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No Way Out

Brexit: From the Backstop to Boris

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No Way Out

By: Tim Shipman
Narrated by: Rupert Farley
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THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER

'Meticulously sourced, merciless and revelatory. It is a closely observed study of power, and how it is gained, used and lost' FINANCIAL TIMES

The unmissable next instalment of Tim Shipman’s #1 bestselling Brexit quartet.

To follow his bestselling books All Out War and Fall Out, this book launches off from 2017 to offer an unflinching, unfiltered account of some of the most turbulent years of British politics.

In the company of all the key players and with countless never-before-revealed insights, No Way Out traces the unprecedented disasters and triumphs of Theresa May’s tenure. Spun with characteristic wit and wisdom, Shipman tells the story of May’s three great negotiations – first, with her cabinet, then with the EU and finally with parliament – and chronicles her fall in thrilling detail.

This is the ultimate insider narrative to three of the most turbulent and impactful years of government, revealing the strategies, gambles, mistakes, mindsets and scandals that have shaped and shaken Britain.

As always, political insider and chief political commentator for the Sunday Times Tim Shipman unleashes a slew of insight – and gossip – to reveal the democratic drama as it really happened.

©2017 Phillipa Ashley (P)2017 HarperCollins Publishers Ltd 21st Century Europe Great Britain Modern Politics & Government Military

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A compelling listen for anyone who wants to know more about the chaos that engulfed Britain's government and parliament during the latter part of Theresa May's premiership. The book benefits from unparalleled insights into the thoughts and actions of those involved, thanks to Shipman's extensive sources across Westminster.

However, Shipman is a journalist, not a historian, which has a couple of consequences. Firstly, anyone expecting any kind of coherent analysis as to why things unfolded the way they did will be disappointed. What analysis there is, is inevitably coloured by the second point.

Secondly, in common with many political journalists, Shipman's account is more sympathetic towards his sources. For example, there is a lengthy passage devoted to explaining the notorious episode where Chris Grayling gave a ferry contract to a company that didn't own any ferries, and why it wasn't such a blunder after all. By contrast, when discussing Jeremy Corbyn's much-ridiculed suggestion that the UK send novichok samples to Russia for testing, he never once points out that this was in line with international guidelines on the handling of chemical weapons incidents.

However, if you appreciate the book for what it is - essentially a memoir penned by some of the protagonists, keen to paint themselves in the best possible light - then it is a valuable listen even for those who followed the events closely as they happened. As an audiobook, it is well narrated and flows well.

Compelling, but has its limitations

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At long last Shipman's Brexit Saga continues, I have been waiting for this book for almost five years now and it lives up to my expectations.

Thoroughly recommend but this isn't really one which you can jump into as your first. For the best experience you will have to go back to "All Out War" and move on from there

This was always going to be the most difficult to approach in the Saga with most of the plot revolving around backroom conniving in Westminster and Brussels, still Shipman has managed to once more create an engaging and enlightening piece of political documentation. I have particularly enjoyed the increased amounts of retrospection in this book, a product no doubt of the delayed release and evolution from a simple trilogy into a four part saga.

As always Farlay's narration is on point and enrapturing, with a good pace and variation in tone and impressions. Something sadly missing in too many of the political histories that I have been filling the gap with.

I do, before I go onto the final book, have a few hangups over the final stretch. Clearly there was a lot to cover in this volume and it is truly worth it, but my main hang up going into "OUT" is, will there be enough "Brexit content"? This book finishes with the arrival of Boris, but I wonder if there is enough Brexit information to fill another Volume of assumedly comparative size. I'll know soon I suppose.

Worth the wait

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I could write a long review here but the summary is all you need - if you are remotely interested in politics and understanding what lay behind the decisions (mess) of the May government - read this. Excellent

The third book continues the theme of being essential listening

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Just the facts, honestly told. Utterly intriguing - an insight into the underbelly of British Politics.

Best British political writer

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Another pitiful look behind the scenes of the Brexit negotiations. The shambolic mess of Teresa May and the remainer Parliament that were to blame for the 3 years of chaos.
Brexit should have been a golden opportunity to sort Britain out but instead, because of the above we are now still hampered by an agreement, 90% agreed under May that we will spend years moving away from, or even closer back to.
I suppose we can say that we are now the only genuine fully democratic sovereign country in the whole of Western Europe or would be if we leave the ECHR and return to a democratic rule of law.
Brexit is still a process, not an event and we are slowly edging ourselves to a better future. The Trans pacific trade membership membership and AUKUS defence.
I am sure the people of Ukraine would appreciate that the UK could act without eu agreement before Russia even launched its invasion without seeking an eu common approach. Well done UK.

Well worth the wait

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Whilst I know and remember so much of the story, it was great to hear it all pieced together and with such detailed insight. It’s such a sorry tale and one which could have been avoided. Well worth reading what will forever be a moment in our history. Looking forward to the next instalment! A must read for anyone who loves politics or history.

Fascinating insights - a must read

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Absolutely loved the whole thing. I actually booked a day off twice but cancelled them due to delayed publication! Very much worth the wait and I look forward to the final volume!

Wonderful

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I’ve listened to all three volumes thus far and I’ve learned more about how contemporary politicians think, behave and act than I thought possible. I would put these books on every A Level Politics syllabus. Superb.

Essential Listening

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Waited a long time for book 3 but it’s been well worth the wait. An essential read for anyone who’s interested in the detail of the Brexit process. Brilliantly narrated again by Rupert Farley who has managed to add another dimension to the three books (to date). I’ve dropped one star as I felt the impartiality of the two previous books was slightly less evident. There seemed to be an intentionally limited criticism of Johnson and his behaviours. All in all an excellent listen, roll on book 4!

Essential reading

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the author is pretty even handed on most issues but areas around Corbyn seem one sided and lazy.

More biased than the first two

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