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Juliet, Naked
- Narrated by: Jennifer Wiltsie, Ben Miles, Bill Irwin
- Length: 8 hrs and 52 mins
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Summary
The unabridged, downloadable audiobook of Nick Hornby's touching tale Juliet, Naked, read by Jennifer Wiltsie, Bill Irwin and Ben Miles.
Annie's put fifteen years into safe, slightly obsessive Duncan, and now she'd like her money back, please. It's time to move on. But she lives in Gooleness, the north's answer to a question nobody asked. Is she really going to find real, proper, fell-it-deep-down-in-your-boots love on a damp and windy seafront? Or perhaps she should follow her heart and pursue Tucker, the reclusive American rock star, who keeps emailing her his smart advice.
But between Annie and her second chance lie a few obstacles. There's Malcolm, the world's most judgemental therapist, and Barnesy, the north's most extrovert dancer. There's what men and women will do and won't do for love. And, of course, there's Tucker...
Hilarious and tender, this bestselling novel will move you in ways both profound and surprising. It's Nick Hornby at his brilliant best. If you like David Nicholls, David Sedaris and Jonathan Coe you will love this book.
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Critic reviews
"Hornby writes with a funny, fresh voice which skewers male and female foibles with hilarious accuracy." ( Guardian)
"Hornby is a fine writer, swift and pointed, with a lighter more mischevious heart than he lets on, and more sympathy for the devil than he admits to." ( New York magazine)
"Hornby's best novel to date" ( Spectator)
"Sharply funny, touching" ( Daily Telegraph)
"Pitch-perfect" ( Observer)
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Overall4 out of 5 stars
- Margaret
- 11-11-10
many great moments
Most people listening to iPods are not also laughing out loud, but you may do if you get this audiobook! It has the wit, the incongruity and the twists of plot typical of Nick Hornby. Perhaps some of the central section is a bit long, but overall the narration by three readers works well and it is an enjoyable listen as well as a shrewd observation of elements of our world.
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
- Hayley
- 12-11-09
Hornby at his best!
I've read most of Hornby's other books and thought I'd get this download for my commute to work. Have to say that I've never been happier in the traffic. It's insightful, interesting, nostalgic and incredibly witty. If you like to be entertained, you'll love this book.
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- Miss
- 02-05-15
A bit predictable but enjoyable anyway
Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?
I listened to he book driving to and from work and so enjoyed the story to a certain extent, not sure I would have been captivated on holiday for example though
Would you be willing to try another book from Nick Hornby? Why or why not?
Yes if the story had a little more depth
Which character – as performed by the narrators – was your favourite?
I liked tucker crowe
If this book were a film would you go see it?
I wouldn't rush to the cinema unfortunately
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Overall4 out of 5 stars
- Nigel
- 01-01-11
Hornby back on track
Humorous dysfunction, well read, makes for a good listen. If you want something that?s for the most part light-hearted, quirkily observant and will now and again put a smile on your face; then this is for you.
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
- William
- 14-03-10
Top form
I thought this was one of Nick Hornby's best and the audio book is well performed and well paced.
Nick's ongoing exploration of the male psyche is undertaken this time from a womans perspective. The premise of the story is that her live in partner is one of a selct group of similar obsessives who worship a reclusive ex rock star. When he releases a new album she dares criticise it on the web but, to her surprise, finds that the one person who agrees with her views is the rock star himself. A relationship is born.
The themes in Hornby's work often revolve around the male need to immerse themselves and over analyse. This comes out in various ways as diverse as record collecting, football supporting and, in this case, an ego driven need to be "experts" and completists.
Nick's insights are often painfully accurate.
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- Olivia Tennant
- 24-01-20
What's with the accent?!
The story is ok, if cliched. I didn't mind that especially, but the female and child accents attempted by the male American reader was frankly weird and awful. I assume it was an attempt at English but the effect is a weird-sounding, monotonous South African. Really very odd. Spoilt it for me!
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
- Nilufer
- 30-10-09
An ideal audio book
This was one of my first listens on audible and I was very pleased with my choice. I had a great time listening to this bok in the gym, whilst commuting and even doing chores at home. Time flew.. The narration is absolutely fantastic. If you like Nick Hornby, you will love listening to this book.
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- R. Owen
- 19-11-15
A great story for music fans - and their partners!
What made the experience of listening to Juliet, Naked the most enjoyable?
The different voices for each character
What other book might you compare Juliet, Naked to, and why?
High Fidelity
Which character – as performed by the narrators – was your favourite?
Annie
Any additional comments?
I found the music at the end of each chapter annoying, and also the American narrator's British accents were not great.
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
- Charles
- 05-05-10
Lighten the Load
I write this on the eve of the election and in the sure and certain knowledge that whichever party wins the most seats there are difficult times ahead. Against that background I recommend this book as a welcome ray of sunshine; a small, human tale of middle age frustrations; male obsessions and the ability to change for the better.
The book is funny, heart-warming and very well read (especially by Jennifer Wiltsie). If you enjoyed 'One Day' or 'Salmon Fishing in the Yemen' or most Richard Curtis comedies then this is well worth getting.
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Overall5 out of 5 stars
- Mrs. REP
- 01-02-11
A really good listen.
I really enjoyed listening to this and didn't want to put it down.
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