The Three Musketeers

By: Alexandre Dumas

Narrated by: John Lee

Length: 23 hrs and 32 mins

Publisher's summary

Mixing a bit of seventeenth-century French history with a great deal of invention, Alexandre Dumas tells the tale of young D'Artagnan and his musketeer comrades, Porthos, Athos, and Aramis. Together they fight to foil the schemes of the brilliant, dangerous Cardinal Richelieu, who pretends to support the king while plotting to advance his own power. Bursting with swirling swordplay, swooning romance, and unforgettable figures---including the seductively beautiful but deadly femme fatale, Milady, and D'Artagnan's equally beautiful love, Madame Bonacieux--- The Three Musketeers continues, after a century and a half of continuous publication, to define the genre of swashbuckling romance and historical adventure.

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Only a Narration Review

I didn't make it through the whole book, some other book came up and I switch over, and haven't made it back to this one. I bought this book because I recognized the narrator from another book and I have to say that I think John Lee could be one of the best Audiobook Narrators in the World. He took a book(This one) that I really wasn't all that interested in and made every second worth listening to. Thank You John Lee Thank You

Remarkable Wit, Suspenseful and Entertaining

I wonder how many of us have actually read this classic. Too many of us think we know the story from the movies, but I assure you it is far more clever, witty, complicated and suspenseful than any film rendition.

I had listened to another audio version of this book many years ago, but knew John Lee would bring it to life far better this time around. His timing, clarity, distinction of the character voices are excellent.

Do yourself a favor, listen to this classic and be taken away to the gallantry and intrigue of France in the early 17th century.

Outstanding Novel!

The Three Musketeers is another masterpiece from the writer, Alexandre Dumas. Written with terrific skill, this novel relates the story of D'Ärtagnan and his three companions Athos, Porthos, and Aremis seeking to foil the schemes of the imposing Cardinal and faithfully serve the King. This novel contains incredible themes, intricate plots, and is a well written novel. The Three Musketeers well deserves its title among the top classics. The story kept me captivated and on the edge the entire way! John Lee is an outstanding narrator! With his incredible ability to change to the voices of the characters, he brought the novel alive. Overall, the audiobook, The Three Musketeers, is well worth the time and money!

Excellent story, lackluster performance

In honesty, the only issue I had with the reading was that it kept alternating between loud and quiet, often in the same sentence. This caused enormous frustration, however, forcing me to constantly turn the volume up and down.

best narration performance

I have listen to many audiobooks on many different services. this narrator really nailed the tone, inflection, and characteristics of all the different roles in a fluid and seemingly effortless style. I wish he read all my audiobooks. if you are a narrator, use this performance as your rubric to examine your own!
Of course the story is well known classic and I cannot add much to the common-knowledge evaluations of its quality other than to add my own A++ to it.

Stunningly Captivating

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Absolutely...not that there weren't any slow spots, but I could've never imagined being that engages to an audio book 24 hours long from beginning to end.

What did you like best about this story?

The story was itself just such a great tale of conquest and chivalry. It was so fascinating to hate the villains and love the heroes like this book compels you to.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Very engaging but I'm not sure anything is 24 hours in one sitting engaging....lol.

Classic

I have enjoy the spoken work word as much as the written word. You efforts are greatly appreciated.

Better than I remember

I remember the stories of the three musketeers from childhood, and the movies also.
Now, with a chance to listen to Alexandre Dumas classic, I can only say - better than I remember.

Follow along the story of Athos, Porthos, Aramis, and of course d'Artagnin. Not only do they better the cardinals men, but they get the girl in the end

You will have to read for yourself, but will enjoy the ride

Spectacular!

Give this Classic your time and attention and you will be rewarded with an adventure of the highest caliber.

Fantastic Story of Intrigue and Swashbuckling

This was a page turner; a classic story of intrigue, swashbuckling, and daring do. The narrator was perfect. He kept me engaged and eagerly awaiting the next chapter. Highly recommended.