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Unholy Night Audiobook

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Read By: Peter Berkrot Publisher: Grand Central Publishing Listen Time: at 1.0x Speed 6.50 hours at 1.5x Speed 4.88 hours at 2.0x Speed Release Date: April 2012 Format: Unabridged Audiobook ISBN: 9781611133950

Quick Stats About this Audiobook

Total Audiobook Chapters:

12

Longest Chapter Length:

87:48 minutes

Shortest Chapter Length:

13:21 minutes

Average Chapter Length:

48:56 minutes

Audiobooks by this Author:

4

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Publisher Description

From the author of the New York Times bestselling Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter, comes Unholy Night, the next evolution in dark historical revisionism.

They're an iconic part of history's most celebrated birth. But what do we really know about the Three Kings of the Nativity, besides the fact that they followed a star to Bethlehem bearing strange gifts? The Bible has little to say about this enigmatic trio. But leave it to Seth Grahame-Smith, the brilliant and twisted mind behind Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter and Pride and Prejudice and Zombies to take a little mystery, bend a little history, and weave an epic tale.

In Grahame-Smith's telling, the so-called "Three Wise Men" are infamous thieves, led by the dark, murderous Balthazar. After a daring escape from Herod's prison, they stumble upon the famous manger and its newborn king. The last thing Balthazar needs is to be slowed down by young Joseph, Mary and their infant. But when Herod's men begin to slaughter the first born in Judea, he has no choice but to help them escape to Egypt.

It's the beginning of an adventure that will see them fight the last magical creatures of the Old Testament; cross paths with biblical figures like Pontius Pilate and John the Baptist; and finally deliver them to Egypt. It may just be the greatest story never told.

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"This is an audacious retelling of the events surrounding the birth of the baby Jesus, from the point of view of one of the Wise Men, who is, in actuality, a thief trying to escape his date with the hangman. It has compelling characters, and a complex understanding of the politics of the time. It walks a surefooted path with its material to create a story that most Christians, agnostics, and atheists can enjoy. It's respectful without being preachy. It explores the notions of faith and doubt without telling the reader how they should think. And it has a rollicking plot line. I expected a wonderful book from the author of the magnificent _Abraham Lincoln, Vampire Hunter_ and the author delivered in high style."

— Tina (5 out of 5 stars)

Quotes

  • “Grahame-Smith manages the neat trick of providing a satisfying and moving new ending to a story that has been recounted untold times.”

    — The Washington Post
  • “Narrator Peter Berkrot has a rough-and-tumble yet conspiratorial voice that perfectly fits the book’s frequent violence. Even as he’s savoring the earthy language, he softens his tone to help keep the atrocities at arm’s length. The text is not irreverent, and Berkrot’s narration is deft and engaging.”

    — AudioFile
  • “Unholy Night is certain to generate both strong interest and intense controversy.”

    — Barnes & Noble, editorial review
  • “Peter Berkrot provides an enjoyable performance.” 

    — Publishers Weekly
  • “Grahame-Smith…hones his writing chops in this latest take on history’s mysteries.” 

    — Kirkus Reviews
  • “A rollicking, swords-and-sandals yarn.”

    — Booklist

Awards

  • A New York Times bestseller

Unholy Night Listener Reviews

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  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " This was a very quick read and it was a funny, entertaining twist on the story we all know. "

    — Mia, 2/12/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " It just wasn't my type of novel. I'll read it again later on in life. "

    — Paige, 2/10/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " WOOHOO....Great story. I was totally not sure how this story was going to play out but it was fantastic! It is funny, warm-hearted, dark and sweet. Highly recommend the story....Enjoy. :) "

    — Rachael, 2/6/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Balthazar indeed "

    — Kellee, 1/28/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I loved this book. The ultraviolence was okay, the characters were great. It's a very creative take on an old Biblical story that seems to make the history seem more human than mythical. No complaints about the excellent writing or anything. Just a good, solid read. "

    — Dennis, 1/19/2014
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I really like Seth Grahame-Smith! He has a unique take on stories. This is the 2nd book of his I have read "

    — Pepi, 1/18/2014
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " An interesting twist on the Biblical story of "The Three Wise Men"! "

    — Kathy, 1/18/2014
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    " I enjoyed this book. Seth Grahame-Smith is a good writer and balances a fast-paced storyline with vivid description and interesting characters. This is a very gory book, blood everywhere. "

    — Lawrence, 1/2/2014
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " While I like the plot idea, I wasn't a big fan on the character portrayal of Mary and Joseph. It was an entertaining read that part aside and I would still recommend it. "

    — Sandra, 12/28/2013
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I liked it. Unconventional way of looking how Jesus escaped egypt but i liked the new perspective. a good read. "

    — Elizabeth, 12/20/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Grahame-Smith has done it again, this time creating a great action story, a retelling of the 3 wise men, and humor (of course). Beautifully crafted, fun to read, and fully cements him in the category of "I'll read anything he writes". "

    — Erikka, 12/16/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Interesting way to look at the Magi/Kings/Wise Men part of the Christmas story. Most of it is fantasy/historical fiction, but there is enough biblical content to give a hint of authenticity. It brings to life the real peril that Mary, Joseph and Jesus were in as they fled from Herod to Egypt. "

    — Leslie, 12/4/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " very awesome read. Gave a twist to what you thought you knew about the night of Jesus's birth. "

    — Stephan, 11/28/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " A fast entertaining read! Not much substance but didn't expect much. "

    — Linda, 10/25/2013
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " i think I'm done with revisionist history for a while... "

    — Tina, 5/19/2013
  • Overall Performance: 3 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 53 out of 5

    " Don't worry that this book is blasphemous, I didn't feel that it was. For the most part, just a fun little read, although there were some bad people that did some bad things. Would be highly adaptable to film, imagine that. "

    — Mica, 3/1/2013
  • Overall Performance: 5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5

    " Great Christmas read :-) "

    — Valois, 10/29/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " Fun book. Liked it. "

    — Amy, 9/22/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I thoroughly enjoyed this creative yarn spun around the visit of the magi. "

    — Jim, 8/26/2012
  • Overall Performance: 2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5

    " I really like Seth's Abraham Lincoln book, but this book didn't live up to my expectations. "

    — Chris, 8/20/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " I really enjoyed this book from an adventure perspective. How he weaved the biblical part of the story in was masterful. I took no offense to my religious beliefs at all. Well done. "

    — Larry, 7/3/2012
  • Overall Performance: 4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5

    " A much more interesting take on the the Nativity story - complete with real human beings, for once. Very entertaining tale. "

    — Natalie, 5/23/2012

About Seth Grahame-Smith

Seth Grahame-Smith is the New York Times bestselling author of Abraham Lincoln, Vampire Hunter and Pride and Prejudice and Zombies. In addition to adapting the screenplay for Abraham Lincoln, Vampire Hunter, he also wrote Tim Burton’s film Dark Shadows. He lives in Los Angeles.

About Peter Berkrot

Peter Berkrot, winner of Audie and Earphones Awards for narration, is a stage, screen, and television actor and acting coach. He has narrated over 450 works that span a range of genres, including fiction, nonfiction, thriller, and children’s titles. His audiobook credits include works of Alan Glynn, Eric Van Lustbader, Nora Roberts and Dean Koontz. In film and television, he appeared in Caddyshack, America’s Most Wanted, and Unsolved Mysteries. He performs in regional and New York theaters and directs the New Voices acting school.