This channel is perfect! No loud music intro, no music competing with the narrator. Just really good stories, and narration. Love that you use a good range of vocal tones. It makes the stories even more interesting. These are just wonderful bedtime stores. Thank you so much for your work in producing these for us.
Ambler is such an overlooked writer of mystery, crime and espionage books . One of his finest in my opinion is the intriguing’ Mask of Demetrius ‘ that was also made into a classic and iconic ‘ film noir ‘ in the 40’s Hollywood production.
When I introduce a reader to Eric Ambler (which I do often as he is my favorite thriller-writer), I advise starting with the brilliant, culturally insightful _Passage of Arms,_ following up with the comedic _The Light of Day,_ and ending with the amazing and beautiful _Doctor Frigo,_ which somehow manages to sustain itself on atmosphere and character development without any actual violence until the final five percent of the book.
@@2msvalkyrie529 As far back as the 80's that was so. I helped an old man in his classic old cluttered bookshop and was lucky to find several of his books. Henry had bought someone's spy collection and he recommended Ambler and Graham Greene. Happy he did.
I've been a bit under the weather with a sinus attack that's gone into bronchitis. I'm terrible when I'm ill as it is very rare. Thankfully I am backlogged on my listening and now I'm catching up. Listening to you is better medicine by far than a team of doctors. Your detective selections are wonderful. Eric Ambler is time travel of the finest kind.
Why do people here always want to assail us with their personal medical histories? No one cares if you have the sniffles because we don’t know you. Spare us. It’s BORING!
Wow! The author of The Avengers! My mom was 2 years old at the time of this story and grew up in the Il Duce regime. I like references to the history of this period in this region.
@@classicdetectiveOoh, then you have several treats in store! Just wait until you read _Epitaph for a Spy, Passage of Arms, The Light of Day, Dirty Story, The Siege of the Villa Lipp,_ and _Dr. Frigo._
That was a fantastic story and i thoroughly enjoyed your narration (as always!). I especially loved your commentary at the end. I felt all the emotions you spoke of...sympathy, empathy, wonderment at how some can decieve so easily, etc. It was a sad story really. I guess I'm not spy material, lol, but I do like a good spy or detective novel! I can live vicariously through the characters while commiting no harm myself 😄👍 Keep the stories coming, please. I look forward to each new post ❤
Wow…. This story was great, but the very fascinating and insightful commentary afterwards was actually even better. The voice and the detail like old FM radio …. Much appreciation
I didnt know he contributed to the Avengers. One reason it remains very watchable. What an original series of shows it was. Easy to ignore the occasional hokiness of the scenarios, which still see very imaginative and are always well acted.
Ditto also this time. I sometimesattempt to listen to an audio book which as far as I can see you haven't narrated, but after a couple of minutes I cut it off. It isn't YOUR voice. Blame it on late-diagnosed autism/ADHD/CPTSD- whatever, I protest. You ARE the best!!!! :0) The others are good, but not on your level. I can see in the comments that I am not alone in my evaluation. Thank you so much, for your hard work for us, Tony. Much, much appreciated
As others have noticed, this story is incorporated in the Peter Lorre, Sydney Greenstreet 1944 film "The Mask of Dimitrios" ... or am I wrong? Screenwriters Eric Ambler and Frank Gruber. Just watching it, November 2024 and it hit me.
A very interesting story and well read. The beginning did give me the feeling that it was part of a novel. Perhaps you might consider releasing it chapter by chapter? Anyway, thank you for a tale of weakness and manipulation.
I am simply too busy to narrate the whole novel, even chapter by chapter. Though perhaps guest narrators could help, though they may charge more than the story will ever make back.
Do you avoid discussing movies based on the detective stories you share? If you haven’t seen it, please watch 1944 version of Mask of Dimitrios! Sydney Greenstreet, Peter Lorre, Zachary Scott.. cohesive storytelling and great tension! Very noir. You’ll love it! 😍 Thanks for all you do my dear! ❤
Don’t want to appear too para social, but your readings have been an offset during existentially strange times. Absurdity has been my life ring. Anyway, thanks Tony. Good wishes for Ruby.
