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Nightmares & Dreamscapes, Volume II

By: Stephen King
Narrated by: Stephen King, Kathy Bates, Matthew Broderick, Tim Curry
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Publisher's summary

A star-studded cast of readers present unabridged tales of horror and suspense from Stephen King's classic best-selling short story collection. This volume includes "Chattery Teeth", read by Kathy Bates; "My Pretty Pony", Jerry Garcia; "Sneakers", David Cronenberg; "Dedication", Lindsay Crouse; "The Doctor's Case", Tim Curry; "The Moving Finger", Eve Beglarian"; "The End of the Whole Mess", Matthew Broderick; "Home Delivery", Stephen King.
©1993 Stephen King (P)2009 Simon and Schuster

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The audiobook that started it all...

I used to own N&D Vol. II on cassette and listened to these tales as bedtime stories, so I am completely biased when expressing my affection for them. I can say, having heard these stories over and over again, The Doctor's Case is my personal favorite. For those who aren't familiar, it's actually a Sherlock Holmes story, very well read by Tim Curry. I also loved Sneakers, read by David Cronenberg. Ferris Buel- I mean Matthew Broderick, Kathy Bates, Jerry Garcia, Lindsay Crouse, and Eve Belgarian(?) contribute their vocal talents to the other stories, which range from life advice( My Pretty Pony) to silly horror (The Moving Finger). Nevertheless, I really enjoyed most of these stories, but I have a very soft spot for Home Delivery. This one, about an end of the world scenario (not the only one in this volume), is read by the Master of Horror himself, Stephen King. Some people don't care for his narration. I LOVE listening to King talk. Check Needful Things if you want a sample. This collection is the reason I listen to audiobooks today.

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Better than his novels

I like King's short stories better than his novels, which I often feel are too long. This and his other short story compilations allow you to enjoy his writing in more easily digestible pieces. The audio version is great for commuting because you can finish a story in 1 to 2 hours.

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Stephen King Rocks!

Another great book from the greatest writer alive.
Stephen King is truly a one of a kind story teller.

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Not King's Best Stuff

With a couple exceptions (I'm partial to "Home Delivery"), these aren't King's best stories. The narrators are among some of the worst I've heard, particularly Jerry Garcia. Yes, that Jerry Garcia.

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Love it

Saweet! Was not big on audio books, I am now! Listening while I cooked and cleaned

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Not as good as 1st one at all!

I disagree with reviewers who think this one is better than first Volume - it's not! I really enjoyed most of the first volume. This one - one story maybe sort of. The readers are first rate! but the stories are not good. Only enjoyed King's attempt at Sherlock Holmes and last story read by King himself about zombies. Rest are not good! Weirdo ideas with endings that make you irritated.

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Better than volume 1

I enjoyed just about all of these stories including the readers. Definitely better than volume one. I especially enjoyed "The End of the Whole Mess" and and "Chattery Teeth." But I did enjoy them all. Kathy Bates was my favorite reader. Great read for pre-Halloween time of year.

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Not worth the time.

Difficult to follow. Only found that 2 of the stories were even worth a listen. The some of the celebs read well, others are difficult to hear or understand. Don't bother.

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strong stories

loved it, kept me glued to each story. one of the bettet versions. recomend to anyone who likes King.

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Great stories

Love this book. I would recommend others to listen to it. One of my favorites

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