Since we've been making the 2+ hr. trek to co-op every week, I decided to try an audiobook.  I must say that I had quite an aversion to them in the past - writing them off as the lazy person's method of reading.  The first one we listened to was Bridge to Terabithia since we had just seen the movie.  It was enjoyable.  Anne of Green Gables, The Complete Edgar Allen Poe, and various others followed.  However, it wasn't until we heard Jim Dale's rendition of Around the World in 80 Days that we were hooked!  It was absolutely captivating!  His voices were so convincing that you could close your eyes and imagine that you were sailing along for the ride.  (not recommended if you're the one in the drivers seat ...)  Of course, the excitement of the book lends itself well to the dramatic audio reenactment, but the characterizations were exquisite!  I HIGHLY recommend this one!