U-571

by Max Allan Collins

This is a novelization of the World War II film U-517 starring Matthew McConaughey, Bill Paxton, Harvey Keitel and Jon Bon Jovi. It is 1942. With most of Europe nearing collapse, the Enigma code must be cracked or the Allies will lose the war.

Genres: Fiction, Historical Fiction, Media Tie In

245 pages

First published January 1, 2000

About the author

Received the Shamus Award, "The Eye" (Lifetime achievment award) in 2006.

He has also published under the name Patrick Culhane. He and his wife, Barbara Collins, have written several books together. Some of them are published under the name Barbara Allan.

Book Awards
Shamus Awards Best Novel winner (1984) : True Detective
Shamus Awards Best Novel winner (1992) : Stolen Away
Shamus Awards Best Novel nominee (1995) : Carnal Hours
Shamus Awards Best Novel nominee (1997) : Damned in Paradise
Shamus Awards Best Novel nominee (1999) : Flying Blind: A Novel about Amelia Earhart
Shamus Awards Best Novel nominee (2002) : Angel in Black

Japanese: マックス・アラン・コリンズ
or マックス・アラン コリンズ

Reviews

[Ashley Moran · Rating 1 out of 5]

I hate this book... So boring!

[Alexander Abbe · Rating 4 out of 5]

3rd book read while cycling at Planet Fitness (read over 5 riding sessions). Hard to believe this movie and book is 21 years old and this is the first time I've read it.

[Corey Thuringer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Edge on seat!

[Jodie · Rating 4 out of 5]

The beginning took awhile to get through, but once it did the plot moved at a fast pace. The submarine and the crew were well detailed. Been awhile since I've seen the movie, but a solid adaptation.

[Luminescence Goh · Rating 5 out of 5]

Max Allan Collins' U571 delivers a gripping, intense narrative based on the real-life World War II submarine drama. The paperback edition brings to life the high-stakes mission of capturing a German Enigma machine, set against a backdrop of underwater warfare and espionage. Collins' vivid storytelling and meticulous attention to historical detail make this book an engaging read for history enthusiasts and military fiction aficionados alike.

Suitable for Studying:
The book's portrayal of wartime strategy, naval operations, and the complexities of submarine warfare provides valuable insights into military history and tactics. Its detailed descriptions and realistic portrayal of events make it helpful in studying the intricacies of naval combat and wartime espionage. History and army science students will find the book's rich detail and immersive narrative beneficial for understanding the nuances of World War II maritime conflicts.

Inspiration for Fantasy Writing:
Beyond its historical context, U571 offers intriguing elements that can be adapted for fantasy storytelling. The themes of secrecy, covert operations, and high-stakes missions can be creatively reimagined within a fantastical setting, providing writers with a foundation for developing complex plots and dynamic characters. Collins’ skilful depiction of tension and drama can inspire fantasy novelists to craft suspenseful and immersive narratives.

[Juan Fernández · Rating 1 out of 5]

Abandonado al 10%.

Parece escrito por un niño pequeño, con un uso inadecuado de las palabras con significados cambiados, una narrativa burda y torpe e incluso onomatopeyas ridículas incluidas en el texto, tales como ¡Clic! y ¡Bump! repetidas una y otra vez en escenas de acción.

[Christian · Rating 2 out of 5]

Der Film ist ganz nett, auch wenn er teilweise unglaubwürdig ist ("Warum werden die Deutschen so unheimlich dumm dargestellt?"). Das Buch ist irgendwie Sülz.