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Hit The Beach

The Rat Bastards • Book 1

3.82 ABR Score (247 ratings)
★ 4.13 Goodreads (119) ★ 4.44 Audible (128)
5h 53m Released 2013 Historical Fiction

Why Listen?

Ray Porter's gravelly intensity transforms these misfits into unforgettable voices—each character so distinct you'll forget you're listening to one narrator bringing a chaotic WWII squad to brutal life.

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About This Audiobook

When a deranged sergeant assembles the most dangerous misfits in the Pacific Theater, the result is a lethal squad that operates outside conventional military protocol. This motley crew of criminals, outcasts, and psychopaths includes a bank robber, a racketeer, and a trigger-happy Texan, united only by their sergeant's twisted genius and their shared appetite for violence. Operating in the brutal island-hopping campaigns of World War II, these soldiers find themselves perfectly suited for the kind of savage warfare that breaks ordinary men.

Ray Porter delivers a powerhouse performance that captures each character's distinct personality and psychological edge. His gravelly narration perfectly matches the gritty tone of this military thriller, bringing visceral intensity to combat sequences while maintaining the dark humor that threads through the story. Porter's ability to shift between the various squad members' voices helps listeners track the ensemble cast during chaotic battle scenes. The audio format amplifies the relentless pacing and testosterone-fueled action, making this opening installment of the series an immersive experience that hooks listeners from the first explosive encounter.