The Cabinet of Curiosities: A Novel Audiobook, by Douglas Preston Play Audiobook Sample

The Cabinet of Curiosities: A Novel Audiobook

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Read By: Jonathan Marosz Publisher: Grand Central Publishing Listen Time: at 1.0x Speed 11.33 hours at 1.5x Speed 8.50 hours at 2.0x Speed Series: The Agent Pendergast Novels Release Date: November 2012 Format: Unabridged Audiobook ISBN: 9781611139372

Quick Stats About this Audiobook

Total Audiobook Chapters:

91

Longest Chapter Length:

28:38 minutes

Shortest Chapter Length:

02:31 minutes

Average Chapter Length:

11:15 minutes

Audiobooks by this Author:

52

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Publisher Description

In an ancient tunnel underneath New York City a charnel house is discovered.

Inside are thirty-six bodies--all murdered and mutilated more than a century ago.

While FBI agent Pendergast investigates the old crimes, identical killings start to terrorize the city.

The nightmare has begun.

Again.

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"The Cabinet of Curiosities was full of intrigue and surprises the whole way through. It's not for the faint of heart, because there is some graphic detail involved in the description of the murders. The characters were complex, yet believable. This novel contains archeological sites, museums, old houses with secret chambers, interesting personal histories, and lots of suspense. I absolutely loved it!"

— Connie (5 out of 5 stars)

Quotes

  • “The Cabinet of Curiosities is intelligent, witty, fast-moving, and fun.”

    — San Jose Mercury News
  • “Featuring fabulous locales, colorful characters, pointed riffs on city and museum politics, cool forensic and paleontological speculation, and several gripping set pieces including an extended white-knuckle climax, this a great beach novel, at times gruesome, always fun: Preston-Child at the top of their game.”

    — Publishers Weekly (starred review)
  • “An absolutely terrific thriller…Wonderfully spooky…This adventure has all the elements of the perfect summer read…Preston and Child here score another big winner.”

    — Library Journal (starred review)
  • “The authors again weave facts from New York City history with a thriller plot to produce an adventure filled with fast-moving events, gruesome scenes, and enough scary moments to keep the pages turning quickly.”

    — School Library Journal
  • This is an intense and interesting story, entwining the quest for eternal life with the history of America, New York, and present-day politics and influence. Rene Auberjonois crafts his narration with great care; each word is voiced with perfect tone, pitch, and emotion, and each character is provided with a fitting personality. The result is narration that flows beautifully while providing insight into the story and those who inhabit it. Satisfyingly imbued with thrills and suspense, the prose is fully realized in Auberjonois's performance, and he even manages to make some of the more fantastic aspects seem reasonable. A totally engrossing experience.

    — AudioFile Magazine

Awards

  • A USA Today bestseller

The Cabinet of Curiosities Listener Reviews

Overall Performance: 4.03703703703704 out of 54.03703703703704 out of 54.03703703703704 out of 54.03703703703704 out of 54.03703703703704 out of 5 (4.04)
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4 Stars: 7
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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

    " Okay so my summary may have been alittle exagerrated although this is technically not the first book to feature Pendergast I do feel this is the book where Pendergast as a character was truly born for those who feel overwhelmed and don't know where to start with Pendergast this is the book to do that with! A great book and a fantastic mystery must be read for lovers of mystery! "

    — Wukong99, 12/6/2023
  • 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

    — Shari Ridlon, 5/28/2023
  • 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

    — Deborah, 9/20/2021
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " a little too creepy... "

    — Kathleen, 2/15/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " The Pendergast series is one of my favorites and this was actually the first one I read. I liked it so much the first time that I found all the other books in the series and devoured them. Now I look forward to every new release. "

    — Jude, 2/14/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " I've read the first three of the Pendergast series, and this one is the best so far. Can't wait to get to the next one. "

    — Robert, 2/13/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " One of my top favorite books of all time, not just one of my favorite Pendergast novels. Lots of action and an incredible plot! "

