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When Eight Bells Toll

Alistair MacLean
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When Eight Bells Toll

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005

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Alistair MacLean

When Eight Bells Toll

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2005
Book Details
Pages

284

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Historical Fiction

Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Setting

Scotland • 1960s

Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

When Eight Bells Toll by Alistair MacLean follows a British secret agent tasked with recovering stolen gold bullion from hijacked ships off the Scottish coast. The narrative combines suspense, danger, and maritime adventure as the protagonist navigates treacherous waters, facing complex adversaries while unraveling the mystery.

Suspenseful

Adventurous

Mysterious

Dark

Gritty

Reviews & Readership

4.1

9,100 ratings

72%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

When Eight Bells Toll by Alistair MacLean is praised for its fast-paced, action-packed narrative and immersive sea settings. Readers appreciate the author's knack for suspense and intrigue. However, some critique the novel for underdeveloped characters and predictability. Overall, it remains a favorite for those who enjoy classic thrillers packed with adventure.

Who should read this

Who Should Read When Eight Bells Toll?

A fan of fast-paced, suspenseful thrillers with a maritime setting and clever plot twists would relish Alistair MacLean's When Eight Bells Toll. Comparable to Ian Fleming's James Bond novels and John le Carré's espionage tales, it appeals to those who enjoy action, intrigue, and resourceful protagonists.

4.1

9,100 ratings

72%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

284

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Historical Fiction

Horror & Suspense

Mystery & Crime Fiction
Setting

Scotland • 1960s

Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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