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The Escape Company [Kindle Edition]

Steve Farndon
4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)

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Written in the first person, Escape Company. begins with two men bound together by the same experience. With both of their wives in prison, they are fired with the same idea—how to get their ladies out.

The idea becomes an obsession, with meticulous planning involving prison routines, deadlocks, and security cameras, not to mention razor wire and some very unfriendly dogs.

Our two heroes spring their wives successfully and the idea occurs to them to form a limited company—limited to certain prisoners who merit release. So Escape Company. is born, a dedicated team of lawbreakers whose services are provided to inmates with large amounts of cash.

There are rules of course. Terrorists, sex offenders, and psychos can stay where they are, but anybody else? Well, each case is decided on its own merits.

Could such a scenario possibly work? Of course not…oh, but there was that breakout from Parkhurst not so long ago.

Wasn’t there some incident at Barlinnie? Then, if you remember, there was all that hoohah at the Scrubs…. No, it couldn’t possibly work. Escape Company is pure fiction…isn’t it?

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  • Format: Kindle Edition
  • File Size: 626 KB
  • Print Length: 289 pages
  • Sold by: Amazon Media EU S.à r.l.
  • Language: English
  • ASIN: B005GFM6Z6
  • Text-to-Speech: Enabled
  • X-Ray: Not Enabled
  • Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #160,999 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)
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3.0 out of 5 stars Samantha Bates PNR Author 30 Nov 2011
Format:Kindle Edition
A unique and intriguing twist on the escape theme; looking at different prisons across England really lends a realistic element that helps this book stand out. The recon detail seems so realistic; you can't help but wonder if the authorities have looked into these seemingly obvious escape plans.
The only downside to this novel is the lack of emotional ties between characters. The whole situation comes from the need to be reunited with wives, yet they then proceed to show little understanding of what real love is. There are also some slight inconsistencies.

This book would be one I would recommend for anyone who is interested in crime genre novels and would rate it a 3/5.
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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars This book clearly lives up to its name! 17 Nov 2011
Format:Kindle Edition
THE ESCAPE COMPANY clearly lives up to its name. Not only is it the name of the mastermind group that seemingly can spring anyone from even the most formidable prisons in the UK, but it also is great company when reading to escape, for relaxation's sake. The characters are fun to know, and their detailed prison-break capers are quite creative. The Escape Company's constant throng of clients keeps making each job much more formidable, but no obstacles, no matter how seemingly impossible to overcome, seem to faze them as they go about their business. Even living the good life in Spain, with all the money they will ever need, cannot stop them from upping the ante one more time. If you want company while you read to escape, then I recommend you read THE ESCAPE COMPANY.
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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars A good debut novel 2 Oct 2011
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A good debut novel with distinctive character and charm. Very entertaining but with a few too many clichés and not quite enough background on the lead characters. The story line keeps you reading as the protagonists hatch the various escapes.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars Good escapist fun.
Not at all bad for a first effort - entertaining and reasonably amusing, although some of the characters are possibly a bit too larger than life. Read more
Published 1 month ago by tepeethetroll
4.0 out of 5 stars Don't take too seriously
It was an interesting read, as long as you didn't take it too seriously. You have to accept the premise that it is OK to release convicted crimals from prison, and one hopes that... Read more
Published 8 months ago by DJW13
4.0 out of 5 stars Amiable Romp, Ideal Holiday Fare
This is an amiable easy reading romp ideal for holidays, and since I was on holiday with nothing to do but read, I enjoyed it. Read more
Published 10 months ago by P. F. May
3.0 out of 5 stars Frustratingly enjoyable
Frustrating because it really shouldn't work. The escape plots come off ludicrously easily. The conversion of the smarmy git was too easy. Read more
Published 10 months ago by J. Gillespie
4.0 out of 5 stars An engaging and funny action novel
The pace is quick and it is obvious that the author has thoroughly researched his topic. Events are well thought out and detailed. Read more
Published 13 months ago by roseshadows
4.0 out of 5 stars Light hearted prison caper
While slightly immoral and highly illegal I actually really liked the premise for the book and wasn't let down on reading. Read more
Published 13 months ago by J Mountifield
5.0 out of 5 stars A MOST ENTERTAINING READ!
A great insight into prison life. Quite an eye-opener at times. I didn't realize there were so many ways to break out of prison. Very entertaining and well put together. Read more
Published 14 months ago by James Coyle
4.0 out of 5 stars Rip-Roaring Adventure
The Escape Company is a rip-roaring adventure. Fast-paced, well-researched and written in a style reminiscent of the genre. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Chris Parker
5.0 out of 5 stars Very good debut novel - gets you thinking....... is this really...
This book is a fascinating read into the workings of prisons - or how inefficient some of them are. It really does make you think if something like this is really possible. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Curly Wurly
5.0 out of 5 stars Classic prisoner caper with a dark overtone
An entertaining read about classic British prison escape capers. Well written and with a uniquely English charm. Read more
Published 20 months ago by Michael Thomas
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