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Romeo and Juliet: A Novel
- Narrated by: Richard Armitage
- Length: 11 hrs and 5 mins
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Exclusively written for Audible, only available in audio
"I think Romeo and Juliet is the greatest, most tragic love story ever told. What David Hewson did with this script is so exciting to me. I really love the fact that he followed avenues that Shakespeare suggested but didn't necessarily detail in depth. If you want to immerse yourself in a warm bath of Garganega and the heat of Verona and hear a brilliant story about a young woman who is challenging the restraints of her time, listen to this audiobook, which has romance, poetry, politics, and humor to spare." (Narrator Richard Armitage)
It's a story you think you know: the age-old tale of "star-cross'd lovers"; two families at war; a romance, so pure and absolute, fated for a tragic end. It's a story so thoroughly embedded in our culture, and so frequently retold. Yet, nothing captures the spark, the possibility, and the surprise of Shakespeare's work quite like this....
In Romeo and Juliet: A Novel, author David Hewson reworks and expands on the classic story so that it becomes something richer, something new and entirely its own. Much more than a simple love story, it is a brilliant examination of young versus old, hope against despair, and, for Juliet, the search for individual identity at a time when women were regarded as little more than chattel.
An original production commissioned by Audible, Romeo and Juliet: A Novel marks the second pairing of David Hewson and actor Richard Armitage, whose previous partnership resulted in Audible's 2014 Audiobook of the Year, Hamlet, Prince of Denmark: A Novel. Hewson's talent for writing for audio is undeniable, and he finds his perfect vocal foil in Armitage, an actor of immense range and absorbing intensity. Together, they bring you a familiar story told in a surprising way - with an ending you might not expect.
Bonus: Audiobook includes an afterword written and narrated by David Hewson.
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- 2024-08-28
pretty good
This is the third book in the series I read by this author. While it was my least favourite after Macbeth and Hamlet, it is still pretty good. The best aspects are the narration, a memorable supporting cast and a detailed historical atmosphere. I thought Romeo was a a bit tiresome but I think he was supposed to be as more attention was paid to Juliette. I don't have an issue with the changed ending but still uncertain if it made it better.
Overall worth a listen, especially if you have heard the other two mentioned books.
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- JohnS
- 2019-09-01
A wonderful rewrite
I thoroughly enjoyed this adaptation, with an end twist of Shakespeare's romantic tragedy. The narration by Richard Armitage is superb. Very well done Messrs. Hewson and Armitage.
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- Pibby
- 2021-11-18
Brilliant
Really enjoyed listening to this book Richard Armitage narrates this so brilliantly. 5 stars ❤
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- katy
- 2020-04-05
Beautiful and entertaining
What a beautiful twist to this beloved classic tale. Not the ending I believe most of us have always wished for but lovely nevertheless. (Sorry if that’s a spoiler!)
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- Anonymous User
- 2021-01-30
Romeo & Juliet, a novel
Richard Armitage is so talented. I love anything he narrates! He brings everything to life.
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- Dale Darling
- 2019-01-18
Great narration and addition to the story line
To be honest this was a daily deal and my expectations were not high. It turned out to be a great listen - very good narration and skillful fleshing out of the characters in the play(with some new ones). It made me want to visit Verona (and Italy in general). Don’t think of it as Just Shakespeare s play in novel form - there’s a lot more going on here!
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- Chelsie Dyer
- 2020-05-20
I love this version.
I got this book as I wanted to hear Richard Armitage read my first audible book. I loved this version even though I went got it fearing it was just like the Shakespeare version.
I cried and laughed with the characters as they were brought to life by Richard Armitage. My heart ached and I had to take a break when Romeo was arrested. Can I say, I was hoping that they both would have been spared.
I also wondered, could Juliet be carrying a part of Romeo to be born in the future. Since she survived, that will be my ending.
I was able to see and feel so much more than the version that I read in school and quite frankly hated.
This is the version I'll allow my friends and children read and listen to. A wonderful job
Mr. David Hewson.
Wonderful job Mr Armitage on bringing these characters to life.
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- Vera
- 2018-05-23
More then the story you remember
This version of Juliet was refreshing and a more modern version. Her thoughts are more fleshed out. I could listen to Richard Armitage indefinitely. Great actor and fabulous voice. He is the ideal narrator for this tale.
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- Denis Theriault
- 2019-08-14
Outstanding!
Beautifully written; rich description and believable narrative. Richard Armitage’s smooth baritone voice brings each character to life. Thank you gentlemen for an enjoyable experience to be remembered and recommended.
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- Alize Rossignol
- 2019-02-22
The Magic of Richarad Armitage
The human voice is a glorious instrument. In this reading, British actor, Richard Armitage, makes use of his 'glorious instrument' to tell a story. And, what a story he tells. It is not simply telling a story, it is the way in which he 'tells' that story. His voice weaves its magic and creates a time and place for the listener to enter. We are there. We have been transported. There are very few such fine voices in the world today. Richard Armitage has one of the finest.
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