" I just love Thomas Cochrane. how sad to have read all the Sharpe books now. "
— Nan, 10/9/2009 -
" Bernard Cornwell uses his usual blend of wit, excitement and immaculate historical detail to produce a fantastic and entertaining read. <br/> <br/>Anyone who likes well-researched, well-written historical fiction MUST read Cornwell! "
— Rachael, 1/2/2009 -
" A brilliant book telling of life in the navy and life in general as an adventurer during the Napoleonic era. "
— Ria, 3/1/2008 -
" After the Napoleonic wars, the British had a ready-made force that they used to influence world events anywhere they could reach with their navy. One such place was South America, and they did their best to thwart Spanish influence in the 'new world'... "
— Glenn, 8/10/2007
About Bernard Cornwell
Bernard Cornwell, born in London, worked for the BBC and Thames Television before coming to the United States to write full time. His sweeping historical novels, including the acclaimed Richard Sharpe series and many more, make him a number one bestselling author in the United Kingdom and around the world. He is the author of the acclaimed New York Times bestselling Saxon Tales series, which serves as the basis for the hit television series The Last Kingdom.
About Rupert Farley
Rupert Farley is an actor from the United Kingdom. He has had various roles in movies such as Shakespeare in Love, From Hell, and Mrs. Brown. He is best known for his voice-acting work, which includes TV advertisements and animation.