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The Willoughbys

By: Lois Lowry
Narrated by: Arte Johnson
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Now a Netflix animated film starring Will Forte, Maya Rudolph, Alessia Cara, Terry Crews, Martin Short, Jane Krakowski, Séan Cullen, and Ricky Gervais!

From the Newbery Medal-winning author of The Giver and Number the Stars, comes a "hilarious" (Booklist, starred review) and wonderfully old-fashioned story about a mother and father who are all too eager to be rid of their four children . . . and four children who are all too happy to be rid of their parents.

The Willoughby's—Timothy; his twin brothers, Barnaby A and Barnaby B; and their little sister, Jane—are old-fashioned children who adore old-fashioned adventures. Unfortunately, the Willoughby parents are not very fond of their children, and the truth is that the siblings are not too keen on their parents either. Little do the Willoughby kids know that their neglectful mother and father are hatching an evil plan to get rid of them! Not to worry—these resourceful adventurers have a few plans of their own. But they have no idea what lies ahead in their quest to rid themselves of their ghastly parents and live happily ever after.©2008 Lois Lowry; (P)2008 Random House, Inc. Family Life Fiction Growing Up Growing Up & Facts of Life Humorous Fiction Literature & Fiction Comedy Funny Witty Kids Movies
Hysterically Funny • Tongue-in-cheek Humor • Perfect Narration • Classic Literature References • Entertaining Storyline

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my 14 y old (Dyslexic) daughter had a rough time reading this book and half way through, gave in and listened to the rest. at the end, she had a big grin and said it was a good book. my 11yr old loves this book and has listened to it multiple times. and me, mom, I too, love this book and think it hilarious. I would definitely listen to it again. the reader is perfect for this book as well. nice length. no complaints whatsoever...

hilarious book!

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Would you listen to The Willoughbys again? Why?

Yes, I will listen to The Willoughbys again! The story was fun and lighthearted. The narration couldn't have been more perfect for the story!!

Who was your favorite character and why?

If I had to choose a favorite, it would be Nanny. She was the string that tied it all together.

Have you listened to any of Arte Johnson’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

I have never heard any other of Arte Johnson's performances but I sure love the way he narrated this story!!

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I laughed and am telling everyone that will listen about how wonderful it is!

Delightful and Wonderful!!

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I t is a classic example of a great book I think I've listened to this book at least 100 times loved each time

loved it

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I've read this book to my kids when they were young. This old fashion funny book is a great read at any age.

Love this book!

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Our family listened together and we all enjoyed it. The book and the performance were laugh-out-loud funny at times, especially the glossary at the end. Highly recommended!

Very enjoyable for all ages

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