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mthorley23's review
4.0
I happened upon this audiobook and figured it would be either really dumb or really fun. Well, guess what? It was a hoot! So much fun that I will definitely be listening to or reading the other ones! This is a well thought out and orchestrated mashup.
ashleympeacock's review
4.0
Not as great as the second installment, but that could be for a number of reasons. First, I've never liked Return of the Jedi as much as Empire Strikes Back. Second, so much of Return of the Jedi is action that it's difficult to translate into narrative, often making it awkward to read. Third, there were too many other languages being thrown around that it was easier to just skip over. And finally, it didn't quite have the same fun feeling as the earlier installments, although I can't quite explain why.
However, it was interesting to see Luke soliloquize about the almost incest between him and Leia and how very wrong it was, and to hear Darth Vader express his regret and pride for Luke. Using Shakespearean prose helps to expand the Star Wars franchise in ways that I'd never have anticipated. If you've read any of these, you do kind of have to round it out with this, even if it's not as good as the first two. It is nonetheless always a delight to read such a dynamic fusion.
However, it was interesting to see Luke soliloquize about the almost incest between him and Leia and how very wrong it was, and to hear Darth Vader express his regret and pride for Luke. Using Shakespearean prose helps to expand the Star Wars franchise in ways that I'd never have anticipated. If you've read any of these, you do kind of have to round it out with this, even if it's not as good as the first two. It is nonetheless always a delight to read such a dynamic fusion.
groveperson's review
5.0
This whole series has been a delight. I listened to the audio production, which I highly recommend. The production and cast are excellent.
billyjepma's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
4.0
It’s the weakest of the three, just like the film it’s based on, but is still a total delight with some of the best soliloquies of the trilogy. Doescher really outdid himself with Vader’s internal monologues—it got me feeling some genuine swells of emotion while cooking dinner tonight. I’m devastated to learn that they didn’t produce audiobooks for the rest of the saga (except for The Force Awakens) because I really can’t imagine experiencing them in any other way. They’re perfect encapsulations of the joys of the films and the unique pleasures of Shakespeare’s plays, and as bummed as I am that there aren’t six more to listen to, I love that they exist at all.
thegeekyblogger's review
4.0
Listened for Review (Penguin Audio)
Overall Rating: 4.25
Story Rating: 4.00
Character Rating: 4.50
Audio Rating: 5.00 (Not part of the overall rating)
First Thought when Finished: You have to LISTEN to The Jedi Doth Return by Ian Doescher! The audio is BRILLIANTLY done!
Overall Thoughts: Ian does a great job of combining Shakespeare and Star wars! I will admit that I didn't listen/read the first two though I am going to. It made me smile and it was a super quick listen.
Audio Thoughts:
I think this the first 5 I have ever given on narration but this cast deserved it! I am just going to tell you that this was a freaking awesome audiobook. For fans of Star Wars you will be pleased at how well this balanced the characters we know with voices that matched up well. For fans of audiobooks, you will love how well the cast melded together. VERY WELL DONE!
Final Thoughts: Now I need the first two!
Overall Rating: 4.25
Story Rating: 4.00
Character Rating: 4.50
Audio Rating: 5.00 (Not part of the overall rating)
First Thought when Finished: You have to LISTEN to The Jedi Doth Return by Ian Doescher! The audio is BRILLIANTLY done!
Overall Thoughts: Ian does a great job of combining Shakespeare and Star wars! I will admit that I didn't listen/read the first two though I am going to. It made me smile and it was a super quick listen.
Audio Thoughts:
Narrated By Marc Thompson, Jonathan Davis, Daniel Davis, Jeff Gurner, January Lavoy, Ian Doescher/Length: 3 hrs and 35 mins
I think this the first 5 I have ever given on narration but this cast deserved it! I am just going to tell you that this was a freaking awesome audiobook. For fans of Star Wars you will be pleased at how well this balanced the characters we know with voices that matched up well. For fans of audiobooks, you will love how well the cast melded together. VERY WELL DONE!
Final Thoughts: Now I need the first two!
dhaag11's review
4.0
If you can get past the questionable Ewok language, extreme professions of love, and Han Solo singing, it's extremely hilarious.
peterparkerslabpartner's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
fast-paced
5.0
Luke’s soliloquy after Yodas death was so beautifully written and moving.
pbobrit's review
4.0
The final installment. This was just as enjoyable as the other two, the book has to deal with the same issues the film dealt with (presence of cute teddy bear Ewoks etc.), and Doescher deals with them in the best way he can. My one problem with these books has been the dealing with the alien languages and this one felt there was too much, maybe the Ewoks could have talked more in asides to the their fellow Ewok and the audience. But this is really my only gripe with the book. If you liked the other two, you'll like this one.