The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (Version 2)


Read by Kristin Hughes (1974-2021)

(4.6 stars; 114 reviews)

After hearing Mr. Enfield's account of a distressing event involving Edward Hyde, the heir of his friend, Henry Jekyll, John Utterson is convinced that Jekyll's relationship with Hyde is built on something sinister. Utterson's concern for his friend is not unfounded but the reasons aren't quite what he, at first, believes. (Summary by Kristin Hughes) (2 hr 49 min)

Chapters

01 - Story of the Door 14:15 Read by Kristin Hughes (1974-2021)
02 - Search for Mr. Hyde 19:18 Read by Kristin Hughes (1974-2021)
03 - Dr. Jekyll Was Quite At Ease 5:35 Read by Kristin Hughes (1974-2021)
04 - The Carew Murder Case 10:41 Read by Kristin Hughes (1974-2021)
05 - Incident of the Letter 10:43 Read by Kristin Hughes (1974-2021)
06 - Incident of Dr. Lanyon 9:58 Read by Kristin Hughes (1974-2021)
07 - Incident of the Window 4:06 Read by Kristin Hughes (1974-2021)
08 - The Last Night 29:46 Read by Kristin Hughes (1974-2021)
09 - Dr. Lanyon's Narrative 18:43 Read by Kristin Hughes (1974-2021)
10 - Henry Jekyll's Full Statement of the Case 46:47 Read by Kristin Hughes (1974-2021)

Reviews

Excellent reading


(5 stars)

I started listening to another version of this work and voice was too monotone for me. After the first couple of chapters I looked for other versions and came across this one. I found this to be an exellent reading, really clear and expressive and it immensely increased my enjoyment of the book.

Excellent reading


(5 stars)

This is the best reading of the book on librivox. I really enjoyed the narration as well as the story.


(3.5 stars)

I think that the style was awesome and the mysterious atmosphere was something incredible (bravo for the narrator also for doing so!) that I had goose bumps on my arms. But I find it unsatisfying when it comes to the lengrh of the book - it was so short that when it started to become interesting and so incredibly mysterious it was nearly ending! What a shame, otherwise I would give full 4 stars :(

More of a Psychological Thriller Really


(3.5 stars)

Although this book does have elements of horror, I believe this is more of a psychological thriller. Its sort of a mix between Dracula and Frankenstein, with slightly stronger leanings toward Frankenstein. I imagine this book caused quite the stir when it was first released. The movie industry again got enough wrong to make it hard to get the book at first, but it is closer than Frankenstein.

Amazing!


(5 stars)

I just listened to this book for the first time. I have only ever encountered Dr Jekyll/ Mr Hyde in the 1941 movie. The book is so much better! Great reader!

Quality recording


(5 stars)

Read nicely by Kristen Hughes, this reading of a classic story is all too quick and good to pass up.

It's a good book.


(5 stars)

Thank you so much for reading this book so well. I really like your voice.

fascinating


(5 stars)

fantastic reading by Kristin Hughes of a book exploring man's fear of his 'dark' side. very fun.