• Peter and the Starcatchers

  • The Starcatchers, Book 1
  • By: Dave Barry, Ridley Pearson
  • Narrated by: Jim Dale
  • Length: 8 hrs and 40 mins
  • 4.6 out of 5 stars (4,430 ratings)

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Peter and the Starcatchers

By: Dave Barry, Ridley Pearson
Narrated by: Jim Dale
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Publisher's summary

Best-selling authors Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson have turned back the clock and revealed a wonderful story that precedes J. M. Barrie's beloved Peter Pan.

In an evocative and fast-paced adventure on the high seas and on a faraway island, an orphan boy named Peter and his mysterious new friend, Molly, overcome bands of pirates and thieves in their quest to keep a fantastical secret safe and save the world from evil.

This riveting adventure takes listeners on a journey from a harsh orphanage in old England to a treacherous sea in a decrepit old tub. Aboard the Never Land is a trunk that holds a magical substance with the power to change the fate of the world - just a sprinkle and wounds heal; just a dusting and people can fly. Towering seas and a violent storm are the backdrop for battles at sea. Bone-crushing waves eventually land our characters on Mollusk Island - where the action really heats up.

Peter and the Starcatchers is brimming with richly developed characters, from the scary but somehow familiar Black Stache and the ferocious Mister Grin to the sweet but sophisticated Molly and the fearless Peter.

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©2004 Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson (P)2004 Brilliance Audio

Critic reviews

"The real lure is the richly drawn characters, especially the villains, who exhibit just the right amount of swagger and smirk." (Booklist)

"Jim Dale gives a one-man performance that is truly astonishing. He creates distinct voices for all the characters - pirates, women, British soldiers, and native tribesmen. Adults and children alike will enjoy this rollicking tale." (AudioFile)

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Charming!

Fun to hear the beginning to Peter, why he is able to fly, and Neverland.

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I always wondered where Peter Pan came from.

If you could sum up Peter and the Starcatchers in three words, what would they be?

Swashbuckling. Unexpected. Fun.

Which scene was your favorite?

I liked the scene when the mermaids were chasing the longboat.

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Jim Dale always does a great job with his characters.

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Fun and exciting.

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This book was just fun. It had wonderful visuals, cheeky humour, action and a great story.

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love this book!

great book! Intriguing! Kept our interest, loved learning how the story lead into the Peter Pan tale we all know. - from a huge Harry Potter Fan.

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How it all began

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

I have loved Peter Pan since early childhood. This was a great way for me to finally explore how Peter came to be.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Peter and the Starcatchers?

Learning how Peter came to fly and not aging.

Which character – as performed by Jim Dale – was your favorite?

All of them.

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

The moment Peter was sitting at the table deciding not to go back to London.

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Ready to get the next one.

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Excellent

Jim Dale does it again.

It’s a fun origin story for Peter Pan and ahis villains.

Just give it a listen

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fell in love again

At 63, I'm probably not the target audience for these stories, but oh how I enjoyed it! It was like being a kid again for awhile, truly a Peter Pan experience!

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Now we know about Peter - finally

A delightful story that also answered questions that I had for years. Read by Jin Dale, I couldn’t put it down!

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Kids were riveted!

We enjoyed the adventure, the friendships, and the characters. Jim Dale is amazing! Great family novel.

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Great story!

A great story line and a wonderful reading as usual by Jim Dale. A bit dragged out in some of the chapters but, I look forward to Book 2.

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