El Castillo de Cristal [The Glass Castle] by Jeannette Walls

El Castillo de Cristal [The Glass Castle]

A raw, unfiltered memoir from a remarkable storyteller

Written byJeannette Walls
Narrated byAngely Báez
Length11h20m
Release dateDecember 26, 2024
LanguageSpanish
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Quick Facts

AuthorJeannette Walls
NarratorAngely Báez
Runtime11h20m
PublishedDecember 26, 2024
Rating★★★★ 4.0 / 5 on Audible
CategoriesBiographies & Memoirs, Art & Literature, Authors, Journalists, Editors & Publishers, Women, Relationships, Parenting & Personal Development, Relationships
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Jeannette Walls' El Castillo de Cristal is a gripping memoir that defies easy categorization. This is no sugarcoated or sanitized tale of family life; it's a raw, unfiltered account of the highs and lows of growing up with eccentric, often neglectful parents. Walls' storytelling is both evocative and economical, conjuring vivid images of her childhood in the American West. Angely Báez's narration brings a welcome warmth and authenticity to the audiobook, subtly capturing the emotional depth of Walls' words.

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About the Narration

Narrated by Angely Báez, this 11h20m audiobook holds a 4.0-star average rating on Audible. The narration brings Jeannette Walls's writing to life, making it a compelling choice for audiobook listeners.

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Editor's Review

AudioBook Atlas Editorial Team

I was struck by how seamlessly Angely Báez navigated the audiobook's complex tone, effortlessly conveying the author's mix of nostalgia, anger, and wry humor. Her voice is a perfect fit for Walls' narrative, which hurtles forward with a relentless energy that's both compelling and occasionally overwhelming. While some listeners may find the pacing a tad uneven - particularly during the book's more intense moments - I found myself drawn into Walls' world, even as I cringed at the more difficult scenes. Overall, El Castillo de Cristal is a thought-provoking, deeply human memoir that will resonate with anyone who's ever struggled to find their place in the world.

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El Castillo de Cristal [The Glass Castle] by Jeannette Walls is available as an audiobook on Audible. You can start with a free trial — the audiobook is yours to keep even if you cancel. Angely Báez's narration spans 11h20m.

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