The Originals

The Rise

By: Julie Plec

Narrated by: Saskia Maarleveld

Length: 7 hrs and 59 mins

Publisher's summary

Family is power. The Original vampire family swore it to each other a thousand years ago. They pledged to remain together always and forever. But even when you're immortal, promises are hard to keep.

Arriving in New Orleans in 1722, Original vampire siblings Klaus, Elijah, and Rebekah Mikaelson believe they've escaped their dangerous past. But the city is lawless, a haven for witches and werewolves unwilling to share territory. The siblings are at their mercy...especially after Klaus meets the beautiful and mysterious Vivianne. Her impending marriage is key to ending the war between the supernatural factions - and Klaus' attraction to her could destroy the uneasy alliance. As Elijah works toward securing a piece of the city for his family, and Rebekah fights her unexpected feelings for a French captain, will Klaus' volatile desires bring their world crashing down - and tear them apart for good?

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Great story! Narration is terrible and distracting.

Great story, but the female attempted male voice narration is terrible and very distracting. 10/10 otherwise.

Series was good the Books are Better

I found the Originals streaming one night and just loved the series. I did go back and watch the Vampire Diaries but I am a little too old for that one. I had a bunch of credits and thought hmm why not. And to my Very Happy surprise I am asking you why have you not downloaded them. Well read and definitely a great way to learn about how the Original Family cane to New Orleans. Ready to bite into the next book!!

The originals

I loved this book!
It has many twists and turns. The ending was without words

pretty good

I liked this book about the originals and their origins to Louisiana. it's always a good time catching up with everyones favorite vampire family

I loved it all

I was hesitant on “reading” this book due to a review about the narrators voice for the characters. A good narrator makes it or breaks an audible. I had my reservations because of my love for Klaus. I have high standards for that character. Joseph Morgan plays his character so well. Let me say that the narrator did a phenomenal job matching the cadence of the characters. I was blown away. I would highly recommend. I love the show. I love the characters. They have such a variety of personality but yet also intune fundementally on a deeper level with each other. The author does a great job with making you fall in love with all of the characters. Each one holding a special place in your heart. There is at least something in all of them the reader can relate to and in someway humble the spirit in the best way. I love the setting. New Orleans is such a magical city. It does feel like stepping into the old world. You can feel the history and presence of magic of old walking the streets of New Orleans. The music, the art, the history…The author gives homage to that beauty and mystery. I love the conflicts within the characters as well as conflicts with external forces. The passion, the loyalty, the romance, the rage, the chaos, the hope, the mixture of fantasy and real world circumstances. I really wish the show would have followed this story path because it really would have been a game changer. I couldn’t get enough. I can’t wait to read the next book. So so good. Great job Julie Plec. You created something special I will cherish always. Great job Saskia Maarleveld. You brought these characters to life and continued my love for them. All the stars. Bravo.

the TV show is better

this is a good book but a little to slow for my taste. by I did enjoy so parts of it. the cw TV show is better. why is Klaus so damn love struck?

I absolutely love The Originals!!!!

I am so intrigued by The Originals Vampires, especially now that I am finally able to sit and read the books after watching the first three seasons. I can't get enough of them. Thank you Julie Plec for such an amazing storyline and irresistible characters.

Worth every minute

What did you love best about The Originals?

The store is intriguing and makes it hard to put the book down. It is worth every minute you spend enjoying the story narrated by Saskia Maarleveld.

Which character – as performed by Saskia Maarleveld – was your favorite?

It is hard to choose one character, they are all so good.

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

Yes, I did not want to put the book down and listened to it every chance I got until it was done.

I miss the Original Family

I loved the TV show so this side story was great. If I could hear the cast it would of topped this book,but the performance still captured it.

Great!

I loved this book even with seeing the show. Very well done!!! I recommend it.