James R. Folker

Root al information for golfer

Revisado: 04-04-24

Good narration. Good writing. Because there is so much data, it does feel like a text book rather than a page-turner, but well worth it

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Good Writing, Implausible Story

Revisado: 10-27-17

The writing was fast-paced and exciting. Characters were relatable and real. Narration was fantastic. However, the nature of this story requires paradox and a ridiculous premise. It's like a time-travel story. Some people love the fantasy aspect if it, but I have a hard time getting past illogical plots.

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Boring, not Funny.

Revisado: 10-18-16

Would you try another book from Amy Schumer and/or Amy Schumer?

No

What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment?

Mild disgust

Any additional comments?

I really like Amy's standup and show, but in this book (that she wrote and narrates) she comes off as selfish and with very bad character. The book wasn't terrible, but it wasn't great. It made me like her less.

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Not What I Expected

Revisado: 10-18-16

What would have made A Life Well Played better?

The story and the narration was slow and boring, the opposite of Arnie's golf game.

Any additional comments?

This will sound strange considering Arnie's reputation, but I strongly disliked the book due to it's subtle, but excessive bragging. The book is filled with phrases in which Arnie highlights his great treatment of people all while talking about how humble he is. He also is quite preachy, such as saying all Americans should be required to do a stint in the military. He also goes on about how men shouldn't have facial hair or wear hats in public. I realize that was the code in the 50s, but times have changed. I read nearly every golf book, but this one rubbed me the wrong way, repeatedly. It was very unlike most other golf autobiographies.

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Cliched and predictable

Revisado: 07-26-16

Ready Player One is my all time favorite audio book. This was sort of fun, but the story was entirely predictable. The writing seemed hasty, repetitive, and forced. Wheaton's performance was very good again, though.

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Terrible

Revisado: 03-20-12

It's 15 hours of a millionaire drug addict blaming every person he was ever close to for every bad thing that ever happened to him. And he's a huge rascist. I love Miles' music, but wished I'd have skipped this. I liked him a helluva lot better before listening to this.

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Loved this book, keeps me going

Revisado: 10-20-11

Great book about fairly ordinary people of various ages that have jobs, kids, lives, etc. but decide to pursue competing in an Ironman race. This is the best fitness bio I have read to date. It motivates me to keep working out since these people aren't so different than me. Really enjoyed it.

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Very motivational

Revisado: 10-20-11

Bought this book for a friend who had a car accident and became a quadriplegic in June. He wanted to hear people's stories who had overcome great obstacles. This book is such as story. I listened to it, and was so motivated I began working out and running. I'm still going strong several weeks later, and I've now picked through all of Audible's fitness bios. Even if you aren't interested in fitness, it's a great read.

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Part 1, enhanced format is corrupt!!

Revisado: 03-16-10

I love the story so far, but the audio just stops 90 minutes into part 1. The file continues to play, but no audio!. Parts 2 and 3 seem fine. Been a member since 2004 and never had this before

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Very, very good story

Revisado: 03-11-10

I really enjoyed this book. I love US history, and this is very real and very riveting. My only (minor) complaint is that the narrator sounds like a radio announcer the whole time, but that was vastly overshadowed by a great narrative of the Pacific front.

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