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The Godfather of British Crime
- Narrated by: Nick Reynolds
- Length: 14 hrs and 15 mins
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The Godfather of British Crime
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Summary
To Britain's criminal underworld, Freddie Foreman is the Godfather. Held responsible for the gangland killings of Ginger Marks and Frank 'The Mad Axeman' Mitchell, he was the punisher to those who broke the underworld's strict code of conduct.
Foreman's dramatic kidnap and arrest for Britain's biggest cash robbery made headlines around the world, yet this daring raid was just the peak of the safe-blowing, bank-robbing career that spanned decades. His story is a fascinating, yet chilling account of life as a freelance enforcer for the Kray twins, and as London's most feared gangster.
Bloodshed aside, Freddie's often humorous stories reveal a caring man who believes that violence is a last resort and who always treated people with respect. Revealed in these pages are the amazing details of the heists, the double crossings, the shoot-outs and the betrayals that accompanied life as a career criminal when the streets were controlled by fear. Exposed are the audacious plans behind the century's most famous crimes, the damning evidence of police corruption and the eye-opening events that gave Freddie this most revered reputation.
Narrated for you by his own godson, Nick Reynolds.
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- Terry
- 06-02-24
Totally brilliant
This was the best book I have listened to in ages. Could happily listen to it over and again.
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- Anonymous User
- 24-04-24
One of the Chaps
Great detail and story and Nicks voice was perfect for it.
Listened to many similar and books and this is in my top 5
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- leo streat
- 24-02-24
One of the Chaps
Thoroughly enjoyed this one, well narrated . Lots of good stories. If you like this genre , go for it.
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- DEANO
- 25-07-24
Freddie the Foreman
Wasn’t gonna bother with this book but gave it a go cause the Reynolds lad is a good narrator.
Anyway glad I gave it a listen as it was a decent book
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- RickyRayFitz
- 05-03-24
A classic life story
A real villain’s tale of life, the law and prison. I recommend this book to anyone interested in the life of real villains with honour, a code and respect
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- Steve K
- 05-05-24
Enjoyable Listen
I'm not one for glorifying gangsters. I got this to use up credits and enjoyed it
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- Noah
- 02-09-24
Loved it
Great listen.... What a life you had
Thank you the fantastic book
Very enjoyable read get it in your library 😎😎😎😎
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- Keith Jammy Robertson
- 22-03-24
What a life....Fred Foreman
Nick Reynolds is a brilliant narrator. He has the perfect voice for covering the London Crime era..an excellent book
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- Anonymous User
- 29-01-24
Excellent
Always had respect for Fred Foreman, a gripping story throughout. Sometimes sad Sometimes hilarious. A lot of wasted years away but i suppose that comes with the territory.
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- David sanderson
- 04-07-24
Brilliant book 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
What a life enjoy your retirement Fred you deserve it a true gentleman they should make a film of your life and let your son Jamie play the part 🤞👍👍👍👍👍👍
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