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nicjohnston's review against another edition
3.0
A solid 3*. As a fan of Malcolm Gladwell and someone who enjoys a WWII book, I was looking forward to The Bomber Mafia.
I was disappointed. Pulling together strands about bombing during the war, the overall story is fairly interesting but the novel felt a bit rambly and wasn’t something which grabbed me. At a simple level it lacked a definitive beginning, middle and end. Perhaps it’s me and not the book. I was anticipating Gladwell’s Revionist History meets Ben McIntyre.
The production value of the audiobook is superb.
I was disappointed. Pulling together strands about bombing during the war, the overall story is fairly interesting but the novel felt a bit rambly and wasn’t something which grabbed me. At a simple level it lacked a definitive beginning, middle and end. Perhaps it’s me and not the book. I was anticipating Gladwell’s Revionist History meets Ben McIntyre.
The production value of the audiobook is superb.
lekakis's review against another edition
1.0
I hated the author before this, and reading this book didn’t change my opinion. Haters gonna hate but this book is terrible.
justcallmeemily's review against another edition
funny
informative
inspiring
medium-paced
4.5
This felt like watching a documentary or a video essay. I definitely recommend the audiobook.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Fire/Fire injury, and War
Moderate: Racism and Violence
cari1268's review against another edition
3.0
I saw Malcolm Gladwell's name and checked this out. Much to my surprise, this was a history book. I know, the title should have given it away but it's Malcolm Gladwell. The Bomber Mafia wasn't my favorite. There was too much jumping around and I felt a little lost most of the time. I read history books from time to time but I am not well-versed in World War II military tactics, leaders and airplanes. Maybe those who are more knowledgable would enjoy The Bomber Mafia more than I did.
The last hour of listening was my favorite. I didn't feel confused and I was invested. If the whole book would have been like that, I would have enjoyed it a lot more.
I did like the format of this audio book. It was an experience. There was background music and lots of clips from interviews.
3 Stars.
The last hour of listening was my favorite. I didn't feel confused and I was invested. If the whole book would have been like that, I would have enjoyed it a lot more.
I did like the format of this audio book. It was an experience. There was background music and lots of clips from interviews.
3 Stars.
lyonsmw's review against another edition
4.0
A buzzy, quick read from Malcolm Gladwell, looking at some key events from WWII from a different angle. Written in a conversational style (makes sense since it was originally planned as a podcast), it’s an easy read, offering some insights into the thinking of those leading epic battles. It’s thought-provoking.
athenap93's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
5.0