• Gregor and the Prophecy of Bane

  • Underland Chronicles, Book 2
  • By: Suzanne Collins
  • Narrated by: Paul Boehmer
  • Length: 6 hrs and 32 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (1,557 ratings)

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Gregor and the Prophecy of Bane

By: Suzanne Collins
Narrated by: Paul Boehmer
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Publisher's summary

Rich in suspense and brimming with adventure, the New York Times best-selling Underland Chronicles unfold the fate of the Underland and the great warrior, Gregor. Suzanne Collins is also the author of the best-selling Hunger Games trilogy.

Gregor is summoned back to the Underland by the terms of a second prophecy. Spies have reported the sighting of a Rat King, a character who has been legendary since the Middle Ages. Recognizable by its tremendous size and snow-white coat, the Rat King is destined to bring a World War to the Underland. Gregor eventually comes face to face with the Rat King, and to his surprise, he finds he is unable to kill this creature. His heart tells him he's making the right decision. Will it be a decision he lives to regret?

©2004 Suzanne Collins (P)2005 Random House, Inc.

Critic reviews

"Fans will not be disappointed with this exciting, action-packed sequel." (Booklist)

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Entertaining

Loved it. Have read a couple of times. Will keep in library to read again.

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My childhood

One of my favorite books. So well written and fantastic to immerse yourself in this world

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So good I've read it twice

One of my all time favorite series. Wish all books had such a great storyline and were so well written.

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Giant Cockroaches, Bats and Rats, Oh My!

What did you love best about Gregor and the Prophecy of Bane?

As the second book in this series the reader doesn't get bogged down with info from the first book but enough to follow the story. I love the fantasy land of the Underworld and Gregor's relationship with those who live there.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Gregor was my favorite character because he would be brave but also remind you that he is still just a young teenager.

Which character – as performed by Paul Boehmer – was your favorite?

Gregor, but I loved how he performed Boots.

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

Yes, I couldn't stop listening to it. I had it on while cooking, cleaning and in bed!

Any additional comments?

Can't wait to hear the next book in the series.

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Very interesting and never boring!

I loved the story. The narrator did very good work the different voices for the different characters, like the roaches and bats. This book does have disturbing moments, but it has action in every moment and never gets boring.

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A Great set of Books.

Would you consider the audio edition of Gregor and the Prophecy of Bane to be better than the print version?

I read the books and then got the audio versions for a car trip with my grandsons. They loved listening to this series, and even though I had already read them, so did I.

What did you like best about this story?

This series has great characters, is extremely imaginative, and keeps moving with a lot of action and adventure.

Any additional comments?

Very well read and a really fun story.

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Family is everything - not always the same species

If you could sum up Gregor and the Prophecy of Bane in three words, what would they be?

how a boy decides the right thing is to be merciful and kind

Who was your favorite character and why?

the girl rat with the nose; she cuddled with Gregor

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

nope

Any additional comments?

nice that the theme is NOT violence is the answer

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Love Gregory the Overlander

Great continuation. Not just a simple story. There is adventure but also reflection and courage. Hope this series is made into a movie.

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Great book

Would you consider the audio edition of Gregor and the Prophecy of Bane to be better than the print version?

Don't know... I only did the audio version.

What did you like best about this story?

Quality of writing, vivid word use.

What does Paul Boehmer bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Liked his ability to give the emotion of each character.

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

It had a couple emotional parts and yes, I laughed due to some funny lines.

Any additional comments?

The entire Underland Chonicles are great. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.

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fun book to read. great narration

I enjoyed the story both ib the overland and underland. Unique plot. An easy read, but interesting enough to want to continue the series.

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