Parson's Pleasure (A Roald Dahl Short Story)

Name: Parson's Pleasure (A Roald Dahl Short Story)
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (3 reviews)
Author: Roald Dahl

Dahl's Dark Delight: A Masterful Bargain Gone Awry

Written byRoald Dahl

Narrated byDerek Jacobi

Length1h06m

Release dateSeptember 13, 2012

GenreLiterature & Fiction, Anthologies & Short Stories, Short Stories

LanguageEnglish

★★★★★ 5.0 (3 ratings)

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Author	Roald Dahl
Narrator	Derek Jacobi
Runtime	1h06m
Published	September 13, 2012
Rating	★★★★★ 5.0 / 5 (3 ratings)
Categories	Literature & Fiction, Anthologies & Short Stories, Short Stories, Classics
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

About This Audiobook

Roald Dahl's 'Parson's Pleasure' is a delectable morsel of dark humor and suspense, served up in just over an hour. Dahl's signature style - sharp, witty, and laced with a sinister edge - is on full display here. The story, a cunning tale of deceit and greed, revolves around a priceless piece of furniture and the dubious characters who covet it. Derek Jacobi's narration is a perfect match for Dahl's prose, bringing the story to life with his rich, velvety voice and impeccable timing.

Tags: Roald Dahl Short StoriesDark Humor AudiobooksDerek Jacobi NarratedSuspenseful ListensQuick ReadsTwisted Tales

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Editor's Review ★★★★★

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Derek Jacobi's narration is the cherry on top of this sinister sundae. His voice, a perfect blend of warmth and menace, draws you in, making you complicit in the characters' schemes. Dahl's story is a masterclass in tension, building to a satisfyingly twisted climax. The pacing is flawless, each sentence a perfectly crafted step towards the inevitable conclusion. The only critique is that it's over too soon - but isn't that always the way with the best things in life? If you're in the mood for a dark, delicious tale that'll leave you craving more, 'Parson's Pleasure' is the audiobook for you.

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