2020
First Published
4.05
Average Rating
266
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Near the end of 1942, more than 100,000 Allied soldiers board transports for what they believe will be a major invasion of Europe. Instead, they land in French North Africa to fight the German Army for the first time. In the midst of the invasion, an M4 Sherman tank rolls into combat. It is manned by a crew of John Austin, the commander; Anthony Russo, the driver; Charles Wade, the gunner; Amos Swanson, the loader; and Eugene Clay, the bow gunner.Cocky and confident in Allied victory, they expect the battle for North Africa to be a cakewalk. Soon, the Germans will teach them the harsh realities of armored warfare. To survive, they'll have to show grit—and learn to work together."If you're looking for a great WW2 historical fiction audiobook about tanks, then you're going to want to check this out." - History X"An instant classic of World War II historical fiction ... brilliantly written, populated with realistic and entirely human characters who stay with you long after finishing the last page, and searingly, unflinchingly open about the realities of combat during World War II as experienced by the crew of an M4 Sherman medium tank." - The Sci-Fi and Fantasy Reviewer"Historically accurate, fun, and action-packed." - Brian's Book Blog
Avg Rating
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Number of Ratings
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Author
Craig DiLouie
Author · 32 books
Craig DiLouie is an author of popular thriller, apocalyptic/horror, and sci-fi/fantasy fiction. In hundreds of reviews, Craig’s novels have been praised for their strong characters, action, and gritty realism. Each book promises an exciting experience with people you’ll care about in a world that feels real. These works have been nominated for major literary awards such as the Bram Stoker Award and Audie Award, translated into multiple languages, and optioned for film. He is a member of the HWA, International Thriller Writers, and IFWA.