How did you miss that this great book was made into a movie of the same name in 1944 with an amazing cast including Peter Lorre & Sidney Greenstreet!! Granted, it didn't have great acclaim at the time, but appreciation has grown for it!!
@@classicdetective But we benefit from what you don't miss! Great narration of the story & really enjoyed it. Hope you have a chance to see the movie version someday!
Well they are positive as I assume all the posters are folk who have read Ambler’s works and enjoyed them immensely. I am one of those people that love the book and film and in my opinion is an equal for the ‘Maltese Falcon ‘ or any other highly regarded’ espionage/ crime / suspense novel
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This channel is perfect! No loud music intro, no music competing with the narrator. Just really good stories, and narration. Love that you use a good range of vocal tones. It makes the stories even more interesting. These are just wonderful bedtime stores. Thank you so much for your work in producing these for us.
Glad you like them!
Agree!!!
Ambler is such an overlooked writer of mystery, crime and espionage books . One of his finest in my opinion is the intriguing’ Mask of Demetrius ‘ that was also made into a classic and iconic ‘ film noir ‘ in the 40’s Hollywood production.
When I introduce a reader to Eric Ambler (which I do often as he is my favorite thriller-writer), I advise starting with the brilliant, culturally insightful _Passage of Arms,_ following up with the comedic _The Light of Day,_ and ending with the amazing and beautiful _Doctor Frigo,_ which somehow manages to sustain itself on atmosphere and character development without any actual violence until the final five percent of the book.
Agree ! Why is he so forgotten ?? I
Quite difficult to even find the books ?
@@2msvalkyrie529 As far back as the 80's that was so. I helped an old man in his classic old cluttered bookshop and was lucky to find several of his books. Henry had bought someone's spy collection and he recommended Ambler and Graham Greene. Happy he did.
I've been a bit under the weather with a sinus attack that's gone into bronchitis. I'm terrible when I'm ill as it is very rare. Thankfully I am backlogged on my listening and now I'm catching up. Listening to you is better medicine by far than a team of doctors. Your detective selections are wonderful. Eric Ambler is time travel of the finest kind.
Get well soon
Why do people here always want to assail us with their personal medical histories? No one cares if you have the sniffles because we don’t know you. Spare us. It’s BORING!
Perhaps you can keep us updated on your health issues . How’s the athletes foot doing?
Wow! The author of The Avengers!
My mom was 2 years old at the time of this story and grew up in the Il Duce regime. I like references to the history of this period in this region.
Excellent! A spy story. Well narrated by Tony. Thank you, Tony.
Glad you enjoyed it
Kinda` legal. Great story. Very enjoyable! Thank you for introducing Ambler, new to me. Love your accents, commentary. Masterful as always.😊
Thank you kindly
Absolutely love this! I will be reading more from Eric Ambler Thanks so much
Eric Ambler is great. "The Mask of Dimitrios" is a terrific novel.
Indeed, I love that book. It's the only one of his I've read though...
@@classicdetectiveOoh, then you have several treats in store! Just wait until you read _Epitaph for a Spy, Passage of Arms, The Light of Day, Dirty Story, The Siege of the Villa Lipp,_ and _Dr. Frigo._
Yes it’s a cracking read and I very much enjoyed the film as well
Wonderful story and narration .. always appreciate your commentaries..
Thanks for listening
Yet again, another fab story. ❤
Thank you very much Pauline
Great spy story, great narration, and an introduction to a new (to me) author.
He's a good author indeed
Wow, that lived up to expectations... 👍👍
EVver since I was an adolesent I have found The Mask of Dimitrios fascinating - plus the movie does it justice
Thanks so much. Also the extra insight is really interesting
Glad it was helpful!
A brilliant story with the most brilliant narrator I have ever heard. Thank you ❤
You are very kind indeed
Perfect for a quiet Saturday evening. Great story, and great ending music too!
