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Moonfleet

By: J. Meade Falkner
Narrated by: Tim Pigott-Smith
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About this listen

Tim Piggot-Smith reads J. Meade Falkner's exciting tale of a boy who gets caught up in a dangerous adventure with smugglers and treasure. Orphaned John Trenchard is just 15 when his adventures begin...

Growing up by the sea in the village of Moonfleet, John is captivated by the local legend of the ghostly Blackbeard, who rises on winter nights to search for his lost treasure. However, by accidentally discovering a secret passage under the churchyard, John stumbles on the true secret of the village: smuggling. Little does he know that becoming involved in the illegal trade leads to him being accused of murder - with a reward for his capture.

He is forced to leave home and goes on the run. Will he be able to clear his name? And can he finally track down Blackbeard's treasure?

©2012 AudioGO Ltd (P)2014 Audible, Inc. Classics Fiction Literature & Fiction Village

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I was brought up in Dorset, knowing Fleet and Dancing Ledge well. This book encapsulates the spirit of the Dorset coast; those that know, know.

Running through my veins.

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A wonderful narration of my favourite childhood story. I listened enthralled from start to finish!

my favourite tale

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My father read this novel as a child and then read it to me when I was a child and I, in turn, read it to my sons. We had the book and an audiotape read by Kevin Whately.
I really enjoyed this abridged version the actor was magnificent.
My eldest now also has an audiobook by audible - he remembers the book fondly.

Childhood Remembered

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I last read this book aged 9years old i n 1956 -I've never forgotten it - Brilliant tale....

Memories

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I remember reading this at school when I was around 12. I hated it, found it boring and could not get into it then or remember the story (then or now). 40 years later I came across this in the Plus catalogue and thought I would give it a go. It must be abridged as it is only 90 mins or so long. The story is pretty good actually, and the narration is excellent. I am half considering looking for the full version but maybe not a great spend of a credit now that I know the story.

Better than I remember from school

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Well narrated and lived once again. Thank you Tim Piggott Smith’s reading was evocative and took me back to my home.

An old lost childhood book brought back to life…

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love this old tale. been staying near moonfleet so played it to my partner who doesn't enjoy reading.
we both enjoy it. the accent and pace of narration added depth and authenticity

old fashioned adventure

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Would you listen to Moonfleet again? Why?

It was quite short and an interesting distraction on a long car journey, suitable for children and adults

What did you like best about this story?

The historical details, good ending, imagery.

Which scene did you most enjoy?

The boat scenes

Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

No, not really, it was just absorbing and sometimes unexpected

Any additional comments?

More Swiss Family Robinson than Stephen King, so I would judge it's place as told to mixed generations round a fireside or when driving.

Classic adventure story convincingly narrated

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This is an abridged version of the classic Moonfleet, but it’s just as suspenseful, exciting and exhilarating. A great way of enjoying this classic, great story if you’re short on time.

Classic

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This short story apparently written for young people a century ago is a fast paced adventure written in a simple but stirring style. Evocatively performed by TPS it deserves to be more widely read today.

Rollicking short story adventure

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