Kir Kanos TN

A Tale of Gender Dysphoria in the 1800’s

Revisado: 04-28-24

The story was interesting, but overshadowed by Ben’s anachronistic gender dysphoria, which was not even a thing in the 1800’s. There were women who constantly fought to rise above their station and the societal gender roles of their time, but none like this that I’ve ever heard of.
I also didn’t like the ending, which was so contrived it made me roll my eyes, wondering why I even bothered to finish listening. It reminded me of the way ‘The Last Jedi’ tried to remove established characters.
I would not recommend this book to any fan of the Headless Horseman or Sleepy Hollow.

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A must listen for everyone!

Revisado: 04-28-24

If you are searching for Biblical answers to explain the present day insanity and wondering, ’what in the world is going on?’ You’ve come to the right audiobook. This book is absolutely for you. Listen to it all the way to the end.

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Stealing is sinful, but cold blooded murder OK?

Revisado: 08-07-17

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

No. I would definitely not recommend this book to a friend & certainly not a Christian friend.

Would you ever listen to anything by Mark Goodwin again?

Probably not. I'm done with the series after this book. I thought the first one was a bit hokey, but this one just totally lost me. I understand it's a fictional survival series and the writer is trying to give some pepper advice in the context of a story. However, as a Christian, I find the hypocrisy of quoting scripture to condemn stealing (repeatedly) while at the same time eviscerating someone to get information and then murdering an entire group asking for donations (under false pretenses) is extreme and something I would expect on the Walking Dead TV show, not in a Christian end times series. The main characters weren't even fired upon before they started killing that other group...and started a war as a result. How anybody believes that Jesus would condone these type of actions, even in an apocalyptic situation, is beyond my New Testament Biblical understanding. Self defense is one thing. However, torture and premeditated murder are something completely different. Mark Goodwin may want to go back and reread the New Testament as to how we are instructed to interact with others. I've never read anywhere where it says that these rules are guidelines and only apply in an ordered and civil society or if the lights stay on.

What about Kevin Pierce’s performance did you like?

The narration was about the only thing I enjoyed about this book.

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

The hypocrisy of condoning torture and murdering folks in cold blood turned my stomach. Self defense is one thing. Evisceration/ torture and premeditated murder is not self defense.

Any additional comments?

The book was too overly descriptive (play by play) to be entertaining. I understand the author was trying to give prepper advice within the context of the story, but it really broke up the pace and continuity and made it quite irritating after a while. Just footnote the detailed advice and include it in the last section of the book for those who want to explore it further.

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Should've Been Called 'Prophecy & MORMON Times'

Revisado: 12-02-15

Is there anything you would change about this book?

I was expecting actual Biblical prophecy & Biblical prophets (like Daniel, Ezekiel, & Isaiah), not repeated references to Joseph Smith & the book of Mormon.

Would you recommend Prophecy and Modern Times to your friends? Why or why not?

No. I'm not a Mormon nor am I interested in being one, nor do I have any friends that I know of who are.

Which scene was your favorite?

The references in the Bible to Noah & the great flood & how it was predicted that the people of the end times would discount that it even happened.

Could you see Prophecy and Modern Times being made into a movie or a TV series? Who should the stars be?

No. Maybe if the Mormons create a documentary for their church, but that's about it.

Any additional comments?

The narrator was the best aspects of this book. Otherwise, I wish they had been up front that this book was not strictly Christian Biblical prophecy but also based on the book of Mormon & Joseph Smith's alleged predictions. I definitely would NOT have purchased it had I known that.

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Great Narration, Uneventful Story

Revisado: 10-03-13

Would you try another book from John Jackson Miller and/or Jonathan Davis?

Definitely Jonathan Davis. It will depend on what the subject matter John Jackson Miller writes about as to whether I would read another one of his books or not

Would you recommend Kenobi to your friends? Why or why not?

For the die hard Star Wars fan, yes. But for the casual fan, I would recommend 'Darth Plagueis' instead. While the narration was well done and the story well written, there was nothing extraordinary about it. I found nothing revelational about this particular story of Ben (Obi Wan) Kenobi's residency on Tatooine. I expected maybe a revelation that Darth Vader (a.k.a. Anakin Skwalker) had survived their epic encounter or maybe a mentioning of atrocities committed by the newly formed Empire. But, there was hardly a mentioning except regarding known events that occurred in Episode III. We hear his one sided conversations with Qui Gon Jinn, but don't hear his former master's reply. Ben is there to keep vigil while Luke Skywalker grows up, but is evidently doing so at a distance. This story also conveys that Obi Wan is for the most part in an information vacuum in the outer rim on Tatooine. And the story makes it pretty obvious that the will of the Force is to make sure that Ben's true identity as a Jedi Knight is kept a secret, no matter how much trouble he finds himself in.

What does Jonathan Davis bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

Jonathan Davis does a fantastic job of pacing the story as well as varying up the voices enough that you know who is speaking without having to hear or read "Said, such and such character." The sound effects and music that accompany his narration of Star Wars audio books also lends to the telling of the story.

Did Kenobi inspire you to do anything?

You mean like hiding out in the desert and talking to ghosts of former mentors? LOL! Not really.

Any additional comments?

LIke I mentioned before, Kenobi is a well written Star Wars story, but unfortunately, it isn't very exciting. There are a lot better Star Wars novels to choose from than 'Kenobi.'

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The PREQUEL of the Prequels! A MUST Listen!

