The Round Red Stone


Read by Jeff Burton

(4.2 stars; 17 reviews)

This tale concerns a lad of twelve, who sets off unwillingly on a journey with his uncle. In the course of his adventures, he obtains a stone, whose ultimate meaning is tied up with the fate of a war between two cities. As commonly happens with boys, he finds himself at the center of the conflict. Can he divine the stone’s purpose in time? Even more importantly, can he even hang on to it?

The story includes a mystery, long journeys, prisons, adventure, and living out-of-doors. There is also a fairly large battle at the end, with plenty of blood. Death appears throughout. I believe that no one washes his hands at any point in the account, but sometimes my memory is faulty. It takes place long ago, but not in a place you'll find in an atlas. Some may be disappointed in the absence of wizards and dragons.

Girls are welcome to listen, but they should be forewarned. Horses are mentioned, but no person develops any meaningful friendship with one. Talking animals, while interesting, do not figure in any way (unless one considers boys between the ages of ten and fourteen to be talking animals). There is absolutely no kissing of any kind.

With those cautions in mind, I invite you to listen to The Round Red Stone.


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Chapters 1, 2, and 3 Read by Jeff Burton
Chapters 4 and 5 Read by Jeff Burton
Chapters 6 and 7 Read by Jeff Burton
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Reviews


(0 stars)

Interesting. But yeah, the last chapter really feels like it belongs at the end of a _section_, not at the end of the whole book. Reminds me of Tad Williams that way -- his books end right in the middle of the action, and you have to get the next ...


(0 stars)

Just finished listening to the first three chapters....great story, Jeff! I like the brisk narration pace. One reason I usually prefer reading to audio books is that the pace can be mind-numbingly slow. Your pace was just right, in my opinion. Looking forward to the rest of the story.


(0 stars)

I was a little tentative about starting this, but I loved it. The only thing is that, now that I have finished it, I want more and can't find anything else. Do you have any plans for the second book yet?

adventurous!


(4 stars)

This was a great tale about a young man's travel to find himself ... and a new family. My pet peeve is an "unfinished book" (the mystery of the message in the bag in this case).


(0 stars)

Thank You very much Jeff, I like the story very much so far can't wait to listen to the rest. I like the pace too. keep the good work and thanks again TRAX


(0 stars)

You don't have to try narrate like anyone else, it still is a gem in your style. But adding a little space (5-10 seconds of music) between the chapters would increase suspense.


(0 stars)

Fast paced? I know - I'm constantly fighting that as I'm narrating. It's tough to be compared to the master (Nathan), but it inspires me to try to do better. Thanks.


(0 stars)

I'd have to say a few of the chapters were narrated quite fast but still very listenable. Enjoyed the story but seems as though the ending is just the beginning.