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  • By: J.K. Rowling
  • Narrated by: Stephen Fry
  • Length: 7 hrs and 52 mins
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars (415 ratings)

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The Ickabog

By: J.K. Rowling
Narrated by: Stephen Fry
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The Ickabog is coming....

A mythical monster, a kingdom in peril, an adventure that will test two children’s bravery to the limit. Discover a brilliantly original fairy tale about the power of hope and friendship to triumph against all odds, from one of the world’s best storytellers.

The kingdom of Cornucopia was once the happiest in the world. It had plenty of gold, a king with the finest moustache you could possibly imagine, and butchers, bakers, and cheesemongers whose exquisite foods made a person dance with delight when they ate them.

Everything was perfect - except for the misty Marshlands to the north, which, according to legend, were home to the monstrous Ickabog. Anyone sensible knew that the Ickabog was just a myth to scare children into behaving. But the funny thing about myths is that sometimes they take on a life of their own.

Could a myth unseat a beloved king? Could a myth bring a once happy country to its knees? Could a myth thrust two children into an adventure they didn’t ask for and never expected?

If you’re feeling brave, immerse yourself in this audiobook to find out....

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, a PDF including full-color illustrations from the winning artists of The Ickabog Illustration Competitions run by Hachette Children’s and Scholastic will appear in your library along with the audio.

©2020 J.K. Rowling (P)2020 J.K. Rowling

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Look...

I'm as appalled by recent history as anyone, but seriously. The woman can WRITE. She might be a cow, but damn!

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One for the children

A nice fairy tale but not for adults. I had hoped that, like the Harry Potter books, adult readers would enjoy this book as much as children, but it’s best suited to the 8-12 years age range. There is a nice moral to the story, but too obvious for any but the very young. I struggled through to the end, feeling bored, but finished it out of respect for Harry, Cormoran, and Councillor Barry.
Stephen Fry, as ever, is brilliant.

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Rowling did it again…

This book is underrated and matches the amazingness of the Harry Potter series. Get it and you’ll see for yourself. Rowling if your there I am the biggest Potter head EVER

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What a good fairytale

J.K. ROWLING really knows how to tell a story. I enjoyed this as much as the Harry Potter books.

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The emotion

I loved the song and the characters. I didn't hate anything. J. K. Rowling is sooo smart

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Charming Fairytale

I thoroughly enjoyed this story. It was a delightful way to wile away an afternoon.

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Phenomenal

I. Loved. It.
Wow, I just cant. Stephen fry is perfect for this! 😀 just like every other J.K. Rowling book I've read, (Harry Potter 1 through 7) he just fits for the roll. and the story! OHH THE STORY. Love IT

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VERY LONG AND ENTERTAINING

It was very long and entertaining. This book said it was for children but I would recommend it to 8+. There are deaths and murders throughout the story and it goes to having povity. At the end it is very happy though. Flynn 10yrs old Australia

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AMAZING

I love the music and Stephen Fry you were amazing I loved it I can't wait to listen to more of your amazing stories and J.K. Rowling I loved it it's an intense exciting story but I'll never forget

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Amazing!!!

I loved this book and the audio was so soothing. I think JK writes beautifully and her ideas are great!

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