Revisado: 05-24-12

Would you consider the audio edition of Star Wars: Darth Plagueis to be better than the print version?

Most of the questions every Star Wars fan has been asking about Palpatine since the Star Wars prequels were released are answered in this amazingly well written book by James Luceno. When did Sidious kill his master, Plageueis? How and when did he meet Darth Maul? When did he befriend Dooku? Why did Sifo Dyas order the clone army? All answered in this novel. If you're a Star Wars fan, you'll love this book. While it's more about scheming and plotting than the popcorn style action of the original trilogy, it's paralleling of the historical machinations of those who rotted societies/ republics such as the Roman Empire from within is uncanny. I found it quite politically intriguing as well as one can see where political maneuvering and ruthlessness where the ends justify the means can literally hand a nation, or in this case, a galaxy over to tyrannical authority. I'm already planning on listening to this one again as it was too good to pass through only once.Also, if you haven't read or listened to 'Cloak of Deception' by James Luceno, you'll want to download (or READ the novel) next as it ties in and overlaps with this book. THEN, watch the Phantom Menace, Episode I and it will make a lot more sense then it ever did on it's own. ENJOY!

Who was your favorite character and why?

Palpatine/ Darth Sidious. After listening to this book, it's now understandable why Sidious was able to maneuver his way into the Chancelorship and why he could undermine and manipulate the Jedi.

What does Daniel Davis bring to the story that you wouldn???t experience if you just read the book?

Very well read & paced. Although he pronounced a few names differently than they did in the movies.

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

Absolutely! Unfortunately, I didn't have that opportunity. But I will definitely listen to it again

Any additional comments?

James Luceno is by far one of the BEST Star Wars expanded universe authors. His book Cloak of Deception is also excellent and ties in directly with this book and Episode I

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This Series has Potential, but off to a slow start

Revisado: 09-03-09

This was definitely not one of my favorite books from the Star Wars Expanded Universe. It picks up where the Legacy of the Force series left off and Jacen Solo's betrayal to the Jedi Order will obviously have repercussions for the future of the Jedi and it's Grand Master Luke Skywalker. I won't give away any spoilers, but "Outcast" seems more like a setup book for a more elaborate plot in the series than a grand adventure itself. Unfortunately this book does not stand alone on its own accord. It will be interesting to see how this series plays out. I sure hope that the rest of the authors aren't as obsessed about Coffee, or 'caf' as its known in the Star Wars universe. I got tired of hearing about every character, either NOT having their morning caf or needing some caf, or going to get caf, or offering another character caf. It got old, REALLY QUICK, but unfortunately continued throughout the book. Overall, the book was average ~ not great, and not bad either, but the series has potential.

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Trevellyan to join the ranks Bourne & Bond

Revisado: 08-09-09

Grant's novel is like a chess game that can only be appreciated as it unfolds. David Trevellyan accidently discovers a homeless person's body in an alley in New York. Instead of passing it by, he stops to verify that the person is deceased and almost immediately the NYPD arrives and assume that he is the perpetrator. Trevellyan realizes shortly afterward that he has been setup and takes matters into his own hands to clear his name. David Trevellyan afterall, is not your average person. He has previously undergone extensive training in the Royal Navy including espionage. Each subsequent move has more significance as the plot thickens. Grant weaves a finely crafted thriller. This was a thoroughly entertaining book to listen to, although the ending seemed sadly a little abrupt. However, it of course leaves the door open for further adventures. The narration by John Lee was also superb and lended to the entertainment value of the book

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Levin is the Thomas Payne of the 21st Century!

Revisado: 06-22-09

Mark Levin is the 21st Century Thomas Payne and his book is our generation's equivalent of "Common Sense" ! "Libery and Tyranny" is One of the MOST insightful, profound, & inspirational books I've EVER listened to concerning the intent of the Founding Fathers for America, Conservatism, and Statism. This is a MUST read for ALL Conservatives, Moderates, and TRULY "open minded" Liberals, or AMERICANS in general. Globalists and people who have disdain for America past, present, and future need NOT enter. We need to take our government back to serving the people instead of their own self-interests. "Liberty & Tyranny is relatively short, concise and to the point read. This book is a starting point for understanding where we've been, how we got to the mess our country is in now, and in general, what we need to do to start reversing this trend and get back to a form of government that is "OF the people, BY the people, and FOR the people" of this GREAT nation. Ronald Reagan stated that "Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn't pass it to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same, or one day we will spend our sunset years telling our children and our children's children what it was once like in the United States where men were FREE." I agree with Levin that "We Conservatives NEED TO GET BUSY."

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A must for every young person

Revisado: 06-20-07

I really enjoyed this book. While it is not necessarily the enthralling Hero's journey that I thought it would be, this book should be on every high school and college student's reading list. It helps to put your "personal legend" or life's mission into perspective. While it isn't nearly a basis for theology, it touches on the many issues that people face as they embark on their life's journey. I especially liked the Alchemist's advice about not giving up on your life's mission for love. While admirable and definitely worth while, if one ends their life journey to pursue love, they will regret it and eventually resent the one they love. On the other hand if that significant other truly loves you, they will encourage you to pursue your personal legend and even wait for you if need be. To stand in the way of another person fulfilling their purpose does an injustice to that person, but is also self detrimental. Each person is on this earth for a purpose. It is up to each of us to be open enough to God's plan to find and pursue that purpose. Then we can truly live rich and fulfilling lives.

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