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The Inquisitor's Tale

Or, the Three Magical Children and Their Holy Dog

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The Inquisitor's Tale

By: Adam Gidwitz, Benjamin Bagby
Narrated by: Adam Gidwitz, Vikas Adam, Mark Bramhall, Jonathan Cowley, Kimberly Farr, Ann Marie Lee, Bruce Mann, John H. Mayer, Arthur Morey
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The best-selling author of A Tale Dark and Grimm takes on medieval times in an exciting and hilarious new adventure about history, religion...farting dragons.

1242. On a dark night, travelers from across France cross paths at an inn and begin to tell stories of three children: William, an oblate on a mission from his monastery; Jacob, a Jewish boy who has fled his burning village; and Jeanne, a peasant girl who hides her prophetic visions. They are accompanied by Jeanne’s loyal greyhound, Gwenforte...recently brought back from the dead.

As the narrator collects their tales, the story of these three unlikely allies begins to come together.

Their adventures take them on a chase through France to escape prejudice and persecution and save precious and holy texts from being burned. They’re taken captive by knights, sit alongside a king, and save the land from a farting dragon. And as their quest drives them forward to a final showdown at Mont Saint-Michel, all will come to question if these children can perform the miracles of saints.

Beloved best-selling author Adam Gidwitz makes his long awaited return with his first new world since his hilarious and critically acclaimed Grimm series. Filled with Adam’s trademark style and humor, The Inquisitor’s Tale is bold storytelling that’s richly researched and adventure-packed.

Read by Vikas Adam, Mark Bramhall, Jonathan Cowley, Kimberly Farr, Adam Gidwitz, Ann Marie Lee, Bruce Mann, John H. Mayer, and Arthur Morey

Features medieval music performed by Benjamin Bagby of Sequentia.

Public Domain (P)2016 Listening Library
Action & Adventure Fairy Tales, Folk Tales & Myths Fantasy & Magic Historical Historical Fiction Literature & Fiction Medieval Science Fiction & Fantasy Funny Witty
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Critic reviews

“Gidwitz continues to toy with narrative in a well-researched and rambunctiously entertaining story that has as much to say about the present as it does the past...The tale that comes into focus is one of religious persecution and faith, friendships that transcend difference, and a dangerously flatulent dragon - Gidwitz continues to have no problem mixing high and low.” (Publishers Weekly, starred review)

"It is a time of miracles and saints, of fiends and dragons, all of which Gidwitz has meticulously teased from legends and histories of the Middle Ages...Gidwitz proves himself a nimble storyteller as he weaves history, excitement, and multiple narrative threads into a taut, inspired adventure.” (Booklist, starred review)

Engaging Storytelling • Historical Accuracy • Excellent Narration • Creative Plot • Amazing Cast Recording
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Loved reading the book and now hearing it via audible has made it so much better. The middle ages come alive and you’re rooting for the kids from the beginning. Crazy, outlandish escapades and miracles throughout. Smart, real historical inclusions from the 13th century make it as much a history book as a novel. Would love to see a movie made about this book. Well done.

One of a kind Story

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Adam did a marvelous job with this. His rich knowledge of medieval history, his boldness of speaking about hard questions that often have misunderstood answers, and his ability to write about three wonderful children who are so relatable for us all when it comes to finding that "specialness" inside of us. Huge props to this powerful story.

Passionate Storytelling

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This has humor, history, and tragedy. It’s the best combination I can think of! I like how multiple voice actors help make the story even better!

Amazing!

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I bought this book for my son. We then read it as a family on a road trip. I was surprised at how lovely the story was, in addition to it being very creative. The narration is excellent. The story is a must read for people of all ages.

Moving story and excellent for a family road trip

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I found that it was hard to put down. I loved listening to it to fall asleep.

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I didn’t think I would be so easily entranced by a book set during the crusades, but this book picked me up and took me on the best journey! Very well researched and written and extremely fun to listen to. I can’t wait for my son to read it!

Amazing cast recording

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So glad we chose this book to listen to as we traveled across country! Engaging, thoughtful, funny at times; The Inquisitor's Tale is a perfect addition to our study of medieval Europe. I especially loved the prologue from the author giving insight into the historical accuracy of some of the details in the book, as well as the rendition of The Tale of Hildebrand. Well done!

Engaging story, great voice acting, wonderful addition to our family study of medieval Europe!

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I liked the different readers and I loved the story. one con was this book was purchased for battle of the books and i feel with autiobooks in general, the comprehension is less sharp than if you were to read the book.

the different readers

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enjoyed this so much - the religious connections between our present world and the world of the middle ages was well articulated and made this a great book for conversation even with my 9 year old. excellent read!

historical, entertaining

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Recommend
Oh my gosh I love the illustrations on the border around it
Very religious though may be offensive to this generation lol
But is a great book to read/listen to
Interesting indeed
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Amazing

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