The Gods of Mars

Barsoom Series, Book 2

By: Edgar Rice Burroughs

Narrated by: Scott Brick

Soldier and adventurer John Carter tells the story of how he returns to the planet Mars to be reunited with his love, the Martian princess Dejah Thoris. With his great friend Tars Tarkas, mighty Jeddak of Thark, Carter sets out in search of his princess. But Dejah Thoris has vanished. And Carter becomes trapped in the legendary Eden of Mars, from which none has ever escaped alive.

Public Domain (P)2012 Tantor

one of the best books I've ever read

I find that the narrator was just as good as the book as with any story you listen to on tape it takes a little while to get used to the person reading it but in this case I found that I got used to the person reading it very quickly he was awesome full of expression and kept me listening to it fervently. the book itself was awesome full of action and compassion and heroism. I love the main character and all of his much-needed forged relationships along the way each character you meet in the story has its own unique background and attraction. the story is so full of twists and turns I found that not through a single part of the story was I bored in fact I hated the moments that I had to shut it off and jump back into the real world. I'm going to leave this review short while just adding that I appreciate much that the author put so much work into this book and the narrator as well. thank you for delivering an amazing story which kept me hemmed on the edge of my seat from start to finish. I can't wait to start the third book!!!!!!!

Masterful Narrator

The story is entertaining despite its age. This one of the John Carter books was serialized in 1913 and published in 1918. Scott Brick’s performance is especially masterful.

The Gods of Mars

Scott Brick nails this trilogy. Listening to this version is by far my favorite. I suggest getting this trilogy, then the Barsoom anthology. Yeah, it’s that good.

Love these books

If you could sum up The Gods of Mars in three words, what would they be?

Typical John Carter

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Gods of Mars?

The fight with the Plant Men

Which character – as performed by Scott Brick – was your favorite?

Brick is fantastic as always. He portrays John Carter very well.

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

I pretty much did.

Any additional comments?

I've read and have loved these novels for over 35 years. I keep coming back and I enjoy them just as much with each re-reading or listen.

Vivid imagination holds true today

The amazing imagination of the author provides a deep, rich story that modern readers can enjoy every bit as the contemporary readers of his time representing a bygone age of love, selflessness, and chivalry.