Repeat Customer

A Warning to the Curious by Montague Rhodes James.

Revisado: 06-15-12

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Yes, I would recommend this audiobook to a friend. It is an interesting ghost story and read well by David Collings. In his stories, the author M.R. James, takes us to another time and place. I would like to introduce my friends to M.R. James stories. This audiobook for this story and the others are easier and more fun to first hear than to read the print, although, I do enjoy James' books.

What was one of the most memorable moments of A Warning to the Curious?

There were several memorable moments in A Warning to the Curious. One was when the two gentlemen began to see in the hallway the shadow or the weak ghost that had been following Mr. Paxton. Another was when the three were walking to the mound and became aware of the "dim presences" and "restraint hostility" of something nearby them. James' descriptions are pleasing and often startling. Another moment is when the two gentlemen found Mr. Paxton lying on the beach, "after the snares of death overtook him". I love the way James' writes.

Which scene was your favorite?

The scene where Mr. Paxton is first explaining to the two gentlemen how he came to find the crown is my favorite because the writing allows you to go where Paxton went and share his experiences. In his audiobook reading, this scene is where David Collings is superb.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

The story is overall enjoyable and David Collings is an ideal narrator.

Any additional comments?

Montague Rhodes James' stories are unique and enjoyable. He lived at a different time and was well educated. This is evident in his ghost stories.

Has calificado esta reseña.

Reportaste esta reseña

The Fenstanton Witch - Chilling Story

Revisado: 06-15-12

Would you consider the audio edition of The Fenstanton Witch to be better than the print version?

I loved the audio edition of The Fenstanton Witch. I also loved the print version. I enjoy many of M.R. James ghost stories. The "ghost" are more like "demons" as is the case with The Fenstanton Witch.

What did you like best about this story?

I enjoyed the description of the demon standing over the witch's grave.

Which character – as performed by David Collings – was your favorite?

My favorite character is the narrator, the author M.R. James, not a character in the story. The story is read by David Collings. T

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

The story gave me the chills. I smiled. I am a fan of M.R. James.

Any additional comments?

The British actor, David Collings is my favorite narrator. He is a wonderful narrator for the M.R. James stories. His voice is not a monotone as some of the professional speakers who sound like commericial spokesmen. His voice is not course and irritating like some others. It is clear and well modulated. He is able to change voices according to which character he is reading. He performs distinctive voices for the different characters. David Collings is able to deftly switch from one voice to another with ease. True, even when the characters are speaking to one another or as a group. This is a remarkable ability.

Has calificado esta reseña.

Reportaste esta reseña