• Minecraft: The Island (Narrated by Jack Black)

  • An Official Minecraft Novel
  • By: Max Brooks
  • Narrated by: Jack Black
  • Length: 6 hrs and 17 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (3,145 ratings)

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Minecraft: The Island (Narrated by Jack Black)

By: Max Brooks
Narrated by: Jack Black
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Publisher's summary

The first official Minecraft novel! In the tradition of iconic adventures like Robinson Crusoe and Treasure Island, the number one New York Times best-selling author of World War Z tells the story of a hero - stranded in the world of Minecraft - who must unravel the secrets of a mysterious island in order to survive.

Washed up on a beach, the lone castaway looks around the shore. Where am I? Who am I? And why is everything made of blocks? But there isn't much time to soak up the sun. It's getting dark, and there's a strange new world to explore!

The top priority is finding food. The next is not becoming food. Because there are others out there on the island...like the horde of zombies that appear after night falls. Crafting a way out of this mess is a challenge like no other. Who could build a home while running from exploding creepers, armed skeletons, and an unstoppable tide of hot lava? Especially with no help except for a few makeshift tools and sage advice from an unlikely friend: a cow.

In this world, the rules don't always make sense, but courage and creativity go a long way. There are forests to explore, hidden underground tunnels to loot, and undead mobs to defeat. Only then will the secrets of the island be revealed.

Two editions, two narrators, one thrilling story. Enjoy this version read by Jack Black, and then be sure to check out the other available version narrated by Samira Wiley.
©2017 Max Brooks (P)2017 Random House Audio

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better then I thought!

I was surprised how much I enjoyed this book. Max showed me again how to write a captivating and interesting story and jack black absolutely killed this performance. it was thrilling and thoroughly enjoyable!

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Fun for kids

My kids loved listening to this on car rides and Jack Black does a fabulous job!

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Why this book is the best Minecraft book I’ve ever read. Explained in description

So this is a great book. Love the sound affects and was relaxing and engaging. I’m 12 so that’s just my opinion so every buddy that likes Minecraft should listen.

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Very great and descriptive

I love how it is just so accurate with Minecraft
And how it isn’t cheesy and approved by Mojang 🇸🇪

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This is the best Minecraft novel I've read 100/10

I love this book it was the best and I can't wait for the second one 🙂

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A spiritual experience

Written by Max Brooks and narrated by Jack Black? How much more awesome could you possibly pack into an audiobook? A sublime, spiritual experience that was both uplifting and inspiring.

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A Minecraft Novel?! It's actually pretty cool!

If you're a fan of the game or know someone who is, this is a fun novel that follows someone from the very beginning, never before even seen the game to expert level. all as seen through the eyes of the character in the game. Between the great story telling of Max Brooks and fun personality Jack Black brings to it, this book is great. Highly recommend it for fans of the game.

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Love it

I loved everything in it I would recommend it to all ages I wanna. Meet the narrator

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jack black did good

I loved it Jack black really helped make the story into a true master work

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LOVE IT

best minecraft book in my opinion. super descriptive and extremely fun to listen to. worth the money. buy it now! its the most amazing book ive ever--- ah just kidding im not a bot but either way good book.

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