The Bourne Legacy

By: Eric Van Lustbader

Narrated by: Scott Brick

Length: 18 hrs

Publisher's summary

In Robert Ludlum's ground-breaking career, no other character so captured the world's imagination as Jason Bourne. He appeared in three of Robert Ludlum's own #1 bestselling novels, his bestselling works to this day. Now, with the major motion picture adaptation of Ludlum's The Bourne Supremacy, the Ludlum estate has finally acceded to the demands of readers and listeners around the world, turning to bestselling writer Eric Van Lustbader to create a brand-new Jason Bourne novel, The Bourne Legacy.

Jason Bourne, international assassin of deadly repute, was an identity assumed by covert agent David Webb. Retired from the CIA and now a professor at Georgetown University, Webb's life is finally his own—until he becomes the target of an assassin and is framed for the murder of his two closest associates. Fighting for his life against unseen assailants, the Bourne identity asserts itself, leaving Jason Bourne in control. Barely a half-step ahead of his nemesis and the CIA, who believes he has gone rogue, Bourne finds himself a pawn in a larger, far deadlier game.

©2004 The Estate of Robert Ludlum (P)2004 Audio Renaissance, a division of Holtzbrinck Publishers, LLC and Books on Tape, Inc.

Critic reviews

"Scott Brick is one of the fastest-rising stars in the audiobook galaxy. His understated approach to each book serves him well, and whether he is handling a roomful of Russian generals or a series of dizzying scene changes, the listener stays with him for every word." (AudioFile)

Action Packed with twists

Would you consider the audio edition of The Bourne Legacy to be better than the print version?

Just listened...

What about Scott Brick’s performance did you like?

Carries the story well

Any additional comments?

Reading or listening to the book one can imagaine Jason Bourne as still being Matt Damon...in the movie of course one could not..

WOW. Robert Ludlum is proud of this book!

The story was absolutely incredible. The way Eric Van Lustbader picked up and wove the next step in the Jason Bourne sage was unreal. There’s a spoiler in this book worth paying double for. Scott Brick is as solid as ever and does justice to an incredible piece of writing. I’m submitting this and looking for the next book written by Lustbader immediately.

A Whole New Bourne

First off, compellingly great narration by Scott Brick made this book a must buy!

Story wise, at first I wasnt sure what to think. I have listened to this audio several times and I find I enjoy it more each time. However, like a few of the other reviewers, I must agree that the Bourne character is not quite on par with what Robert Ludlum created, though it is close.

I distinctly remember wondering as Bourne was repeatedly getting seriously injured(just like in other books), one how is this guy still standing much less fighting. And two just how OLD is Jason Bourne getting now? considering the time period and technology in place when the original books were written and noticing some of the far more advanced technology present in Van Lustbader's books, Bourne should be about 60 years old! Aside from that though, this book is still highly recommended to fans of the Bourne Character.

Good but lacking over Ludlum.

I did enjoy the story but found it somewhat lacking in the way it was written. I suppose I'm just spoiled.

Not as disappointing as others say

Any additional comments?

I love the Ludlum Bourne books and this one is still pretty good. It's not Ludlum, for sure, but it's still a good read/listen. I don't know what others were expecting, Van Lustbader isn't going to be exactly like Ludlum; but I think he did a great job. There is a lot going on in the story, but that's what makes it great. I listen while driving across several states on a regular basis and I really enjoyed it. Give the guy a break. It's still Bourne.

I want more:)

If you liked the original books there is a good change that you will like this. I did really enjoy this audiobook, hope Lustbader will write the next book too.

A satisfying read.

Scott Brick’s narration never disappoints. Although a little predictable I enjoyed the book and look forward to the next.

It just keeps getting better

If you only met Jason Bourne through the movies, then treat yourself by listening to the books. You are there in the midst of all the action. It becomes almost impossible to put the book down. Truly glad I found you, audible.

Better than Ludlum's Work!

I could not put this down. It was such a great book, all the hand to hand combats were so well described that you knew exactly what was happening. I listned to The Bourne Ultimatum before this and it was awful! This book is so much better, the narrator has a lot to do with it, Scott Brick is so good! I will listen to books just because he is narrating.

A great listen

If tou dig character development, you'' like this. The twists and turns were unexpected, for the most part. While the ending is good, these authors need to find other less perdictable ways to finish a great story, which I wish hadn't ended.