Artemis Fowl Movie Tie-In Edition

Artemis Fowl, Book 1

By: Eoin Colfer

Narrated by: Nathaniel Parker

Length: 6 hrs and 6 mins

Publisher's summary

Now an original movie on Disney+, here is the book that started it all, the international bestseller about a teenage criminal mastermind and his siege against dangerous, tech-savvy fairies.

New York Times bestselling author, Eoin Colfer and series, Artemis Fowl!

Twelve-year-old criminal mastermind Artemis Fowl has discovered a world below ground of armed and dangerous—and extremely high-tech—fairies.

He kidnaps one of them, Holly Short, and holds her for ransom in an effort to restore his family's fortune.

But he may have underestimated the fairies' powers. Is he about to trigger a cross-species war?

Listen to the entire Artemis Fowl series.

©2001 Eoin Colfer (P)2004 Random House, Inc., Listening Library, an imprint of the Random House Audio Publishing Group

Critic reviews

"Kids will absolutely love it." (Diane Sawyer, Good Morning America)

"Artemis Fowl is pacy, playful, and very funny, an inventive mix of myth and modernity, magic and crime." (Time.com)

"A new thriller fairy tale will grab your interest, no matter what your age." (The New York Post)

Loved the book and the narrator

Would you listen to Artemis Fowl again? Why?

I didn't immediately get caught up in the story but I'm glad I stayed with it. I was soon totally involved with the characters and the story. I'm looking forward to the next book.

What did you like best about this story?

I love surprises and there were some unexpected events and outcomes that I enjoyed.

What about Nathaniel Parker???s performance did you like?

The narrator was very good and I was always able to determine which character was speaking or thinking.

A good family book

For a children's book, these adults found it to be very entertaining. The plot was interesting, the characters were engaging, and it had a fair amount of humor peppered in. The narrator had a pleasant voice and did a wonderful job of voicing different characters. Can't wait to listen to the next book.

better than the movie

i bought it because i hated the movie and wanted to remember why i loved the original book. turns out its because the book was written well with great characters, and the movie...not so much

MUST READ SERIES

This is series is a real turn pager and it keeps one listening for hours. And you will want to continue to next book in the series. :) I love re-reading this series and now listening to it. Just makes the story come to life! I can't for the movie! :)

Great story, decent narrator...

Artemis’ story is wonderful. Eion Colfer did a great job of writing two sides to the same story. You can’t help cheering on both sides and trying to figure out what Artemis has up his sleeve.

Fun

This book was a lot of fun and I can’t wait to read the next one!!!

Classic, fun, something for your kids and you.

Where does Artemis Fowl rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Its one of my favorites. The narrator does an amazing job with the voices and it's one of the few books that each character has there own personalities. I've listened to a LOT of audiobooks. I mostly borrow them from the library first and then purchase them here in audibles. My husband and I decided that once we have children we want them to listen to as many audiobooks as possible as an alternative to watching tv in the car and at home. Also for those times we will be busy to read to them at night. I've collected all the Artemis fowl books on audibles and are keeping them safe for my future litenings and for my babies:)

The one problem I have with the narrator is that he can't pull of some accents. Especially the Asian ones. They are pretty off and I am an expert on Hispanic and Asian accents. If you can get past those characters than its worth your time. Luckily he is European and most of the main characters have a European accent.

The story is great and fun for all ages in my opinion. The first 5 books are awesome but eoin colfer should find a way to end this series. the sixth lost my attention.

What about Nathaniel Parker’s performance did you like?

Amazing!

Any additional comments?

Only listen to the books read by Nathaniel Parker. If you see a different name forget it. I think the time paradox was read by someone else...awful! I did some research and footwork to get the Nathaniel Parker narration. Well worth it. The last guy was awful awful awful. I hope he doesn't read this...sorry mate:)

It doesn't get much better than this

I could wax poetic about the story of Artemis Fowl - which is a fantastic amalgamation of youthful fantasy, comedy, and sheer cleverness that really can suit anyone still in possession of their imagination - but this is honestly one of the few audiobooks I recommend above reading the book on your own. Nathaniel Parker is absolutely phenomenal. He reads flawlessly, his comedic timing is excellent, and his distinct character voices elevate the experience of this story so much that it feels more like a one-man dramatization than just a simple audiobook. I've listened to this performance at least three times, and I've always thoroughly enjoyed it. The character of Artemis Fowl is a perfect bridge for the adult listener and the child. He has a lithe kind of intelligence that makes him engaging for the older audience members, but a childlike ability to believe the impossible that only children are really capable of. There isn't a single person I wouldn't recommend this too. If you like good things, and if you can spend a few hours to not take things too seriously, this is the audiobook for you.

Great Story

First read the Artemis Fowl series with my oldest son when he was in elementary. Listening to the series again is just reliving a beloved classic. I had forgotten what a rugrat he was!! :)

Love this book!

Amazing book love it so much I suggest this book for an entertaining read or maybe a night time skim... PLEAS READ!!!!!