Matilda

By: Roald Dahl

Narrated by: Kate Winslet

The classic story from Roald Dahl, about an exceptional young girl with extraordinary powers. Adapted into a Tony Award-winning Broadway musical and a Netflix film!

Matilda is a sweet, exceptional young girl, but her parents think she's just a nuisance. She expects school to be different but there she has to face Miss Trunchbull, a menacing, kid-hating headmistress. When Matilda is attacked by the Trunchbull she suddenly discovers she has a remarkable power with which to fight back. It'll take a superhuman genius to give Miss Trunchbull what she deserves and Matilda may be just the one to do it!

Here is Roald Dahl's original novel of a little girl with extraordinary powers. This much-loved story has recently been made into a wonderful new musical, adapted by Dennis Kelly with music and lyrics by Tim Minchin.

Even better than before- Kate Winslet was perfect!

Where does Matilda rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Probably my favorite audiobook I've listened to so far.

Who was your favorite character and why?

Matilda, of course.

Which scene was your favorite?

The first few chapters when Matilda was discovering reading and messing with her parents.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

This book makes you think about growing up, parenting, and everything in between. It made me grateful for my parents and made me want to constantly have a book in my hands.

Any additional comments?

Kate Winslet's narration was the most perfect thing ever. Even if you've already read this book, get her audio. It's a magical thing.

This is feel-good.

I was smiling frequently throughout. Childrens story. The characters are one dimensional and greatly exaggerated. And they are fun, fascinating, laughable. I loved these characters. The happy ending was good.

The narrator Kate Winslet was fabulous. I loved the way she interpreted characters.

Genre: children’s fiction

Fantastic reading

Well done Kate Winslet. I love this story. They should remake the movie with British actors

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This is the best book ever Matilda is the best the narrator is amazing too. I fully recommend this book.

Matilda

I loved every minute! The performance was wonderful, and the story was just what you expect from Dahl.