Snuff

By: Terry Pratchett

Narrated by: Stephen Briggs

Length: 11 hrs and 29 mins

Publisher's summary

For nearly three decades, Terry Pratchett has enthralled millions of fans worldwide with his irreverent, wonderfully funny satires set in the fabulously imaginative Discworld, a universe remarkably similar to our own. From sports to religion, politics to education, science to capitalism, and everything in between, Pratchett has skewered sacred cows with both laughter and wisdom, and exposed our warts, foibles, and eccentricities in a unique, entertaining, and ultimately serious way.

At long last, Lady Sybil has lured her husband, Sam Vimes, on a well-deserved holiday away from the crime and grime of Ankh-Morpork. But for the commander of the City Watch, a vacation in the country is anything but relaxing. The balls, the teas, the muck - not to mention all that fresh air and birdsong - are more than a bit taxing on a cynical city-born and -bred copper.

Yet a policeman will find a crime anywhere if he decides to look hard enough, and it’s not long before a body is discovered, and Sam - out of his jurisdiction, out of his element, and out of bacon sandwiches (thanks to his well-meaning wife) - must rely on his instincts, guile, and street smarts to see justice done. As he sets off on the chase, though, he must remember to watch where he steps... This is the countryside, after all, and the streets most definitely are not paved with gold.

Hailed as the “purely funniest English writer since Wodehouse” (Washington Post Book World), with a “satirist’s instinct for the absurd and a cartoonist’s eye for the telling detail” (Daily Telegraph, London), Terry Pratchett offers a novel of crime, class, prejudice, and punishment that shows this master at his dazzling best.

©2011 Terry and Lyn Pratchett (P)2011 HarperCollins Publishers

There's just never enough!

Have restarted the disc world series for the 3rd time. Can't get enough of these family favorites

yes or tea

auto correct not helping . read this book yaay for Sir Samuel and Sir Terry. listen to Stephen Briggs.

5 stars are not enough

And anyone giving less is doing an injustice to society. Thank the gods for this story, this writer, and this narrator.

The story will thrill you!

Mr. Briggs is a genius at voices. The story is full and thought provoking. You must get this!!

oh Sam

what an amazing book! Sam Vines Texas on yet another exciting Adventure when all he's supposed to do is spend time relaxing. It's on wavering call to the chase and the amazing characters met along the way.

Truly a work of art

Any additional comments?

I have read all the Discworld novels, and listened to all the audio books, and I must say that this one is among the top 3 for me for this series.

One stand out thing is that a particular detail about the very, very sad use of little jars (people who listened to this audio book will know what I refer to) brought me to tears. I have laughed out loud often as I read Discworld, but this was the first time I had fears fill my eyes, and that is certainly worth noting.

The character development of Vimes over the course of the series culminates in this book, and you are left with a profound respect for him as a human being. He is flawed, but his many fine qualities make him a very likeable person.

I admit that there were many little details that Pratchett masterfully included that had me worrying for Vimes' health as much as his wife does. He feels very real as a person, and he is in his fifties and has some cardiac issues so gets chest pains (though not often), he gets short of breath, he feels exhausted... His wife watches his diet like a hawk, and after subtle cardiac symptoms through the whole book,I found myself holding my breath in concern when he finally indulges in a less-than-healthy meal, I was afraid the book may have been building up to a horrible end in which he dies of a gigantic heart attack. I won't spoil it, but just know that after 39 books, you find yourself worrying about your favorite characters like they are your own family. It is so rare to read a book series that affects me that deeply.

What more is there to be said! Pratchett is a master story teller, his tale is complicated but all the threads are tied together at the end, and the only negative thing I have to say is that this was the last book in the Discworld series (as far as I know at least - I have not seen any news on more Discworld books.)

A great one

This is one of the great ones. It might have been the last novel that Pratchett not only finished but polished and made it every thing it could be.

Great Story!

I just love Sam Vimes and the characters and storylines Terry Pratchett has come up with. He is so very creative and funny. This one is definitely one of my top favorites

Pratchett and Vimes Deliver Again

I love Terry Pratchett so I am biased. Sam Vimes is one of my favorites. Although, I can find no fault with any Vimes series except that I also love Carrot and wish he had a larger part. If you are thinking about this one then you have read other Discworld and Vimes novels so you know what to expect. This does not disappoint. I enjoyed I shall Wear Midnight and Unseen Academicals but this one was even better. Although he has Alzheimers, his wittiness and ablitiy to engage the reader are not deminished. Steven Briggs is awesome as always. Really, I have nothing bad to say about it. If you have not read or listened to all of the Vimes books please do before downloading this book. They are all on Audible. And Pratchett is now on Twttier and Facebook and is hinting at a new Moist Von Lipwig book. Well worth money or a credit just get it! :)

Always a fun read! Though I recommend listening!

Would you listen to Snuff again? Why?

Yes, I would listen to Snuff again. For pure light hearted escape entertainment! With some fun sarcasm thrown in. NOT fluff!

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

Briggs is pitch perfect in his characterizations! I thoroughly enjoy listening to him!

Any additional comments?

Reliable enjoyment!