Connie H. Luder

History made present

Revisado: 02-18-25

I loved the style of writing. The story moves smoothly from ancient Mesopotamia to modern Middle East as three characters represent their times and their connections to water. Water itself is a character viewed from various disciplines. Each character’s journey is relevant to today, and thus to readers.

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Grief’s Aftermath

Revisado: 12-08-24

Bostwick makes her characters relatable and her theme accessible. As she often does, she uses multiple key characters so the theme of grief is presented in some of its many facets and from different ages. These characters lives intertwine as each grapples with her grief and as each supports the other. Bostwick writes satisfying endings with the moving forward resolutions of each character.

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Amusing take on love.

Revisado: 11-10-23

For a quick relief from the world, this was great, short and different. Great performances.

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Hamilton exposed

Revisado: 08-16-17

For history buffs more than for theatre goers. Thoroughly researched and told with a great narrative style.

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A Good Life

Revisado: 11-22-16

A frontier story of brotherly live, honor, and integrity in a simpler time. Good, old-fashioned tale of love.

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Succinct

Revisado: 12-16-15

Where does The Boys in the Boat by Daniel James Brown - A 30-Minute Instaread Summary rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

I don't rank it thusly because I don't think of it as a read, but as notes.

What other book might you compare The Boys in the Boat by Daniel James Brown - A 30-Minute Instaread Summary to and why?

Cliff Notes since that is what information it covers.

Which scene was your favorite?

Not applicable.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes, it gives a clear overview of the actual book better if listened to all at once.

Any additional comments?

This is good for an overview, especially of a book you may need to know about, but don't have time to read.

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Believe

Revisado: 12-16-15

What made the experience of listening to Proof of Heaven the most enjoyable?

The author's sincerely in his reading and his own scientific background.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Proof of Heaven?

His need to share what he'd experienced.

What does Eben Alexander bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

His sincerity.

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

I'm already a believer, so no extreme reactions. I do think his explanations are some of the clearest I've read.

Any additional comments?

For those still curious, try Many Masters, Many Lives.

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For History Buffs

Revisado: 12-16-15

Where does Wolf Hall rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

It is an average listen because it requires so much prior knowledge to follow and the shifts of time aren't clear, even on the printed page.

Would you recommend Wolf Hall to your friends? Why or why not?

If you're a history buff of England you'll enjoy this counterpoint view of Henry VIII and his wives. It requires some prior knowledge of the time to follow the cast of characters and why this man's reign was so impactful and shocking, as were the coinciding religious times.

Which character – as performed by Simon Slater – was your favorite?

The main character was the best with nuances to assist understanding.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Certainly not. It's too long and far too complex for such a read unless you speed read with an amazing agility.

Any additional comments?

The cast of characters was helpful, but a period timeline would have helped even for one familiar with this era's history. Google one to have by your side for this trilogy. Also, the initial quotations are obscure without research. The author's insight or explanations for these haven't been found on-line either.

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Some missing links

Revisado: 06-04-15

The relationship between Lord John Grey and Jamie Frasier is filled in and their codes of honor examined in this Jacobite tale of intrigue.

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Some missing links

Revisado: 06-04-15

The relationship between Lord John Grey and Jamie Frasier is filled in and their codes of honor examined in this Jacobite tale of intrigue.

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