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Overdone

Revisado: 07-02-16

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A lack of modulation and subtlety in the characters' moods and dialogues caused me to tire of this potentially interesting ghost story after a few chapters. Instead, I experienced the tone as petulantly aggressive and rough-hewn to the point that the purported highly refined philosophical education of the main character, perhaps meant to lend him weight and depth, came across as, at best, a vain affectation and, more probably, an unbelievable fiction. If you have a taste for melodrama this book may appeal to you.

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Lions and tigers and bears

Revisado: 10-06-15

This story gave me graphic and dramatic insight into some of the horrendous effects of war without sacrificing my belief in the goodness that is also part of human beings.

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Oh,dear!

Revisado: 04-10-15

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Oh, dear --- this was a disappointment. Of course, death is a subject that is of great importance in a relationship with a spiritual teacher, but in this sequel to Breakfast With Buddha, Otto's first person narrative mires the plot in too much morose introspection to make good reading. I am apprehensive about the projected Dinner with Buddha, as the fresh unselfconsciousness of Breakfast With Buddha may turn out to be unrepeatable.

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Volvo" Rinpoche Lights Up the Journey

Revisado: 04-08-15

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I thought this story might not work -- that it would not persuasively crack the shell of the wise- guy westerner's sophisticated superiority well- represented by Otto. But for me, Merullo's depiction of the Rinpoche, so deft and light-handed, was delightful, surprising and illuminating. And the first person narrative by Otto, though it became a bit didactic in the final scenes, showed enough skill, wit and creativity to strain the credibility of the role he was cast in as mere editor of other people's books, and not a writer himself. I enjoyed and learned from spending time on the road with Otto and Rinpoche and highly recommend this Audible version.

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Excellent in every respect

Revisado: 02-19-15

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What a find this series is! I am already on to Book 3 of the trilogy and anything else I can find by Robin Hobb.The writing is completely unselfconscious and highly accomplished, the characters fascinating yet believable, and the performance by James Langton is simply brilliant.

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The New Colossus

Revisado: 01-05-15

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Surely among the most interesting characters of this unusual and engaging tale is the City of New York, itself, which the author depicts with warmth and detailed familiarity.

The immigrant themes and the imposing strength and stature of the Golem bring to mind the harbor Torchbearer and the poem inscribed at the statue's base, entitled, "The New Colossus," ---- written by a woman named Lazarus. Hmmmm----

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Exceeds expectations!

Revisado: 01-03-15

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I haven't finished listening to this yet, but am enjoying it so much I wanted to pause and enter a review. The story is unusually rich in humor, setting and cast of characters, and the reading by Wanda McCaddon (new to me) is utterly brilliant! For me, her voice is a veritable paintbrush, defining and distinguishing the diverse assortment of personalities with great imagination and persuasive power. A great holiday read!

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Overly Psychological

Revisado: 11-19-14

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I looked forward to this book, but ended up finding it tedious. The author gave much more time and attention to the psychological interiors of several of the characters than I found interesting.

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Thoughtful, Careful, Engaging

Revisado: 06-30-14

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When I listened to the sample recording segment posted with this title, I was a bit doubtful about the reading as performed by the author. However, having listened to the first hour, I have become very appreciative.I find Helen Palmer's voice and elocution pleasant enough, but, more importantly, the slow pace of her presentation allows me time to savor and absorb the content. Also, some listeners might benefit, as I do, from the, in this instance, natural and central use of pronouns and examples reflecting female experience.

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Outstanding

Revisado: 05-19-14

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A beautiful reading of this wise and poetic collection of teachings. My only criticism is the jarring intrusion of lengthy promotional material following close upon the final syllable. I encourage purchasers and listeners to discourage the insertion of this kind of material wherever and whenever it appears uninvited. It is not what we pay for, and it is destructive to the efforts of the authors and readers of good literature to create a rewarding experience for the purchaser.

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