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The Island of Doctor Moreau - Unabridged
- Narrated by: Kevin Theis
- Length: 5 hrs and 8 mins
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Categories: Literature & Fiction, Classics
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Publisher's Summary
This is an audio enhanced version - with music and sound effects - of a book long hailed as one of the great science fiction classics, H.G. Wells' The Island of Doctor Moreau. It tells the story of Edward Prendick, a shipwreck survivor who is brought to an uncharted island where he encounters Doctor Moreau, a mad scientist bent on experimenting with human/animal hybrids.
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- Troy Buffington
- 09-09-18
Creepy
The story is already compelling. The narrator adds character and emotion. You’ll feel the terror and isolation.
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- Kristoffer Hess
- 08-30-18
An Excellent Rendition of a Horror Classic
The narrator, Kevin Theis, gives a great performance in this rendition of a classic horror story. Through Kevin Theis' performance Edward’s confusion, horror and resulting fear from his experience really come through making listening this audio book an exciting experience.
I was given this book by the narrator, author or publisher free for an honest review.
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- Deedra
- 08-28-18
The Island of Dr Moreau
Wow!What an exciting version of the old classic!Kevin Theis does a fantastic job narrating this book.There are also apprpriate sound effects also.A man washes ashore on an Island.This turns out to be a blessing and a curse.I was given this book by the narrator,author or publisher free for an honest review.
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- Karl hill
- 09-12-19
Another Great Classic Narrated by Kevin Theis!
Usually I start my reviews talking about the book, but Kevin Theis did another amazing job on this H.G. Wells story. The sound effects are perfectly used and not overdone. He adds such a theatrical element to the story telling. The emotions that I was supposed to feel were greatly heightened with his performance. If you are looking through the several H.G. Wells books and trying to find a good narrator look no further.
The Island of Doctor Moreau was a great listen. I don't think I enjoyed it as much as The Time Machine, but it is a very, very close second (and can see myself listening again in the future.) I was creeped out, surprised, and driven to want to find out the ending. I can see where several books and movies today have probably drawn inspiration from this unique Victorian story. I do not think I have read another Victorian novel close to it. If you enjoy Victorian novels and want to try something new, this is a great place to start.
I received a copy of this audiobook at my request, and I have voluntarily left this review.
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- Julie Garrett
- 08-29-18
Really enjoyed
Wow I really loved hearing this story. Kevin Theis truly brought this story to life. I actually had a few moments of fear and chills. When you listen to this book you feel as if you're right there. Kevin did an extraordinary job making me feel all the feels.
I highly recommend this book
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- THE Steve
- 08-28-18
chilling!!
very exciting and chilling! Mr Theis has brought out the horror i felt when i first read this classic as a boy.. Well done, Sir!
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- Rachel
- 09-06-19
Great book, great performance
Classic Wells - great stuff. And the narration is topnotch. If you like Wells, or if you're curious about this particular book, this is a great audiobook to pick up!
(I got free codes from the narrator for this, and am voluntarily leaving a review)
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- MichaelR
- 08-12-19
Best Narrator ever!
classic story, brought to life by a masterful reading. Highly recommended. Kevin is an outstanding talent, and should be signed to a huge hollywood contract...
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- Gustavo
- 02-04-19
Great story, good narration
I liked the story and the narration. Kept me hooked until I finished the book.
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- Tommy Burkhardt
- 11-16-18
Pick this Version.
This narrator actually changes his voice and does a great job portraying the characters and bringing life too Wells creations.
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- Rayc
- 09-20-20
A classic
Classic from the master of fiction H.G Wells.
It is classic fiction. The language and style of writing is from the 1800s.
Great entertainment and superbly narrated by Kevin Theis. Who brings this book to life.
I received this audio book at my own request and voluntarily leave this honest review. .
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- Karen
- 09-11-18
Great
A classic, but one I had never had the opportunity to read.
The story was interesting, but the ambience provided by the sound effects and music really made it come alive.
The narrator had the perfect voice for a classic
I was offered this book in exchange for an honest review