The Count of Monte Cristo

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  Favourite book on redemption.

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  Gabiq said on Sep 21, 2008 about the Paperback edition | Add your feedback

• a must-be read book

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  Roosebelt said on Oct 24, 2011 about the Paperback edition | Add your feedback

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  A story of anger and wit, passion and pride, grief and wealth. Edmond Dantès will spend 10 years of his life trying to avenge himself of all the suffering he has been a victim of. The plan is prepared in detail, the execution is carried on with care, but at the end there's THE doubt. The doubt that ... (continue)

  A story of anger and wit, passion and pride, grief and wealth. Edmond Dantès will spend 10 years of his life trying to avenge himself of all the suffering he has been a victim of. The plan is prepared in detail, the execution is carried on with care, but at the end there's THE doubt. The doubt that everything you have done for revenge was not worth it, the doubt that you haven't gone so far holding God's hand, but you've tried to play God instead, and it's not good.

  "The sum of all human wisdom is contained in these two words: Wait and Hope"

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  Hotaruccia said on May 1, 2011 about the Paperback edition | Add your feedback

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  My Favourite Fiction Book

  This book is the epitomy of an epic tale! This is a tale of the folly of human selfishness, vengeance, and redemption. The author is a master of suspense and what sets him apart from the rest is his ability to reveal the entire story through dialogue rather than resorting to the easier method of tel ... (continue)

  This book is the epitomy of an epic tale! This is a tale of the folly of human selfishness, vengeance, and redemption. The author is a master of suspense and what sets him apart from the rest is his ability to reveal the entire story through dialogue rather than resorting to the easier method of telling you what the characters are thinking. He often speaks of the scene as if he is with the reader, in their shoes.

  Several people have told me very good things about this book. If someone tells you the same, believe them.

  I would also like to mention that the audiobook reader, Fred Williams, is hands down the best I've ever heard. But then again, Blackstone Audio is known for their readers.

  Begun on the shore of the Pacific Ocean in Bahia Honda State Park in the Florida keys with the sound of the waves lulling me to sleep. Finished in Kingston, Ontario.

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  audioreader said on Jul 12, 2010 about the Paperback edition | 2 feedbacks

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  The adventurous aspects of the book are top notch, but the ending spoiled some of the fun. Also, Ali Pasha and his daughter were completely superfluous, Dumas' rebellion against romantic cliche was brave but detrimental. Watch the 2002 film for a tighter storyline and conclusion.

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  Mercury said on Apr 26, 2010 about the Paperback edition | Add your feedback

• I've always thought this was a great novel of love and tragedy

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  Morganjames said on Feb 22, 2010 about the Library Binding edition | Add your feedback

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• English Books
• Hardcover 640 Pages
• ISBN-10: 1593083335
• ISBN-13: 9781593083335
• Publisher: Barnes & Noble Classics
• Pub date: Oct 21, 2004
• Also available as: Mass Market Paperback, Paperback, Audio CD, Audio Cassette, Library Binding, School & Library Binding, Unbound, Others and eBook
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