Current/most recent audiobook:
North and South by Elizabeth Gaskell, narrated by Juliet Stevenson
Impressions:
Although I've read several of Gaskell's short stories, this is my first novel and I'm struck by the similarities to Jane Austen. Stevenson's narration, with a wide range of accents, is excellent.
Current/most recent favorite audiobook:
The Homecoming of Samuel Lake by Jenny Wingfield, narrated by Catherine Taber
Favorite narrator you’ve discovered recently:
Juliet Stevenson. Her narration of Trespass by Rose Tremain and was nothing short of amazing. When faced with a choice of eight editions of North and South at audible.com, my decision was made based her reading.
One title from your TBL (to be listened) stack, or your audio wishlist:
Don't laugh at me - there are nearly 150 titles on my audio wish list, so I'll break this down.
Most recently added:
The Invisible Ones by Stef Penny, narrated by Dan Stevens (thanks, Jen)
Top of the list:
The End of the Affair by Graham Green, narrated by Colin Firth (!)
A Grown Up Kid of Pretty by Joshilyn Jackson, read by the author
Your audio dream team (what book or author would you LOVE to see paired with a certain narrator, can already exist or not):
It may already exist in The End of the Affair.
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Trespass was where I discovered Juliet Stevenson too, and I'm so glad I did.
ReplyDeleteJen - Wish I could remember whether I got that recommendation from you or Literate Housewife...
DeleteI hope you love A Grown Up Kind of Pretty. I sure did. JJ made an immediate fan out of me. I can't wait to try more of her books now.
ReplyDeleteJuju - My friend Sandy (You've Gotta Read This) has been singing Jackson's praises for a long time. She's finally convinced me to start with A Grown Up Kind of Pretty. I can't wait!
DeleteI have North and South too!! I also added Invisible Ones because of Jen's recoomendation, plus I love him on Downton Abbey :)
ReplyDeleteTrespass has been added to my wishlist!
Staci - I remembered you mentioning that you got N&S after listening to Emma. Stevenson is such a great narrator. The Invisible Ones was added to my wish list today, too!
DeleteI never thought of trying North and South as an audiobook. I have the BBC mini-series waiting to be watched but I think I'll switch to the audiobook - especially with your comments about Stevenson as such an accomplished performer.
ReplyDeleteOddiophile - Stevenson is a joy to listen to, and North and South is shaping up to be a great story.
DeleteWow Colin Firth reading The End of The Affair?? I have to put my ear on this one!!
ReplyDeletehere are my answers: http://wordsandpeace.com/2012/06/27/mid-week-meme-audiobook-week-discussion/
Wordsandpeace - I think I could listen to Colin Firth read the phone book ;-)
DeleteI love that you have a long list on the TBL list. (Wheww! I am not the only one.) I want to listen to A Grown Up Kinda Pretty too!
ReplyDeleteAlysia - Such a relief to know someone else with a ridiculously long wish list, lol!
DeleteI've tried but have never been able to embrace audiobooks. I guess I'm just not a good listener! I do keep meaning to give them another try. I know the format has changed a lot since I tried them way back in the day!
ReplyDeleteKathleen - You might want to try again with a book you've already enjoyed it print. That would make listening even easier...
DeleteI've got to get North and South now. I'm so glad you recommended it. I so love Juliet Stevenson.
ReplyDeleteI've also got a copy of A Grown Up Kind of Pretty. It's time to listen to it.
Literate Housewife - I'm about 25% done with North and South and the story is getting better by the moment. Stevenson's narration is just as wonderful as it was with Trespass.
DeleteI loved The Invisible Ones, Dan Stevens does such a fantastic job. Will be on the look out for Juliet Stevenson narrated books.
ReplyDeleteNise' - I'm so glad to know you loved The Invisible Ones, too! Can't wait to listen to Dan Stevens.
DeleteI read North and South (in print) not that long ago and couldn't connect with it for some reason. Interesting that you think it's similar to Jane Austen, who I adore.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy The Invisible Ones. And I'm curious how Colin Firth does with The End of the Affair. I've heard Joshilyn Jackson does a fantastic job narrating her books and after hearing her speak recently, I can see why.
Apparently I need to check out Juliet Stevenson.
Michelle - At the moment, it is primarily class structure, first impressions, and manners that are reminding me Austen's P&P. I'm only a quarter of the way in, so I'll be curious to see if the comparison will actually hold up. Definitely check out a sample of two of Juliet Stevenson reading... she is excellent!
DeleteOoooh, I absolutely adore Colin Firth!!!
ReplyDeleteKimmi Bramson - i do, too!
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