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American Gods: The Tenth Anniversary Edition (A Full Cast Production)

By: Neil Gaiman
Narrated by: Ron McLarty, Daniel Oreskes, full cast
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Now a STARZ® Original Series produced by FremantleMedia North America starring Ricky Whittle, Ian McShane, Emily Browning, and Pablo Schreiber.

Locked behind bars for three years, Shadow did his time, quietly waiting for the day when he could return to Eagle Point, Indiana. A man no longer scared of what tomorrow might bring, all he wanted was to be with Laura, the wife he deeply loved, and start a new life.

But just days before his release, Laura and Shadow's best friend are killed in an accident. With his life in pieces and nothing to keep him tethered, Shadow accepts a job from a beguiling stranger he meets on the way home, an enigmatic man who calls himself Mr. Wednesday. A trickster and a rogue, Wednesday seems to know more about Shadow than Shadow does himself.

Life as Wednesday's bodyguard, driver, and errand boy is far more interesting and dangerous than Shadow ever imagined. Soon Shadow learns that the past never dies . . . and that beneath the placid surface of everyday life a storm is brewing—an epic war for the very soul of America—and that he is standing squarely in its path.

"Mystery, satire, sex, horror, poetic prose—American Gods uses all these to keep the reader turning the pages."—Washington Post

©2011 Neil Gaiman (P)2011 HarperCollins Publishers

Critic reviews

"This full-cast performance of the tenth anniversary edition of Neil Gaiman's American Gods (think director's cut) is one of the most mesmerizing audio experiences ever.... Ron McLarty plays a randy, crusty old Odin disguised as a white-collar con man to perfection. Daniel Oreskes's Shadow, the hero who doesn't know quite what he is, is masterful. Oliver Wyman, who did Mad Sweeney the Leprechaun, is a genius. Hats in the air for the whole cast, a flawless production, and a tour de force of a tale." ( AudioFile)
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Excellent performance

Excellent performance from the entire cast. Made some of the turns even more fun. Loved it.

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warning at the beginning

he warns you at the beginning that there are rambling sections that were removed by his first editor. I feel like I could hear them. it didn't detract from the story, but I could see why they were cut.
definitely a great listen and I recommend it. talented voice actors.

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A full ensemble really makes it better.

As good as my imagination is, a lone narrator can make it hard to keep track of lots of characters, and this the plot. The full cast helped keep me engaged and understanding. Thank you all!

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Loved it!

Listened while driving cross country. Got sucked in from start to finish! Would highly recommend!

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Probably the best book I have ever read.

I read a lot and a book hasn't gotten to me the way this one has since I was a boy. For an in depth review, check out For Love of the Page on youtube.

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Absolutely great

I loved this story, creative story line. After listening I tuned into the series, Loved it to.

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Beyond highly recommend- unreservedly so !

Brilliantly recorded with a fantastic cast. It’s so easy to see why this book won two spectacular awards. If you’re reading this - stop reading and just buy it. Nuff said - hands down perhaps in the top 5 on my audible best books - and right now it first place ! This book will become a legendary classic. And if your not already a Neil Gaiman fan remember this there two two types of audible listeners- first the ones that are enormous fans of Neil Gaiman- and the others and ones that eventually WILL be ! Enjoy this special book...

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An amazing story with a unique perspective on gods

I love this story very much, and I haven't been this satisfied with an audio book purchase since I got 2001: A Space Odyssey a couple of years ago. The 10th Anniversary Edition has some great stuff put back in that the original book is missing which ties up a few loose ends, nicely, and I really, REALLY hope this isn't the last time we hear from Shadow Moon and company!

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great storytelling

what a great piece of story telling. so much detail and a really cool idea

as a fan of the show I decided to get the book. definitely happy I did so much more going on.

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love this book!

Over the years I have read this book twice, decided to purchase for a long car ride. The narration was delightful. I highly recommend.

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