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

    " The story of Agent Pendergast continues. He's unusual and so is this book. It introduces a character that I never quite got a grip on - whether she was a ghost or just someone who's had an extremely extended life. It's paranormal weird - not as weird or dark as say the Anita Blake books, but still strange, very strange. "

    — Kyrie, 1/31/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " A little of Koontz; a little of King; a little of A.C. Doyle and a whole lot of story. A very good read. "

    — Jack, 1/30/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Another great Pendergast story with a great twist. Just when I thought I had it all figured out - I got a surprise. That's what great thrillers should all be about! "

    — Agie, 1/10/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Terribly fun! "

    — Courtney, 1/8/2014
  • Overall Performance: 1 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 5

    " One of the worse books I've ever read!!!! "

    — Moleculaaburrida, 1/6/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Typical Pendergast, mystery with a paranormal twist. I do love Pendergast. That said, while I liked the mystery there were a couple subplots I skimmed entirely. "

    — Jana, 12/11/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Another one of my favorite series. "

    — Laurie, 12/8/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " If you are fan of any sort of bone-chilling, edge of your seat, unique and unusual novels - this one it THE ONE! I could read it over and over again! These two together (Preston and Child) are absolute magic - can't wait for the new one in 09 I'm salivating! "

    — Nik, 11/30/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Loved it! I've become mesmerized by Agent Pendergast! Child & Lincoln weave a tale of mystery, intrigue and supernatural. Highly recommend "

    — William, 11/28/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " These are great. If you're only exposure to these authors is the movie Relic, you're missing out. Agent A.X.L. Pendergast is my new favorite character. "

    — Guin, 11/18/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Far better than a who dunnit. Puts Agatha Christie to shame, combining the triple attractions of immortal life, murder and detecting. The ending(though responsible) simply blows you apart. A must read by any thriller lover. "

    — Anandh, 9/24/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " another series I love (my guilty pleasure!)- had to re read this one after finishing Fever Dream to remind myself of the Constance story line. Great fun in a twisted way. "

    — Tamara, 9/17/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Good Characters, idiosyncratic plot, unnecessary gore. "

    — G, 9/2/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " It took me FOREVER to get through this book! Parts were really good, but it could've been shortened down quite a bit. I just couldn't get myself really into it and found myself not really caring to keep reading or not. "

    — Brittle, 8/29/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Had to finish the book yesterday so did not accomplish anything else all day except church. "

    — Joann, 8/27/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " The premise is good... historical and architectural references. A bit contrived but a good, quick read. Ending too unbelievable to swallow. "

    — Gay, 8/26/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Very good - I guess it is, since I bought the other 6 books in the series. I need to know more about Special Agent Pendergast and it's been so long since I read the Relic and Reliquary. "

    — Janina, 7/3/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Interesting detective story. The beginning started off slow, but the suspense towards the middle through the end was something that kept me reading. "

    — Glorya, 3/30/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " First I ever read and it is still my favorite. "

    — Ed, 2/2/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " This book is rather morbid at times, however, I couldn't put it down! Give it a try if you crave something out of the ordinary. "

    — Nancy, 1/5/2013

About the Authors

Douglas Preston, a regular contributor to the New Yorker, worked for the American Museum of Natural History. He is an expert horseman who has ridden thousands of miles across the West. He and author Lincoln Child have cowritten numerous bestselling thrillers.

Lincoln Child is the New York Times bestselling author of The Forgotten Room, The Third Date, Terminal Freeze, Deep Storm, Death Match, and Utopia, as well as coauthor, with Douglas Preston, of numerous New York Times bestsellers, including Fever Dream.

About Jonathan Marosz

Jonathan Marosz has narrated dozens of audiobooks throughout his career, including numerous titles by bestselling authors David Baldacci, Harlan Coben, and Tony Hillerman. He is a veteran stage performer with regional and national stage credits ranging from works by Shakespeare to modern day.