The Entertainer and the Dybbuk Audiobook (Unabridged)

" This is kinda a twisted book. "

" This book uses true historical events and facts and merges it well with this unique story of a bad ventriloquist and his struggles. The author really thought of something that's one of a kind when he created this book; the story of an ex soldier ventriloquist that is haunted by the spirit of a Jewish child. The ventriloquist, named Freddie, eventually gains popularity due to his "skills" given by the ghost. Although he reaches fame thanks to the spirit he must then return the favor and commit to duties for the ghost boy. The story takes place post World War II and merges well with the time period. "

" this is supposedly a children's book but honestly I think it's way too brutal for young children. Maybe young adults? It's a good story, and well-written, but the discordance between the Juvenile Fiction layout (large typeface, small book) and the "adult" themes (nazi brutality) were confusing to me. "

" Fleischman is a great writer and this was interesting, because I'm interested in tales about the Holocaust. But I didn't think that it surprised me much--I learned more about the history but not more about the characters or human nature, so I don't think it will be on the short list for the Newbery. But I'm still glad I read it. "

" I thought it was a great book..sorta taught me about the adof hitler history but in a good and thrilling way of describing it...the dybuck really gave it that POP!! "

" A cute story, not heavy with details about the holocaust. A story about revenge. It was a fast read. "

" A clever plot, and very well-written. It's a quick read, with a wonderful karmic lesson. "

" a fast and fun read. "

" I thought this book was one of the best books I have evre read. It was so easy to get into. I was sad when it was over. I am not very much of a reader but in one night i read it for an hour and ten minutes! Its a really easy book to read, but its definatley worth your while! "

" i have this book if u dont belive me ask me at school "

" An easy read, and I liked the ending. "

" Nothing spectacular. It was a fast interesting read, though. "

" I avoided this book for a long time mainly because of the goofy cover. I ended up reading it in a day. It was an easy book and an interesting take on the Holocaust. I liked it! "

" Kinda creepy...but really good. "

" A bit bizarre and definitely not one of the best children's books about the Holocaust. Rated as children's fiction, but I don't think the 12 and under set would appreciate or "get" some of this book. This is definitely one of those books that can be judged by its cover. "

" A thin little book that tells the story of a young Jewish victim who comes back as a dybbuk to finish business with his Nazi killer. It cleverly balances the truth of the dark details of how Jewish children were killed for sport with a funny and witty dialogue. "

" I really enjoyed listening to this on tape. It was so interesting to learn more real life details about the real Houdini. I would read this again. "

" I enjoyed reading this and although the style of writing wasn't magical, I though the author gave a clear picture of Houdini and was able to add insights through his own magic career. I have nothing to complain about, hence the 4 stars. "

" This book bored me which is not what I expected when dealing with Houdini. I felt that Fleischman's book about Charlie Chaplin was a much better read. "

" This book did not hold my interest. It has more to do with not liking Houdini than the book. One caveat - every boy I have recommended this book to has loved it! "

" Very good reader; repetitive, but informative too. "

" I've read a lot of books about this great man, and this is one of my favorites. "

" Weird yet, interesting… did you know he drank tea through his ear? "

" Great juvenile non-fiction that's enjoyable for adults too. Houdini was a fascinating person to learn about. Apparently he had an ego the size of Jupiter, which is probably why he attempted what he did and became so famous. "

" Houdini was such an interesting character that I could hardly put this book down. I really enjoyed the author's comments because he was formerly a professional magician. One of the gems of this book are the many rare and interesting photographs of Houdini from many stages of his life. "

" Very interesting. I never knew Houdini escaped from the shackled corpse of a mysterious sea monster in 1911. "

" This book was extremely boring. It was like one fact after another. I wouldn't want anyone else to read this. "