The Destroyers by Douglas Reeman – Unabridged Audiobook
The Destroyers by Douglas Reeman is an unabridged English audiobook set during World War II. Its story follows eight veteran destroyers assigned to raids ahead of the invasion of Occupied Europe, with David Rintoul narrating.
At a glance
- A World War II naval story centred on eight destroyers in raids ahead of the invasion of Occupied Europe.
- Unabridged audio narration by David Rintoul.
Reference price: $25.31
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros
- The unabridged format preserves the full story across an 11-hour, 4-minute listening time.
- The naval wartime premise is paired with a single named narrator, making the audio format and performance credit clear before buying.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Format | Audiobook |
|---|---|
| Version | Unabridged |
| Listening length | 11 hours and 4 minutes |
| Language | English |
| Publication date | 22 December 2015 |
| Publisher | Audible Studios |
| Author | Douglas Reeman |
|---|---|
| Narrator | David Rintoul |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners after an English-language, unabridged World War II naval adventure.
- Audiobook buyers interested in stories involving the Royal Navy and destroyer raids.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback describes the story as captivating and engaging, with action throughout. Feedback also highlights its content and readability, and one customer notes romance alongside parallels to actual Royal Navy events in World War II. This makes the reported appeal relevant to listeners seeking a brisk naval wartime story, though aggregate ratings cannot establish how every listener will respond.
Positive themes
- Customers describe the story as engaging and action-filled.
- Feedback highlights the story, content and readability.
Frequently asked questions
Who wrote and narrates The Destroyers?
The audiobook is by Douglas Reeman and narrated by David Rintoul.
How long is this audiobook?
The listed listening length is 11 hours and 4 minutes.
What is the story about?
It follows eight veteran destroyers assigned to raids intended to open the way for the invasion of Occupied Europe during World War II.
