George's Secret Key to the Universe.

George's Secret Key to the Universe

Lucy & Stephen Hawking

Simon & Schuster Audio

1230 Avenue of Americas, New York NY 10020

0743571614, $29.95 www.simonsays.com

This unabridged cd is directed to younger audiences, but it'd be a shame to limit its recommendation to children's audio collections alone, and so is reviewed here as a top pick for all ages. Hugh Dancy provides a vigorous reading spiced with science notes read by Stephen Hawking as it discusses facts about black holes in the context of a science fiction adventure. When George's pet pig breaks into the yard next door, George meets his new neighbors, who are involved in science, and uncovers a secret key to understanding the universe. His journey to the edge of the solar system will lead him into danger in this gripping adventure.