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Battleground

The Corps, Book 4

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Battleground

By: W. E. B. Griffin
Narrated by: Dick Hill
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The story of one of the bloodiest conflicts of the Pacific, the epic struggle for Guadalcanal. Daredevil pilot Charles Galloway learns the hard way to command a fighter squadron. Lieutenant Joe Howard teams up with the Coastwatchers. Jack 'No Middle Initial' Stecker leads his infantry battalion into the thickest of the fighting, at a terrible price. And Navy Captain Pickering grabs a helmet and a rifle to join the ranks at Guadalcanal....

©2012 W.E.B. Griffin (P)2012 Brilliance Audio, Inc.
Genre Fiction Historical Military Thriller & Suspense War & Military Fiction Fantasy War Paranormal US Air Force Suspense
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“Like his other books, Battleground is hard to put down - and once you’ve turned the last page you can’t help but look forward to the next installment.” ( The Orlando Sentinel)

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The Audiobook "battleground" By W.e.b. Griffin Is Praised For Its Engaging Storyline, Detailed Characters, Compelling Narrative, Immersive Storytelling, And Realistic Portrayal Of World War Ii Events And Experiences. However, Some Listeners Found The Repetitive Content From Previous Books, Slow Pacing, And Excessive Backstory To Be Drawbacks. The Book Delves Into Themes Of World War Ii, Military Fiction, Historical Fiction, Character-driven Stories, And The Experiences Of Those Involved In The War. Overall, It Continues Griffin's Popular Military Fiction Series With A Focus On The Characters And Their Perspectives During The War.
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Very good entry in great series

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

I would recommend this book to anyone who is interested in WWII. I have read/listened to many of W E B Griffin's military books and have loved them all. This one is right up there in his style of building a story around a number of different characters in different phases of the War and keeping the listener interested in all of them. Looking forward to downloading more from this series.

What other book might you compare Battleground to and why?

All of his WWII, Korean and after books are quite interesting and enjoyable to listen to

Which character – as performed by Dick Hill – was your favorite?

Capt Pickerin is a favorite in many of these books. Killer McCoy didn't have a big role in this book but he is a favorite of mine.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Not a laughing or crying type book but when some of the regular characters are lost in the war, I feel like I've lost a friend.

Any additional comments?

Read all of this series, you will enjoy it.

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Battleground

Another excellent book in W.E.B. Griffins Corp series. Mr. Dick Bill just may be the best narrator I've ever listened to. A good narrator makes a world of difference when listening to an audio book.

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Details

Great detail. Great historical information. Good character development and good storyline. Enjoyable to listen to.

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A great book

A very easy to listen to plot line. the characters are realm and the author takes good csare of them. A great read in the series, I highly recommend the book.

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Even your Clearance won't protect you

John M. Moore learned how to speak Japanese and had learned the culture. Know the culture can also help the Marine corps.

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A Geat Story

The Corp series is one of the besyvseries i have ever listened to. One of WEB Griffins best if not the best.

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Semper Fi

I listen to the series every couple years. I have all of them on cassette. That long ago.

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Great Series BUT...

This is a great series but it is frustrating to listen to without a break in between books. The author does a great job giving the backstory from the previous books which works well in print is tedious to listen to on Audible. Dick Hill has to be the finest performer I have heard. His various voices are credible and consistent and he brings the story to life. He and W.E.G make a great team.

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Love it, good book great series

I love the story and Dick Hill is fantastic as the reader. I have listened to this whole series many many times..😎

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totally enjoyed the book starting to understand w

now I understand why I started reading these books the characters are awesome I need a few more words

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