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Tommy got my attention from the start

Revisado: 05-03-15

What made the experience of listening to Tommy Nightmare the most enjoyable?

The multidimensional storyline intrigued me and the well-developed characters made me want to know more about them. I finished the book in two days. The reader was excellent too.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Tommy Nightmare?

In the very beginning when we discover Tommy's devastating secret. We see how the travesties of life, in the form of dysfunction and cruelty, transform him from an innocent child to a dark, troubled young man.

Which scene was your favorite?

*Spoiler alert*
There were many but one came towards the end when Jenny "Pox" is attacked by the crowd. The movement of the scene was vivid with the author seamlessly adding elements of fantasy into modern reality. The evil Ashleigh orchestrating Jenny's demise using her "love power" against Tommy and cohorts to get them to do what she wants. The author weaves the mounting tension as Ashleigh's plan unfolds from Seth's indiscretion with the love-zapped Ashleigh look-alike to the mob in the square. It seems like it might just be the end but then Alejandro rushes in to save the day. The reader performed the different characters brilliantly

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

When Alejandro tells Jenny that her curse is actually a gift and she begins to realize she can be powerful rather than a victim

Any additional comments?

Tommy Nightmare was surprisingly entertaining. I didn't expect to get sucked in right from the start. I had actually returned a Stephen King book (the name I won't mention) I found disappointing and replaced it with this one. I'm very happy that this novel was so interesting and captivating. Bravo, JL Bryan! You've gained another loyal fan.

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On Writing delivers a master's class on writing

Revisado: 12-05-11

Where does On Writing rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

On Writing ranks at the top of my audiobook list, even over The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo audios which I enjoyed immensely. The combination of Mr. King's thought-provoking instruction read in his own voice weaves a resonant spell, imbibing lessons in the hard, resistant ground of my writer's mind.

What did you like best about this story?

Stephen King delivers a no-nonsense performance as professor-in-chief, offering his unique take on the craft & business of writing. As per his writing style, King's comprehension of the many layers of writing along with an intrinsic grasp of story brings experience & insight together in a way I wish I'd had in a teacher on my academic journey. Stripping away the bs and getting to the nitty gritty of things is what separates good professors from great ones and I dare say that the inspiration to write that has been sparked for me by this audio is unprecedented. The tools given in this short book are treasures that have been hiding in plain site, presented to the student in usable form.

Which scene was your favorite?

This is an instructive manual so it's not played out in scenes but Stephen King does tell his writing story as instruction. Beautifully, I might add. My favorite part of the entire production is the precise way he gets to the heart of writing and demands that only the serious apply. An authenticity which dissolves the fluff, quelling any offense such that one can only appreciate the time saved minus the bells & whistles that can sometimes infiltrate artistic discussion.

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

Yes.

Any additional comments?

If I had to describe On Writing in one word, that one word would be,

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