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The Outsorcerer's Apprentice
- Narrated by: Ray Sawyer
- Length: 13 hrs and 30 mins
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- Lauren
- 08-05-14
Very clever and new
Would you listen to The Outsorcerer's Apprentice again? Why?
I would and have done so. I listened it to it twice in a row.
What other book might you compare The Outsorcerer's Apprentice to and why?
Kind of like Jasper Fforde but more cerebral and sharp; a lot like the Johannes Cabal series; Outside of this, hard to compare because it is rather unusual.
Which character – as performed by Ray Sawyer – was your favorite?
The King of the Goblins was funny, and I loved when Sawyer performed any cockney or lower-class British character--his accent is dead-on and incredibly timed.
Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
I laughed a lot and chuckled at some of the sly jokes. Throughout, it was funny and entertaining--you can easily miss some of the references if you aren't paying attention.
Any additional comments?
This is an extremely clever and fresh book. The elements of the narrative are too outlandish to try to explain here, but somehow, the author makes them work together. The writing is sharp and funny and tongue-in-cheek. It is sort of a meta-fairytale in that it constantly plays on its own references to traditional fairytale tropes; in one moment, a character wonders if the fairytale land makes money from a "four percent leverage on traditional narrative tropes." You may find the narration a little slow at first, but Sawyer knows exactly what he is doing. As the story unfolds, he voices additional characters perfectly and sets the pace well. One thing about this book: it requires your attention. There are so many little things going on, and if you are not listening attentively, you may miss them. I found myself rewinding it again and again just to catch small stuff. However, it is totally worth it because the dialogue and narration are so funny and, at times, quite smart and thought-provoking. This is the only book I've listened to twice in a row, in addition to the thousand rewinds in between. I recommend it if you like stories that collapse genres, make you think, and are a bit silly and unconventional. By the way, I think Tom Holt did some brilliant writing and storytelling here. I hope he writes more like this. It reminded me of Jasper Fforde with a bit more gravitas and slyness and subtlety. I teach literature and plan on teaching this in an Ethics and Values in Lit course. It brings up many philosophical and ethical issues that would get college students thinking. If you are a person who would prefer not to think of such things, you will still like the book--they are woven into the narrative so strategically that you can overlook them and just enjoy the silly goings on. Either way, I highly recommend.
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- Margaret
- 03-17-16
Good for a laugh, but third in a series
I enjoyed The Outsorcerer's Apprentice. I was looking for something light and funny and it fit the bill. There was some stuff that I didn't follow immediately, and came to find out this is the third book in a series of four. Grrrr. I wish I'd known that. Still, Tom Holt is a gem and I'm glad I found him. Back to book one...
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- Mr. Benjamin Wheeldon
- 07-15-15
Sauce Code not recognized
Not quite Tom's usual standard but amusing and a few nods to respected authors.
I fear mr Holt has run the doughnut series too far, yes Art and his uncle are an entertaining pair, but they can't save every story. Perhaps a link to a previous story might be needed. Paint your Dragon always makes me snort liquids.
Keep it up Tom you are our best author since the passing of Sir Terry, and James Herbert (should also be a sir if you ask me!)
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- Kimberly
- 08-27-14
More Fun From Holt
Although not noted as such, this is really part of the series that began with Doughnut. However, reading Doughnut and When It's a Jar is not really necessary to the plot of this story (which is somewhat of a spin-off rather than a sequel). In many ways I enjoyed this book more than the previous 2 books. It wasn't as bogged down by the scientific theories and explanations that necessarily governed Doughnut.
If you are already a fan, you will not be disappointed. If not, I would recommend starting with Doughnut.
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- Andrea Duff
- 04-22-19
Worth it
I always enjoy Tom Holt. I recommend you add this great adventure in magical bureacracy and economics to your library
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- Karlyn Keller
- 01-01-17
Gave up
Gave up on this story line. I just couldn't make it through them. I tried. Way too much energy put into trying to be clever. I finally had to give up. I suppose there is an audience out there but it just wasn't me. Sorry!
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- HCW
- 07-24-16
Was hoping for more
This book was suggested because of my love of Christopher Moore's books. I thought I had found a new writer to get into that was into the quirky but this just wasn't it. It had all the bones to be great but it just didn't get there. Not sure if it was because the story was just too slow or because of the performance but it just didn't do it for me.
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- Adam
- 03-30-15
Great Idea, boring execution
If you've taken a look at books like "Off to be the wizard", prepare for disappointment. The story is okay but it's plodding and not too much happens. Characters appear to be rather 2 dimensional.
This ISN'T a comedic how to guide for how to manage a kingdom. Nor is it an Office Space style parody story filled with incompetent managers in a medieval/sorcery setting.
If you're still interested at this point, take a listen. You may enjoy it
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- Heather
- 12-28-14
It was alright but the story dragged
narrator pretty good but the story was a little bit too slow. it was okay
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- Ryan S Erskins
- 10-26-14
Interesting story, but I got lost about half way.
Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?
The book was enjoyable. It was likened to a Jasper Fforde style story. I only lost my was a little bit. I'm not saying I wouldn't listen to it again, but I may not.
What was your reaction to the ending? (No spoilers please!)
The ending was good, can't say that it helped the story, but I liked it.
Which character – as performed by Ray Sawyer – was your favorite?
I'd say Red was my favorite. Ray does a good job with her voice. Not that his voice sounds like a girls voice at all, but that the tone matches what I expected. I think she stole the book.
If this book were a movie would you go see it?
I'd rent the movie on DVD or just wait till it comes on cable. Not a book I'd turn into a movie.
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- Barbara Pritchard
- 11-30-14
Don't listen at bedtime! It's too funny !
What did you like most about The Outsorcerer's Apprentice?
I have been a big fan of Tom Holt's quirky novels for many years, but this is the first one I have tried as an audiobook.
What did you like best about this story?
His way of turning the most mundane of scenarios totally on it's head yet making them so believable is nothing short of amazing.
What about Ray Sawyer’s performance did you like?
I don't know why, but Ray Sawyer's voice is the one that's always been in my head whenever I've read one of Tom Holt's books, so it's perfect for the audiobooks.
Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?
Therer were lots of moments that moved me to laugh out loud, embarrasing when in a hospital waiting room !
Any additional comments?
After listening to The Outsourcerer's Apprentice I'm now going to order several of Tom Holts other novels on audio too. Perfect for cheering up the approaching long winter.
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- W
- 09-04-14
A little disappointing
I had really high hopes for this - I always do with Tom Holt's books. I am always hopeful that his next book will be as good as his Portable Door/Wells & Co trilogy; unfortunately nothing so far has topped it and this is no exception. It's not terrible - it was funny in places and had a reasonable plot, but I was expecting more depth and development with regards to the characters (especially Buttercup and Florizel) and the place, but that never happened. Overall, it felt like an overspill from another story and I was never sure whose story it was. I'm wavering between a 2 and 3 star rating for the story. The narrator, Ray Sawyer, is always perfect.
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- B
- 07-21-14
Brilliant!
If you could sum up The Outsorcerer's Apprentice in three words, what would they be?
Witty, charming, bizarre.
What did you like best about this story?
The narration by Ray Sawyer is excellent, the story is very unusual, but humorous, clever, and just magical.
Which scene did you most enjoy?
Chapter 11 - Meeting the giant with two heads."Patronise me, you b****rd?"
Any additional comments?
I hadn't read any of Tom Holts humorous novels before, only the historical books. I've been utterly enchanted by this book, in fact I stayed up all night to listen. I have now purchased several other Holt titles to enjoy.Tom Holt writes with a such a clever, razor sharp wit, & the plot was intelligently thought through. I personally find his writing comparable to that of the late great Douglas Adams whose works I also admire hugely.
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- Sharon Barron
- 05-12-15
Funny in a smiley rather than LOL way
Warm humour and the usual mix of likeable characters and an easy plot. Tom Holt is always a good read if you're in the mood for something that asks only one thing of you: enjoy.
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- Andy
- 02-04-15
Not his best book.
Where does The Outsorcerer's Apprentice rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?
It's an ok story but not the best I've listen to or read by Tom Holt.
Would you be willing to try another book from Tom Holt? Why or why not?
I do like Tom Holt but he can be hit and miss.
What about Ray Sawyer’s performance did you like?
Did a good job made the story easy to listen to.
Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
No, just killed some time.
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- Manopoly
- 01-27-15
More wonky hilarity from Tom Holt.
Excellent. A look at life from a different angle....refreshingly funny. Tom Holt does it again. You'll never look at pastries the same.
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- Fj
- 11-29-14
Witty and Engaging
Really enjoyed this. Excellent narration and plenty of things to smile and laugh at, wonderful language and concepts (especially for the scientifically gadget-conscious).
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- Honkin' Baldhead
- 04-19-22
Dough-rings not doughnuts!
Culinary inaccuracies throughout this tale of magic, physics and patisserie skills have spoiled it for me. Try to look through a donut and you’ll see pastry and possibly a bit of strawberry jam. I think he meant dough-rings. Mrs Beaton would not be impressed.
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- Mrs. Susan Murphy
- 03-11-21
bloody good book
I enjoyed this book its funny dry and easy to listen to. the ending even leaves room for a sequel
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- Dicky
- 08-22-19
Great story. Very inventive, as always.
The story is inventive and funny. Characters are either lovable, hateful or pitiable, as required. Narration takes a bit of getting used to, but is consistent. Thanks
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- Stuart Scowcroft
- 01-02-15
brilliant i
soaring imagination and beautifully drawn characters. this is a yarn for a long drive which you won't even notice. be prepared to spend extra time in the car if it is not finished by the time you arrive.