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Sherlock Holmes: The Hound of the Baskervilles

By: Arthur Conan Doyle
Narrated by: Derek Jacobi
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Could the sudden death of Sir Charles Baskerville have been caused by the gigantic ghostly hound which is said to have haunted his family for generations? Arch-rationalist Sherlock Holmes characteristically dismisses the theory as nonsense. Claiming to be immersed in another case, he sends Watson to Devon to protect the Baskerville heir and to observe the suspects at close hand.

©2012 Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (P)2014 Audible, Inc. Crime Fiction Fiction Crime Haunted Scary Sherlock Holmes Mystery

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I really quite enjoyed this. I love listening to Derek Jacobi, although there were times when I was a little annoyed with the narration. The story is quite dramatic in places and the writing of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle does all the drama for you so that I found the narration a little over the top. Other than that, it was good to listen to and I would recommend it.

Quite enjoyable

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Derek Jacobi is a wonderful reader and as everyone knows the story is excellent. Have heard a lot of different narrations of this story but in my opinion Jacobi is the best. You won't be let down.

JACOBI THE BEST

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Great story told with brio. Recommended for anyone that enjoys Victorian mysteries. Jacobi shines.

Enjoyable

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Exciting story and cunning plot brought to life by the expressive voices of Derek Jacobi

A cunning, mysterious plot and thrillingly read

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Excellent story and the performance of Derek Jacobi is brilliant! A well acted/delivered audiobook makes the whole experience so much better

Excellent story and performance

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Thought I’d give this one a bash!. I’ve listened to a few Sherlock Holmes stories, but this one keeps raising a flag, so downloaded it. I love the way it’s written, and that this one is totally Watson’s baby! Nice little change in genre from my usual read x

Classic That never ages

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Narration by Derek Jacobi top class !!
Voice for all characters very good very smooth narration


Excellent

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The narrator who is a superior actor, gave life to the characters
In a way no one else can.

The amazing narrative

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You know Sherlock Holmes. You've seen adaptations on TV, you know his stories. But, listening/reading the books is just wonderful. By reading, you gain a deeper understanding of Holmes, of Watson, of Victorian England and Derek Jacobi is an amazing narrator. He is perfect for the job. So even though you may be familiar with the stories, have a listen and instead of being preoccupied with 'who done it' (cos you probably know already), enjoy the journey and allow Holmes to lead you there in his own unique way.

Love it!

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Derek Jacobi is an excellent narrator, and perfect for Sherlock Holmes.

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Hound of the Baskervilles is one of the great novels of British literature. Part mystery, part Gothic horror, it is the one Sherlock Holmes story everyone has heard of, and it does not disappoint. If you're not familiar with it and are considering this audiobook then you're in for a treat.

Classic Holmes

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