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Just what I needed

Revisado: 10-29-24

This is a very insightful and kind book for those who have lived in the shadow of narcissistic abuse. And, there are so many types. I got a lot of benefit from listening and hope to use it in my own practice. I didn't like the speed of the author's reading, so I sped it up a tiny bit and it was easier to listen to. I definetely recommend this book. We miss the message about narcissistic behaviors when we just focus on narcissism as a diagnosis. This frees the listener up from wondering if the narcissists in our lives are "diagnosable." This just lets us review the behaviors and our responses to them.

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I love the Orphan X series!

Revisado: 02-04-24

As always, the evolving cast of characters provide an interesting and entertaining story. The story has its tense situations and outcomes. Once hard as stone, Evan's emotional development and the expansion of his "family" continues. I'll keep listening to whatever comes next.

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Interesting story in Dean Koontz style

Revisado: 02-04-24

I wasn't bowled over, but it kept my attention through the end. There were some tense moments, a good cast of good and bad characters, and some interesting ethical issues involving science and it's power to harm or help.

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My first disappointment

Revisado: 04-23-22

This is such a break on a long streak of amazing stories. I'm sad and disappointed. First, why would Mr. Hamilton break up his pattern of long books into shorter stories. More income in the stream? Next, more relevant to me is why would the main character, Hazel, be so weak and her younger brother the real leader be so innovative and "right on"? Girls "are so frightened and boys are so smart and adventurous"?. It is cliché, something I would have never expected from Peter Hamilton. Why couldn't Hazel's smart and sassy brother be a smart and brilliant girl? There seems to not be much more to Hazel than her genetics as "the Captain's Daughter" to set her as leader over others. Naïve and innocent is a good concept, but why so "afraid, anxious, nervous, doubtful, and reliant on other's praise and support? I felt this is a biased and stereotypical concept of a weak young women who has a brother who can save the day by his brilliant imagination and intelligence. I'm sure a younger audience and an attempt at a different type of story is a motivational goal. I've read/listened to hundreds of hours by Peter Hamilton. This is not his best work. And now one must pay for 4 novels to get the story told vs. his delivery of long and complex story telling and the pleasure of the journey. And why do all the adults and mature people get relegated to stupid and dull? I just have to say, I'm disappointed in this new line of storytelling. Maybe Hazel needs to grow up some. Her foes are obviously smarter than she.

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A new heroine

Revisado: 04-13-22

This was nice listening to a female read book. A young female heroine was refreshing. I love all of Peter Hamilton books and am always happy to have a new series to start.

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Very entertaining. I can't wait to listen to the next book.

Revisado: 08-26-15

I liked the strength of the female characters and the twists and turns and unpredictability

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Love these books

Revisado: 06-02-14

What made the experience of listening to Fourth Grave Beneath My Feet the most enjoyable?

Charley is just irreverent and funny. Such a sassy Grim Reaper

What was one of the most memorable moments of Fourth Grave Beneath My Feet?

Usually the sex scenes

Which character – as performed by Lorelei King – was your favorite?

Angel and Strawberry (scary kids)

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

nothing extreme, just light entertainment

Any additional comments?

I should be getting bored, but I'm not yet. That is telling.

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Interesting

Revisado: 06-02-14

What made the experience of listening to A Calculated Life the most enjoyable?

This was a good read and was a bit surprising.

What was the most interesting aspect of this story? The least interesting?

The author's knowledge and description of statistical analysis and processes was amazing. I was impressed.

What about Susan Duerden’s performance did you like?

Good reader. Fit the story and characters.

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

No extreme reaction.

Any additional comments?

I would read a sequel

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Evangelical

Revisado: 06-02-14

Would you try another book from Alana Terry and/or Kathy Garver?

I think that if you are looking for a Christian story of challenge and bravery, this might appeal to you. However, it was a superficial telling of a powerful story, with a preachy feeling. The reader was annoying

Do you think The Beloved Daughter needs a follow-up book? Why or why not?

Not one I'd read

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A real disappointment

Revisado: 04-27-14

What could have made this a 4 or 5-star listening experience for you?

This book sounded condescending to all humanity besides herself and her husband. The entire story Sarah Chrisman's tells is self serving and had such a negative tone about all of the world around her. She was comfortable with labeling others, name calling "Ms Polyester" and "Mr. Tomato Head" and criticizing ffreely most of the people she encountered. The reading contributed to the negative tone. I was so looking forward to something delightful and charming, positive, and liberating.

What could Sarah A. Chrisman have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you?

She tried too hard to convince the world how much of a liberated woman she is and just enjoyed telling her story. Everyone else is portrayed as idiots. She obviously gained self confidence and a greater sense of of self, it is such a shame.

Would you be willing to try another one of Kristin Kalbli’s performances?

No I would not be willing to listen to her again. I wonder if the reading was what cast such a negative tone to the reading of the book.

If you could play editor, what scene or scenes would you have cut from Victorian Secrets?

The migraine, so boring.

Any additional comments?

I couldn't wait for the book to end so I could write this review. I listen to so many wonderful books. This is just a great disappointment. I guess with the sales of this book she can have more custom corsets made, get a 1 bedroom apartment, and her own wi-fi.

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