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If the Dead Rise Not

A Bernie Gunther Novel

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If the Dead Rise Not

By: Philip Kerr
Narrated by: Paul Hecht
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The best-selling author of 20 novels, Philip Kerr has won a devoted following - and there are none more ardent than those who devour his Bernie Gunther series. In 1934, Bernie found himself in Berlin, where he was caught up in intrigue surrounding Hitler, America, and the upcoming Olympiad. Two decades later, Bernie surfaces in Havana. But an old associate has appeared there as well - and might spell trouble of a decidedly deadly nature.

©2010 Philip Kerr (P)2010 Recorded Books, LLC Crime Fiction Fiction Historical Fiction Mystery Police Procedural Suspense Thriller & Suspense Crime
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Compelling Storyline • Twisty Plot • Excellent Narration • Historical Intrigue • Noir Storytelling • Sardonic Reading

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I am hooked on Bernie Gunther and his improbable escapades. I still prefer John Lee as a narrator, finding Hecht's "vocal fry" rather grating.
But this is a compelling series and I just have to get through all 12 books!

I'm hooked on the series... but this was DEPRESSING!

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I'm fascinated how the author has developed Bernie Günther's character throughout the decades of the 20th century and wove them into historical events. Bravo Philip Kerr!

Brilliant story line

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I loved this narrative web the author wove across locales and timelines. The characters were memorable and the protagonist is forever seared in my mind among the great leads in the mystery/crime cannon.

The Dead Do Rise

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Kerr's ability to keep wending Bernie's past and present through the upheavals of history and the sordid trials of a man's life are what make this series the grand and sprawling accomplishment it's become. And the narration is spot on. Bernie lives in your head and the whole sky lights up.

Kerr keeps getting deeper as a story teller.

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Kerr is a wonder - the Bernie Gunther books are in an entirely different league; literate, stylish, historically intriguing. Skip M. Connelly and J.L. Burke - this is the best you will find. I only wish Audible would get around to adding in the "The Quiet Flame" (not to mention all of Jim Thompson's work).

Best Noir/Mystery writer since Jim Thompson

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