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  • Coraline

  • An Adventure Too Weird for Words
  • By: Neil Gaiman
  • Narrated by: Dawn French
  • Length: 3 hrs and 34 mins
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars (1,435 ratings)

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Coraline

By: Neil Gaiman
Narrated by: Dawn French
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Summary

Bloomsbury presents Coraline by Neil Gaiman, read by Dawn French.

When Coraline moves with her parents to a new house she is fascinated by the fact that their 'house' is infact only half of the house! Divided in to flats years before there is a brick wall behind a door where once there was a corridor and one day it is corridor again down which the intrepid Coraline wanders. And so a nightmare-ish mystery begins that takes Coraline in to the arms of counterfeit parents and a life that isn't quite right. Can Coraline get out? Can she find her real parents? Will life ever be the same again?

©2002 Neil Gaiman (P)2002 Bloomsbury
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Brilliant audiobook

Fabulous story and great narration by dawn French - recommended for all families and long car journeys!

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The perfect scary story for children

I initially got into Coraline through the movie (amazing) and to hear the book read by Dawn French who was in the movie adds extra charm. I listen to it quite a few times, particularly to unwind at night.

I can’t recommend it enough!

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Well read and clear imagery, love the detail!

Dawn French did a wonderful job narrating, pleasant and engaging with clear descriptions, set at an enjoyable pace!

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Brilliant

Great story and brilliantly narrated. Very easy to listen to and enthralling. I'll be buying more of Neil Gaiman stories.

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I really enjoyed this

As one would expect from Neil Gaiman this is a beautiful story. It's atmospheric and has some life-lessons. Dawn French was the perfect choice for reader. It's not a story that is suitable for under 10s because it's frightening at times.

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amazing

beautiful and endearing story. listened intently whilst I was baking. great read. Will listen again

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Listened more times than I’ll admit

I love this book. The story, it’s vibe, and I LOVE Dawn French narrating this! I’ve listened more times than I’ll ever admit (it’s a bit embarrassing really) but it’s my go to comfort book when I’m in a rut. Can’t recommend enough! For people of all ages, everyone will like this

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Brilliant

What a brilliant story. I love the way Neil describes the surroundings and sounds. I truly loved the audible version and how it’s presented.

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Supremely enjoyable

Dawn French does a fantastic narration for this story. It was a pleasure to listen too and her various voices for the characters were great.

Having not read the book before, I was surprised at how different it was from the animation. It seemed even darker. All good though and I really enjoyed both. I’m a little late getting into Neil Gaiman’s books, but they are quickly becoming firm favourites.

All in all, I’d thoroughly recommend it.

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creepily brilliant

short but sweet story that captivates. Gaiman is one of my favourites and once again has not let me down.

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