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  • Written by: John Stephens
  • Narrated by: Jim Dale
  • Length: 11 hrs and 38 mins
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars (33 ratings)

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The Emerald Atlas

Written by: John Stephens
Narrated by: Jim Dale
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Publisher's Summary

"A strong . . . trilogy, invoking just a little Harry Potter and Series of Unfortunate Events along the way."—Realms of Fantasy

Siblings Kate, Michael, and Emma have been in one orphanage after another for the last ten years, passed along like lost baggage.

Yet these unwanted children are more remarkable than they could possibly imagine. Ripped from their parents as babies, they are being protected from a horrible evil of devastating power, an evil they know nothing about.

Until now.

Before long, Kate, Michael, and Emma are on a journey through time to dangerous and secret corners of the world . . . a journey of allies and enemies, of magic and mayhem. And—if an ancient prophesy is true—what they do can change history, and it's up to them to set things right.

"A new Narnia for the tween set."—The New York Times

"[A] fast-paced, fully imagined fantasy."—Publishers Weekly

"Echoes of other popular fantasy series, from "Harry Potter" to the "Narnia" books, are easily found, but debut author Stephens has created a new and appealing read . . ."—School Library Journal, Starred Review

©2011 John Stephens (P)2011 Listening Library

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Enjoyed

Loved the story, Jim Dale is a fabulous narrator, will definitely get the next books.

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Quite entertaining

The audio book is done very well. Jim Dale does a great job.
The story is fun and engaging.

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Stellar book

Absolutely loved this, just finished listening to the Harry Potter series narated by Jim Dale and stumbled onto this gem. Great story telling and amazing narration, couldnt stop listening.

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Well developed world and great narration!

I love books that create whole other worlds for you to fall into. This series has a similar feel to Harry Potter, although not as thoroughly developed, with magic, multiple kinds of creatures and prophecies. You come to really care for the characters and there are many tender moments. I also adore Jim Dale! He has to be the best narrator on the planet.

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Jim Dale 5* John Stephens 5*

Excellent story and narrator. Jim Dale voice acts all the voices himself. Its voice acting, not just reading the book. It adds so much more to the experience and with following the story. The book is written much better than the Harry Potter books. Its like Harry Potter mixed with lord of the rings. This series is a must in everyone's library.

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Fantastic series!

Well developed world and an amazing narrator! A very good adventure. Great for adults and kids.

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Overall okay

The story was a little dry but perhaps I am just the wrong age for it.

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