
The Serpent of Venice
A Novel
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Euan Morton
New York Times best-selling author Christopher Moore channels William Shakespeare and Edgar Allan Poe in this satiric Venetian gothic featuring the irresistibly mischievous Pocket, the eponymous hero of Fool.
Venice, a really long time ago: Three prominent Venetians await their most loathsome and foul dinner guest, the erstwhile envoy from Britain who also happens to be a favorite of the Doge: The rascal-Fool Pocket. This trio of cunning plotters have lured Pocket to a dark dungeon, promising a spirited evening. Their invitation is, of course, bogus. These scoundrels have something far less amusing planned for the man who has consistently foiled their quest for power and wealth. But this Fool is no fool.…
Once again, Christopher Moore delivers a rousing literary satire: A dramedy mash-up rich with delights, including (but not limited to): Foul plots; counterplots; true love; jealousy; murder; betrayal; revenge; codpieces; a pound of flesh; occasional debauchery; and water (lots of water). Not to mention a cast Shakespeare himself would be proud of: Shylock; Iago; Othello; a bunch of other guys whose names end in o; a trio of comely wenches; the brilliant Fool; his large sidekick, Drool; Jeff, the pet monkey; a lovesick sea serpent; and a ghost (yes, there’s always a bloody ghost).
Wickedly witty and outrageously inventive, The Serpent of Venice pays cheeky homage to the Bard and illuminates the absurdity of the human condition as only Christopher Moore can.
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Clever, irreverent, and bawdy - the triple crown!
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I have a sort of love/hate thing for Moore's books -- some I read over and over and others I can't finish. I thought this one was quite good with many laugh-out-loud lines that had people staring at me at the gym. If you decide to get the book, here's a recommendation: when they read the cast of characters at the beginning, write it down.
Brilliant narration. Fun book.
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What did you love best about The Serpent of Venice?
At the time of listening to the book, I was teaching "Cask of Amontillado." Never once had I imagined a scenario where Fortunato/the Fool/Pocket escapes. Although the work is more Shakespeare than Poe, I liked the idea of it.Who was your favorite character and why?
I think the only answer here has to be Pocket, but I liked Jessica, too. I wasn't crazy about the mermaid/dragon/beast that is the serpent, but...What about Euan Morton’s performance did you like?
Great voice!Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
Because I know the works used, I had fun picking out the references.Any additional comments?
The beast is used too much and too easily to solve problems.Fun if you know Poe & Shakespeare
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A case for reading
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Would you listen to The Serpent of Venice again? Why?
I loved the Serpent of Venice. Cristopher Moore can tell a fun bawdy tale. I liked it so much that I then bought and listened to the previous edition in the series - Fool.What did you like best about this story?
Completely bawdy take on the Merchant of VeniceDid you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
Made me laugh like crazy!Any additional comments?
You have to like Bawdy to like this book. If you have listened or read to Lamb, I highly recommend it. It's the first Cristopher Moore book I read.Hilarious and Bawdy - as Christopher Moore Can Be
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Welcome back Pocket
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Rolicking, clever, and funny
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What a joy!
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another amazing Christopher Moore
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Another great listen from
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