Crimen y Castigo (Crime and Punishment) (Abridged) Audiobook

" I only rate it three stars not because it's poorly written, or because it is uninteresting, but because it is so horrifyingly bleak. I read this probably 15 years ago or so, don't remember it especially well now, and would like to remember it better, but can't bring myself to re-read it, again, because Dostoyevsky does such a good job portraying Raskolnikov's thinking, actions, and circumstances. "

" Loved the story, even with a dark setting. "

" Good thing I'm not suicidal... "

" I found the general plot interesting, but it seemed to me a run off story with too many sub-topics that did not enhance the main narration. "

" This book really grabbed me. It is a little dark because the main character really pulls you into his dark world. It shows how the evil-one can make you feel you are doing the right thing, but as soon as you do it, he jumps on your back and tells you how bad you are. "

" Just amazing! The flow of the actions, the thoughts of Raskolnikov, the absurdness of the situations and the ending, which contains some hope. The only creepy thing about it is, that Dostojevski can probably be more or less identified with Raskolnikov. "

" I've read this twice. It completely sucks you in. The scene where the horse is flogged particularly sticks in my mind. "

" This was a hard book to read, but I'm glad I did. I give 4 stars. "

" Definitely my favorite Russian Author! Have read all of his works. He was an incredible artist and well worth the time to discover. "

" Started it but didn't like it, but after being in Russia I started it again and enjoyed it much better. In face on street in St. Petersburg where story took place. When customs and people are understood and experienced, then their writings and literature are enjoyed better. "

" It was incredible to read some thing originally published in 1866 that so poignantly captures the human psyche. Baring cell phone, and computers, it is as if we have not really evolved all that much. It was a tough read, but well worth it. "

" If you have the time and patience, this is a great book to absorb. Its a great story! "

" Its a great book. It was the first book i ever read in my life. And it was a book that brought my taste of literature. "