The Familiars Audiobook, by Adam Jay Epstein Play Audiobook Sample

The Familiars Audiobook

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Read By: Lincoln Hoppe Publisher: HarperCollins Listen Time: at 1.0x Speed 4.83 hours at 1.5x Speed 3.63 hours at 2.0x Speed Series: The Familiars Series Release Date: September 2010 Format: Unabridged Audiobook ISBN: 9780061996870

Quick Stats About this Audiobook

Total Audiobook Chapters:

19

Longest Chapter Length:

32:53 minutes

Shortest Chapter Length:

10:15 minutes

Average Chapter Length:

22:55 minutes

Audiobooks by this Author:

4

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Publisher Description

For fans of Warriors and The Magic Thief comes a magical adventure story about a street cat who's mistaken for a wizard’s familiar.

When Aldwyn, a young alley cat on the run, ducks into a mysterious pet shop, he doesn’t expect his life to change. But that’s exactly what happens when Jack, a young wizard in training, picks Aldwyn to be his magical familiar.

Finally off the tough streets, Aldwyn thinks he’s got it made. He just has to convince the other familiars—the know-it-all blue jay Skylar and the friendly tree frog Gilbert—that he’s the telekinetic cat he claims to be. But when Jack and two other wizards in training are captured by the evil queen, Aldwyn will have to use all of his street smarts, a few good friends, and a nose for adventure to save the day!

And don’t miss the exciting sequel to this Indie Next List pick, The Familiars: Secrets of the Crown.

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"so far this is an echanting story its about a cat named aldwyn and he basiclyruns into a shop to hide and a wizerd chose him as a "partner" to help him with his magic but he has no magcl value whatsoerer "

— Cassidy (4 out of 5 stars)

Quotes

  • “A captivating story. Prepare yourself for more twists and turns than you can shake a want at, and cliff-hangers by the dozen.” 

    — Roderick Gordon, author of Tunnels
  • “An enchanting story readers will love.” 

    — Michael Buckley, author of The Sisters Grimm
  • “This series opener won’t disappoint. The consistently suspenseful narrative moves quickly and is full of twists and turns. This winning combination of action and humor will keep readers turning pages right up to the ending.” 

    — School Library Journal (starred review) 
  • “A grand adventure with entertaining characters and magic-induced fun.” 

    — Publishers Weekly

Awards

  • A Selection for the 2010 Kids' Indie Next List
  • A Young Hoosier Book Award Nominee

The Familiars Listener Reviews

Overall Performance: 4.5 out of 54.5 out of 54.5 out of 54.5 out of 54.5 out of 5 (4.50)
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  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " This book was SOOOOO adorable!!! Especially if you love animals. It's so cute! "

    — Chantry, 6/28/2011
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Think Guardian's of Ga'Hoole meets Harry Potter. It's all about the animal familiars. Pretty good start to a promising new series. "

    — Vicki, 6/21/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " This was a really good book. Really funny!!! "

    — Bulmara, 4/18/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " fantastic! great adventure with a dash of magic. if you liked the warrior series, you should definately check this out! "

    — Alana, 4/1/2011
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " wel the book has lotes of hook the book has great parts to it it is good for both gender if u like fantsy this is the book for u and the pictures is really good "

    — Marcos, 4/1/2011
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " My 12 yr old son told I "had to read this book" It was good, and I can see why he liked it. It was probably a bit too juvenille for me but I have no problems with it other then that. "

    — Emily, 3/14/2011

About the Authors

Adam Jay Epstein grew up in Great Neck, New York, and started his daydreaming at an early age. After graduating from Wesleyan University, he moved to Los Angeles to start sharing his daydreams with other people. While there, he met a brilliant and creative genius and asked him if he would be interested in becoming one half of a writing team. When the said genius turned him down, he found the less talented but far more willing Andrew Jacobson to partner with.

About Lincoln Hoppe

Lincoln Hoppe is an accomplished actor of stage and screen with several films, plays, television shows, and numerous audiobooks to his credit. His audiobook narrations have earned him nine AudioFile Earphones Awards. His diverse voice characterizations can be heard on animated films, video games, and commercials across the globe. He is a member of the Lost Angeles Comedy Sportz Improv Company.