Hollow City, Ransom Riggs
Hollow City, Ransom Riggs
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Hollow City
The Second Novel of Miss Peregrine’s Peculiar Children

Author: Ransom Riggs

Narrator: Kirby Heyborne

Unabridged: 11 hr 39 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 01/14/2014

Includes: Bonus Material Bonus Material Included

Synopsis

Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children was the surprise bestseller of 2011—an unprecedented mix of YA fantasy and vintage photography that enthralled readers and critics alike. Publishers Weekly called it “an enjoyable, eccentric read, distinguished by well-developed characters, a believable Welsh setting, and some very creepy monsters.”This second novel begins in 1940, immediately after the first book ended. Having escaped Miss Peregrine's island by the skin of their teeth, Jacob and his new friends must journey to London, the peculiar capital of the world. Along the way, they encounter new allies, a menagerie of peculiar animals, and other surprises.Complete with dozens of newly discovered (and thoroughly creepy) vintage photographs, this new adventure will delight fantasy listeners of all ages.

About Ransom Riggs

Ransom Riggs is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children. He is also the author of Talking Pictures and The Sherlock Holmes Handbook. He is a graduate of the University of Southern California School of Cinematic Arts and lives in Los Angeles.

About Kirby Heyborne

Kirby Heyborne is a musician, actor, and professional narrator. Noted for his work in teen and juvenile audio, he has garnered over twenty Earphones Awards. His audiobook credits include Jesse Kellerman’s The Genius, Cory Doctorow’s Little Brother, and George R. R. Martin’s Selections from Dreamsongs.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Melissa on September 18, 2016

Yay 5 stars! I haven't read the original book for a year or so and so this was a fantastic refresher. Hollow City is the sequel to Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children. In this book, Jacob continues on his journey. I can't say much about the sequel because of spoilers, but in this book Jacob......more

Goodreads review by Mehsi on March 06, 2017

Wow, this was so much better than the normal book. Maybe because it condensed all the boring parts and just went with the exciting parts but still keeping the story intact! It was definitely a blessing to read this book, I hope that the illustrator will also make a book 3 graphic novel, as I couldn'......more

Goodreads review by Isabella on March 21, 2022

Rating: 5 stars This has got to be one of the coolest graphic novels I have ever read! The art style matched perfectly with the Peculiar's story. It was deliberately sketched roughly, with imperfect lines and colourings in. You just need to see one page to understand: I would have been disappointed i......more

Goodreads review by Diana on April 13, 2018

I really love Cassandra Jean’s artwork. The story adaptation itself was confusing in places to someone who hasn’t read the second novel yet, but it’s not too bad that I couldn’t follow along. There are even more characters introduced to the already many from book one which are difficult to keep trac......more

Goodreads review by Alice on August 14, 2016

The story was nice, but the art was incredible (I am an unconditional fan of Cassandra Jean's work)......more

Quotes

“‘Peculiar’ doesn’t begin to cover it. Riggs’ chilling, wondrous novel is already headed for the movies.” People on Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children

“With its X-Men: First Class-meets-time-travel story line, David Lynchian imagery, and rich, eerie detail, it’s no wonder Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children has been snapped up by Twentieth Century Fox.” Entertainment Weekly on Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children

“Readers searching for the next Harry Potter may want to visit Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children.” CNN on Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children

“The sequel to Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children is as hauntingly sinister as the first and is unequivocally worth the wait…A must-read!” RT Book Reviews (4½ stars)

“Fans of the surprise hit Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children will welcome Kirby Heyborne’s engaging narration of Riggs’ second book…Heyborne deftly guides listeners through the complex story. Never hurrying the pace, he allows listeners to absorb Riggs’ image-rich, densely plotted prose. Heyborne also moves masterfully among the large cast of characters, creating distinct British voices for each of Jacob’s peculiar friends. Heyborne’s sense of timing, evident pleasure in the material, and ability to thrillingly execute the book’s many dramatic moments will keep listeners riveted.” AudioFile

Awards

  • Amazon Best Book of the Month
  • AudioFile Earphones Award
  • USA Today bestseller
  • Publishers Weekly bestseller
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