The Count of Monte Cristo

By: Alexandre Dumas

Narrated by: John Lee

Length: 46 hrs and 56 mins

Publisher's summary

Audie Award, Solo Narration - Male, 2009

Dashing young Edmond Dantès has everything: a fine reputation, an appointment as captain of a ship, and the heart of a beautiful woman. But his perfect life is shattered when three jealous friends conspire to destroy him. Falsely accused of a political crime, Dantès is locked away for life in the infamous Chateau d'If prison. But it is there that Dantès learns of a vast hidden treasure. After 14 years of hopeless imprisonment, Dantès makes his daring escape and follows his secret map to untold fortune. Disguised now as the mysterious and powerful Count of Monte Cristo, Dantès seeks out his enemies - and nothing will stand in the way of his just revenge.

Filled with thrilling episodes of betrayal, romance, and revenge, The Count of Monte Cristo is one of the greatest adventure stories ever written.

Public Domain (P)2008 Blackstone Audio, Inc.

A good book, which is narrated amazingly

Would you consider the audio edition of The Count of Monte Cristo to be better than the print version?

I don't know because I did not read the printed one however, I think that for such a book the audio version might be better

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Count of Monte Cristo?

When the count understands that he is not as strong as god and no matter how carefully he plans his revenge he could not foresee all the consequences of his action and he start to regret.

Have you listened to any of John Lee’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

Yes I have listed to a few books that were narrated by him. They are all good, he is just a very good Narrator my favorite so far.

Truely a must read/listen to book

Would you listen to The Count of Monte Cristo again? Why?

I'm currently listening to it for the 2nd time and will definitely listen to it again multiply times at later dates. The story has everything you could want, love, betrayal, retaliation, redemption, trials and much more. The readers way of reading the story adds to depth of the story and gives feeling to it unlike some readers. I loved the story when I read the book many years ago but I feel like the reader brought it alive. Every time the story is read, new aspects that you didn't think about open to you. It gets you thinking about some of the history that happened during the period of the story and makes you curious to find out more details which makes the story come alive even more.

Who was your favorite character and why?

The abbey that was in prison with Edmond was my favorite character. He showed how we are not limited by the restrictions of our circumstances but how we go grow beyond them. And how we can be contented, pleasant and helpful to others even in our trials. If even 2% of the people in the world where like he was, things would be so much better.

Have you listened to any of John Lee’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

I had never listened to John Lee before. I will definitely be checking out the available books to see what else he had done.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

Power, corruption, betrayal, lust, murder, retaliation, money, love, intrigue this story has it all in such depth that you will be unable to turn away for wanting to know and see more.

Revenge!

A classic tale of revenge served cold, told in the nineteenth century style. I listened to the audio version as narrated by John Lee. Mr. Lee's voice is pleasant, his delivery fine, however, when he attempted Italian and Greek accents, I had to grit my teeth until that part of the story was over. Mercifully, most of the story is English, with bits of French, and on those he did very well. I speak as an English speaker, not a French speaker.

Great book, great reader

Revenge is a dish best-served cold, in this case really, really cold. Edmond Dant??s takes twenty years or more to exact his revenge on the men who stole his fiancee, his happiness, and years of his life.

This is one of the longest audiobooks I've ever listened to. It took me over 3 months to finish, but the story and the narrator made me excited to listen every chance I got. Great book! Highly recommended.

LOVE

I loved this book! I enjoyed the romantic language and the trip to a past time. Recommend to anyone.

Excellent read

Loved it. Great read. One of the best vegence stories. Well performed as well. I was concerned I would get bored since it was such a long book, but I stayed glued to it. Highly recommended.

One of my favorite classics

A well written story with strong character development and a wonderful plot. Performance is spot on!

Top of my list

Would you consider the audio edition of The Count of Monte Cristo to be better than the print version?

I think I would rather read than listen if I had to do it again.... or maybe listen and read.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Mercedes - such an innocent victim.

Which character – as performed by John Lee – was your favorite?

Sinbad

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

When Edmund got out of prison.

Best ever could not believe it........

Where does The Count of Monte Cristo rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Top 3 I have ever heard........

What did you like best about this story?

All the change ups, and the context and the detail. The patience of the writer

Which character – as performed by John Lee – was your favorite?

The count and his babe

Classic

Very well written, good narration. I enjoyed this book a lot, there's definetely a good reason for it to be a classic. The only thing I would change is that it is very long, and some parts could be shorter. I was not disappointed, from begining to end it's a book that holds your attention.