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Howl's Moving Castle Audiobook

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Read By: Jenny Sterlin Publisher: Recorded Books, Inc. Listen Time: at 1.0x Speed 5.67 hours at 1.5x Speed 4.25 hours at 2.0x Speed Release Date: December 2008 Format: Unabridged Audiobook ISBN: 9781436186124

Quick Stats About this Audiobook

Total Audiobook Chapters:

22

Longest Chapter Length:

38:59 minutes

Shortest Chapter Length:

01:55 minutes

Average Chapter Length:

23:28 minutes

Audiobooks by this Author:

12

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Publisher Description

A Boston Globe-Horn Book Honor Book and ALA Notable and Best of the Year in Young Adult Fiction, Howl's Moving Castle by acclaimed fantasy writer Diana Wynne Jones was transformed into an Academy Award-nominated animated motion picture by Hayao Miyazaki. On a rare venture out from her step-mother's hat shop, Sophie attracts the attention of a witch, who casts a terrible spell transforming the young girl into an old crone. "A wonderful blend of humor, magic, and romance."-Publishers Weekly

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"Although the premises and "magic" part of the story is typical, the characters are NOT. The hero is not brave, vain, and unromantic. Even then, the protagonist, Sophie, never depends on Howl to get out of situations. This book is beautifully unconventional, and uses riveting imagery."

— Julia (5 out of 5 stars)

Howl's Moving Castle Listener Reviews

Overall Performance: 4.38709677419355 out of 54.38709677419355 out of 54.38709677419355 out of 54.38709677419355 out of 54.38709677419355 out of 5 (4.39)
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Narration: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 (5.00)
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Story: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 (5.00)
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  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 Narration Rating: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 Story Rating: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    — Jonathan Hepburn, 1/22/2024
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I loved this fairy tale! "

    — Shari, 2/18/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " this story was amazing! I love both the book and the movie, even if it's alittle diffrent. "

    — Bianca, 2/10/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " While charming enough, this tale never really grabbed my attention the way others might. In fact, my edition had excerpts of some of her other books, and I found those more captivating. I found the characters here rather thin, and the plot rather slow and episodic. "

    — Ming, 2/2/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " My absolute Favorit book when I was like 13. "

    — Katarina, 1/14/2014
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " Sort of boring. Alot of arguing and bickering between Sophie, Wizard Howl, and Calcifer. "

    — Nishana, 1/12/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Novel yang keren, baca ini waktu awal-awal kuliah. Sudah diadaptasi oleh Studio Ghibli menjadi film animasi dengan judul yang sama. Dan keduanya bener2 bagus. "

    — Herdi, 11/22/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Wonderful, magical, quirky and action packed. "

    — Anji, 8/16/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " As I had seen the movie version first, I could expect the book would be great and surely wasn't disappointed! It was pretty captivating so it only took me a few days to finish the book as I couldn't just put it down! "

    — Anna, 7/30/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Absolutely love this book. My favorite. "

    — Anne, 4/18/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " A fun, easy read. I probably wouldn't have finished it if not for the movie however :/ Also...they ending's rubbish. :/ "

    — Grace, 4/15/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Was an enjoyable read saw the movie too liked both but the book had more character. "

    — Janette, 1/16/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Amazing book! :) Love it very much! ^_^ "

    — Sintija, 1/1/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I've loved DWJ since I was ten, and I really enjoyed this one - fast paced, imaginative and charming. I haven't seen the animated film yet but I can see why the story appealed to Miyazaki. "

    — Janet, 11/22/2012
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Love DWJ--great writing all around. And the movie is NOT TO MISS! "

    — Carfig, 9/8/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Lovely 'modernday' fairy tale, with a good romance to boot. "

    — Marieke, 6/12/2012
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Movie was better than the book. I guess my imagination just can't match those of Hayao Mizayaki's. "

    — Cam, 4/6/2012
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Liked the book, absolutely LOVED the movie. "

    — Janice, 10/1/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " It seemed like it started slow, but everything really ties together. Great book, fun ending, I loved it! "

    — Paige, 9/4/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Delightful for all ages! Reminds me a bit of the continuing adventures in Oz..... "

    — Vicki, 5/22/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " i loved the way sofie hid her identity the whole way through and the end was a shocker "

    — Jelimo, 5/21/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " An all-time fave! Love every line of this book! An amazing, hilarious, clever and fantastic read. Howl might be my all time favorite book hero.This irreverent yet spot-on fairytale adventure is a total delight to read! "

    — Natalie, 5/17/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " One of my favorite books, movie is great as well. It's a different style and has a new, refreshing story to offer. Well written, a fairly quick read too. "

    — Michelle, 5/11/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I love this book its my favourite there is also a movie and i love it too!!!!!!!!!!!!!! "

    — Juhee.s, 5/10/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " A funny good humored story I highly recommend. "

    — Emily, 5/9/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Finally read it. "Aww" ending. I understand now why I have some friends fangirling over Howl. Surprised to find the Ghibli production veers off. Will try to watch it anyway. "

    — Vim, 5/9/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I love how Jones plays with fairy-tale tropes, weaving together an unusual and beautiful story. "

    — Naomi, 5/8/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " It's awesome the way that describes all the situations and the magic world. Also I think that she had combined the real world with the magic one it's just perfect.When you see the movie after you had read the book makes the experiencie a thing from another world. "

    — Amary, 5/6/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " A fun, quick read and yet I am still thinking it over after I finished it. Likable characters and the humor and plot mystery kept me reading. I passed it on to my 9 year old this morning, and he is almost finished. Thumbs up from him as well. "

    — Ginny, 5/6/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " This was a fun fantasy read. The main characters were feisty and likable. It got a little slow in the middle for me. But, all in all, it was a good book that I will recommend to my girls. "

    — Jana, 5/4/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " This is a favorite--a read-again book, for sure. "

    — Jill, 5/4/2011

About Diana Wynne Jones

Diana Wynne Jones (1934–2011) was an internationally bestselling British fantasy author. She was best known for her children’s books but also wrote anthologies, short stories, and nonfiction works for both children and adults. She has won numerous awards and accolades throughout her career, including the World Fantasy Award for Life Achievement, the Guardian Award for Children’s Books, and the Mythopoeic Fantasy Award. She has also been a runner-up for the British Carnegie Medal twice. A number of her novels have been adapted into movies, both for the big screen and for television. Her book Howl’s Moving Castle was made into a Japanese animated movie by filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki. Among her most well-known works are the Chrestomanci series, the Derkholm series, and The Tough Guide to Fantasyland, which won the Hugo Award for Nonfiction.

About Jenny Sterlin

Jenny Sterlin, winner of several Earphones Awards, has more than ninety audio titles to her credit, including Laurie R. King’s popular Sherlock Holmes / Mary Russell series. Before beginning her narration career, she helped found England’s experimental Living Theatre.