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  • Written by: Alexandre Dumas
  • Narrated by: John Lee
  • Length: 46 hrs and 56 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (161 ratings)

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The Count of Monte Cristo

Written by: Alexandre Dumas
Narrated by: John Lee
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Publisher's Summary

Audie Award, Solo Narration - Male, 2009

Dashing young Edmond Dantès has everything: a fine reputation, an appointment as captain of a ship, and the heart of a beautiful woman. But his perfect life is shattered when three jealous friends conspire to destroy him. Falsely accused of a political crime, Dantès is locked away for life in the infamous Chateau d'If prison. But it is there that Dantès learns of a vast hidden treasure. After 14 years of hopeless imprisonment, Dantès makes his daring escape and follows his secret map to untold fortune. Disguised now as the mysterious and powerful Count of Monte Cristo, Dantès seeks out his enemies - and nothing will stand in the way of his just revenge.

Filled with thrilling episodes of betrayal, romance, and revenge, The Count of Monte Cristo is one of the greatest adventure stories ever written.

Public Domain (P)2008 Blackstone Audio, Inc.

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Magnificent

John Lee's narration may take a chapter or two to grow on one, but he is precise and crisp and a pleasure to listen to. The text, of course, is incomparable: a work of inimitable genius; an incredibly intricate and detailed but eminently readable opus that tackles with grace, wit, and beauty the depths and heights of humanity. Absolutely magnificent.

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Very well done! Great story!

The presentation was very well done. This audio book I will listen to more than once. Well done!

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An Entertaining Rendition of a Classic

Loved this version of a classic novel. We listened to it as we travelled around France and continued to listen when we returned home to Canada and were driving long distances. The narration and characterization were excellent; it was clearly articulated and very easy to differentiate between the many characters.

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Great Book

It is long, but a blast, the narrator runs through many accents across Europe and handles them all quite well. #Audible1

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Best book ever written

I continue to read this over and over again. It it to me the most wonderful book ever written

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This book has it all.

Hooked right from the start. This behemoth of a book just doesn't let up, and you won't want it to. You'll have to draw out a character map to keep everyone straight.
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John Lee is a Legend

The Count of Monte Cristo is my favourite book. John Lee is my favourite narrator. It's a match made in heaven. Dumas' prose and Lee's talent for accents, every chapter is a joy to listen to.

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A top notch performance of a classic

John Lee executes a masterful reading of this signature work by Alexandre Dumas. At nearly 47 hours long this is a truly epic adventure and Lee keeps his audience riding along and engaged with the characters with his excellent sense of pacing and intonation and diction. Lee clearly has some expert vocal training.

The recording quality is excellent.

I can't say enough about the quality of this book. If you want an excellent audio version of The Count of Monte Cristo, look no further.

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Well Done

I really enjoyed the clever revenge Edmond Dante executed. John lee narrator was great. Excellent

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Very well narrated / One of the greatest books eve

One of the Best books I have ever read. Great story of a man young naive and nice who gets betrayed and seeks his revenge in a intricate manner. The book is very different from the movie filled with adventure, action and romance. Its worth a second - or third- reading

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