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The Day of the Jackal (Paperback)

by Frederick Forsyth (Author)
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  • Paperback: 416 pages
  • Publisher: Arrow Books Ltd; New edition edition (15 Jun 1995)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 009955271X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0099552710
  • Product Dimensions: 17.7 x 11.1 x 3.2 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 11,843 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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One of the most celebrated thrillers ever written, The Day of the Jackal is the electrifying story of an anonymous Englishman who in, the spring of 1963, was hired by Colonel Marc Rodin, Operations Chief of the O. A. S., to assassinate General de Gaulle.


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16 of 18 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars He entered the market with one of the best books of our time, 18 Sep 2000
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It was a book of depth, daring writing and nail- biting moments. This book had everything anyone would want when it comes to Action, Fact-based plots and daring characters. The book follows the path of it's two central characters: The Jackal and The man employed to track him down. The Jackal is an international assassin employed by a rebellious organistion to murder the French President Charles De Gaulle. He is one of the most intriguing characters I have ever read about ,with a cold hard personality but a still powerful charisma, he prepares for his most important moment: His final ,and most challenging, murder. The man sent after him is but a simple inspector in the French Police. He has no information and little time. He must act quickely with everything to lose for he knows if he fails he will have to take the fall. As the plot heats up you are carried through some amazingly described locations and a depth in the plot that is unusual ,but put to great use, for thrillers. the additional characters are many but none without a history. In the mind of the reader these characters come to life. As far as I could see there are no down-sides to this book however it is not for the young. There are some scenes of a sexual nature. Reader beware. But for those who read these will definitely find that at no point will it be a struggle to keep going as you will not let go until you reach the last word. I gaurantee you will sit back thinking nothing but 'WOW!' Obviously I won't be telling you the ending but clear your schedule because once you've started reading you won't stop.
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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant!, 3 Sep 2006
By Reenie Roo (Stoke Newington, London) - See all my reviews
This is the original crime/suspense thriller and still the best. In over 10 years of trying I have still not found a thriller novel to compare to The Day of the Jackal. Mr Forsyth hooks you right in and the plot is so pacey and so clever you just won't want to stop reading. I doubt you'll ever read a bad review of this book and I only wish I could find more like it.
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15 of 17 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars I envy YOU, 9 Aug 2006
By N. Denny "Nodgey" (Dublin, Ireland) - See all my reviews
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I envy the reader who is about to read The Day of The Jackal for the first time! I have told sceptical friends to read "only the first chapter...and then decide!" The first chapter alone is a good enough reason to pick up this novel. If you do so then you will read the rest of the novel to answer the lifelong riddle: "what happens next!?"
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5.0 out of 5 stars A brilliant, gripping read.
This is a great read, one of the best thrillers ever written. Forsyth writes so well, documenting in gripping detail every twist and turn. A very exciting read.
Published 26 days ago by Sauniere

5.0 out of 5 stars Meticulously researched
The Jackal is an English professional assassin hired by French/Algerian political dissidents to kill President De Gaulle in the early 1960's. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Officer Dibble

5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Frederick Forsyths first novel is arguably his best work. It must have taken him an inordinate amount of time to research this book. Read more
Published 9 months ago by G. R. Donaldson

5.0 out of 5 stars Top Class
After reading this book I almost wanted to read it again because it was so good.
I didnt want to put it down because I wanted to know what was going to happen next... Read more
Published 19 months ago by Carl Willetts

5.0 out of 5 stars the smartest person is the deadliest one you have to find...
These is no doubt FF first book is still his best work. all the plots and navigation towards the event. Read more
Published 22 months ago by SKYW4LKER

5.0 out of 5 stars Utterly Brilliant!
This book is probably one of the best thrillers ever written. It will send you on a rollercoaster ride of suspense and intrigue. Read more
Published on 23 Jun 2007 by Penolope Pitstop

5.0 out of 5 stars Simply the best ...
This is without a doubt, the best suspense thriller I have ever read. From start to finish there is no slack in the narrative, no unecessary flowery descriptions, and no putting... Read more
Published on 11 May 2006 by Somnambulist

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent!
I really enjoyed this book. Forsythe is so clever and he pays attention to every single detail, so much so that you forget that the book is set in the 1960s because it feels so... Read more
Published on 6 Jun 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars Compulsive to the last

Such a celebrated thriller as this needs no introduction, but here goes anyway: In 1963, a secret para-military group, desperate to overthrow French President Charles de... Read more

Published on 23 Aug 2003 by M. Appleton

5.0 out of 5 stars Yes - believe the hype!
If you look at the rest of these reviews without having read this book, the cynical out there may think "It can't be THAT good..." Wanna bet? Read more
Published on 6 April 2003 by anthony4301

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