"Mostly wonderful."
Martin Freeman did a fantastic job narrating. Voices were varied and distinguishable, but more than that, they fit each character wonderfully. Each voice, each reading of the dialouge seemed to have been chosen with astute consideration.
Although there are some bright spots, most of this book is pretty bleak. I happen to love the addition of Random though, and the effect she has on Arthur.
I loved getting another helping of THGTTG.
"I really wanted to love this book"
It kept me listening, for sure. I would have been on the edge of my seat if I cared about any of the main characters a little more.
I thought that both of the narrators were superb. I don't think you could have gotten better people for this.
I was downright depressed at the end of this book.
I know this is listed under mystery but it's less about the disappearance and more about the relationship. I think that would have been good to know before starting this.
I do enjoy Flynn's style and the story is good, I was just left wanting to root for either of the main characters. The supporting players, Go especially, I really enjoyed.
"Don't Panic"
Yes.
I love Freeman's wide variety of voices. They are recognizable instantly and as to those who were taken aback by the voice chosen for Zaphod Beeblebrox... This was true to the way he was written. The cadence of his speech is suited to the accent used in this audio. I will not compare Martin Freeman to Stephen Fry. They are each wonderful in their own right but, for my taste, I prefer Freeman. I enjoyed them both, but Freeman is my choice. I understand that others may prefer Fry but that doesn't make Freeman's version bad, nor vice versa.
I really enjoyed reading this book but I loved this audio.