Sandra L. Etemad

Excellent acting and characters

Revisado: 01-22-24

(The story wasn't what I expected, and wasn't something I would have chosen had I known, but I changed my "Story" rating from 3 to 4 because what it set out to do it did very well and once I got used to the genre I wasn't expecting I enjoyed it a lot.)

The performances were superb. I liked the Dolby effects: several times I pulled a headphone off my ear because I was sure a noise was coming from outside and once I turned my head to the left because my brain thought someone was speaking to me from behind me on the left.

This definitely doesn't work well without headphones or earbuds. The background noises drown out what characters are saying. In general, the special-effect sounds tended to make it really hard to understand the dialogue (sometimes impossible for me, but I think that's partly because of my less-than-stellar hearing). That said, without spoiling anything all I can say is that the way certain voices or sounds were done was fantastic, especially when a sort of tunnel-effect was used and for multiple voices /crowd sounds all at once outside the compound.

My biggest frustration was having to rewind multiple times and even then not being able to make out the dialogue. It's the sole reason I gave it only 3 stars for "Overall."

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Enjoyable fluff

Revisado: 01-20-24

I did enjoy this; as I shoveled snow, and then, later, as I did other chores around the house, it was perfect. An entertaining and, at moments, thought-provoking alternate version of Pride and Prejudice, or at least an unauthorized sequel featuring young Lydia, who, at age 15, runs away to elope with a handsome soldier. Things don't go well, and she is punished even as an adult: ostracized, estranged from her family, and miserable with her awful husband. It's short, but definitely a fun read.

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Fabulous narration of irresistible stories

Revisado: 09-19-23

I couldn't ask for more. This is my favorite audiobook of all. My only beef: Gaiman writes so well, it seems unfair that he also narrates so very well. But I shouldn't complain, as I received the bounty of his excessive gifts.

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Super dope entry in the Threshold series

Revisado: 01-30-20

Heck, this was good. This return to the present fits perfectly as a follow-up to 14 and The Fold. I’d say it’s more 14 than The Fold (though I liked The Fold better), but I don’t know how to get more into it without spoilers.

I guess I can say that, unlike the first three books in the series, you really do need to have read the previous books, 14 and The Fold (Dead Moon isn’t necessary) for this one to make sense.

If you’re into the Threshold series so far you’re gonna love this one.

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He did it again

Revisado: 02-28-19

Dude, it’s zombies on the frickin’ moon. What else do you need? The universe of the Threshold Series gets fleshed out a little more with an exciting story that wastes no time getting into the action. Get it and listen and love.

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A must-have for all Simpsons fanatics

Revisado: 11-28-18

This guy says he’s been told that he sounds like he’s always smiling, and I’ve gotta say, I totally agree. It was a marvelous listen, and I managed the whole thing in one sitting. Great stories and insight into the creation and lifespan of the show. If you love this show, you need to listen to this excellent book.

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Very much a product of its time

Revisado: 10-24-17

I'm sure that this was better back in the 1970s when it was written, but after all the advances and growth in genre writing since then, it kind of falls flat. The first 90% is gripping, but the end feels more rushed than prom night. I guess I would recommend it to genre fans, but more as an item of interest in the history of horror writing than as a good read.

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It's confusing is what it is

Revisado: 10-20-17

It's written like a half-novel, half game guide, and is not even close to a complete story. Everything's gotta be a series these days. The narration is EXCELLENT, and I wouldn't have finished the audiobook if it wasn't as good as it is.

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Just fine popcorn science fiction

Revisado: 10-13-17

Perfect fare for a weekend road trip or a week of jogging. It's not something I'll ever come back to, but it was certainly a fun ride while it lasted. Recommended to people who like fast-paced action and don't want to have to think very hard about it.

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He was a real master of the short story

Revisado: 04-30-17

It's interesting to listen to a classic sci-if short story collection knowing that these stories helped inspire the newer ones. I kept getting into my head and playing Wallace Shawn from Princess Pride about predicting the endings. Everybody should read this collection. It will make your skin fireproof and indestructible.

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