The Wager
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The Wager

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SKU: 9781471183706

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In 1742, a ramshackle vessel of castaways washed ashore in Brazil. They were survivors of the British warship Wager, which wrecked on a desolate island. Their tales of mutiny and murder captured the nation’s attention. From David Grann, the author of Killers of the Flower Moon comes this epic tale of survival. A must-read historical true crime thriller.

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  • ISBN-13: 9781471183706
  • Publisher: SIMON & SCHUSTER PB
  • Binding: Paperback
  • No of Pages: 368
  • Weight: 317 gr
  • ISBN-10: 147118370X
  • Publisher Date: 01 Apr 2020
  • Height: 196 mm
  • Spine Width: 29 mm
  • Width: 129 mm

23 reviews for The Wager

  1. Aniket –

    Wow! What a fantastic book, Grann is an expert writer. This is one of my favorites by far.

  2. Himanshu Saini –

    An interesting story but the book dragged a little in places. Worth a read if you like historical non-fiction.

  3. Navneet Kumar –

    A decent read, but not as captivating as I had hoped. The writing felt a bit disjointed at times.

  4. Parth Khatter –

    The Wager is a harrowing tale, well-researched and compelling. I found some sections a bit slow, but overall a worthwhile read.

  5. Nakul Awasthi –

    Couldn’t put it down! The suspense and drama are incredible. A must-read for history buffs and anyone who enjoys a good adventure story.

  6. Aditya Agarwal –

    A bit slow to start, but once the action begins, it’s hard to stop reading. Overall, a worthwhile and informative read.

  7. Bhukiya Sai Shreya –

    Excellent book! Grann’s storytelling is masterful. The descriptions of the hardships faced by the crew are vivid and unforgettable.

  8. Vaishnavi Baranwal –

    Grann is such a great author! This book had me on the edge of my seat. Loved every page and would recommend.

  9. Dhroopad Verma –

    A gripping true story, though the sheer number of characters was hard to keep track of at times. Still, a fascinating look at survival against all odds.

  10. Geetanshi Kandwal –

    A good historical account, but I struggled to connect with the characters. The plot felt somewhat convoluted at times.

  11. Rithvik Sahini –

    This book was incredible and so well written. You won’t want to put it down. A fantastic account!

  12. Gitansh Bhola –

    Absolutely brilliant! A thrilling and informative account of a real-life disaster. Grann is a master storyteller.

  13. Janardan Singh Patel –

    David Grann has done it again. I could not put this book down! A wonderful blend of history and suspense.

  14. Kishor Singh –

    A bit too detailed for my taste, but I appreciate the thorough research. The story itself is quite remarkable.

  15. Alan P Geo –

    While the story is interesting, I found the writing style a bit dry. It felt more like a history textbook than a thrilling narrative.

  16. Amaan Iqbal –

    A bit too detailed for my liking. Though the story was interesting, it took me too long to read.

  17. Vandana Jain –

    Grann’s best yet! A truly captivating and immersive read. The Wager is a story that will stay with you long after you finish it.

  18. Hemant Holani –

    What a harrowing and impressive story of survival and deceit. A must read for any historical enthusiast!

  19. Yash Sharma –

    I found this one hard to get into. Too many characters. I also thought it dragged a little in the middle.

  20. Dharmraj Chaprajbhai Ulava –

    I enjoyed it, but I have read better by this author. I did find it a little boring.

  21. Soumya Chandhok –

    I have mixed feeling about this one. Overall a solid read but not his best book.

  22. Parth Sondager –

    Grann does it again! Another captivating read. The details of the shipwreck are intense and disturbing. Highly recommend!

  23. Prashant –

    I was hooked from the first page. The Wager is a thrilling and tragic story of survival and betrayal. Highly recommended!

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