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Dodger

By: Terry Pratchett
Narrated by: Stephen Briggs
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Dodger is a tosher – a sewer scavenger living in the squalor of Dickensian London.

Everyone who is nobody knows Dodger. Anyone who is anybody doesn’t.

But when he rescues a young girl from a beating, suddenly everybody wants to know him.

And Dodger’s tale of skulduggery, dark plans and even darker deeds begins . . .

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Critic reviews

Here, once again, is the mark of a great writer . . . we are captivated by ingenious word-building on every page . . . As Dodger's triumphant path ultimately brings him honour from the very highest rank of society, we cannot help but cheer not only for his success, but also for the success of this ebullient, funny and delightful novel.
Wonderful.
Dodger feels fresh, vibrant and full of energy, a triumph that should be celebrated as yet another glorious gift from Narrativia.
[A] superb novel . . . full of eccentric characters and carefully detailed London scenes, the tale embodies both Dickens's love for the common man and a fierce desire for social justice.
It's a masterwork from a treasure and hero of a writer, and it will delight you. (Cory Doctorow)
Historical fiction in the hands of the inimitable Sir Terry brings the sights and the smells (most certainly the smells) of Old London wonderfully to life . . . Unexpected, drily funny and full of the pathos and wonder of life: Don't miss it.
Interwoven with historical figures such as Charles Dickens, Robert Peel and Disraeli, Dodger is convincing proof of [Pratchett's] still galloping imagination.
Masterly and entertaining (Nicolette Jones)
Dodger is a book filled with kindness and wisdom. The reason I feel the need to point this out is that it is so rare. The story practically oozes kindness. (Ann Giles)
Dodger is a hero who Dickens would love . . . You can't help loving Dodger as he ducks, dives, falls in love and rises in the Victorian world. This is a hero I can't wait to meet again. (Amanda Craig)
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I loved this tale, it had a serious side as well as the Pratchett humour. The story was set in the first part of the reign of Queen Victoria, it cleverly included the characters of Charles Dickens and Henry Mayhew as a relevant part of the tale. I did really enjoy this, it was a departure from the normal stories of Terry Pratchett, - EXCELLENT!

Mr Pratchett NEVER fails

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A completely different view of London in Victorian times. Quick paced, lol funny with silly clever characters. I loved it. Steven Briggs has voices for everyone so the story rolls along at surprising speed. Fantastic

Extraordinary Pratchett at his Best

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I bought this a few years ago and its still one of my favorites. I listen to it over and over. If only Terry Pratchett had written a sequel. It's a great listen really gives you an insight into what life was like with a great plot and storyline. The narrator's got the knack for voicing the different characters. It's got life, action, intrigue, and romance set in the Victorian era all over London;from the poorest areas(Seven Dials Rookery) to the most affluent houses of parliament. Love it! Well worth a listen and another and another.

One of my favorite books

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Christmas is not the same without a new book written by Terry. Sometimes I would receive more than one copy of the new book. Double delight. So this Christmas I listened to an old book and alternated between enjoyed the story and missing Terry.It's the first time I have listened to Dodger as have read it before, and I enjoyed it more I honestly think I felt the dirt, smelled the smells, and enjoyed the characters more than when I read the book myself. Our not so long ago past.

Toshing is not for me cos of the smell...

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If you like TPs style of writing, his humour and are not too worried about historical accuracy; you’ll love this book

Victorian London at its finest

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