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American Gods: The Tenth Anniversary Edition (A Full Cast Production)

By: Neil Gaiman
Narrated by: Ron McLarty, Daniel Oreskes, full cast
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Now a STARZ® Original Series produced by FremantleMedia North America starring Ricky Whittle, Ian McShane, Emily Browning, and Pablo Schreiber.

Locked behind bars for three years, Shadow did his time, quietly waiting for the day when he could return to Eagle Point, Indiana. A man no longer scared of what tomorrow might bring, all he wanted was to be with Laura, the wife he deeply loved, and start a new life.

But just days before his release, Laura and Shadow's best friend are killed in an accident. With his life in pieces and nothing to keep him tethered, Shadow accepts a job from a beguiling stranger he meets on the way home, an enigmatic man who calls himself Mr. Wednesday. A trickster and a rogue, Wednesday seems to know more about Shadow than Shadow does himself.

Life as Wednesday's bodyguard, driver, and errand boy is far more interesting and dangerous than Shadow ever imagined. Soon Shadow learns that the past never dies . . . and that beneath the placid surface of everyday life a storm is brewing—an epic war for the very soul of America—and that he is standing squarely in its path.

"Mystery, satire, sex, horror, poetic prose—American Gods uses all these to keep the reader turning the pages."—Washington Post

©2011 Neil Gaiman (P)2011 HarperCollins Publishers

Critic reviews

"This full-cast performance of the tenth anniversary edition of Neil Gaiman's American Gods (think director's cut) is one of the most mesmerizing audio experiences ever.... Ron McLarty plays a randy, crusty old Odin disguised as a white-collar con man to perfection. Daniel Oreskes's Shadow, the hero who doesn't know quite what he is, is masterful. Oliver Wyman, who did Mad Sweeney the Leprechaun, is a genius. Hats in the air for the whole cast, a flawless production, and a tour de force of a tale." ( AudioFile)

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Sharing Books with my Sons

When your sons suggests a book, read it. There’s nothing greater than sharing the love of a good story. Neil Gaiman masterfully weaves the hero’s story, taking mythology into the present and making it believable.

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Fantastic Performances and a Great Story

The full cast production successfully draws the listener into the story. It is always great fortune to encounter an amazing tale with an ensemble that is able to deliver the goods. I repeatedly found myself wanting to delve deeper into the origins of many of the familiar and unfamiliar characters along the way. It is not required to enjoy the experience, however I believe the extra effort makes the great array of references even more enjoyable. The appendix and additional material after the main story is worth your listening time as well.

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Pretty good, the Show has the jesus part in it.

why does this need fifteen words? this is ridiculous. dane cook plays Shadows best friend in the show.....

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wonderful ensemble performance!

My first venture into Gaiman's works, and was not disappointed. A thought provoking and entertaining story of American culture and immigrants, mixing with Greek mythology, science fiction and romance. The ensemble performance was exceptional.

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I love full cast productions

This was great! Unique story, awesome narration. I highly recommend this! Neil Gaiman is one of my favorites!

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highly recommend

if you like myths and mysteries than you will love this book.

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Incredible

I first seen a couple episodes on TV then decided to read the book best decision I ever made destiny love the Alcom really love this read

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Neil Gaiman's fabulous work!

I have been a fan of Neil Gaiman's work for a long time and I'm so happy I listened to this book

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Wonderful story brilliantly performed

I could not put this away. The story is weird and intriguing and heart warming and heartbreaking. Absolutely perfect!

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On belief, sacrifice, & the New World

The cast in this audiobook is great, and the story is even greater! From the very normal opening, this epic quest spans time and many corners of the world (& some beyond this world), in a modern adventurer's tale that wraps up with a great epilog from the author about writing the book.

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