Student of History

Almost Returned It

Revisado: 08-31-24

It has been a while since I was motivated to review a book. I’m surprised at the fact that I’m reviewing a Colleen Hoover book. I’d written her off as a writer I chose to read, because of another book I started, but returned. I’m not a fan of “bodice ripping”, and along with that, I thought the plot in this one dragged in the beginning. But, I’m glad I stayed. Because the author actually lived through domestic violence, she excellently portrayed the nuances between those emotions of love and hate. Sadly sometimes, they dwell right next to each other in the lives of people. Ms. Hoover helped to explain just how difficult it is to break the cycle. The stereotypical abuser is the person who is blatantly abusive, a cur of human being, that anybody would find detestable. That’s why society places all the responsibility on the abused person to rectify his/her situation. It’s never that simple. Thank you Ms. Hoover, for doing a service to the real dilemma of domestic violence. It’s never simple.

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Best Yet

Revisado: 03-07-22

My husband and I have enjoyed past books by Mr. Eskins, but this is the best yet. A great thriller.

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Don’t Let Go of this Narrator

Revisado: 05-25-21

My husband liked this Harlan Coben story better than I did, but we loved Steven Weber’s narration. He might be the the most expressive, animated narrator we have ever heard. He turned Mr. Coben’s work into a one man dramatic reading. Thank you!

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Love This Narrator

Revisado: 05-09-21

Dean Koontz did not disappoint with this final book of the Jane Hawk series. Elizabeth Rodgers brought Jane to life as we sat on the edge of our seats to learn just how all this would be resolved. Totally engrossing and enjoyable. Thank you!

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Sad

Revisado: 02-13-21

At this time in history, where there is great focus on systemic racism, this book, in violent detail, illustrates the terrible treatment of Native Americans. Nobody, not government or society, talks about this sad history. We owe it to them and to this country, to revisit the conditions on reservations and explore better solutions to right our historical wrongs. Thank you, Mr. O’Reilly.

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Best Narrated Book I’ve Heard

Revisado: 06-12-20

I’m left with so many thoughts of this book, but most of them shared in other reviews. I’ll just say that when it ends, you just want to sit with these characters a little longer, just like the ending of a wonderful movie; sitting in the dark, as the credits roll by, lost in that moment. I think for me, Ms. Liardet presented one of the most clear depictions of a setting that I’ve read, without ever being cumbersome. The beautiful narrators then brought it all to life. Finally, it seems to me that much contemporary literature today has a plethora of characters with almost no redeeming qualities. In these difficult times, where we seem to be surrounded by so much unkindness, this book provides us with a rich array of humanity’s best. It will go down as one of my favorites.

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Tragic

Revisado: 05-02-20

This story, or maybe I should say, account, is riveting, shocking, frustrating, appalling, and confusing. How can our country continually lose its people to opioids? Can’t such a developed country find a way to stop this? My heart hurts for all the families and their loved ones, who are impacted by this problem. Thanks to Beth Macy for putting a real face on this issue, and for Tess’ valiant mom, who today, is creating a legacy for Tess and for her son by helping others.

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Excellent Representation of the Setting

Revisado: 03-14-20

Martin Clark brilliantly tells a story of a smart underdog lawyer, who by the way, has his very own dog. We live near Stuart, VA, and have relatives that live there. Mr. Clark was true to his home in his portrayal of the locals, as well as the area. He had us rooting for his anti-hero all the way. We will certainly want to read more by this author, as well as his narrator. Thank you!

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Right until the end...

Revisado: 01-10-20

Narrator, just right. Story kept us guessing until the very last chapter. This was a great listen!

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The ending detail of the father, I did not expect...

Revisado: 11-03-19

This story received 5 stars from me because it was completely compelling. It’s an age old story, yet it illustrates that the answers are never easy, and no matter how much the participants wish it, the past cannot be corrected. It also left me with a renewed sadness at how so many children fall victim to the messy lives that their parents create. Children are innocent, and every single one deserves loving people to squire them through life, but in this world, this is often not the case. The pain that this causes cannot be undone. But, possibly someone will read this and undo a wrong before it devastates a child. That is my hope upon hearing this story. The author did a beautiful recounting of his family’s story. Thank you.

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