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The Storyteller

By: Jodi Picoult
Narrated by: Mozhan Marno, Jennifer Ikeda, Edoardo Ballerini, Suzanne Toren, Fred Berman
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Jodi Picoult's poignant number one New York Times best-selling novels about family and love tackle hot-button issues head on. In The Storyteller, Sage Singer befriends Josef Weber, a beloved Little League coach and retired teacher. But then Josef asks Sage for a favor she never could have imagined - to kill him. After Josef reveals the heinous act he committed, Sage feels he may deserve that fate. But would his death be murder or justice?

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4th Book By This Author

I love a good WWII book, and this one has unique aspects that make it more interesting than just a typical historical fiction. Narration is great, though a bit choppy at points. Though nothing too egregious.

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Captivating!

I generally don’t like to read WWII stories, because growing up in Soviet Union I was over fed with them. But this book is an absolute gem. It is very well researched and gives the reader a glimpse of the horror of the holocaust without being overwhelming.

The characters are complex and relatable, and the plot is both captivating and heart-wrenching.

The Storyteller is a story about forgiveness, redemption, and the weight of guilt. The author does a fantastic job of weaving multiple storylines together, each with its own unique perspective and voice. The way she explores the themes of love and loss, and the impact of trauma on individuals and families, is truly masterful.

The writing style is engaging and the pacing is perfect, with twists and turns that keep you guessing until the very end. The book is well worth the read and will stay with you long after you’ve finished it. Overall, The Storyteller is an excellent book that I highly recommend.

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Jodi P. just doesn't get old.

One of her best books yet! Beautifully narrated as well. I hadn't read/ listened to any of her books in a while, and fell in love all over again. A sad, but amazing story.

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Tough topic but beautifully written

This book was hard to read at times because of the difficult content. But I loved how the author developed her characters with grace and beauty and how they all came together in the end. Long book but kept me coming back for more.

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Minks… the details and the narration of this part if the book were fantastic.

I especially enjoyed how the different parts of the story were skillfully woven together. There was never a time in this book where I was bored.

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This and the Nightingale

One of the best books I’ve ever read. It was not only a fantastic nazi story - it made you really think twice about the people and minds trapped during that time. On both the “good and bad” sides….

Simply beautiful.

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I couldn’t stop listening

This is by far one of the best books I’ve listened to this year. The story is absolutely captivating, and gut wrenching. As it describes holocaust scenes, it is not for the faint of heart. Jodi brings the reader into the horrifying reality of such a great tragedy and illuminates the strength of the human spirit.

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Wow, the twists and turns are amazing

I love this book and the intricacies of the characters and stories. I would have liked a little more focus on the two main characters but overall love the book. There are parts that are devastating to hear but are accurate to history. Definitely recommend.

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One of Picoult's best

Moral dilemnas, the most difficult of ethical considerations are embraced in this tale of a Nazi who wants to die at the hands of the granddaughter of one of his victims. Fascinating characters, incredible story within a story, this is a journey for the listener into the past most have forgotten. Visceral and heart wrenching this amazingly well told story is one of Picoult''s most interesting and absorbing books.

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She has outdone herself!

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

I have about 400 books in my audible library, and this ranks among the best!

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Storyteller?

All of it.

What about the narrators’s performance did you like?

There are several narrators for all of the roles, and all were great.

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

The ending.

Any additional comments?

I have read all of Jodi Picoult's books, and they are all great but this one is the best.

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