William Shakespeare's The Jedi Doth Return

By: Ian Doescher

Narrated by: Various

Hot on the heels of the New York Times best seller William Shakespeare’s Star Wars comes the final installment of the original trilogy: William Shakespeare’s The Jedi Doth Return. Prithee, attend the tale so far: Han Solo entombed in carbonite, the princess taken captive, the Rebel Alliance besieged, and Jabba the Hutt engorged. Now Luke Skywalker and his Rebel band must seek fresh allies in their quest to thwart construction of a new Imperial Death Star. But whom can they trust to fight by their side in the great battle to come? Cry “Ewok” and let slip the dogs of war!

This audiobook is read by Daniel Davis, Jonathan Davis, Ian Doescher, Jeff Gurner, January LaVoy, and Marc Thompson.

An immensely fulfilling journey

This may have been my favorite. Again I can't insist enough that the audio book is the superior format. The ending with the author is also charming and cheeky.

More Shakespearian Star Wars!

Would you consider the audio edition of William Shakespeare's The Jedi Doth Return to be better than the print version?

I always prefer to listen to audio of plays rather than reading it.

What other book might you compare William Shakespeare's The Jedi Doth Return to and why?

Obviously, the previous two books in the trilogy!

Which character – as performed by the narrators – was your favorite?

R2-D2

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes

Any additional comments?

I can't wait for the new trilogy to come out in audio!

Wonderful!

I love everything about this, the writing, the performances, and especially the story! Definitely worth listening!

Tis a Worthy Conclusion

If you've heard Verily A New Hope and The Empire Striketh Back, you already know what to expect. This falls right in line and completes the trilogy in its greatness. For those who have not yet experienced this... you're in for a treat. Shakespearean puns and mangled quotes run amuck through the galaxy far, far away, accompanied with all the ham-fisted, Monty Python style acting. And yet, there is another level of experience, as one would expect from reading the Bard's original works, so all of the drama and gravitas of the story is there to be had. Add in the familiar sound effects and classic John Williams music you remember, and this most unlikely mashup becomes a few hours of pure fun.

But then, having enjoyed the previous two, I'm already biased. You've not experienced Shakespeare until you've heard him in the original Huttese, and the songs from Jabba's band and the Ewoks just drive this performance over the top. It's a blast.

Star Wars fans should listen to this.

Would you listen to William Shakespeare's The Jedi Doth Return again? Why?

Yes cause the narrators and the end with Commentary from author and Shakespeare worth it.

What was one of the most memorable moments of William Shakespeare's The Jedi Doth Return?

The commentary.

Which character – as performed by the narrators – was your favorite?

Princess Leila Skywalker.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

No I workout to it in two days.

Any additional comments?

Book 7 maybe?