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The Sandman

Written by: Neil Gaiman, Dirk Maggs
Narrated by: Riz Ahmed, Kat Dennings, Taron Egerton, Neil Gaiman, James McAvoy, Samantha Morton, Bebe Neuwirth, Andy Serkis, Michael Sheen
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Occultists perform a ritual to capture Death
Dream readies himself for a visit to Hell
The Corinthian makes a phone call
Death isn’t happy with Dream
Dream identifies the demon he seeks
  • The Sandman
  • Occultists perform a ritual to capture Death
  • The Sandman
  • Dream readies himself for a visit to Hell
  • The Sandman
  • The Corinthian makes a phone call
  • The Sandman
  • Death isn’t happy with Dream
  • The Sandman
  • Dream identifies the demon he seeks

Critic Reviews

"James McAvoy leads an all-star cast in narrating this magnificent audio adaptation of Neil Gaiman's iconic graphic novel series, The Sandman.... As listeners are swept up in a saga in which cats talk and nightmares walk, McAvoy's steady characterization reminds them that it’s all in a day's work for him. While the cast members are exquisite, special mention goes to the production staff. The sound effects are immersive, and there is a wonderful cinematic score. This audio drama is compelling. Listeners won’t be able to pause once they hit play." (AudioFile magazine)

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Amazing, just amazing!

If you have audible then this should be your first listen. It's just like u are listening to the audio of a movie. It's amazing! Everybody needs to listen to this. One can listen and visualize what is happening.

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A unique and original content

The story is unique and original content. Neil Gaiman's story runs wild with curiosity and imagination. The performances are exceptional and ecstatic. Yes, the narrative thread doesn't run through like most stories but the creative set pieces will open your mind to various untold worlds. It is surreal, wild and varied, and filled with eclectic characters.

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One of the best books ever...

Hearing this book makes me feel like I've discovered the Fountain of Youth in audiobooks. I'm a very slow reader (took me 2 years to finish LOTR). And I've always struggled to read The Sandman graphic novels, because of the complexity of the ideas. But as an audiobook, the experience is simply phenomenal!!

"Tell me, Lucifer Morningstar, what power would Hell have if those imprisoned here weren't able to dream of Heaven?"

I feel like I've permanently upgraded a segment of my life. I know I'm never going back to reading books. I can finish listening a hundred books in the time I'd need to read one. I just don't know what effect it's going to have on me yet.

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Everything is top notch here!

The was an excellent listen. Everything was amazing, the experience was really good due to the best performance by everyone. Music really elevated the story.

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Atmospheric! Dreamy!

If you haven't read the graphic novel, you should definitely check it out. Nevertheless, this version of the graphic novel is just mind-blowing. Led by amazing voice acting cast, this never had a dull moment from start till end. The 24 hour diner was so spectacularly nightmarish. Overall, i loved it and i can't recommend it enough.

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Outstanding Production!

I started it and finished it with only 3 breaks in between.
Wonderfully narrated and background score is on point.
Listen to this...Now!

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Must listen!

The production is so good that you might be forgiven if you think it's a movie.

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Excellent production

Loved it. I couldn't get into the comics at all so this audiobook was a lifesaver.

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Phenomenal production values!

An immaculately produced Audible Original of the first 20 issues of Gaiman's 'The Sandman'.

There is much to love here - but the stunning production values and the excellent performances by the cast of voice actors, including big names such as James McAvoy, Samantha Morton and Andy Serkis, stand at the forefront in terms of the biggest selling points for this audiobook.

There is a great mix of stories amongst the 20 issues of the comic book that have been adapted - with a lot of cameo appearances from DC characters such as John Constantine, Dr Destiny, Martian Manhunter and others. Most of the stories carries a very grim tone - with chapters such as '24 hours' proving to be extremely gory and unsettling, while others such as 'Facade' and 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' were designed to convey far deeper messages on the lines of revisionism and existentialism.

There is just so much to sink your teeth into here. The performances are riveting all throughout and keep you thoroughly engaged. And as someone who doesn't read Marvel or DC comics at all, I can safely say that you require no prior knowledge to get into Gaiman's Sandman.

A great listen overall. I came for the Morpheus lore - and I was left in awe of how far audiobooks can go when it comes to creating a single, immensely engaging experience with just a pair of headphones.

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truly Immersive

The sound quality and the story telling is simply outstanding, the way storytelling has you visualise what is going on in every scene is simply spectacular. Would recommend 10/10!

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