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The Testaments: The Booker Prize-winning sequel to the bestselling novel The Handmaid's Tale

The Testaments: The Booker Prize-winning sequel to the bestselling novel The Handmaid's Tale


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169
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46
Release Date
September 10, 2019
Duration
13 hours 18 minutes
Summary
*NOW A MAJOR DISNEY+ AND HULU ORIGINAL SERIES*

Winner of the Booker Prize 2019.

The British Book Awards Audiobook of the Year 2020

The Testaments by Margaret Atwood is read by Ann Dowd, Bryce Dallas Howard and Mae Whitman with Derek Jacobi, Tantoo Cardinal and Margaret Atwood.

Margaret Atwood's dystopian masterpiece, The Handmaid's Tale, is a modern classic. Now she brings the iconic story to a dramatic conclusion in this riveting sequel.

More than fifteen years after the events of The Handmaid's Tale, the theocratic regime of the Republic of Gilead maintains its grip on power, but there are signs it is beginning to rot from within. At this crucial moment, the lives of three radically different women converge, with potentially explosive results.

Two have grown up as part of the first generation to come of age in the new order. The testimonies of these two young women are joined by a third voice: a woman who wields power through the ruthless accumulation and deployment of secrets.

As Atwood unfolds The Testaments, she opens up the innermost workings of Gilead as each woman is forced to come to terms with who she is, and how far she will go for what she believes.

'Dear Readers: Everything you've ever asked me about Gilead and its inner workings is the inspiration for this book. Well, almost everything! The other inspiration is the world we've been living in.' Margaret Atwood

'The literary event of the year.' Guardian

'A savage and beautiful novel, and it speaks to us today, all around the world, with particular conviction and power... The bar is set particularly high for Atwood and she soars over it' Peter Florence, Booker Prize Chair of Judges, Guardian

© Margaret Atwood 2019 (P) Penguin Audio 2019
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What listeners say
Listeners praised the audiobook for its compelling narrative and exceptional narration, particularly highlighting Ann Dowd's performance as Aunt Lydia. Many considered it an excellent companion to 'The Handmaid's Tale,' appreciating its depth and character development. While the majority found it engaging and well-produced, a few noted that the author's own narration lacked enthusiasm compared to other performers. Overall, it was widely regarded as a satisfying and thought-provoking listen.
Profile Avatar Georgina F. Sep 2019

The new Animal Farm. Very good read

Profile Avatar Thorn May 2026

LOVED IT! and I agree with a previous reviewer, Aunt Lidia was brilliant!

Profile Avatar E R. Jan 2026

Great read

Profile Avatar Gehan E. Oct 2023

A really powerful listen. Ann Dowd is excellent as Aunt Lydia. A must if you've read The Handmaid's Tale. Highly recommended.

Profile Avatar Jonathan P. Jun 2023

A great compendium to the Handsmaid's Tale, illuminating much more of the story of Gilead. Fantastic narration by everyone except the author herself, who frankly sounded bored stiff, whereas Ann Dowd was magnificent. Totally turns on its head your thoughts about Aunt Lydia.

Profile Avatar Karmen muhic Jan 2023

Enjoyable end to a good book.

Profile Avatar Rick S. Dec 2022

Brilliant. I liked it better than the first one in the series. Aunt Lydia was surprisingly captivating, and often quite funny.

Profile Avatar Egle Z. May 2021

I enjoyed the book immensely, especially because of the wonderful narrators. A great story for our times.

Profile Avatar RachelO Apr 2021

Read the Handmaiden decades ago and really enjoyed it so was worried this wouldn't be as good but I think it's even better. Really enjoyed this book

Profile Avatar Daisy Walker Mar 2021

such a fantastic, satisfying conclusion the original book and incredibly well acted by all!

Profile Avatar Jade Grace W. Jan 2021

I loved a handmaids tale and this is a fantastic prequel, it shows how America changed in such a short space of time and really sets the scene and builds the characters ready for a handmaids tale

Profile Avatar Anonymous Apr 2020

Excellent book.

Profile Avatar Claire Beresford Mar 2020

Brilliant sequel. loved it.

Profile Avatar Tomas A. Mar 2020

So great to hear where the story goes ahead of the series

Profile Avatar Chris L. Dec 2019

Just brilliant, and the narration was out of this world - 5 stars on everything...

Profile Avatar Kaylene B. Nov 2019

Loved it. Easy to follow with great narration.

Profile Avatar Catherine W. Oct 2019

Enthralling audiobook.

Profile Avatar Rosamund H. Sep 2019

Stunning genius writing and an equally brilliant audiobook narration

The Testaments: The Booker Prize-winning sequel to the bestselling novel The Handmaid's Tale

The Testaments: The Booker Prize-winning sequel to the bestselling novel The Handmaid's Tale

Author: Margaret Atwood
Read by: Bryce Dallas Howard
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