

#57488
Mentioned in 1 episodes
The Eagle Has Landed
Book • 1900
"The Eagle Has Landed" is a World War II thriller centered on a daring German plot to kidnap Winston Churchill.
A paratrooper unit, led by Colonel Kurt Steiner, is dispatched to England with the mission of abducting the Prime Minister.
As the plan unfolds, the soldiers encounter unexpected resistance and moral dilemmas, challenging their loyalty to the Nazi regime.
Higgins weaves a tale of espionage, bravery, and conflicting ideologies, set against the backdrop of wartime Britain.
The novel's suspenseful narrative and complex characters have made it a classic of the genre.
Its exploration of duty and conscience continues to resonate with readers.
A paratrooper unit, led by Colonel Kurt Steiner, is dispatched to England with the mission of abducting the Prime Minister.
As the plan unfolds, the soldiers encounter unexpected resistance and moral dilemmas, challenging their loyalty to the Nazi regime.
Higgins weaves a tale of espionage, bravery, and conflicting ideologies, set against the backdrop of wartime Britain.
The novel's suspenseful narrative and complex characters have made it a classic of the genre.
Its exploration of duty and conscience continues to resonate with readers.
Mentioned by
Mentioned in 1 episodes
Mentioned by ![undefined]()

as the book that opened the world of reading to him.

Rob Wilkins

Ep 5: Terry Pratchett and Nicola Coughlan
Mentioned by ![undefined]()

as a genre-defining thriller that has sold many copies and is being republished.

Sam Leith

Book Club: Peter James


