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Romeo and Juliet: A Novel
- By: David Hewson
- Narrated by: Richard Armitage
- Length: 11 hrs and 5 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 1,373
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 1,279
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 1,274
It's a story you think you know: the age-old tale of "star-cross'd lovers"; two families at war; a romance, so pure and absolute, fated for a tragic end. It's a story so thoroughly embedded in our culture, and so frequently retold. Yet, nothing captures the spark, the possibility, and the surprise of Shakespeare's work quite like this....
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5 out of 5 stars
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Wonderful, Imaginative
- By DPM on 12-13-16
- Romeo and Juliet: A Novel
- By: David Hewson
- Narrated by: Richard Armitage
Retelling Of Romeo And Juliet
Reviewed: 06-06-24
I appreciated the thoughtfulness and intelligence of this version of Romeo and Juliet - the writer put a good deal of effort into outlining the setting, the city, and what was happening in history in Italy in 1499. In addition, the author took time to give Friar Laurence a backstory, so that we see why he might have helped Romeo and Juliet, and that he wasn’t just a foolish and frightened old man, the way he is often portrayed. Count Paris also was given an interesting twist - this version seems to me to be more realistic than Shakespeare’s version; more a cold man of business and material things than a man of gentle ways and courtesy.
And yes, the best part for me was that Juliet was 3-dimensional, was intelligent, had her own thoughts and opinions, and thus her own agency. She *chose*; and she wanted to live as a free person, even as difficult as that might have been for a woman back then.
For those who would like another spin on the Romeo and Juliet story, I would recommend reading “Still Star-Crossed,” by Melinda Taub (also available on Audible).
Richard Armitage continues to prove what an excellent narrator and actor he is - the perfect voice for this story! 5/5 stars
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Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing
- A Memoir
- By: Matthew Perry
- Narrated by: Matthew Perry
- Length: 8 hrs and 49 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 31,748
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 29,160
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 29,103
The beloved star of Friends takes us behind the scenes of the hit sitcom and his struggles with addiction in this candid, funny, and revelatory memoir that delivers a powerful message of hope and persistence. In an extraordinary story that only he could tell, Matthew Perry takes listeners onto the soundstage of the most successful sitcom of all time while opening up about his private struggles with addiction. Candid, self-aware, and told with his trademark humor, Perry vividly details his lifelong battle with the disease and what fueled it despite seemingly having it all.
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1 out of 5 stars
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Mad at myself for getting sucked in
- By betty on 11-03-22
- Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing
- A Memoir
- By: Matthew Perry
- Narrated by: Matthew Perry
Brutally Honest, And Very Poignant
Reviewed: 12-21-23
It was amazing (and heartbreaking) to hear Matthew Perry narrate his own memoir- I am thankful he found some measure of peace in his later life. But it’s haunting to think about what might have been, and how much this extraordinary man still had to give. A very important listen, and would recommend this book to everyone.
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The Murder of Roger Ackroyd
- Hercule Poirot Mysteries , Book 4
- By: Agatha Christie
- Narrated by: Richard Armitage
- Length: 7 hrs and 30 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 2,297
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 2,136
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Story5 out of 5 stars 2,127
The story that made Agatha Christie famous ends with one of her most dramatic twists. The villagers of King’s Abbot are shocked when a wealthy local widow commits suicide and the very next day her fiancé, Roger Ackroyd, is stabbed to death. Dr. James Sheppard, the local physician, discovers the body of his friend and narrates the ensuing hunt for the killer. All the guests and staff at Ackroyd's country house seem to have solid alibis - except for his missing stepson.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Impeccable performance
- By Amazon user on 10-23-22
- The Murder of Roger Ackroyd
- Hercule Poirot Mysteries , Book 4
- By: Agatha Christie
- Narrated by: Richard Armitage
Beautifully Narrated
Reviewed: 11-08-23
Richard Armitage has the perfect voice to narrate the mysteries of Agatha Christie- he can sound equally menacing, curious, fearful, pompous, or sanguine, no matter which character he is voicing. He also performs Hercule Poirot extremely well, and those of us who admire David Suchet’s onscreen Poirot should find Armitage’s version a welcome addition. 5/5 stars
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Making It So
- A Memoir
- By: Patrick Stewart
- Narrated by: Patrick Stewart
- Length: 18 hrs and 50 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 2,217
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 2,002
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Story5 out of 5 stars 2,002
From his acclaimed stage triumphs to his legendary onscreen work in the Star Trek and X-Men franchises, Sir Patrick Stewart has captivated audiences around the world and across multiple generations with his indelible command of stage and screen. Now, he presents his long-awaited memoir, Making It So, a revealing portrait of an artist whose astonishing life—from his humble beginnings in Yorkshire, England, to the heights of Hollywood and worldwide acclaim—proves a story as exuberant, definitive, and enduring as the author himself.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Incredible! So much more than a memoir
- By Jason on 10-04-23
- Making It So
- A Memoir
- By: Patrick Stewart
- Narrated by: Patrick Stewart
Excellent, Surprising, and Moving
Reviewed: 10-24-23
How wonderful to hear Sir Pat Stew’s own words read in his own unmistakable voice - truly a gift to be able to share his life story with his audience! Thank you, Sir Patrick, and thank you Audible. And for those who haven’t listened to Patrick Stewart’s version of A Christmas Carol, that should be your next listen on Audible - it’s worth your time!
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Infinite Tuesday
- An Autobiographical Riff
- By: Michael Nesmith
- Narrated by: Michael Nesmith
- Length: 10 hrs and 4 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 195
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 170
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 171
Michael Nesmith's eclectic, electric life spans his star-making role on The Monkees, his invention of the music video, and his critical contributions to movies, comedy, and the world of virtual reality. Above all, his is a seeker's story, a pilgrimage in search of a set of principles to live by. That search took Nesmith from a childhood in Dallas, where his single mother, Bette, invented Liquid Paper, to the set of The Monkees in Los Angeles, to the heart of swinging London with John Lennon and Jimi Hendrix, and to an unexpected oasis of brilliance in the Santa Fe desert.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Entertaining and Eccentric
- By Kathy on 07-02-17
- Infinite Tuesday
- An Autobiographical Riff
- By: Michael Nesmith
- Narrated by: Michael Nesmith
Thoughtful Autobiography
Reviewed: 02-03-22
It was a joy to find Mike Nesmith actually wrote his own story, in his own words (no ghostwriters!), and to tell it in his own voice. Wonderful! I enjoyed spending time with Nes and hearing his many thoughts on fame, spirituality, and finally finding a sense of peace in his life. Rest In Peace, Mr Nesmith. You are missed.
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