Aaron kenny does a great job with the music
That was a fantastic story and i thoroughly enjoyed your narration (as always!). I especially loved your commentary at the end. I felt all the emotions you spoke of...sympathy, empathy, wonderment at how some can decieve so easily, etc. It was a sad story really. I guess I'm not spy material, lol, but I do like a good spy or detective novel! I can live vicariously through the characters while commiting no harm myself 😄👍 Keep the stories coming, please. I look forward to each new post ❤
I'm really pleased you are here.
Wow…. This story was great, but the very fascinating and insightful commentary afterwards was actually even better. The voice and the detail like old FM radio …. Much appreciation
I didnt know he contributed to the Avengers. One reason it remains very watchable. What an original series of shows it was. Easy to ignore the occasional hokiness of the scenarios, which still see very imaginative and are always well acted.
PS: Love the music!!!!Perfect selection!👀
The Black Cat by Aaron Kenny
Very much enjoyed that! Thank you! Love to listen while picking stitches for clothing alterations :)
Ditto also this time. I sometimesattempt to listen to an audio book which as far as I can see you haven't narrated, but after a couple of minutes I cut it off. It isn't YOUR voice. Blame it on late-diagnosed autism/ADHD/CPTSD- whatever, I protest. You ARE the best!!!! :0) The others are good, but not on your level. I can see in the comments that I am not alone in my evaluation. Thank you so much, for your hard work for us, Tony. Much, much appreciated
Thanks. Classy!
As others have noticed, this story is incorporated in the Peter Lorre, Sydney Greenstreet 1944 film "The Mask of Dimitrios" ... or am I wrong? Screenwriters Eric Ambler and Frank Gruber. Just watching it, November 2024 and it hit me.
A very interesting story and well read. The beginning did give me the feeling that it was part of a novel. Perhaps you might consider releasing it chapter by chapter? Anyway, thank you for a tale of weakness and manipulation.
I am simply too busy to narrate the whole novel, even chapter by chapter. Though perhaps guest narrators could help, though they may charge more than the story will ever make back.
Do you avoid discussing movies based on the detective stories you share? If you haven’t seen it, please watch 1944 version of Mask of Dimitrios! Sydney Greenstreet, Peter Lorre, Zachary Scott.. cohesive storytelling and great tension! Very noir. You’ll love it! 😍 Thanks for all you do my dear! ❤
No I don’t avoid them ! Thank you for sharing this
@@classicdetective So sorry if that came off sounding disapproving. It was not meant to be!! Love what you do and how you do it 😻
@@maryclasen9168 Not at all. Not for a second
Don’t want to appear too para social, but your readings have been an offset during existentially strange times. Absurdity has been my life ring. Anyway, thanks Tony. Good wishes for Ruby.
Thank you. Ruby is recovering well from her surgery x
Great! Now do some Jules de Grandin stories by Seabury Quinn.
I don't know them. I will take a look
How did you miss that this great book was made into a movie of the same name in 1944 with an amazing cast including Peter Lorre & Sidney Greenstreet!! Granted, it didn't have great acclaim at the time, but appreciation has grown for it!!
I miss many things sadly
@@classicdetective But we benefit from what you don't miss! Great narration of the story & really enjoyed it. Hope you have a chance to see the movie version someday!
I too enjoy his books- do you know of any on RUclips besides this snippet? Any full length ones?
I don’t . I may do a full
one if and when i get time
Any more Eric amblers stories audio book s radio dramas
Analyse John le carre too
Love this narrator! Who is he?
❤🎉😊
Spies as unethical operators would not have appealed to an earlier public. They would have found them un edifying and therefore unsympathetic ?
Good point
I don't understand why there are so many positive comments.
Luckily you’ve redressed the balance
Well they are positive as I assume all the posters are folk who have read Ambler’s works and enjoyed them immensely. I am one of those people that love the book and film and in my opinion is an equal for the ‘Maltese Falcon ‘ or any other highly regarded’ espionage/ crime / suspense novel
Gross, in the American English sense. Yuk!
Oh for God’s sake. At least pronounce Belgrade properly. Bel-GRAHD, short a, not long a.
we say Belgrade in British English the way I did. If I’d pronounced it like you suggest I’d sound like Zsa Zsa Gabor, darlings
It's actually BEO- GRAD......!!
Pedant's Corner is THAT way..👉 !