• The Reality Bug

  • Pendragon, Book 4
  • By: D. J. MacHale
  • Narrated by: William Dufris
  • Length: 10 hrs and 58 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (635 ratings)

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The Reality Bug

By: D. J. MacHale
Narrated by: William Dufris
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Publisher's summary

The territory of Veelox has achieved perfect harmony. Fifteen-year-old Bobby Pendragon arrives on this territory in pursuit of the evil Saint Dane, but all is peaceful on Veelox - because it's deserted. The inhabitants have discovered a way to enter their own personal dream worlds, where they can be whomever they want, wherever they want. Their bodies lie in stasis while their minds escape to the dream realm.

Fresh from his battle with Saint Dane on 1937 Earth, Bobby is confident that he can defeat whatever Saint Dane has planned for this world. But once Bobby enters the virtual world, will he be able to resist the lure of the ultimate in escapism?

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©2007 D. J. MacHale (P)2007 Brilliance Audio

Critic reviews

"The popular fantasy time-travel series makes a smooth transition to audio with Dufris at the helm, using his upbeat delivery and believable teen rhythms to keep listeners enthralled." ( Publishers Weekly)

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Whiny character voices

If you actually LIKE overacting in movies and television programs, you will love this performance. I read these books as they came out in print and enjoyed all of them with the exception of the last book in the series. My problem with the audiobook lies with its voice actor. I would rather him read it in his normal voice than the whiny, overly sensitive voices that he gives every character. The guys normal voice is good enough.

If you can get past that, the story is good.

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Not a huge fan of the narrator

I just don't think his voice fits. Although the voice modulation on certain parts is cool and layering audio is a nice touch for when multiple people are speaking at the same time is a cool idea. Just can't get over how poorly the guy's voice fits the characters.

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Very well written

I get confused in a lot of sci-fi fantasy books, especially if they are not written well. This one is well written easy and easy to follow. Plot to this book is not very original, same with the setting. The end had a great twist, and some wonderful character development!

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a great duo

The writing and storytelling are amazing! Together Dj MacHale and William Dufries are great! Highly recommend!

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A solid tale in the overall Pendragon story

Solid story with a good twist ending. the ending really saved it from being boring.

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The Reality Bug

Excellent book. Great read. Can't wait for the next book. Keep going Bobby. We enjoy your adventures.

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Liked the story, narrator overacts at times.

Narrator little too over excited, or over delivers lines. Makes the book feel a little over the top, cliche, base almost? It sucks because if you just listen to the words at face value I'm sure you can imagine a better delivery.

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Game Changer!

My favorite book in the series so far. Roles are changing and expanding. The character development is great.

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Fantastic listen

I am a video game artist and love listening to books as I model. Fantastic work yet again. I own the whole series now.

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Ohhhhh I have to rush to book 5 now!

What made the experience of listening to The Reality Bug the most enjoyable?

I really loved this one! It was my fave out of the series so far! It was great to see Loor fighting alongside Bobby again and the Martix-esque world was super intriguing! I can't believe this is an MG series because i enjoy the heck out of it. I told myself I wouldn't start Black Water until i got more out my TBR list but not sure if that's a promise I can keep. I love Bobby Pendragon's world!

Who was your favorite character and why?

Loor! She's the perfect heroine!

What about William Dufris’s performance did you like?

That he's super interactive!

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