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Silver

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Silver

By: Andrew Motion
Narrated by: David Tennant
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In the eastern reaches of the Thames lies the Hispaniola, an inn kept by Jim Hawkins and his son. Late one night, a mysterious girl named Natty arrives on the river with a request for Jim from her father - Long John Silver. Aged and weak, but still possessing a strange power, the pirate proposes Jim and Natty sail to Treasure Island in search of Captain Flint's hidden bounty. But the thrill of the ocean odyssey gives way to terror as the Nightingale reaches its destination, for it seems Treasure Island is not as uninhabited as it once was....

Silver is a worthy sequel to Treasure Island and a work of extraordinary authenticity and imaginative power from one of England's greatest writers.

©2012 Andrew Motion (P)2012 Dreamscape Media, LLC
Action & Adventure Classics Fiction Genre Fiction Historical Fiction Literary Fiction

Critic reviews

"...rich and thrilling narrative which so ingeniously complements [Treasure Island]." ( The Independent)
"Motion writes beautifully...a darker world than Stevenson's with real evil and genuine loss in it - and a tentative but credible burgeoning love story. Considered as a sequel, Silver more than holds its own as an adventure story." ( Irish Independent)
"...a splendid adventure story in its own right." ( The Guardian)
Beautiful Imagery • Compelling Adventure • Excellent Narration • Philosophical Depth • Engaging Plot • Dramatic Reading
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Excellent reading of an excellent book! I highly recommend. it says I need more words. Word Word Word

What a story and dramatic reading!

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it was kind of hard to get into, but overall a good book to read

it was a good story

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this was a great story with fantastic narration. left a little sour by an abrupt and wholly unsatisfying ending..

great story, poor ending

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David Tennant is an amazing narrator! I could listen to him all day!!! The story was a great sequel to Treasure Island with suspense, humor, and a bit of romance. All in all, a very enjoyable listen!

WOW!!!

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This well written story was entertaining and absorbing, in no small part because of David Tennant

Brilliantly read! Every character voiced to perfection.

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Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?

I really enjoyed it because David Tennant. The book's well-written and entertaining, but I was nonplussed by the abrupt ending and had to look to make sure there wasn't supposed to be another part to the audiobook.

Would you be willing to try another book from Andrew Motion? Why or why not?

I suppose I will have to read the sequel to this because I need to know what happens next... which shows that Mr. Motion got me hooked enough to want to carry on.

What does David Tennant bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

He's a remarkable actor who brings all the characters to life. It's always easy to tell who's talking because he doesn't just read the book, he really acts all the parts and makes them vivid and unique. I've listened to a lot of Tennant's audiobooks and I think this is one of his best.

Could you see Silver being made into a movie or a TV series? Who should the stars be?

I could see this being a movie.

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The recording seemed to have a repeated chapter.

I thought the story had a good plot and some great parts, but I'd like to see more adventure and less romance. The story seems to need some more drafts by the author.

decent

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The title has layers of meaning. The narration added excitement and life to an already well-written and compelling story.

Charming sequel to a classic

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Would you try another book from Andrew Motion and/or David Tennant?

The best thing about this book as the authors ability to write like R.L. Stevenson. This book did not seem like much of a break from Treaure Island. That being said, I was not a huge fan of either book. Not much happens at a very slow pace.

Would you recommend Silver to your friends? Why or why not?

It is safe enough for most, no sex, blood or blatant violence.

Do you think Silver needs a follow-up book? Why or why not?

For those who loved this book another book would be appropriate as it kinda quits with many details being left off.

If you loved Treaure island you will like this

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No sequel can really be compared to its original. If you enjoyed Treasure Island though, you'll like this.

Sequel Worth Reading

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