Beirut Station audiobook by Paul Vidich
Beirut Station is a Paul Vidich espionage thriller audiobook set in Lebanon during the 2006 Israel–Hezbollah war. It follows CIA officer Analise as a joint operation against a Hezbollah figure develops into a threat to her own safety.
At a glance
- Espionage plot centred on a young Lebanese-American CIA officer in wartime Beirut.
- The story explores competing intelligence-agency motives and Analise's growing isolation.
- Unabridged audio presentation narrated by Amber Townsend.
Reference price: £14.05
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros
- The audiobook offers a defined listening commitment of 7 hours and 34 minutes.
- Customer feedback praises the character development, plot, writing and political context.
Cons
- Customer feedback reports mixed reactions to the pacing, with some finding it slow.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Author | Paul Vidich |
|---|---|
| Narrator | Amber Townsend |
| Listening length | 7 hours and 34 minutes |
| Program type | Audiobook |
| Version | Unabridged |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | QUEST from W. F. Howes Ltd |
| Publication date | 5 Dec. 2024 |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners seeking an espionage thriller set against the political and wartime context of Lebanon in 2006.
- Audiobook listeners who prefer an unabridged English recording with a named narrator.
Less suited to
- Listeners who strongly prefer consistently fast pacing, as feedback on this book's pace is mixed.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback highlights the engaging plot, developed characters, writing and political context of the story. Pacing draws mixed reactions, with some finding it slow. For listeners choosing a 7-hour-and-34-minute espionage audiobook, that difference may matter if they prefer a consistently brisk plot.
Positive themes
- Customers praise the plot and character development.
- Customers appreciate the writing and the political context.
Mixed feedback
- Pacing receives mixed reactions, with some customers describing it as slow.
Frequently asked questions
Who wrote and narrates Beirut Station?
The listed author is Paul Vidich and the narrator is Amber Townsend.
How long is the audiobook?
The listed listening length is 7 hours and 34 minutes.
What is the story about?
Set in Lebanon in 2006, it follows CIA officer Analise during an operation involving the CIA and Mossad, as she suspects the mission has a hidden motive and becomes a target.
Is this an abridged recording?
The listing identifies the audiobook version as unabridged.
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