The Narrow Road to the Deep North

Released: June 15, 2026
Length: 14 hrs 4 mins
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher: Audible Originals

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Set during 1943 in a Japanese POW camp on the Thai-Burma death railway, this powerful novel explores the harsh realities of war, life, and love through the experiences of Australian surgeon Dorrigo Evans. As he battles to save the men under his care, he is haunted by personal memories and a life-altering letter. The story delves into themes of hope, loss, and the complexity of human relationships amid unimaginable cruelty.

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