- The Lovely Bones by Alice Seibold Unabridged Audio Book
- Written by Alice Sebold
- Narrated by Alyssa Bresnahan
- ISBN-10: 1402521154
- Unabridged Audio Book on Cassette
- 7 Cassettes/ 12 hours
- Genre: Fiction
It may be difficult to imagine a life-affirming book which begins with the main character, a 14-year old girl,recounting her rape and murder, but Alice Sebold’s debut novel is just such a book. Having received advance critical acclaim that before now was reserved only for literary giants, this book will no doubt invite comparisons to works such as Tracy Chevalier’s The Girl With The Pearl Earring and Toni Morison’s Beloved.
When we first meet 14-year old Susie Salmon,she is already in heaven. In the first chapter she recounts her brutal rape and murder at the hands of a neighbor. The rest of the novel, spanning nearly 20 years, is narrated by Susie from heaven. Susie describes heaven for us as she watches her family struggle to come to grips with her death. She keeps a watchful eye on her younger brother and sister, her friends, and even her murderer and his fate.
Amazingly, The Lovely Bones is not a depressing novel. And, despite the magical elements, Sebold’s style can only be described as ultimately believable. Far from being sentimental, Susie’s story is crisp, clean and full of hope.
The Lovely Bones will take you on a journey you’ve never been on before. It will leave you transformed and filled with a deeper love of both life and family. The entire editorial staff at Recorded Books Direct wholeheartedly chooses this title as a best “listen.” Alyssa Bresnahan’s powerful narration sets the perfect tone for this breathtaking story that will keep you spellbound until the very last word and even thereafter.
A fresh and unique treatment of the question that humans have pondered since the Garden. Susie Salmon’s journey from the cold earth of the grave to the warmth and peace of living in the universe that has been given to us. Comforting, painful, harsh and homey, this is an experience that should not be missed
I could not wait to continue listening to this book. I listened in the car, in the house, everywhere I could. What a fabulous book. Entertaining, sad, funny, serious and thought provoking. Best book ever.
This audio book is in like new condition and has been listened to once. This is a retail edition; it is packaged in lightweight packaging, like you’d find in stores. Retail value $39.99. It has been checked in its entirety and all cassettes are correct and present.
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