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My first Lisa Jewell

Revisado: 12-16-24

The main characters are well drawn. I really liked Rachel. The flow of her emotions from independent young female to unexpected love to horror were perfectly drawn. I’ll be listening to more from Jewell.

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Beautifully written historical fiction

Revisado: 10-25-24

I couldn’t wait to get back to this book while listening. Love how the pieces came together. Intriguing and beautifully written. Audio performances are excellent.
Several moments where I was uncomfortable and wanted to yell at the characters.
I’m rarely this complimentary. This book and these characters will stay with me for days.

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Beautiful characterization

Revisado: 09-20-24

This book really drew me in. The women are well developed and both storylines keep you interested. Highly recommend.

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Trite - preoccupied with fashion

Revisado: 02-20-24

I’m visiting friends in Copenhagen this summer and thought this would be fun as I love murder mysteries. I found it very lite and only finished to write down the restaurant names. The male protagonist spends as much time describing his couture as he does his sleuthing. My friends are very down to earth and I don’t suspect they spend a lot of time worrying about Gucci shoes and custom tailored suits.

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An interesting Longmire

Revisado: 11-01-22

Walt battles a demon in a nether world trying to save souls in purgatory. Not my favorite but lots of Native history and creatures.

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Sad follow up to Tony Hillerman

Revisado: 05-15-22

The performance is annoying. Many of the men sound like a bad John Wayne imitation.
Apparently, this author believes the FBI is the most rude incompetent agency in the world. I know the federal governance oversight of Indian lands is contentious but this portrayal is ridiculous. As the parent of an FBI analyst, I find this over the top distorted personification of an agent insulting. The character, FBI Agent Johnson is not believable and she lacks any nuance to be interesting.
Same with the character Mayflower.
I’ll keep reading to keep up with Bernie, Chee, & Leaphorn. I hope the author & editor work toward more believable characters.

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Fantastic coming of age in a raciest world story.

Revisado: 10-24-18

This book spook to me as I continue to challenge and face my own white privilege.
I grew up in a rural hick town of less than 1500 people in East TN. In second grade, 1965 my elementary school was integrated and my teacher, Mrs. Tate, spanked the “colored girl” at least once a week, usually for not having lunch money. I knew it was wrong but had no words.
I’ve watched for decades as race relations shift and change but slow to progress. Under the current political climate, it feels we are sliding backwards. But this book gives hope and a lovely depiction of our shared humanity.
Beautifully read!

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Different and wonderful

Revisado: 10-12-18

Miller does a wonderful job of describing the vagaries of eternal life as a God, and gives us the perspective of a powerful God becoming humble and appreciative of human life. Descriptively written and thought provoking on a variety of levels from family relationships, honor, kindness and what makes a great life.

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Deeply Engaging

Revisado: 04-01-18

Where does The Underground Railroad (Oprah's Book Club) rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Love this story, it stays with you between readings. I have recommended this to numerous friends. The fear of being chased through the underground is palpable and you long nit just for the character's escape and survival, but for them to find a place of peace. It also leads to researching and learning about actual events that took place throughout US history.

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Lush Details

Revisado: 04-01-18

Would you listen to The Agony and the Ecstasy again? Why?

Yes, I would listen to this again especially if I am interested in life during the early Renaissance. Details of Michelangelo's life are richly described using the numerous letters, notebooks, and other correspondence that have survived.

What about Arthur Morey’s performance did you like?

This is a log performance yet Morey is easy to follow and maintains your interest.

Who was the most memorable character of The Agony and the Ecstasy and why?

Michelangelo's father, Ludovico di Leonardo Buonarroti is such a hard man and he takes and takes once Michelangelo is famous.

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