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Los Angeleez? Ducheen?

Revisado: 03-27-25

Some of the annoying mispronunciations that I think anyone who narrates professionally should correct before reading. I really appreciated the information about Pamela that showed she was way more than a courtesan and social striver. Her appointment as US Ambassador to France demonstrated her understanding of foreign policy and her ability to work hard. Louise Brearley almost ruined the book for me. NO one says Los Angeleez!!

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What a bizarre story!

Revisado: 02-26-25

This was a fascinating read and, despite the quotes from many therapists about Breitweiser, it is still very difficult to understand this kind of obsession. The punishments seemed kind of lenient given the volume of his theft!

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Aa different approach to the subject

Revisado: 01-30-25

Remembering a parent from your childhood memories and then getting to know that person again through a search from years later was a very unique way to tell his Holocaust story. I actually found Wichtel's hunt to be exciting.

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Another excellent read from Coates

Revisado: 12-27-24

While I thought this was a worthwhile to read, I wish I could say that I learned some new things about this topic. I have read lots on the topics he's covered. Certainly Israeli apartheid is not something new and definitely not since their reaction to the October 7 terrorist attack. I think this is an important topic but not a new one for me.

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My least favorite Moriarty book

Revisado: 11-09-24

I was almost exhausted by the end but continued listening just to see how it turned out. I give the author credit for the clever way she puts stories and themes together but this one kind of wore me out. Interesting how the Aussie accent can make a 2 syllable word out "no" or "know."

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Exciting true story!

Revisado: 09-04-24

There's lots of historical information in this book but don't let that deter you from reading it if you aren't a history buff. It's also a spellbinding WWII tale of a family being at the mercy of the Gestapo and the SS. They serve as an example of total disruption of families in Europe during the Nazi terror. I won't say more so as not to give away the ending except to say that they and many thousands more showed amazing courage.

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As if we needed more reminders!

Revisado: 08-22-24

Everything we already know about Trump and his lies is demonstrated here and backed up with proof. It is the playbook of all dictators and would-be dictators. Excellent and well-researched book.

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Nothing new here but very well researched!

Revisado: 07-18-24

Having watched the various judgements against the Sackler family, I wasn't surprised by any of this but it was interesting to see how 3 generations of the family were corrupted by greed. The fact that they stuck to their story about how the drug wasn't addictive even through all the court battles and never took any responsibility is just mind-bending. I wonder how it feels to know that one's actions have been responsible for thousands of deaths. But hey, they were able to sell their various mansions for millions so I guess they took comfort in that! I would have given the story 5 stars if the truth of the family wasn't SO disgusting!

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Evangelicals explained!

Revisado: 06-05-24

There are few more important books for voters to read to understand the bizarre support of Trump by evangelical Christians. Everything he is goes against Christian values as so many of us understand them. Yet they continue their support. This is also a crucial book to read in an election year.

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Another Erik Larson winner!

Revisado: 05-24-24

I love Larson's books (have read them all) and this is no exception. He covers historical events in such a fascinating way. However, Will Patton's narration nearly ruined the book for me. How did he ever win an Audie award? He sounds like he's trying to be either George W. Bush or a "Lonesome Dove" cowboy. Does he think the subject requires a pretend Southern accent? He adds soto voce in the weirdest places; I guess he thinks it adds suspense or gravitas. Whatever the case, it's SO annoying. I know I should be talking more about the book but the fact that I can't shows how irritated I am with the narration.

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