The Storyteller

By: Jodi Picoult

Narrated by: Mozhan Marno, Jennifer Ikeda, Edoardo Ballerini, Suzanne Toren, Fred Berman

Length: 18 hrs and 13 mins

Publisher's summary

Jodi Picoult's poignant number one New York Times best-selling novels about family and love tackle hot-button issues head on. In The Storyteller, Sage Singer befriends Josef Weber, a beloved Little League coach and retired teacher. But then Josef asks Sage for a favor she never could have imagined - to kill him. After Josef reveals the heinous act he committed, Sage feels he may deserve that fate. But would his death be murder or justice?

©2013 Jodi Picoult (P)2013 Recorded Books

Are we our ancestors?

Life is an onion. So many layers to get to the core. We are but a tiny piece in a puzzle beyond our scope of vision. This tale spans decades of time, telling the stories of folks caught in various prisons. Well worth a listen. Has a really good message of spirit triumph.

One of Picoult's best!

Any additional comments?

I always jump to get Jodi Picoult's books when they are released, not only for the way she effortlessly weaves prose beautifully into a complex story, but for the amount of research she puts into each project. But in a couple of her more recent novels, her desire to convey all the facts seemed to take precedence over the story. This is NOT one of those books! She has truly redeemed herself with 'The Storyteller.'

What is wonderful about 'The Storyteller' is the way she gets you to feel and understand the different viewpoints surrounding a nefarious situation; how you are drawn in to feel what they felt, only to find in an instant that the situation isn't exactly as you thought. All of a sudden, you are experiencing the very same scenario through a different prism and the shock of how quickly your own feelings turn is truly the magic that Jodi Picoult has injected in this work.

Historical fiction is not Jodi Picoult's normal genre, but she does it expertly. It is a journey that everyone should take. Kudos, Jodi Picoult, for taking us through a grim time in our history with so many perspectives to experience.

Best Book Ever

If you could sum up The Storyteller in three words, what would they be?

Best Book Ever

Any additional comments?

This is quite honestly one of the best book I have ever read (heard). The narrators were exceptional. I am 45 minutes from the end, and don't want to finish it - because then it will be over.

Tremendous

What made the experience of listening to The Storyteller the most enjoyable?

Very great listen catered with historical facts

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Storyteller?

There were several moments but the end stood out

What about the narrators’s performance did you like?

The narrator's were splendid and depicted the accent perfectly

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

I like longer books as they tend to last over several days so there's no way I could listen in one sitting due to the amount of hours it is

Any additional comments?

Don't miss out on this listen, it's very good.

Now my #1 favorite read of all time

This is absolutely the most enthralling book I've ever read. I'm moved beyond words forever.

Intelligent, Dramatic and Captivating Story!!

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

It brings the characters to life, and transmits the feelings they are having, as the story unfolds.

A well woven story!

many storylines and perspectives from many characters blended perfectly. made me feel so many things.

Almost perfect

Parts of this story and narration were absolutely perfect for me. Specifically the POV of the young Polish girl. Some of the book was clunky regarding the main character. Her narrator was so dull and monotone I kept planning to return the book in the beginning. I also did not find the main character likeable. That said, I am glad I stuck with it because the other narrators and stories woven within were wonderful and heartbreaking. I just wish I didn’t cringe when they switched back to the main character PoV.

Simply Amazing......

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

One of the best books I've ever listened to. Something for every kind of listener. The performers were excellent in their portrayals. It felt like I was hearing it directly from the characters.

Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?

Yes.......I love history and history has a dark side and Jodi did her research....facts were expressed that only one who cared enough to tell a completely fact based story could do.

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

The different performers and their geniune accents made it seem like I was experiencing it.

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

I wanted to but could not. Had to tear myself away.

Didn't want the book to end

A wonderful mix of past and present. A heartwarming story of doing the right thing even when it is the hard thing.