Uncle Dynamite

By: P. G. Wodehouse

Narrated by: Jonathan Cecil

A chance meeting on a train brought together Lord Ickenham and Bill Oakshott - although being told that the love of his life, Hermione, was engaged to none other than Pongo, Lord Ickenham's nephew, did make Bill feel like he'd been struck behind the ear.

©2012 The Trustees of the Wodehouse Estate (P)2012 AudioGO

Fabulous

A wonderful tale, performed by my favorite interpreter of Wodehouse. Well worth the time and money.

An absolute delight.

If you need a mood elevator, this is it. I looked forward to reading it every day and was depressed when it was over. Happily, Uncle Fred appears in many other Wodehouse books. He is joy in a human being. And no one reads Wodehouse like Jonathan Cecil. This particular book is my favorite Wodehouse, and I've read a lot of it.

Brilliant narration

Jonathan Cecil at his best.
A wonderful gallery (if that's the word I want) of voices. Jonathan Cecil is a genius.

More fun with Uncle Fred

What made the experience of listening to Uncle Dynamite the most enjoyable?

Without question, Jonathan Cecil's reading is what makes listening to this story great. It's a fun story (though not quite as great as the Uncle Fred story Cocktail Time), with all of the loopiness and goofiness we expect of a classic Wodehouse story. And Jonathan Cecil's reading makes it shine.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Uncle Dynamite?

Without revealing one of the amusing plot twists...at the end of the story, I was delighted as Uncle Fred put Sir Aylmer Bostock in his place.

Which character – as performed by Jonathan Cecil – was your favorite?

Jonathan Cecil is one of those rare readers who goes beyond being a good reader and becomes the embodiment of the author's work. Jonathan Cecil's reading of all the characters is excellent, but his portrayal of Uncle Fred is just perfect.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

Uncle Dynamite makes me smile, laugh, and guffaw in many places. Uncle Fred is just a treasure as he goes about "spreading sweetness and light", cajoling, threatening, and blackmailing people all in the name of increasing happiness for everyone around him.

Engaging and funny

This is a wonderful Wodehouse installment. Funny in many places, the story is classic tongue in cheek drama. Love the story within a story when the narrator speaks to the listener. Good use of humor, asides, hooks make the story more engaging than a straight telling would have been. The performance adds immeasurably to the enjoyment of the story and punctuates the humor well.

Recommended.

Wodehouse at his best.

I have listened to this story at least 6 times over the years. An absolute magnificent performance by Jonathan Cecil in reading Wodehouse at his best.

Terrific! Wodehouse and Cecil are a great combo.

Follows the tried and true formula of other Wodehouse novels, especially the Blandings series, which has featured the beloved Uncle Dynamite once before. If you enjoyed other screwball comedies with the usual nearly ill-fated love matches of other Wodehouse novels (and you know you do!), you can't go wrong with this one.

Excellent story and Jonathan Cecil is superb.

PG Wodehouse was ahead of his time. This book like a few others would make excellent movies if done just so. His over the top fun with Uncle Fred is hilarious.

Wodehouse never disappoints

This is as clever a Wodehouse book as I've ever read. While being partial to Wooster and Jeeves I have to say that Uncle Fred gives them a run for their money. I also didn't think you could do better than Frederick Davidson in reading Wodehouse but I have to admit that Jonathan Cecil is every bit as good.

Good old Wodehouse Fun!

Jonathan Cecil is one of my most favorite Wodehouse narrators! love it! I'd listen to these three Uncle Fred books in order, but they're just great fun. Great for when you just want something light and fun!